FIVE STAR RIDDIM produced by MONSTER SHACK 2007
Five Star Overview
In 2007, reggae fans heard the Five Star Riddim album collection in many DJ sets and parties. This project brought together strong voices and catchy beats. The producer, MONSTER SHACK, is known in reggae for mixing roots music with new energy. MONSTER SHACK has worked with many artists and helped keep reggae riddims fresh in the 2000s. Five Star Riddim stands out when you compare it to other riddim albums from that time. Many collections in 2007 used digital sounds, but this one kept a roots style. The riddim gave every artist space to shine, and the culture arranger made sure the songs flowed well together. Anthony B sings “I Love You” on this album. He is famous for his powerful voice and songs like “Raid The Barn.” Anthony Cruz brings “Proud To Be Black.” Cruz is known for his smooth singing and has had songs on reggae charts. Antonie West gives us “Keep A Good,” while Chalky Black’s “No Funny Man” brings a tough message. Coco Tea, famous for “Rikers Island,” adds his song “Star Time.” Each artist brings their own style, but the riddim keeps everything connected. Other songs include “Instrumental” by Five Star, “Get Red” by Kapachi, “My Girl” from Leopard, “Since I Fell In Love” by Lutan Fyah, and “Move Up Aboy” from Macka Diamond. Together, these tracks made Five Star Riddim a favorite in reggae playlists in 2007.
Five Star Tracklist:
- Anthony B – I Love You
- Anthony Cruz – Proud To Be Black
- Antonie West – Keep A Good
- Chalky Black – No Funny Man
- Coco Tea – Star Time
- Five Star – Instrumental
- Kapachi – Get Red
- Leopard – My Girl
- Lutan Fyah – Since I Fell In Love
- Macka Diamond – Move Up Aboy
- Mr Perfect – L.I.F.E
- Singing Sunshine – Peace
- Stikki – 5050
- Teflon – Joyful Noise
- Turbulance – She Belongs To Me
- Unzie – Watchie People
- Warrior King – New Year
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