INTENSITY RIDDIM produced by CHIMNEY RECORDS – 2011
Intensity Overview
When CHIMNEY RECORDS - released the Intensity Riddim in 2011, it quickly became a favorite in dancehall circles. The riddim’s heavy basslines and energetic beat made it a top pick for selectors in parties and on radio. This collection stands out because it is easy to mix with other genres, like hip hop and Afrobeat. DJs often blend it with those styles, keeping the dancefloor moving. Artists like Beenie Man, with the track Wreck The Runway, brought his signature flair and catchy lyrics. Grung Gaad’s Get Crazy added a wild energy, while Stein’s My Hands gave a smooth but powerful delivery. Each artist left their own mark on the riddim. Energy Gaad’s Needle Eye and Future Fambo’s Toast kept the vibe high, showing the flexibility of the beat. These songs worked well together, but also stood strong when played with tracks from different genres. The studio hand played a key role, making sure each song was crisp and balanced. Their work helped the music sound good on any sound system, big or small. This attention to detail is part of why the riddim became so popular with selectors. CHIMNEY RECORDS - is known for producing some of the most influential dancehall riddims. Founded by Jordan McClure and David Hayle, the label has a history of working with top artists and creating hits that cross borders. With Intensity Riddim, they proved again why they are respected in the industry. This selector’s choice is more than just a collection of songs. It remains a big part of dancehall history, loved for its energy and ability to bring people together on the dancefloor.
Intensity Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Wreck The Runway (Clean)
- Beenie Man – Wreck The Runway (Raw)
- Grung Gaad – Get Crazy (Clean)
- Grung Gaad – Get Crazy (Raw)
- Stein – My Hands
- Energy Gaad – Needle Eye (Clean)
- Energy Gaad – Needle Eye (Raw)
- Future Fambo – Toast
- I Octane – How Some Bwoy
- Iyara – Straight From Mi Born
- Keida – My Body
- Patexxx – Mi Born Suh
- Serani – My Life
- Tarrus Riley – Don’t Fight Me Down
- Versatile – Play Station
- Zagga – Money Mi Want
- Jordan & Hizzle – Intensity Riddim Version
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