Gadget Riddim – Status Records

GADGET RIDDIM produced by STATUS RECORDS 1997

Gadget Overview

In 1997, the Gadget Riddim brought something fresh to dancehall. The party backdrop was a mix of hard, gritty beats and smooth dancehall flow. This set it apart from other selector’s mixes of the time, which often used either heavy, rough sounds or more mellow, melodic riddims. Gadget Riddim found a balance, making it popular in sound system parties that year. Status Records produced the riddim. The label is known for shaping UK dancehall and garage music in the 1990s. Their work on Gadget Riddim showed their skill in creating tracks that DJs loved to play. It was a favorite for selectors, thanks to its deep bass and catchy rhythm. Artists like Bubbler Ranks, Firefly, and Richie Dan each brought their own style to the riddim. Bubbler Ranks delivered “Good Inside,” a track that matched the energy of the dancefloor. Firefly’s “Outrageous” kept the crowd moving with its lively vocals. Richie Dan, known for his later UK chart hit “Call It Fate,” gave us “Hold On,” adding a smooth touch to the mix. Super Flex’s “Hot Water” was another highlight, showing the riddim’s versatility. Compared to other mixes of its era, Gadget Riddim’s party backdrop felt both tough and inviting. It was a sound that DJs used again and again in 1997, making it a key part of dancehall history.

Gadget Tracklist:

1. Bubbler Ranks – Good Inside
2. Firefly – Outrageous
3. Richie Dan – Hold On
4. Status Records – Gadget Riddim
5. Super Flex – Hot Water

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