Anthony B, Luciano Lead Out ‘Reggae Genesis’ Riddim

Top Jamaican producer Richard Roache has released the aptly titled Reggae Genesis Riddim, under his label Digital One Records.

Released on February 25, the lineup for the 15 track project includes Chuck Fenda, Luciano, Leroy Sibbles, Courtney Melody, and Anthony B.

“When I started this project, I wanted to have a lovers rock type of vibe – something that you could bounce and groove to. So the project comprises all of that with the balance of a message,” the producer explained.

With an extensive and talented team including Riff Raff, the creator of the beat, executive producer Wesley Barnett, FireWayne of Echo One Productions, Floyd Barrett, Sydney Stewart, Kevin Hilton and many more, the project is bound to be a success.

“My hope for the riddim is for music lovers overall to be able to grasp it. For me and many others, music is meant to uplift, help with meditation, it’s overall good for the soul. This project has ingredients to cover all that. It’s one riddim project but is combined with various elements,” the producer expressed.

With an illustrious career that dates back to the 1990s, Richard Roache is a name synonymous with success; from production to artiste management, he has done it all. Starting out by working in radio then at the King Jammy studio for 5 years, his breakthrough project was the Scanner Riddim.

First released in 2002, the riddim featured a superstar lineup of Vybz Kartel, Mr. Vegas, Beenie Man, Delly Ranks and many more. Since then, he has worked his magic on several hit projects such as the Wireless Riddim, the Believe Riddim as well as Chronixx’s breakout hit Odd Rass.

A former manager for Reggae recording artist Teflon, Roache has collaborated with a slew of big names in Dancehall and Reggae such as Sizzla, Bling Dawg, Silver Cat, Tanya Stephens and Voicemail.

“I try to create music for everybody. Music is like food; even if it’s your favourite, nobody wants the same thing every day. Sometimes you want to hold a vibe and chill or the ladies want to dance so I make music that’s appropriate for different occasions,” he stated.

With the ever evolving trends and sounds in music, Roache is keeping his sound as current as possible while also fusing old school sounds, working on new projects that will be a reflection of the past and present.

“I’m working on a new project right now and dabbling in the fresh sounds that we hear in music today. Some of it is not really up to my speed but at this age I want to produce music that appeals to all age groups so that’s something to look out for,” he revealed.

The Reggae Genesis Riddim will be made available on major digital platforms online such as Apple Music, iTunes, Deezer and Spotify.