The Banjo Riddim – Size 8 Productions

Coming out of Jamaica’s 2004 dancehall run, The Banjo Riddim from Size 8 Productions keeps the focus tight with just six vocal cuts and a straight instrumental version. Cardiff “Degree” Butt is credited as the producer, and that connection gives the juggling a sharper edge than the name might suggest, with the rhythm working around a skanking, banjo-tinged swing that leaves room for the voices to cut through. Beenie Man’s “Naw Change” sets the tone early, while Bounty Killer’s “Honey Pan” and Tanto Metro and Devonte’s “Rock U Tonight” lean into the harder, crowd-ready side of the set. General Degree’s “Dem Not” sits right in the pocket too, but it’s Hawkeye’s “Some’n Wrong” that lands the cleanest, most memorable finish.

The Banjo Riddim Tracklist:

1. Beenie Man – Naw Change
2. Bounty Killer – Honey Pan
3. Farma George – You Have Di Glue
4. General Degree – Dem Not
5. Hawkeye – Some’n Wrong
6. Tanto Metro & Devonte – Rock U Tonight
7. Version – Banjo Riddim