Jaguar Riddim (2010) – Weedy G Soundforce

Jaguar Riddim lands right in that early-2010 Weedy G Soundforce run where the Swiss crew was putting out big, roots-driven juggling sets with enough weight for sound systems and enough polish for collectors. The label behind it is Weedy G Soundforce, a Männedorf, Switzerland-based outfit run by Bandito, B-Hi Selecta and Weedy Gonzalez, who were already known for producing reggae and dancehall riddims and for pressing their work into the European scene with real consistency.

The Jaguar set came out in 2010 and gathered seven cuts around one sturdy instrumental. United Reggae called it a very strong roots reggae riddim and singled out the release as a follow-up to the label’s growing reputation, which fits the evidence on the tunes themselves. This is conscious reggae with a bright, colourful edge: the groove moves at a mid-tempo cruise, with a clean step, firm bass, and enough swing for singjay and straight vocal approaches alike.

The lineup gives the riddim its shape. Fantan Mojah brings the spiritual pressure on “The Majesty Don’t Please, ” while Luciano and Spectacular turn “Be Yourself” into a proper combination cut with veteran warmth and a more playful counterpoint. Lutan Fyah’s “Praise” sits naturally in that same uplift lane, and Natty King’s “Too Humble” adds another disciplined roots voice. Deadly Hunta and Solo Banton give “How We Ago Free Dem” a sharper UK edge, while Skarra Mucci’s “Jah Blessings” brings a more animated delivery to close it out. Mandingo’s “Steppin Outta Babylon” rounds the project into a complete conscious juggling with no weak link in sight.