MR PRESSURE MAN RIDDIM produced by S.Martin for BLACKER DREAD PRODUCTIONS 1998
Mr Pressure Man Overview
In 1998, the reggae scene saw the arrival of the Mr Pressure Man Riddim, a roots project produced by S. Martin for BLACKER DREAD PRODUCTIONS. This label, based in London, has played an important role in bringing roots and culture reggae to a wider audience, especially in the UK. S. Martin’s work with BLACKER DREAD PRODUCTIONS is known for its authentic sound and respect for reggae traditions. On this riddim, a strong group of artists came together. Anthony B, known for his powerful voice and conscious lyrics, recorded "Babylon A Quail." Anthony B is famous for songs like "Fire Pon Rome" and is one of the leading voices in modern roots reggae. Clive Hylton, who made his name in the 1970s with songs like "From Creation," contributed "Babylon Keep On Knocking." Determine, another respected roots artist, added "Mans Heart" to the project. The riddim also features Eek, who performs "A-Mouse - Informant," and Frankie Paul, the "Jamaican Stevie Wonder," with "Dont Wanna Be." Frankie Paul is known for hits like "Sara" and had a long career with many successful albums and singles. Other artists on the riddim include Freddie Mcgregor with "Mr Pressure Man," Junior Reid with "John Law," Nitty Gritty with "Lightning Clap," Pinchers with "Cut Them Down," and Sandemo with "Nowhere To Run." This roots drop kept the conscious message alive in 1998, blending classic reggae sounds with new energy. The Mr Pressure Man Riddim stands as a strong example of roots reggae’s lasting power.
Mr Pressure Man Tracklist:
- Anthony B – Babylon A Quail
- Clive Hylton – Babylon Keep On Knocking
- Determine – Mans Heart
- Eek-A-Mouse – Informant
- Frankie Paul – Dont Wanna Be
- Freddie Mcgregor – Mr Pressure Man
- Junior Reid – John Law
- Nitty Gritty – Lightning Clap
- Pinchers – Cut Them Down
- Sandemo – Nowhere To Run
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