Reggae riddim producer Andre “Sukku” Grey (a member of Ward 21) recently composed and recorded Dem Gal Sittin riddim. Grey says the riddim “just had this all female vibe. You rarely have a dancehall rhythm which is dominated by females.” But that’s exactly what Grey got - a riddim with only female artists on board! So far, Lady Saw, Lady G, D’Angel, Tifa, Natalie Storm, Timberlee and Stacious have all recorded vocals on Dem Gal Sittin, but not a single male has. This may even be a first for dancehall music!
Big Up The Dancehall Queen Massive!!!
Grey also told news sources that the feedback thus far has been positive and a medley video is in the works for a November release date. Timberlee’s version is pretty good, but I heard that D’Angel’s version was lifeless and unexciting. So, if you have a choice, skip that one. I am super excited to hear the 2 Lady’s versions though! I LOVE Lady Saw and Lady G both, can’t wait to hear what they did here. I’m also just glad to see Lady G’s name popping up again. (Lady G is also featured on I-Wayne’s forthcoming album Book of Life.) Now, can we get Dawn Penn on Dem Gal Sittin riddim to make this truly magical?
I wasn’t able to find videos (of reasonable quality) for any of these women (see how rare dis new ting?), except of course, Lady Saw and her smooth talkin:
Lady Saw - “I’ve Got Your Man”:
Dancehall Diva Links
Dem Gal Sittin in Jamaica Observer
Lady Saw music
Timberlee music - you can listen to her song “Bubble Like Soup” on Dem Gal Sittin riddim
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