The Banjo (2004) Release Details
- Riddim year: 2004
- Style: Reggae
- Total tracks: 7
- Unique artists on riddim: 8
- Production credits: SIZE 8 PRODUCTION
- Key artists on this riddim: Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Devonte, General Degree, Hawkeye, Tanto Metro
- Browse this riddim in year & database lists: 2004 Riddims List · 2004 Reggae Riddims
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 Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Naw Change
- Bounty Killer – Honey Pan
- Farma George – You Have Di Glue
- General Degree – Dem Not
- Hawkeye – Some’n Wrong
- Tanto Metro & Devonte – Rock U Tonight
- Version – Banjo Riddim
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