The Trod Riddim – Conscious Productions

Conscious Productions’ 2007 Trod Riddim has that firm, rootsy pull that lets the singers lean into meditation and warning-song territory without ever sounding stiff. Mikey General’s “No Justice” and Jack Radics’ “Drowning Inside” sit nicely in the middle of it, while Mackie Conscious’ “Jah Is Right On Time” and Prezident Brown’s “Move On” keep the spiritual pressure on; the riddim itself has enough drive to carry all that message without getting heavy-handed. There’s a healthy spread of voices here too, from Chuckleberry to Natty King, which gives the set a real session feel. A quietly absorbing cut from a 2007 line-up, with “Rasta No Take Life” and “Rainbow World” tucked in among the sharper moments.