Good Balance Riddim – Rebelmadiaq Sound System Records

Rebelmadiaq usually moves with a sound system’s raw edge, but Good Balance trims that energy down into a lean three-track set that feels more roots-conscious and less about heavy excavation. Micah Shemaiah’s “Vibes Town” opens things with a warm, steady pulse and a dubwise shimmer, while Mikey General’s “Only Knew” leans into the same mid-tempo groove with a reflective chant that sits right in the pocket. The production notes point back to the deeper reggae lineage of Fattis Burrell and Xterminator, and you can hear that in the clean, unfussy arrangement and the strong bass line. The closing “Good Balance Version” ties it together neatly, letting the riddim breathe on its own and leaving the whole session feeling compact, focused, and properly shaped.