HOT WAX RIDDIM produced by FAT EYES RECORDS 1995
Hot Wax Overview
In the heart of 1995 dancehall, the Hot Wax Riddim from FAT EYES RECORDS became a favourite for sound systems across Jamaica. The rhythm stood out with its deep basslines and sharp drums, making it perfect for big speakers and dancehall sessions. Sound system culture is all about shaking the crowd, and this riddim did just that, powering many street parties and club nights. Behind the scenes, the sound engineer played a key role, making sure every track hit hard and sounded clear on heavy speakers. The mix was balanced so selectors could turn up the volume without losing quality. This attention to sound helped the riddim cut through at any dance. FAT EYES RECORDS, founded by Bulby York and Fatta Marshall, is known for working with top artists and producing classic rhythms. The label has a strong place in dancehall history, with tracks that have reached fans worldwide. On the Hot Wax Riddim, Beenie Man brought energy with “Christmas Once A Year” and “Stop Live In A De Pass.” Beenie Man is known for his Grammy-winning album “Art & Life” and is one of dancehall’s biggest names. Bounty Killer added power with “Ask Fi War,” “Suspence,” and “Blood Bath.” Bounty Killer is famous for collaborations like “Hey Baby” with No Doubt, which reached the Billboard Hot 100. Daddy Screw gave fans “Open Your Leg” and “Some Pretty Gal.” Don Youth’s “Click Click” and Frisco Kid’s “Eye A Bun Dem” also kept the momentum high. Galaxy P joined with “Upstairs Downstairs.” Each artist brought their own style, making the riddim a true dancehall anthem for 1995.
Hot Wax Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Christmas Once A Year
- Beenie Man – Stop Live In A De Pass
- Bounty Killer – Ask Fi War
- Bounty Killer – Suspence
- Bounty Killer – Blood Bath
- Daddy Screw – Open Your Leg
- Daddy Screw – Some Pretty Gal
- Don Youth – Click Click
- Frisco Kid – Eye A Bun Dem
- Galaxy P – Upstairs Downstairs
- Mad Cobra – A Gal A Chat
- Merciless – Gun From Paris
- Merciless – Nine Lives
- Ol Dirty Bastard – Shimmy Shimmy (Remix)
- Ricky General – Just Another Day
- Terror Fabulous – Introduce Your Friend
- Ricky Generel – Sketel Bomb
- Tanto Metro – Matey Can’t Live
- Fat Eyes Productions – Hot Wax Riddim Version
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