MECCA RIDDIM produced by EAST COAST RECORDS 1996
Mecca Overview
In 1996, dancehall was full of energy and new sounds. The Mecca Riddim stood out because of its street anthem base. This gave the music a raw and real feeling that made dancehall sessions exciting. Many fans remember how this riddim brought a true street flavor to the parties. This compilation featured top artists of the time. Bounty Killer delivered "Model" with his usual power. By 1996, Bounty Killer was already well-known for his hit "Benz And Bimma" and was one of dancehall’s leading voices. Frisco Kid added "If Loocks," showing his unique style and catchy flow. Scare Dem Crew, known for their group energy, gave us "Ready Or Not," which brought the crew’s streetwise lyrics to the riddim. Spragga Benz, who would later find success with songs like "Hot Girl," performed "Funny Guy Thing" on this compilation. Future Troubles also contributed with "Masculine Gender," adding another layer to the street sound. When compared to other compilations from 1996, Mecca Riddim’s street anthem base made it special. Other collections sometimes focused more on smoother or digital sounds, but this one kept its edge. Songs like "Girls Way" by Beenie Man and "Hammer" by Merciless were big that year, but Mecca Riddim’s rawness set it apart. The producer, EAST COAST RECORDS, played a big role. The label was known for shaping sound system culture and bringing together different artists on one riddim. Their work on Mecca Riddim helped create a strong and unified sound, making this compilation a favorite for many dancehall fans in the 1990s.
Mecca Tracklist:
- Bounty Killer – Model
- Frisco Kid – If Loocks
- Scare Dem Crew – Ready Or Not
- Spragga Benz – Funny Guy Thing
- Future Troubles – Masculine Gender
- Beenie Man – Girls Way
- Merciless – Hammer
- Spragga Benz – Hot Girl
- Bounty Killer – Benz And Bimma
- Mecca Riddim – Instrumental
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