Stepping Stone Riddim – Gargamel Music

STEPPING STONE RIDDIM produced by GARGAMEL MUSIC 1999

Stepping Stone Overview

In the late 1990s, the “yard beat” was a popular sound in dancehall music. This beat was heavy, raw, and full of energy—perfect for the dancehalls in Jamaica and beyond. In 1999, the Stepping Stone Riddim was released, showing off this style with a line-up of strong artists. Assassin, who would later become known as Agent Sasco, brought his sharp lyrics to “Revamp.” Around this time, Assassin was building a name for himself with his clever wordplay and streetwise style. Buju Banton, already a major figure in dancehall and reggae, delivered “Essence.” Buju Banton is famous for his Grammy-winning album “Before the Dawn,” and his influence in the genre is huge. Chuck Fender, known for his conscious lyrics, performed “Provider.” Cutlass came with “Run Dem,” and Don Yute, who had worked with international acts like Sean Paul, contributed “Find Me.” Other artists on the riddim included Galaxy P with “Naw Naw Na,” Ninja Kid with “Nah Bow,” Powerman with “One More Enemy,” Spragga Benz with “Want Mi,” and Granny Roots with “Try Dem Try.” The producer behind Stepping Stone Riddim was GARGAMEL MUSIC, the label founded by Buju Banton. GARGAMEL MUSIC is respected for releasing quality dancehall and reggae tracks and supporting Jamaican artists. This recording is a true example of what yard music was about in 1999—hard beats, real lyrics, and a strong dancehall vibe.

Stepping Stone Tracklist:

1. Assassin – Revamp
2. Buju Banton – Essence
3. Chuck Fender – Provider
4. Cutlass – Run Dem
5. Don Yute – Find Me
6. Galaxy P – Naw Naw Na
7. Ninja Kid – Nah Bow
8. Powerman – One More Enemy
9. Spragga Benz – Want Mi
10. Granny Roots – Try Dem Try
11. Lemski Dan – Ready Body
12. Fragga Ranks – Distance
13. Version – Stepping Stone

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