The Platinum Riddim – Blazin Hot

THE PLATINUM RIDDIM produced by BLAZIN HOT 2000

The Platinum Overview

In 2000, selectors often turned to The Platinum Riddim for their dancehall sessions. This riddim brought a strong club vibe, but it also blended touches from other genres. The use of horns and energetic drum patterns gave it a flavor that worked well with both reggae and hip hop influences. The sound was fresh and made dancers move. Artists like Bobby Krystal, with his song "Can't Have You," added smooth vocals over the lively beat. Chrisinti, who is known for his roots reggae style and the well-loved track "Hail Him," brought a conscious message to the riddim. Future Trouble, with "My Niggas," kept the energy high—he is also known for his earlier hit "Ganja Spliff" which made waves in the late 1990s. Gangster Lee’s "Couch" and Major Christie’s "Life Is Joy" both showed different moods, making the riddim versatile. T.O.K’s "Joe Grind" added a group dynamic, as T.O.K was one of dancehall’s most popular groups at the time. The producer, BLAZIN HOT, played a big role in shaping the sound. Known for keeping horn riffs strong in the mix, BLAZIN HOT has produced several notable dancehall tracks and helped define the sound of early 2000s dancehall. The studio hand made sure every detail was right, giving the riddim its polished, club-ready finish. The Platinum Riddim remains a standout from that era, remembered for its bold energy and crossover appeal.

The Platinum Tracklist:

1. Bobby Krystal – Can’t Have You
2. Chrisinti – Hail Him
3. Future Trouble – My Niggas
4. Gangster Lee – Couch
5. Major Christie – Life Is Joy
6. T.O.K – Joe Grind (Joe Grinde)