THE HANDLE RIDDIM produced by FREE WILLY PRODUCTIONS 2005
The Handle Overview
In 2005, the Handle Riddim brought together an impressive lineup of reggae artists, each adding their unique flair to this vibrant project. Bascom X delivered "Puncinella," showcasing his distinct vocal style. Beenie Man, a Grammy Award-winning artist known for hits like "Who Am I (Sim Simma)," teamed up with U-Roy for "Every Man Fi Have Wife," blending their voices seamlessly. Buju Banton, famous for his album "Til Shiloh," contributed "Lipstick Stain," adding depth to the compilation. Bushman offered "Give Me Some More," while Capleton, known for his energetic performances and the hit "Jah Jah City," delivered "Get Us Out." The Handle Riddim was a creation of FREE WILLY PRODUCTIONS, a label known for its commitment to reggae's anthemic sound. The production house has been instrumental in crafting beats that resonate with fans worldwide, contributing significantly to reggae's global reach. FREE WILLY PRODUCTIONS has a reputation for bringing together top-tier talent, and the Handle Riddim was no exception. This release also featured tracks like Chrisinti's "Trust and Love," Frankie Paul's "Blinded," Gregory Isaacs' "Kingfish on His Trail," Gyptian's "You Never Know," and Josey Wales' "Need Someone." Each song added a layer of richness to the riddim, making it a staple in reggae playlists. The Handle Riddim quickly became a cultural highlight of 2005, celebrated for its warm beats and uplifting energy. It remains a cherished piece of reggae history, continually revisited by fans and newcomers alike.
The Handle Tracklist:
- Bascom x – puncinella
- Beenie man and u-roy – every man fi have wife
- Buju banton – lipstick stain
- Bushman – give me some more
- Capleton – get us out
- Chrisinti – trust and love
- Frankie paul – blinded
- Gregory isaacs – kingfish on his trail
- Gyptian – you never know
- Josey wales – need someone
- Kananga – like your style
- Leroy smart – wanna love you
- Ninja man – last night
- Norris man – rastafari vibes
- Sizzla – knowing each other
- Terror fabulous – true balarina
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- Zahair – 4 things
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