The Open Doors Riddim, maiden production from the Open Doors label and studio, was released in early August.
It became available one year after audio engineer Jason "Jahson" Bromfield launched his studio in Orlando, Florida. Having worked with some of contemporary reggae's elite producers, getting off the mark with his own 'riddim' is a special feeling.
"Releasing my first riddim brought tears to my eyes, I learned through my struggles. I’m proud of myself!" said an elated Bromfield.
Some of the artists he worked with over the years as an engineer, did songs on the Open Doors. They include Everton Blender whose contribution is Going Down and Anthony B who does Born to Love.
Bromfield is a protege of Richard Bell, a talented producer whose Startrail Records gave Blender and Anthony B the breakthrough during the 1990s with songs like Lift up Your Head and Fire pon Rome, respectively.
He said Bell's penchant for detail and live recording made a lasting impact on him. That rootsy sound comes out on the Open Doors beat.
"I was searching for a very unique sound that Startrail Records carry.
I am very satisfied with the entire sound and album," said Bromfield, who created the 'riddim' with Tony Blair.
Prior to his time with Startrail, Bromfield had stints with Jack Scorpio, Junior Reid and Donovan Germain's Penthouse Records. Just over 10 years ago, he migrated to South Florida.
Blair, Luciano, Norris Man and Jahmali also have songs on the Open Doors 'riddim'.
Written By Howard Campbell