RIDING WEST RIDDIM produced by LIFE MUSIC 1997
Riding West Overview
When you listen to Riding West Riddim, you can feel the touch of a skilled dub engineer shaping every sound. The mix is deep and full, with classic basslines and crisp drums that make the riddim stand out. Dub engineers are key in reggae, and here, their work gives the set a strong roots feeling. This release came from LIFE MUSIC, a label known for bringing fresh reggae sounds to the world. LIFE MUSIC has helped push roots and dancehall styles, and their catalog has reached reggae fans across many countries. The artists on Riding West Riddim each bring their own style. Bunny General delivers energy on "Girl Fi Settle Down." He is respected in the dancehall scene for his strong voice and stage presence. Conroy Smith gives us both "Dangerous" and "Dollar Van Ride." Many reggae fans know him for his hit "Dangerous," which became a classic in the late 1980s. Derrick Irie sings "Why Should I," adding his unique flavor. Glen Washington, who performs "Please Me," is well known for his smooth voice and has had a long career with hits like "Kindness For Weakness." Ian S And Shelene team up on "I Just Want To Stay Here," bringing a sweet duet to the set. Fans connect this release to 1997’s roots reggae scene, making it a favorite for selectors and collectors.
Riding West Tracklist:
- Bunny General – Girl Fi Settle Down
- Conroy Smith – Dangerous
- Conroy Smith – Dollar Van Ride
- Derrick Irie – Why Should I
- Glen Washington – Please Me
- Ian S And Shelene – I Just Want To Stay Here
- Ian Sweetness – Wait For Me
- James K Smith – Riding West
- Lady V – Done Have Mi Lover
- Lupa – Bawl Fi Jah
- Many More – Mood To Kill
- Mikey Jarrett – Admire Me
- Mikey Merican – Ready Fi Attack
- Nardo Ranks – Poison Ivy
- Ninja Kid – Stealing Love On The Side
- Shelene – I Just Want To Stay Here
- Sister Carol – 30 Plenty
- Terrible Cat – Many Many
- Tippa Lee – Gangster Town
- Tuffest – Salt Da Boy Deh Salt
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