Florida Nights Riddim – Various Artists

Florida Nights Riddim produced by Various Artists 2010

Florida Nights Overview

Florida Nights Riddim came out of Jamaica and brought a fresh sound to reggae in 2010. The riddim’s gentle pace and steady rhythm made it a favorite for late-night sessions and dancehall parties. Several artists helped shape the vibe of this release. Gappy Ranks stood out with his tracks "Pain" and "Role It Up." Gappy Ranks is well known for his hit single "Heaven In Her Eyes," which reached charts in the UK and helped boost his international career. Gregory Praise gave the riddim a soulful touch with "Empress." Hot Coffee Music provided the title track, "Florida Nights Riddim," adding a smooth, warm feel to the collection. Redd Man Uk brought a different energy with "The Same." Tall Up’s "Cook A Dinner" added a touch of fun and flavor, matching the riddim’s relaxed style. The roots selector for this project helped bring these voices together and kept the reggae tradition strong. The producer, Various Artists, is known for putting together important reggae compilations and has worked with labels that support new and classic reggae sounds. Their projects often gather artists from different backgrounds, giving each riddim its own life. Florida Nights Riddim played often in 2010 reggae playlists. It remains a reminder of the year’s musical blend and the artists who made the riddim shine.

Florida Nights Tracklist:

1. Gappy Ranks – Pain
2. Gappy Ranks – Role It Up
3. Gregory Praise – Empress
4. Hot Coffee Music – Florida Nights Riddim
5. Redd Man Uk – The Same
6. Tall Up – Cook A Dinner