Movie Star Riddim – Penthouse Vintage

MOVIE STAR RIDDIM produced by PENTHOUSE VINTAGE 1999

Movie Star Overview

When the Movie Star Riddim album collection came out in 1999, reggae fans quickly took notice. The riddim’s roots sound made it a favorite in dancehalls and on radio playlists. Listeners enjoyed how each artist brought their own style, making every track stand out. Beres Hammond, known for his classic hit “Rockaway,” gave the collection a soulful touch with “I Wish.” His smooth voice and heartfelt lyrics connected with many. Buju Banton and Wayne Wonder teamed up for “Bonafide Love,” a song that showed their strong chemistry—Buju Banton had already made waves with his Grammy-winning album “Before the Dawn.” Galaxyp offered a playful vibe on “Tickle Her Fancy,” while Garnett Silk delivered emotion and depth with “Gave You Everything I Got.” Sizzla, famous for his energetic performances and conscious lyrics, added “Trust And Love” to the mix. Tony Rebel’s “It Can't Work” and Wayne Wonder’s “Saddest Day Of My Life” also became favorites among selectors. The riddim was brought together by Penthouse Vintage, a respected name in reggae production. The label, founded by Donovan Germain, is known for producing hits for artists like Buju Banton and Beres Hammond. Penthouse’s touch gave the album a timeless sound that kept fans coming back. The Movie Star Riddim remains a key part of reggae’s late ‘90s roots revival.

Movie Star Tracklist:

1. Beres Hammond – I Wish
2. Buju Banton & Wayne Wonder – Bonafide Love
3. Galaxyp – Tickle Her Fancy
4. Garnett Silk – Gave You Everything I Got
5. Sizzla – Trust And Love
6. Tony Rebel – It Can’t Work
7. Wayne Wonder – Saddest Day Of My Life