Start It Up Riddim – Black Ice Studios

Black Ice Studios takes a quick detour from the heavier dancehall side it’s more often tied to and leans into a brisk, carnival-ready soca groove here, the kind that’s all motion and hook. Sekon Sta’s “Link Up” has the most immediate pull, with a party-call energy that sits right on top of the rhythm, while Erphaan’s “Loose” feels looser and more playful, giving the riddim a little extra bounce. Rayza’s “Start It” keeps the title front and center, and the studio cut keeps the shape of the pattern clear without overloading it. With just four tracks in the set, the release feels tight rather than crowded, and that compact 2014 lineup gives it the feel of a focused season drop instead of a sprawling compilation.