TRANSITION RIDDIM produced by NEAR FUTURE PRODUCTION 2010
Transition Overview
In 2010, a new dancehall riddim called Transition Riddim made waves across Jamaica. The yard beat behind this project was strong and catchy, echoing through clubs and street parties. This riddim blended classic dancehall rhythms with touches from other genres like R&B and hip hop, giving it a fresh sound that many people loved. Alaine brought her smooth vocals to the track "Hide And Seek." She is known for her hit single "No Ordinary Love," and her voice added a soulful feeling to the riddim. Blass gave us "Hotter One," showing his energy and style. Bling Dawg, with "Gangster No Play," kept the dancehall vibe strong and authentic. Bounty Killer, a legend in the genre and winner of the 2002 MOBO Award for Best Reggae Act, delivered "Rize It," bringing his signature power to the mix. Chino, who found success with the song "From Mawning (Never Change)," performed "Gal Ting," adding a modern twist. Other artists, such as Corvin Melody with "Have U Seen Her," Da Matrix Ninja Cutty on "Shootist," Esco with "Dem Only Talk Tuff," Escobar & Blass on "Dem Deh Yah," and M Binns with "Love Crime," each brought something unique to the project. The bashment arranger shaped the riddim’s flow, making sure every track fit well together. NEAR FUTURE PRODUCTION, the label behind this release, is known for its melodic progressions and creative beats. Their work on Transition Riddim helped it stand out in the busy dancehall scene. Selectors still play this 2010 mix, proving its lasting impact.
Transition Tracklist:
- Alaine – Hide And Seek
- Blass – Hotter One
- Bling Dawg – Gangster No Play
- Bounty Killer – Rize It
- Chino – Gal Ting
- Corvin Melody – Have U Seen Her
- Da Matrix Ninja Cutty – Shootist
- Esco – Dem Only Talk Tuff
- Escobar & Blass – Dem Deh Yah
- M Binns – Love Crime
- Lexx – Back It Up
- Perfect – Keep Moving
- Nuclear – De Glock
- Nuclear – Gwan So Bad
- Sizzla – Nah Bow
- Skool Boy – Bure Gal
- O.K – Boy Dead
- Vybz Kartel – No Fear Dem
- Ward 21 – Nookie We Want
- Wayne Marshall – Don’t Cross Di Line
- Yami Bolo – Rasta Government
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