STREET SWEEPER RIDDIM produced by STUDIO 2000 1998
Street Sweeper Overview
The dub cut of the Street Sweeper Riddim gave reggae singers and deejays a strong roots foundation. This version let artists share their messages over a deep, organic beat. The riddim became a key part of the late 1990s reggae scene, echoing the roots revival spirit of the year 2000. Beenie Man, known for his hit "Who Am I (Sim Simma)" and his Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2001, brought his energy to the track "Battery Dolly." Buccaneer, who is recognized for blending dancehall with opera, contributed two songs, "Kill A Sound" and "We Own The Show." His unique style added variety to the riddim. Buju Banton, famous for his album "Til Shiloh," delivered "Police Pon Patrol." Buju is respected for his deep lyrics and powerful voice. Burro Banton, a veteran deejay with a long career in sound system culture, performed "Bum Wha Dis." Capelton, known for his fiery stage presence and conscious lyrics, brought "On A Mission" to the collection. Other notable tracks include "Full Hype" by Determine, "Bad Man" by Elephant Man & Harry Toddler, "Hot Gal Walk" by Elephant Man, and "Bun Yuh Out" by Harry Toddler. STUDIO 2000, the producer behind this riddim, was an important label in Jamaica during the 1990s. The label is known for working with top dancehall and reggae artists and for releasing influential riddims. Their work on Street Sweeper Riddim helped keep roots reggae alive and fresh for a new generation.
Street Sweeper Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Battery Dolly
- Buccaneer – Kill A Sound
- Buccaneer – We Own The Show
- Buju Banton – Police Pon Patrol
- Burro Banton – Bum Wha Dis
- Capelton – On A Mission
- Determine – Full Hype
- Elephant Man & Harry Toddler – Bad Man
- Elephant Man – Hot Gal Walk
- Harry Toddler – Bun Yuh Out
- Josey Wales – Clothes Get Common
- Junior Reid – John Law
- Lexxus – Yuh Nah
- Major Christie – Gotta Be
- Merciless – Merciless-Put It-Raw
- Pad Anthony – A Murder
- Sean Paul & Mr Vegas – Hot Gal Today
- Shabba Ranks – X Rated
- Spragga Benz – Shotta
- Tanto Metro & Devonte – Old Gangsta Rule
- Version – Street Sweeper Riddim
- Zebra – Unfair
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