Journalist Riddim – 321 Strong Records

Journalist Riddim is a 1999 reggae release from 321 Strong Records, produced by Syl Gordon. It runs with just two cuts, both from Buju Banton: Fake Smile and the duet Why Is It You’re Laughing with Anthony B. That small tracklist makes it a tight showcase, and Buju’s presence gives the riddim most of its weight. Syl Gordon and 321 Strong were active around the late-’90s reggae scene, and this one keeps the focus squarely on sharp vocals over a lean single-riddim framework.