Quartz Riddim – Various Artists

Turbulence is the one that gives Quartz Riddim its bite, and “All Fe Dem Selves” sits right in that sharp, no-nonsense corner of early-2000s dancehall. The set is short — just four cuts — so every voice gets room, with Better Tomorrow Crew’s glossy “I Like Your Style” and Brando’s party-ready “Party All The Time” leaning into the lighter side, while Martin X’s “Mount Zion” brings a more spiritual angle. The riddim itself feels lean and wiry, more taut than thunderous, with a dry swing that leaves space for the deejays to cut through. It’s a quick snapshot of 2004’s dancehall moment, when stripped-back rhythms and personality-driven singles were doing a lot of the heavy lifting.