Sad Sunset Riddim – DJ Richard 506

In 2021, when a lot of Caribbean producers were leaning hard into rootsy, digitally clean reggae, DJ Richard 506 came with Sad Sunset Riddim, a short Costa Rican set that keeps its mood mellow and reflective rather than flashy. The songs sit on a warm, easy roll with enough bass weight to hold the riddim together, while the Spanish-language cuts from Dereck Venegas, El Soldado, and Myztah Gonzo give it a distinctly regional feel; “Triste Verano” and “Ghetto Youths” fit the title’s late-day vibe especially well. Peaceful Dr’s “Juggling” adds a lighter touch before the closing version, which lets the instrumental breathe and leaves the production’s simple, sunset-colored groove hanging in the air.