Macarena Riddim – Champagne Records

MACARENA RIDDIM produced by CHAMPAGNE RECORDS 1993

Macarena Overview

In 1993, the Macarena Riddim brought fresh energy to dancehall music. Selectors loved this rhythm and played it often at dances. The bashment beat mixed easily with other styles, like hip hop and reggae, making it popular with different crowds. Banana Man’s "Banana Shoot Again" is a standout track. His lively delivery fits perfectly with the rhythm’s bounce. Captain Barkey adds his own style with "Go Go Makarina," showing why he was known for his strong stage presence. Little John, famous for his hit "Clarks Booty," brings his smooth voice to "Champion Sound." His experience in the dancehall scene shines through this song. Malibu’s "What A Night" and Niggah Mikey’s two tracks, "Done Wife Already" and "Macarena Dance," add more flavor to the mix. Niggah Mikey was known for his catchy lyrics and energetic performances. Peter Metro’s "Earth A Run Red" stands out as well, as he is recognized for his unique toasting style. The sound engineer played a key role, making sure each song sounded clear and powerful. The producer, CHAMPAGNE RECORDS, is known for shaping many big dancehall releases in the 1990s. Their work helped bring these artists together and made the Macarena Riddim a favorite for selectors and fans. This mix became a big part of the 1993 dancehall playlists.

Macarena Tracklist:

1. Banana Man – Banana Shoot Again
2. Captain Barkey – Go Go Makarina
3. Little John – Champion Sound
4. Malibu – What A Night
5. Niggah Mikey – Done Wife Already
6. Niggah Mikey – Macarena Dance
7. Peter Metro – Earth A Run Red
8. Version – Macarena