Lively Move Overview
Reggae’s deep roots are easy to hear in the track base of the Lively Move riddim. This classic reggae rhythm comes straight from the heart of sound system culture. In the 1980s, producers and arrangers built strong, catchy track bases for DJs and singers to perform over at dances. The Lively Move riddim is a great example. Its steady bass, sharp drums, and rolling keyboard lines create a powerful foundation for each artist’s unique style. The music arranger shapes the riddim, making sure every part fits together. This careful work helps the song flow and gives singers space to shine. The producer behind this riddim is Black Scorpio, also known as Maurice Johnson. He is well known for his Black Scorpio label, which started in the late 1970s in Jamaica. Black Scorpio helped launch the careers of many reggae and dancehall stars, and his productions are still played by sound systems around the world. On this riddim, you hear Al Campbell with "Come A Me," Echo Minott with "Lazy Body," General Trees with "Every Man Live," Johnny Clark with "Black Scorpio Music," and Little John with "See Pon Me." General Trees is famous for his fast chatting style and is known for the hit "Mini Bus." Johnny Clark is a roots reggae legend, with songs like "None Shall Escape the Judgement." Each artist brings their own flavour, showing how this classic track base remains important in today’s reggae scene.
LIVELY MOVE RIDDIM produced by BLACK SCORPIO 1986
Tracklist;
- Al Campbell – Come A Me
- Echo Minott – Lazy Body
- General Trees – Every Man Live
- Johnny Clark – Black Scorpio Music
- Little John – See Pon Me
- Troy Wonder – Food Have To Sell
- Yellowman – Gimmie The Thing
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