PROSPEROUS RIDDIM by MARKUS RECORDS 2019
Prosperous Overview
Behind one of dancehall’s most influential projects of 2019 is Markus Records, a studio and label led by producer Markus Myrie. Markus Records has built a strong reputation in Jamaica for crafting modern riddims that connect with both local and international audiences. Known for working with top artists and producing hits that get heavy rotation, the label continued its impact with the Prosperous Riddim. Prosperous Riddim brought together some of dancehall’s brightest talents, each delivering standout tracks that shaped the sound of the year. Popcaan’s “Level Up” captured the energy of the dancehall scene with his signature style. Quada followed with “Team,” a song that celebrates unity and ambition. Jafrass gave the riddim another highlight with “Wrong Move,” adding a gritty edge. Vershon’s “Switcher” brought his unique voice and perspective, while Chronic Law & Sanity Dsane1 teamed up for “Nuttn Don't Nice,” reflecting the struggles and realities of everyday life. D'Angel’s “Start From Scratch” inspired listeners with a message of resilience and new beginnings. The project also featured Frahcess One with “Hungry Nuh Nice,” Gage with “Run In,” Jahazeil Myrie’s “Best Of Me,” and Projexx’s “Rise Man A Rise.” Each artist added their own flavor, making the riddim a diverse but unified collection. Prosperous Riddim stands as an important moment in dancehall history. The combination of Markus Records’ production and the artists’ performances created a sound that defined the year and continues to influence the genre today.
Prosperous Tracklist:
- Popcaan – Level Up
- Popcaan – Level Up (raw)
- Quada – Team
- Quada – Team (raw)
- Jafrass – Wrong Move
- Jafrass – Wrong Move (raw)
- Vershon – Switcher
- Vershon – Switcher (raw)
- Vanessa Bling – Jesus Wife
- Chronic Law & Sanity Dsane1 – Nuttn Don’t Nice
- D’Angel – Start From Scratch
- Frahcess One – Hungry Nuh Nice
- Gage – Run In
- Jahazeil Myrie – Best Of Me
- Projexx – Rise Man A Rise
- Projexx – Rise Man A Rise (raw)
- Prohgres – Nothing A Hide
- Bugle – Encouragement
- Navino – Prosper
- Navino – Prosper (raw)
- Negus – Nuh Beg Friend
- Negus – Nuh Beg Friend (raw)
- Zamunda – Marijuana
- G Whizz – Keep Dem Off
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