RED RICE RIDDIM produced by SOUTH RAKKAS | A.K.P. RECORDS 2017
Red Rice Overview
Released in 2017, the Red Rice Riddim quickly became a staple in Jamaican dancehall parties and sound systems. The collection was produced by SOUTH RAKKAS | A.K.P. RECORDS, a name well known for pushing the boundaries of dancehall with their creative approach and international reach. The label has a strong track record of blending traditional island vibes with modern production, making their releases popular both in Jamaica and abroad. The Red Rice Riddim brought together a powerful lineup of artists, each adding their own flavor to the project. Demarco made a strong impression with "Bullet inna face (raw)", delivering sharp lyrics and energy. Prohgres followed with "Talk (raw)", bringing a smooth yet intense style. Mr. Vegas contributed "God in control", adding his signature voice and uplifting message. Blakk Man’s "Full dem up" and Sizzla’s "Gang violence" both tackled serious themes, giving the riddim depth and variety. Other standout tracks included "Duppy maker (raw)" by Maestro Don, "Big up god" by Ninja Kid, and "Fly all bout (raw)" by Chase Cross. Flexx’s "Lift up (raw)" and Regilata’s "So forth" rounded out the collection, each artist bringing their own unique touch. SOUTH RAKKAS | A.K.P. RECORDS, led by a skilled mixing board king, ensured the riddim had a polished, powerful sound. Their experience and vision helped the Red Rice Riddim become a yard anthem. Today, this club-ready riddim is remembered as an important part of dancehall history, showing the strength of collaboration and creative production.
Red Rice Tracklist:
- Bullet inna face (raw) – demarco
- Talk (raw) – prohgres
- God in control – mr. Vegas
- Full dem up – blakk man
- Gang violence – sizzla
- Duppy maker (raw) – maestro don
- Big up god – ninja kid
- Fly all bout (raw) – chase cross
- Lift up (raw) – flexx
- So forth – regilata
- Never play (raw) – vershon
- Badness (raw) – spookie
- Hustler’s anthem – shenseea
- Badness talk – moshan
- Gonna – xtenshan
- Silence – laden
- Red rice riddim (instrumental)
- Bullet inna face (radio) – demarco
- Talk (radio) – prohgres
- Duppy maker (radio) – maestro don
- Fly all bout (radio) – chase cross
- Never play (radio) – vershon
- Lift up (radio) – flexx
- Badness (radio) – spookie
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