Issa Char Riddim – Imperial Production

By 2004, Imperial Production had Issa Char moving through the reggae sound system scene with a neat little lineup that leans on conscious singers and a couple of strong combinations. Alley Cat’s “We Can’t Go On Like This, ” Queen Ifrica’s “Need You, ” and Tony Rebel’s “Break The Cycle” give the riddim its sharpest edges, while the Gentleman and Chrisinti pairing on “Struggle And Faith” adds a smoother duet moment in the middle of the set. The run finishes with the plain instrumental version, which lets the pattern breathe and leaves the tune to carry the weight. Imperial Production is credited on the full 10-track set, with 11 artists in all across the release.