Stick By Me Riddim (2004) – 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.