Splinta Riddim – Various Artists 2009
Splinta Overview
The bashment rhythm of 2009’s Splinta Riddim brought high energy and raw sound to dancehall music. Its style is bold and gritty, with hard-hitting drums and catchy melodies that made crowds move. The mood is lively, perfect for parties and dance floors across Jamaica. Several standout artists helped shape the Splinta Riddim’s sound. Assassin delivered “Gal Dem We Say,” showing his usual strong lyrics and confident delivery. Assassin is well known for his hit “Idiot Thing That,” and for his later work with international stars like Kanye West. On the same riddim, Assassin teamed up with Voicemail for “Skip To My Lou.” Voicemail also appears on their own with “Skip To My Lou — Skip To My Lou,” adding their signature harmonies and fun style. Dangel’s “My Life” brings a different flavor, with a more personal touch in the lyrics. Flippa Mafia and Ricky Frass joined forces on “Really And Truly — Really And Truly,” giving the riddim another energetic highlight. The Splinta Riddim was produced by Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor, a respected name in Jamaican music. Stephen McGregor is known for producing many hit riddims and working with top artists in dancehall and reggae. The riddim was released on the Big Ship label, which is well known for its quality dancehall productions. Splinta Riddim remains a memorable sound from 2009’s dancehall scene.
Splinta Tracklist:
- Assassin – Gal Dem We Say
- Assassin Ft Voicemail – Skip To My Lou (Clean)
- Assassin Ft Voicemail – Skip To My Lou (Radio Edit)
- Dangel – My Life (Clean)
- Dangel – My Life (Radio Edit)
- Flippa Mafia Ft Ricky Frass – Really And Truly (Clean)
- Flippa Mafia Ft Ricky Frass – Really And Truly (Radio Edit)
- Twin Of Twins – Which Dudus (Clean)
- Twin Of Twins – Which Dudus (Radio Edit)
- Twin Of Twins – Dem A Try Bait Me Up (Clean)
- Twin Of Twins – Dem A Try Bait Me Up (Radio Edit)
- Splinta Riddim – Version
- Zumjay – Ready Fi Defend It (Edit)
- Zumjay – Ready Fi Defend It (Dirty)
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