Showbiz Overview
Showbiz Riddim arrived in 2013 and quickly made a mark in dancehall music. The riddim was built by the team at Good Good Productions, a label known for shaping the sound of Jamaican dancehall in the 2010s. Their production style mixes bold, energetic beats with catchy melodies, creating tracks that light up dance floors and street corners alike. This riddim features a strong lineup of artists who each brought their own style. Aidonia’s “She Like Me” stands out with his confident delivery and sharp lyrics, matching perfectly with the lively rhythm. Chase Cross gives us “Thunderball,” a track filled with raw energy that fits the riddim’s tough, streetwise sound. Christopher Martin takes a different approach with “Too Much Killing,” using his smooth voice to deliver a message that stands out among the party anthems. Deablo’s “Who Shall I Fear” adds another layer, bringing determination and grit to the project. Demarco’s “Bun It Off” keeps the energy high, making it a favorite for sound systems and party selectors. Each artist uses the riddim’s powerful base to show their unique voice, making every song memorable. The Showbiz Riddim also features Elephant Man with “Nah Go Dweet,” Stein with “Tek Weh Yuh Gyal,” and a collaboration by Supa Hype, Munga, and Chi Ching Ching called “Cut Dem Off.” Terro 3000’s “Nuh Badmind Friend” and Versatile’s “Straight” round out the collection, all riding the same infectious beat. The street anthem base of Showbiz Riddim echoed through clubs across Jamaica and beyond. Today, it remains an important part of dancehall history, showing how a single riddim can unite different voices and keep the dance floor moving.
- Aidonia – She Like Me(Raw)
- Aidonia – She Like Me(Edit]
- Chase Cross – Thunderball
- Christopher Martin – Too Much Killing
- Deablo – Who Shall I Fear
- Demarco – Bun It Off
- Elephant Man – Nah Go Dweet
- I-Octane – Bwoy Yuh Deaf
- Mavado – Movie Star (Raw)
- Mavado – Movie Star (Edit]
- Stein – Tek Weh Yuh Gyal
- Supa Hype, Munga, Chi Ching Ching – Cut Dem Off
- Terro 3000 – Nuh Badmind Friend
- Versatile – Straight
- Zagga – Badmind People (Raw)
- Zagga – Badmind People (Edit]
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Research and editorial by Riddimz Kalacta & Goltem, sourcing from physical vinyl labels, Discogs, ReggaeFever, Riddim-ID, DancehallMag, and other trusted archives.