January Disease Riddim (Zim-Reggae) – Zayaan Empire Records

January Disease Riddim produced by Zayaan Empire Records 2015.

In 2015, the January Disease Riddim brought a fresh sound to Zimbabwean reggae and dancehall. Created by Zayaan Empire Records, the riddim captured the rebellious energy of its time. The “yard beat, ” as fans call it, is a classic reggae rhythm, but on this release, it blends with other genres like dancehall and even touches of Afrobeats. Each artist on the riddim brings their own style. BIG C opens with “MA 1 ATANGA, ” setting a strong tone. BUDFAYA’s “ZVANDINOSHUWIRA” follows with a heartfelt message. CHARTZMAN’s “IMI RASTA” celebrates roots and culture, while CRYSTAL’s “HANDICHEME CHEME” delivers emotion through powerful vocals. The riddim’s beat is simple but powerful. It uses a steady drum and bass line, common in reggae, but the tempo and energy also match modern dancehall. This blend makes the riddim appealing to a wide audience. Songs like DA SHOCCA’s “BLACK PEOPLE” and DR ABUJA’s “HANDIRASE MISSION” show how artists can use the same beat to express different stories. Zayaan Empire Records, known for promoting Zimbabwean reggae, produced this project. Their work helped bring together both new and experienced artists. For example, RAS CALEB, who appears with “KUMAPRATTY, ” is well known for his 2016 ZIMA award for Best Reggae/Dancehall Artist. Dancehall selectors still play tracks from this riddim. The January Disease Riddim stands out because it lets each artist shine while keeping the strong, rebellious yard beat at its heart. It remains a favorite for fans of both reggae and dancehall.

January Disease Riddim Tracklist:

1. Big C – Ma 1 Atanga
2. Budfaya – Zvandinoshuwira
3. Chartzman – Imi Rasta
4. Crystal – Handicheme Cheme
5. Da Schocca – Black People
6. Dr. Abuja – Handirase Mission
7. H.T.F – Mukoma
8. Khulroy – Ah Ah Ah Hii II
9. Kinja Boy – Vakangwarira Duri Sehuku
10. Lady Banks – I Don’t Care
11. Lil Vado – Zita Rangu
12. Power Rasta – You The One
13. Ras Caleb – Kumapratty
14. Shake T – Paita Vavengi
15. Simple D – Ndichakusvika Ikoko
16. T Makwikwi – Chiiko Chachinja
17. Tazz & Crossfayah – Vakufinhurwa Nezayaan
18. Tecnic – Naah Fear
19. Trinnie – January Disease
20. Viper & Tazz – Kumangoma
21. Young Siller – Munamoto
22. Zayaan Kid – Christmas Tune

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