Tough Times Riddim – Hungry Lions Rec

Released in 2014, Tough Times Riddim is a reggae compilation from Hungry Lion Records that gathers a strong conscious lineup around a moody, rootsy backdrop. The set features Anthony B, Bugle, I-Octane, Iba Mahr, Louie Culture, Jah Scripture, Determine, Lucky Jobe, Victorious Vibrations and others, with cuts like Whoa Mama Afrida, Rope, Chatty Mouth and Awakening Jah helping define the mood. Hungry Lion Records was a Portland-based label, and this project served as one of its early reggae releases, with a clear focus on struggle, endurance and uplift.

Tough Times Riddim Tracklist:

1. Victorious Vibrations – Stiff Neck
2. Anthony B – Whoa Mama Afrida
3. Bugle – Rope
4. Determine – When Will It End
5. I Octane – Chatty Mouth
6. Iba Mahr – Awakening
7. Jah Scripture – Watch Over Me
8. Louie Culture – Must Touch Road
9. Lucky Jobe – Ruffa Times
10. Versatile – Praise Jah
11. Hungry Lion Records – Tough Times Riddim