PENICILLIN RIDDIM – COLIN FAT RECORDS 2000
Penicillin Overview
When the Penicillin Riddim dropped in 2000, dancehall fans quickly embraced it. The riddim’s infectious beat could be heard at street dances and parties all around Jamaica. Selectors loved the energy, and crowds responded with nonstop movement, making the project one of the most played bashment releases that year. Bounty Killer’s “Boring” stood out, with his commanding style and powerful delivery. Known for classic hits like “Look” and his Grammy-winning album with No Doubt, Bounty Killer brought his signature voice to the riddim. Danny English added his own flavor with “Nuh Ordinary,” showing why he was a staple in the dancehall scene at the time. Elephant Man, famous for his high-energy performances and later hits like “Pon De River, Pon De Bank,” delivered “Beetle Juice,” a track that kept the party going. General B & Ghost teamed up for “Don’t Call Yuh Back,” while General B also appeared solo with “A Could A Wah.” Ghost contributed “She’s All,” bringing a smooth touch to the lineup. The riddim was crafted by the team at Kings of Kings, a label known for shaping dancehall’s sound in the early 2000s. Their work on Penicillin Riddim gave each artist a strong foundation, making every song memorable. In 2000, the riddim’s lively beat and fresh sound made it a true dancehall favorite.
Penicillin Tracklist:
- Bounty Killer – Boring
- Danny English – Nuh Ordinary
- Elephant Man – Beetle Juice
- General B & Ghost – Don’t Call Yuh Back
- General B – A Could A Wah
- Ghost – She’s All
- Lexxus – Bling
- Louie Culture – Gideon Vibes
- Madd Anju – Only Di Money
- Roundhead – Who You
- Roundhead, Ghost, Mega Plough, Snakey Trouble & General B (Monster Shack Crew) – Smoking Weed
- Colin Fat Records (C. Walters) – Penicillin Rhythm Version
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