Bug Riddim [1999] (Madhouse)

Madhouse Records presents the “Bug Riddim,” released in 1999

A dark mesmerizing riddim

The “Bug Riddim,” produced by Dave “Rudeboy” Kelly for Madhouse Records,  is quite a unique riddim in its genre. It is characterised by a dark mesmerizing synth in the chorus, and a high-pitched monotonous quickly picked guitar. As described, one can imagine that this riddim will sound weird. Maybe it does. It sounds dark, and deep.

A good line-up

It was produced by Madhouse Records in 1999. It features Frisco Kid, Spragga Benz, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Lady Saw, Frankie Sly, and more (Click here to view track list).

If you have never heard it before, I recommend you check out Bounty Killer‘s scathing hit “Look”. You can click here to preview the riddim.

Other Riddims on Madhouse Records

Dave ‘Rudeboy’ Kelly, the brother of Tony ‘CD’ Kelly—founder of K-Licious—, founded Madhouse Records with his partner Janet Davidson. It is one of the most popular Dancehall music label of the 90’s.

Dave & Tony are known to have produced remarkable riddims such as the “Joyride,” “Showtime,” featuring Bounty Killer‘s epic single “Killa Nah Trace”,  “Fiesta,” featuring “Slam” by Beenie Man, and “85,” featuring Baby Cham‘s hit song “Ghetto Story”.

Note: Link updated on 03/31/2016.

Bug Riddim

• Artist(s):
  • Various Artists
• Genre: Dancehall
• Produced by:
  • Dave ‘Rude Boy’ Kelly
• Label: Mad House
• Release date: 1999

Track list

1. Bounty Killer – Look Into My Eyes
2. Spragga Benz – Sex Abuse
3. Beenie Man – Haters And Fools
4. Lady Saw – Dial Tone
5. Frisco Kid – What U Up To
6. Frankie Sly – Haters Anthem
7. Spragga Benz – Can’t Get No Gal
8. Shaggy – Read Your File
9. Dave Kelly – Bug Riddim (Version)
10. Busta Rhymes – hands where I can see (Remix)
11. Capleton – Buggering (Remix)
12. Monica – angel of mine (Remix)
13. Unknown Dj – Bug Riddim Megamix
14. Version – Millenium Bug Riddim
15. Zebra – Unfair Y2K

Preview