After making his debut as a producer last year with the Syn Citi ‘riddim’, Alton Smith returns with the Nation, a beat featuring songs by several upcoming artists. It is scheduled for release on August 30.
Smith said he took a meticulous approach before releasing a follow-up project. The Nation has songs such as “Truth” by Bibidon and “Paranoia” by Vycedon.
He was encouraged by the latter’s father to work with both deejays.
“He reached out to me about his son as a young talent and his best friend Bibidon. I listened to their work and was immediately drawn to their talent,” Smith disclosed.
The South Florida-based producer sent both artists the Nation and they quickly added their songs to the ‘riddim’. A third single, “Lee Chin”, by Donjay, is also part of the project.
Bibidon and Vycedon are from St. Mary, a hilly parish in eastern Jamaica that has produced numerous dancehall and reggae stars. They include Beres Hammond, Nicodemus, Josey Wales, Ninjaman, Capleton, Admiral Tibet and Lady Saw.
Smith is from Clarendon, another rural parish rich in musical talent, having produced Toots Hibbert, Freddie McGregor and Barrington Levy. He officially launched his production career in 2021 with the Syn Citi which was driven by songs from Turbulence, Horro General and Strykk.
Written By Howard Campbell