Money Money Riddim (2006) – Steven Stanley Productions

There’s a tough little one-drop pulse running through Money Money Riddim, the kind that leaves plenty of room for the vocals to carry the weight while the bass keeps things planted. Steven Stanley Productions lined up a focused six-cut set in 2006, and the best thread comes through on Anthony B’s “Brave Heart, ” where his steady-fire delivery sits right in step with the riddim’s clipped, rootsy swing. Chezidek’s “Flesh And Blood” and Sizzla’s “The Music” keep that same militant edge, while Jah Mason and Bobby Crystal bring a slightly softer contrast on “In Everything. ” The whole thing feels like a neat snapshot of mid-2000s conscious reggae, with the instrumental version tucked in at the end, almost as a nod to the selectors.