Shepred Riddim – Various Artists

SHEPRED RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2011

Shepred Riddim sits right in that busy 2011 dancehall run when producers were still throwing out hard-edged, copy-ready rhythms for a handful of voicings rather than bloating a compilation. The set is only five cuts deep, which keeps the focus on the songs themselves: Helmoh’s “Rolling Out” has that plainspoken street patter, while Wippa Demus comes in with “Move Your Body” and pushes the riddim toward something a little more playful and club-friendly. Ricky Shepherd’s “Waa Mi Waa” and Shane’s “O-Swagga Wa Mi Got” featuring Alozade add extra personality, with Alozade’s presence giving the latter a bit more bite and familiarity. It’s the kind of release that feels like a snapshot of the era more than a big statement, and that lean 2011 setup is part of the charm.

Shepred Riddim Tracklist:

1. Hard Drive – Your Love
2. Helmoh – Rolling Out
3. Ricky Shepherd – Waa Mi Waa
4. Shane – O-Swagga Wa Mi Got Feat. Alozade
5. Wippa Demus – Move Your Body