Upliftment Riddim – Various Artists

UPLIFTMENT RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2006

Upliftment Overview

In 2006, the Upliftment Riddim made its mark on reggae music, especially with its dub cut that played in roots sessions across Jamaica and beyond. This release brought together a strong lineup of artists, each adding their own style to the project. Anbessa, known for the song "Dem A Gone," helped set the tone with a powerful vocal performance. Ancient Warrior contributed "Farmer Man," bringing a rootsy message to the mix. Bongo Kanny’s "Watch Them" added another layer of energy, while C4’s "Too Much Suffering" gave a voice to deeper struggles. Jigsy King, who reached international charts in the 1990s with "Work," returned here with "Rise Ghetto Youth," delivering a message of hope. Other highlights included "This Black Woman" by Kalamaweh and "Jump Nya Benge" from Mykal Rose, who is widely known as the former lead singer of Black Uhuru, a Grammy-winning group. Philip Fraser’s "Thats Life," Prince Pankhi’s "Musical Starving," and the collaboration "Shes Only 14" by Roger Feat. Papa Levy rounded out the collection. The producer, VARIOUS ARTISTS, has a history of bringing together different talents for vibrant reggae projects. Their work on Upliftment Riddim helped keep traditional reggae sounds alive in the 2000s. The release remains a cultural gem, blending joyful rhythms with conscious lyrics, and still feels fresh today.

Upliftment Tracklist:

1. Anbessa – Dem A Gone
2. Ancient Warrior – Farmer Man
3. Bongo Kanny – Watch Them
4. C4 – Too Much Suffering
5. Jigsy King – Rise Ghetto Youth
6. Kalamaweh – This Black Woman
7. Mykal Rose – Jump Nya Benge
8. Philip Fraser – Thats Life
9. Prince Pankhi – Musical Starving
10. Roger Feat. Papa Levy – Shes Only 14
11. Roger Robin – African People Be Free
12. Roger Robin – Hurricane Ivan
13. Shanti High – Show Love
14. Solo Feat. Bamboo – Going Down The West