HARDHITTER RIDDIM produced by KATANA HOUSE RECORDS 2006
Hardhitter Overview
In 2006, sound system culture was alive with energy, and selectors loved to play new yard session tapes. One standout was the Hardhitter Riddim, produced by KATANA HOUSE RECORDS. This label is known for pushing dancehall music with a bold style, and their work often gets attention for its fresh sound. KATANA HOUSE RECORDS has released several projects that highlight both rising and established artists. The Hardhitter Riddim tape brought together strong vocal performances and the electric beats of 2006. The sound engineer played a big part, mixing vocals and riddim to keep the music crisp and loud for the dancehall. This made every song hit hard on big speakers, giving the crowd a real party feeling. Dr Evil’s "Wine It" set the tone with sharp lyrics and a catchy hook. Adriel, King Nene & Ja Katana teamed up for "Move It Slow," blending their styles smoothly. Cindy Lewis & Tomahawk brought a powerful message with "I'm A Warrior." Denise Belfon & Macka Diamond, both known for their strong voices, joined forces on "What Girls Like." Macka Diamond is well known for her hit "Dye Dye." Gappy Ranks, who later reached the UK reggae charts, delivered "Music I Am." Ja Katana appeared on several tracks, including "Blow Yuh Whistle" and the instrumental "Hardhitter Riddim Version." Other songs like "No Bad Mind" by Ja Katana, Mr Peppa & Motion, "Can You Feel It" by L&S, and "Nah Waste Time" by Mayja Shackie added to the tape’s variety.
Hardhitter Tracklist:
- Dr Evil – Wine It
- Adriel, King Nene & Ja Katana – Move It Slow
- Cindy Lewis & Tomahawk – I’m A Warrior
- Denise Belfon & Macka Diamond – What Girls Like
- Dr Evil – Wine It
- Flava – Tek It
- Flava Unit – Glamour Girls
- Gappy Ranks – Music I Am
- Ja Katana – Blow Yuh Whistle
- Ja Katana – Hardhitter Riddim Version
- Ja Katana, Mr Peppa & Motion – No Bad Mind
- L&S – Can You Feel It
- Mayja Shackie – Nah Waste Time
- Motion – Carnival Time
- Napper – Tonight
- Redhed – Hot Gal Wine
- Shizzle – Wining Contest
- Silvah – Jouvert Baccahnal
- Sizzla – Show It Off
- Soca Bantan – Sexy
- Soca Johnny – Can’t Stop We Carnival
- Trini Jacobs – In Control
- Ward 21 – Squeeze Up
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