Stick By Me Riddim – Roaring Lion Records

Down in the 2004 reggae lane, Roaring Lion Records pulled together a neatly focused set on the Stick By Me / Gal Gone rhythm, with nine cuts and a strong roots-and-lovers spread that never feels overcrowded. Anthony B’s “One Of A Kind Girl” and Sizzla’s “Woman A Request It” lean into the same sturdy backbone, while Singing Melody’s “Single Moment With You” softens the edges a little and gives the riddim a sweeter pull. Calvin Scott is the name behind the Roaring Lion imprint here, and the connection to the older “Stick By Me” title gives the project a little extra history without turning it into a museum piece. Capleton, Warrior King, and Cocoa Tea keep the energy grounded and conscious, and the whole thing closes with Zipper Ras’ “Emperor Selassie I” hanging in the air.

Stick By Me Riddim Tracklist:

1. Anthony B – One Of A Kind Girl
2. Capleton – Jah For All
3. Captain Barkey – Behave Myself So
4. Cocoa T – Tek Way Yuh Gal
5. Singing Melody – Single Moment With You
6. Sizzla – Woman A Request It
7. Tommy B – Friday Gal
8. Warrior King – Baby Girl
9. Zipper Ras – Emperor Selassie I