Inna Di Rain Riddim – Samacon Productions

Bonez Tek opens Inna Di Rain with “Mek We Fly, ” and that sets the tone for a six-cut Samacon Productions juggling act that keeps one foot in sleek lovers rock mood and the other in straight-up dancehall grit. Vanchi’s “Beautiful Woman” and Shawn Storm’s “Long Love” push the softer, more melodic side, while “Sail Away” with Darrio Danejah Stylez and Kardo gives the set a little more bite. Compared with some of Samacon’s earlier work, this one feels less raw and more polished, with the rhythm carrying a wet, late-night swing that lets the singers stretch out instead of rushing the pocket. It’s a compact 2012 release, but it sits neatly in the label’s catalogue as one of those riddims that favors atmosphere over noise.