Mud Up Riddim – Sonic Sounds Oldies

Mud Up is one of those late-’80s dancehall cuts that still carries a raw little charge, all skittering drums and lean bass under a tune built for the dance. Sonic Sounds Oldies put out this 1987 version, and the link between the producer and Super Cat is the obvious anchor here: Cat’s “Mud Up” is the tune that named the riddim, while Chaka Demus’ “Young Gal Business” pushes it into a sharper, flirtier corner. Higgs and Twins, Little Harry, and the Skengdon All Stars dub cut keep the thing moving, with just enough rough-edge energy to remind you why this rhythm stuck around and got reworked again later. The whole set runs six tracks, which feels about right for something this direct.

Mud Up Riddim Tracklist:

1. Chaka Demus – Young Gal Business
2. Higgs And Twins – Cant Test We
3. Little Harry – Anorexal Body
4. Skengdon All Stars – Dub Mud
5. Skengdon All Stars – Mud Up Version
6. Super Cat – Mud Up