I can nearly remember the place where in 1996 I’ve heard of Ninja Tune for the first time. The Ninja Cuts : Flexistentialism compilation was just released and I discovered artists like Funki Porcini, the Herbaliser and Up, Bustle & Out. It was nearly 20 years ago and many things have changed since but looks like obstinacy and creativity of one of the main actor of this amazing label’s beginning remain intact…

Indeed, Dj Vadim is tirelessly exploring all facets of Hip-Hop, Reggae and Dancehall since that time in his big discography composed of 10 studio albums (last one, Dubcatcher, has been released yesterday, grab it !) and countless EP, remixes and compilation, building bridges between these musical worlds while making crowds dance around the world. An heavyweight…

That’s why it’s such a real big pleasure for me today to host someone like Daddy Vad, specially for sharing a one hour long Reggae fine selection he’s describing himself like a “mix to get your summer started right. Perfect accompaniment to the BBQ”…

So guys, turn sausages over, open a beer… and enjoy the vibe !!



Playlist

Big Youth – Screaming Target

Dennis Brown – Money in my Pocket

Alton Ellis – And I Love Her

Byron Lee & the Dragonaires – Lively Up Yourself

Max Romeo – Tacko

Reggae George – Down in the Ghetto

Lloyd Parks – Ordinary Man

Alton Ellis – I Don’t Want to be Right

Alborosie – Police

Johnny Clarke – Rude Boy

Luciano – Use Jah Words

Sly & Robbie – Night Doctor

Al Wayne & Roddy Moodie – Money Money / Dunny Dunny

Leroy Smart – Ballistic Affairs

Bunny Lie Lie – Dear God

Tanya Stephens – It’s a Pity

Dreadsquad & YT – Issues

Skrillex & Damian Marley – Make it Bun Dem (Dreadsquad remix)

East Park Reggae Collective – Love Radar

Eek-A-Mouse – Wa-Do-Dem

Lorna Bennet – Breakfast in Bed

Macka B – Mind Who U Spar With

Ras Demo – Make You Rock

Nakisho Linda – Make Me Believe

Barrington Levy – Under Mi Sensi

Matthew McAnuff – Be Careful (Dj Vadim remix)

Dj Vadim – If Life Was a Thing (feat. Demolition Man)