Peckings Boom Blasts Di 54-46 Riddim!

Toots an' the Maytals big chune 54-46, originally produced by Leslie Kong on the Beverly's label back inna '68, gets a reworking from UK's Peckings Brothers. Gappy Ranks' Pumpkin Belly was the first version dem a cut pon this new riddim ride. A fresh batch a follo suit, wid versions by newcomers Sparkie an' Culan Luke, Tenna Star, Mr Williamz, YT an' G Star - steppin' disya riddim to di timez dem- haul & pull up!!

DJ Lock Steady - Peckings' 54-46 Riddim Mix (2010)

Tenna Star - Thanks & Praise
G.Star - Better Mus Come
Culan Luke - Hustler
YT - Save Mi Life
Sparky - Playback
Mr Williamz - In The Club

Necessary Mayhem's Crucial Digital Acoustics!

Latest release from UK's Necessary Mayhem, Digital Acoustics is a scorchin' compilation of past hits an' new tunes dem. Heavy weight vocalists are featured on these wicked Curtis Lynch productions. The cream of the crop of the new talent outta Europe an' some serious veterans are showcased. Busy Signal 'longside Million Stylez' As Mi Forward leads the way for this stellar release, most likely to be released on vinyl. Check the Necessary Mayhem website for sound clips an' the track list for Digital Acoustics, or click on the image above to link directly. Me cyan't stop from pluggin' the Necessary Mayhem crew, them know how fe do, an' in fine style too!

Busy Signal & Million Stylez - As Mi Forward (Jam 1 Riddim)

Digital Acoustics Mini Mix (Necessary Mayhem 2010)

Necessay Mayhem Reactivates Police In Helicopter Riddim!

Wiiicked dis! Da Grynch AKA Curtis Lynch hits hard with another Necessary Mayhem drop on a yet again reversioned Police In Helicopter Riddim. High caliber 7" press an' even higha caliber sound. Nice heavy rub a dub vibes to fill da dance Iyah- pure fyah!

Police In Helicopter Reactivated Riddim Mix - DJ Momox



Joggo - Don't Stop The Music (Police In Helicopter Reactivated)




Maikal X - Get Away (Police In Helicopter Reactivated)




Mr Williamz & YT - Sound Murderer (Police In Helicopter Reactivated)




Ziggi - Pretender (Police In Helicopter Reactivated)

Blackout JA & Gregory Isaacs Report Necessary Mayhem!

UK's Necessay Mayhem just released the remix of their Rumours Riddim produced by Curtis Lynch, featuring Blackout JA 'longside Gregory Isaacs on a fresh digikal tune/riddim dubbed Report To Me. The b side is a well energized remix of the Rumours Riddim Dubplate with MC Shabba, Tenor Fly, UK Apache, David Boomah an' YT. Check the snippets below, courtesy of the Necessary Mayhem website. The 7" is now out, so gwaan get one an' play it out!



Blackout JA & Gregory Isaacs - Report To Me (Report To Me Riddim)







MC Shabba, Tenor Fly, UK Apache, David Boomah & YT - Dubplate Rmx (Rumours Riddim)

Necessary Mayhem's Joker Smoker Riddim

UK's Necessary Mayhem just nah rest, here's the latest from their sonic treasure chest... Triston Palmer and the Root Radics' Joker Smoker originally produced by Jah Thomas gets a likkle refix courtesy of Curtis Lynch. Nuff niceness as Curtis keeps some of Triston's vocal snippets in the mix, building a deeper rub a dub sound to the riddim with a digi tone gloss which is pure fyah! Ziggi, YT and Mr Williamz each drop a vocal version, see the clips below from the Necessary Mayhem website, or check the artists' MySpace pages for full tracks (except YT - who has yet to post his version). Nah joke, dis one a serious smoka! Necessary Mayhem, forward still - all other sounds you nah stop from kill!



Ziggi - Ganja Smoke (Joker Smoker Riddim)





Mr. Williamz - No Cigarette (Joker Smoker Riddim)





YT - Credit Crunch (Joker Smoker Riddim)



Necessary Mayhem - Joker Smoker Riddim Mix

Rumours Dem Spreadin'... Necessary Mayhem Pon Dem Case!

Necessary Mayhem continues the sonic onslaught by dropping Dubplate featuring YT, Million Stylez, Tenor Fly, Blackout JA and Mr Williamz, off of the forthcoming Necessary Mayhem Meets Music Works LP. The track, a reworked Telephone Love / Rumours Riddim, is produced by Curtis Lynch. Three other versions off the same riddim are featured below, with Blackout JA 'longside Michie One, Chyna Soulstar in combination with Demolition Man and Curtis Lynch's instrumental version. Check the Necessary Mayhem website for digital downloads and release info. This ya one too wicked, 21 years after Gregory Isaacs' Rumours, Lady G's Nuff Respect and JC Lodge's Telephone Love rocked the dance, NM a bring it back in a top ranking style an fashion, fresha still and maybe even hottest yet. Yes Iyah, bust dat Dubplate fyah...

YT, Million Stylez, Tenor Fly, Blackout JA & Mr Williamz - Dubplate (Rumours Riddim)





Blackout JA & Michie One - Love Me Woman (Rumours Riddim)






Chyna Soulstar & Demolition Man - Lord Save My Soul (Rumours Riddim)






Da Grynch - Instrumental (Rumours Riddim)

Yout Outta Street... Necessary Mayhem Again!

Watta wicked shot outta Englan' wid dis a oneya! Tippa Irie, Blackout JA an' YT drop a serious dubplate for Necesary Mayhem, now available for download from their website. Yout Outta Street is from the forthcoming lp Necessary Mayhem Meets Music Works due out on the 23rd of February. In the meantime check this audio sample, the vibe is well ample!

Tippa Irie, Blackout JA & YT - Yout Outta Street (Necessary Mayhem Duplate)

Police In Helicopter Again... YT Brings On The Necessary Mayhem!

UK's Necessary Mayhem label is at it again... They have released several new tracks on the Police In Helicopter Riddim and the Shank I Shenk Riddim. Both of these riddims have been doing quite well for them internationally as Bills feat. Blackout JA, Michie One, YT and Mr Williamz on the Shank I Shenk has been climbing the charts 'longside their devastating revamp of John Holt's Police In Helicopter featuring Million Stylez, as well as Mr. Williamz take on the same riddim Babylon In Helicopter (see prior posts for more info an' sounds).

Now for the freshies:

YT - Heat Seeking Camera (Police In Helicopter Riddim)

Blackout JA - Reggae Rebel (Shank I Shenk Riddim)

Glenn Lewis - Don't You Forget It (Shank I Shenk Riddim)

Mr Williamz - Ganja Smokin' (Shank I Shenk Riddim)

Very reasonably priced 320 kbps MP3 digital download versions are available through the Necessary Mayhem website and nowhere else, so be sure to check dem out as well as their MySpace page.

Not just Necessary Mayhem it a - CRUCIAL - Mayhem Iyah!

Michie One Risin' High With A True Rockers Revolt!

London's Michie One launched her career as a duo act with talented reggae singer Louchie Lou, gaining a fiersome reputation for their fresh melodies and distinctive reggae/ragga style. Michie One's outstanding writing and chatting skills influence many current pop acts. Her versatility has led her to perform with top artists such as Shaggy, Beenie Man, Chaka Demus & Pliers and Sizzla. Signed to London records and to China Records, she toured the world performing in stadiums, arenas and international festivals. More recently on Interscope and Lakeshore Records, she toured America supporting Beenie Man. Michie One co-wrote Rich Girl with Louchie Lou, which was later covered by Gwen Stefani and became a world wide smash hit last year. Their original version is regarded as a Dancehall classic. As a well respected songwriter, she collaborated with Sly & Robbie. Her songs feature on Hollywood Blockbusters: The Sweetest Thing, Basketball (south Park) and Milk Money.

Michie One has brought together her musical experience and creative talent to deliver her original debut solo album, The Power of One. Power of One - The Album Michie One has brought her love of all reggae styles from roots to ragga to this diverse and original album. Her unique vocal style combines with the latest reggae dancehall rhythms to produce exciting flavours with unforgettable melodies. Be sure to check out her latest release Bills on the Necessary Mayhem label outta the UK, bringin' the heat with the Shank I Shek riddim, in collaboration with YT, Blackout JA and Mr Williamz.


PAMA INTL - Highrise ft. Michie One (12 inch)
This killer single on the Rockers Revolt Records label outta UK, features a rootsy lovers' rendition of Eric Donaldson's Cherry Oh Baby riddim ridden by Michie One, it is off the Love Filled Dub Band album. The track was produced by John Collins (Ghost Town) and Sean Flowerdew. Click the 12'' label below for the free full version download link from the good peeps at Rockers Revolt Records. Fresha track still Iyah...

Yes Michie, make dem know!