Farakhan Riddim – 2hyped Records

Produced by 2 Hyped Records in 1998, Farakhan Riddim is a tight late-’90s dancehall set with a sharp lineup that includes Alley Cat, General Degree, Ricky General, Shaggy Wonder, and Tanya Stephens. The rhythm links slick party cuts with tougher deejay styles, and the set’s version cut keeps the whole package moving with that raw, stripped-back feel. Pick Wise, Woman Rule, Special Weakness, Lick Dung Fudgie, and Too Hype are the key tunes here, with Tanya Stephens bringing extra edge to the mix. Delroy Collins is credited across the release, and that helps explain the clean, hard-hitting sound that made 2 Hyped a reliable name in the era.