GUM RIDDIM produced by CELL BLOCK 321 1995
Gum Overview
In 1995, a new dancehall riddim called Gum Riddim made waves in Jamaica’s music scene. The track quickly became a favorite at bashment events, with selectors playing it often at dances across Kingston and beyond. The riddim brought together four standout artists: Fabby Dolly, Flourgon, Frankie Sly, and Silver Cat. Each artist delivered their own song over the beat, giving the riddim a strong lineup. Fabby Dolly’s “Mr Wicked Man” stood out with its sharp lyrics and confident delivery. Flourgon, who is well known for his hit “We Run Things” from 1988, brought his experience and energy to “Calling Out Mi Name.” Frankie Sly, recognized for his late 1990s hit “Move Up Time,” kept things lively with “Looking Right.” Silver Cat added his unique voice to the mix with the track “Gum.” Behind the scenes, the producer CELL BLOCK 321 crafted the Gum Riddim’s heavy and catchy sound. CELL BLOCK 321 is known for working with several key dancehall acts in the 1990s and for pushing the genre’s sound forward during that time. The Gum Riddim’s deep bass and driving rhythm made it a must-play for DJs. It became a staple in 1995’s dancehall parties and is still remembered for bringing top artists together on a powerful beat.
Gum Tracklist:
- Fabby Dolly – Mr Wicked Man
- Flourgon – Calling Out Mi Name
- Frankie Sly – Looking Right
- Silver Cat – Gum
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