Welcome to Dancehall Talk Episode 4 — another powerful story from ZJ Liquid, one of Jamaica’s most respected DJs, producers, and radio personalities. 🎧🇯🇲
In this episode, Liquid shares the incredible experience of recording “Talk To Me” with the legendary Buju Banton, a song featured on one of Buju’s Grammy-nominated albums. The track was built on the Petty Thief Riddim, produced by ZJ Liquid himself in 2006, marking a milestone in his career as both producer and selector.
Growing up, Buju Banton was one of Liquid’s favorite artists, and hearing “Browning” for the first time on the radio inspired his early passion for dancehall and reggae. Years later, that inspiration came full circle when he got the chance to work directly with Buju in the studio, creating a timeless song that blended Buju’s lyrical power with Liquid’s production energy.
🔥 Episode Highlights:
• The story behind the creation of “Talk To Me” on the Petty Thief Riddim
• How ZJ Liquid first heard Buju Banton’s music and became a lifelong fan
• The moment Buju Banton recorded the track for the Grammy-nominated album
• Insights into 2000s dancehall production and the energy of that era
• How “Browning” inspired a young Liquid to pursue music and later collaborate with his idol
This episode is more than just a story — it’s a piece of dancehall history, told firsthand by the man behind the riddim.
🎶 About the Song:
“Talk To Me” – Buju Banton
🎛️ Produced by ZJ Liquid
🎚️ Riddim: Petty Thief Riddim (2006)
🏆 Featured on one of Buju’s Grammy-nominated albums
If you love authentic studio stories, dancehall history, and legendary artist connections, this one’s a must-watch.
💬 Comment below: What’s your favorite Buju Banton song or first memory of hearing “Browning”?
📺 Dancehall Talk Series:
• Ep 1: ZJ Liquid tells his story & first time playing Mavado on radio 🎤
• Ep 2: Inside the studio when Vybz Kartel recorded “Freaky Gyal” 🔥
• Ep 3: Hearing about Popcaan for the first time & joining the Unruly Redbull Team 🌍
• Ep 4: Recording “Talk To Me” with Buju Banton on the Petty Thief Riddim 🏆
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