EIGHT ELINDER (CYLINDER) RIDDIM aka WAY WAY RIDDIM produced by THE SHARK 1997
Eight Elinder Overview
In 1997, dancehall music was alive with energy, especially at bashment parties and sound system dances in Jamaica. The Eight Elinder Riddim became a favorite on these nights, filling dance floors with its strong beat and catchy melodies. Sound systems loved to play this riddim, and it quickly became a part of the dancehall scene that year. The person behind this riddim is the producer known as THE SHARK. He was active in the dancehall world during the late 1990s, working with several labels and artists. THE SHARK’s style is known for bringing together sharp rhythms and lively sounds, which made his productions stand out in the crowded dancehall market. The Eight Elinder Riddim features several well-known artists. Captain Barkey’s "Eight Elinder" is one of the standout tracks. Captain Barkey was already recognized for his work as part of the duo Wickerman & Captain Barkey, who had hits like "Go Go Wine." Mr Murdock appears with "Hot Bwoy," adding his own style to the riddim. Cutty Ranks, famous for the song "The Stopper," brings his deep, commanding voice to "That's The Way." Phillip Thomas rounds out the selection with "Way Way Version," adding another layer to the project. Together, these songs made the Eight Elinder Riddim a lasting part of 1997’s dancehall parties, showing the talent of both the producer and the artists.
Eight Elinder Tracklist:
- Captain Barkey – Eight Elinder
- Mr Murdock – Hot Bwoy
- Cutty Ranks – That’s The Way
- Phillip Thomas – Way Way Version
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