Righteousness Riddim (2016) – Treasure Chest

Anthony B leads the charge on Righteousness Riddim, and his title cut sets the tone right away with a firm, consciousness-minded edge that sits well beside the rest of Treasure Chest’s five-song 2016 set. George Nooks follows with “Why, ” while Half Pint’s “Love What A Gwan, ” Jah Mason’s “Now And Forever, ” and Paul Elliott’s “Lift That Crown” keep the project in that roots-reggae pocket, more reflective than flashy and more steady than sprawling. It’s a compact line-up, and that economy suits the riddim’s purpose: no wasted space, just a handful of seasoned voices working the same message from different angles. If you want the track that leaves the strongest imprint, Anthony B’s “Righteousness” is the one that hangs back in the ear after the last cut.