Elite Riddim – Various Artists

ELITE RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2011

Elite Overview

In 2011, the Elite Riddim became a popular choice in reggae sessions. This riddim brought a modern fusion to roots reggae, and its relaxed style made it stand out that year. The production was led by VARIOUS ARTISTS, a producer known for working on several reggae compilation albums and helping to highlight new talent in the genre. The album collection features five artists, each bringing their own style. Bodine Be Johnson performs "My Love Won't Fade." She is known for her powerful vocals and has represented The Bahamas in international music competitions. Cj Priest brings the song "Spend My Whole Life," adding a smooth, heartfelt touch. Jah Hem delivers "Can't Get Enough." Jah Hem is also known for his album "Love Injection," which helped him gain recognition in the reggae world. Jah Nyne’s track is "Rightenousness," showing his roots influence. Sammi Starr rounds out the collection with "For You." Sammi Starr is a well-known singer from The Bahamas with several charting singles in his home country. This album collection was played in many roots reggae sets during 2011. The combination of these artists and the Elite Riddim’s laid-back sound created a memorable moment in modern reggae. The work of VARIOUS ARTISTS as producer helped bring these voices together and make the collection a favorite among reggae fans.

Elite Tracklist:

1. Bodine Be Johnson – My Love Won’T Fade
2. Cj Priest – Spend My Whole Life
3. Jah Hem – Can’T Get Enough
4. Jah Nyne – Rightenousness
5. Sammi Starr – For You