Yaniko Roots Riddim – Kt Records

Yaniko Roots rides on a deep, rootsy groove with a firm bassline and a clean, militant skank that leaves plenty of room for the singers to stretch out. KT Records lined up a strong 2008 cast here, and the chemistry is in the contrast: Admiral Tibett and Mickey General bring that seasoned conscious chant style, while Sizzla, Luciano, George Nooks, Jah Mason and Anthony B push the riddim into more spiritual, reflective territory. Capelton’s “Killing Spree” adds a harder edge, and the bonus cut from Zoe featuring Chuck Fender gives the set a little extra lift. With ten tracks and eleven voices, it sits right in that late-2000s reggae moment when one riddim could still carry a whole meditation, from plea-to-Jah tunes to love songs and social commentary.

Yaniko Roots Riddim Tracklist:

1. Admiral Tibett – Jah Is Here And There
2. Mickey General – Live The Life You Love
3. Capelton – Killing Spree
4. Sizzla – Heart Mind And Soul
5. George Nooks – Father Help Me Today
6. Luciano – Jah Will Always See Me Through
7. Anthony B – Woman Love Vanity
8. Jah Mason – One For All
9. Singing Melody – You Came Into My Life
10. Zoe Ft. Chuck Fenda – Liberia (Bonus Track)