Dirtsman, born Patrick Thomas in 1966, was a Jamaican dancehall deejay who made a significant impact on the genre in the early '90s. He hailed from Spanish Town, and was the younger brother of another influential dancehall figure, Papa San, who initially paved the way for Dirtsman's entry into music. Dirtsman's career was marked by a powerful and aggressive style of toasting, a vocal style of rhythmic speech over beats, and his lyrics often addressed social issues and the everyday experiences of life in Jamaica.

Tragically, Dirtsman's life and career were cut short when he was murdered at the age of 27 in December 1993. However, his music continues to resonate within the dancehall community. Among his most notable tracks was the hit "Hot This Year," which remains a dancehall anthem to this day. Posthumously, Dirtsman's work has been celebrated and revisited through remixes and collections like "Mi Gun Nah Stick (Octavate Remix)," "Badmind (Dub Instrumental)," "Hot This Year (Token Selekta Remix)," and commemorative releases such as "Remembering Dirtsman." These modern reinterpretations and tributes underscore the lasting influence of Dirtsman's characteristically energetic and distinct contributions to the dancehall genre.

Genres

Deep Ragga

Old School Dancehall

Latest Release

Mi Gun Nah Stick (Octavate Remix)

Dirtsman

Single - Released September 22, 2023