Taxi Riddim – Taxi Records (2006/2007)

TAXI RIDDIM produced by Sly & Robbie, Orville “Rorey” Baker and K. Asonuma for Taxi Records.

Taxi Overview

In 2006, a group of talented musicians and producers gathered in the studio to create a roots reggae instrumental that would soon become a favorite. The roots selector wanted a sound that felt both classic and fresh, using heavy bass and strong rhythms. The creative direction was about blending old-school reggae with new ideas, keeping the music alive for a new generation. The production team was led by Sly and Robbie, famous for their work in reggae since the late 1970s. Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare, known as “The Riddim Twins,” have played on and produced countless hits, working with stars like Black Uhuru and Grace Jones. They teamed up with Orville "Rorey" Baker and K. Asonuma for Taxi Records, a label that has released many important reggae tracks over the years. On this riddim, several big artists brought their own style. Baby Cham delivered “Babylon Bway,” adding his signature energy. Beenie Man, known for his Grammy Award-winning album “Art and Life,” gave fans “Mi Dis Mavado.” Beres Hammond, a legend in lovers rock, joined with Buju Banton for “Mood To Kill A Sound.” Bounty Killer, a major dancehall figure, performed “Yappin.” Buju Banton, famous for songs like “Driver A,” also joined the project. This roots instrumental, created in 2006, still carries the true spirit of reggae, mixing tradition with new vibes for everyone to enjoy.

Taxi Tracklist:

1. Baby Cham – Babylon Bway
2. Beenie Man – Mi Dis Mavado
3. Beres Hammond & Buju Banton – Mood To Kill A Sound
4. Bounty Killer – Yappin
5. Buju Banton – Driver A
6. Capleton & Uplifter – Be Like This
7. Chaka Demus & Pliers – Sexy Lady
8. Dj Clapclap & Vybz Kartel – Ring Dong Taxi Remix
9. Elephant Man – Bring It
10. Jigsy King & Hopeton James – In The Mood To Kill A Sound
11. Junior Reid – Bubblers
12. Luciano – Pack Up Drumpan
13. Mr Vegas – Gangsta Law
14. Sister Nancy – One Two
15. Tony Rebel – 15 Years
16. Ward 21 & Egg Nog – Dis Badman
17. Wayne Wonder – Anything For You
18. Wayne Wonder – Fast Car
19. Yellow Man – Bam Bam
20. Instrumental Taxi Riddim – Sly & Robbie

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