SoundCloud taps rising Jamaican producer Carterr for Open Riddim Challenge; top submissions will earn official single release by Carterr
Rising Jamaican producer Carterr
Rising Jamaican producer Carterr has secured a groundbreaking partnership with SoundCloud to spearhead the platform’s inaugural Open Riddim Challenge, a global initiative celebrating Caribbean music culture through collaboration, community, and competition.
SoundCloud’s Open Riddim Challenge aims to be a launchpad for emerging talent, providing artists worldwide with a platform to showcase their skills and connect with a growing network of like-minded creatives.
As the host producer, Carterr has introduced "Scropio Riddim", a beat inspired by the bold, structured, and expressive traits of his zodiac sign. The cover art features First Communion (1896), a painting by Pablo Picasso, who, like Carterr, was a Scorpio. Picasso created the piece at just 15 years old—a testament to early artistic brilliance that resonates with Carterr’s own journey.
first widely recognized work—mirroring Carterr’s own journey, as he produced his first major beat, Speed Off by Valiant, at the same age.
The Open Riddim Challenge is open to all artists, offering a unique opportunity to showcase their talent on a global stage. SoundCloud will evaluate standout submissions based on platform engagement, musical creativity, and community support. The most exceptional entries will receive special recognition from SoundCloud and earn the chance to officially record and release a single with Carterr.
With a new generation of producers and composers shaping the future of Jamaican music, Carterr, whose given name is Carter-Daniel Wilson, has quickly emerged as a defining voice in new-era dancehall. He has collaborated with some of Jamaica’s most exciting artists, including Bayka, Najeeriii, Teejay, Skippa, and Kraff. Among his notable works is the "1Rifle Riddim", which dominated the final stretch of last year, cementing his impact on the genre.
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