Laground Riddim – Various Artists

LAGROUND RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2004

A muted, rootsy cut from 2004, Laground Riddim lines up a deep cast of singers over a stern one-drop groove that keeps the emphasis on message rather than flash. Anthony B’s “Blood Shed, ” Chuck Fenda’s “God Is My Witness, ” and I-Wayne’s “Lava Ground” sit comfortably beside cuts from Lutan Fyah, Jahmali, and Richie Spice, with the whole set leaning toward conscious lyrics and measured delivery. The riddim itself doesn’t chase big studio polish; it stays grounded in a steady drum pattern, skanking guitar, and a bassline that moves with a heavy, patient pulse, letting the vocals carry the weight.

Laground Riddim Tracklist:

1. Anthony B – Blood Shed
2. Bascom X – Just One
3. Chrisinti – These Lines
4. Chuck Fenda – God Is My Witness
5. Dana V – Runaway
6. Dr Marshall – Mr Right
7. Dycr – Expected
8. G Money – Breaking The Law
9. I-Wayne – Lava Ground
10. Jahmali – Runnings Red
11. Lutan Fyah – Tell Me Its Real
12. Perfect – Rainbow
13. Prestige – Tender Loving
14. Queen Ifrica – Randy
15. Richie Spice – I Have Got You
16. Sizzla – Stop Fighting
17. Tony Rebel – Heart Of Gold
18. Version – Lava Ground Riddim