Oakland plays host to Red Bull Big Tune and a number of heavy hitting producers including Marc Garvey, Hitmaker, Beat Roc, and more.
Every Wednesday night during January, February, and March, the Miltown Beat Down plays host to producers looking to battle it out on stage. Their series of beat making Olympics features producers working their way through the course of 3 unique events focusing on different aspects of production.
See Miltown Beat Down for more info.
Event flyer after the jump!
Five UK producers and beatmakers gather together to show their skills and do their best to improve upon a sample of Paul McCartney’s "Wonderful Christmastime." In the tradition of Beat Society, producers play beats straight from the equipment from which they were made. Visit Louis Den Beat Cypher for more info about entering or attending … Read more
Production Duo Best Kept Secret takes us inside their D.C. basement production facility. They cover inspiration, the creation of a track, and their views on the current state of production.
Their story, while inspiring, does have some rather disturbing elements with one member stating, "I make music because for one I have a passion for it and for two… I’m broke. I need to get my family in a better position." He also goes on to add, "The music business is definitely not the same anymore, but I still think that there is plenty of money left there for me to come get."
The Alchemist runs through a medley of bangers at the NYC Red Bull Big Tune Finals… nothing but head nodding!
Congrats to producer C-Sick on winning the event!
Part 2 after the jump!
On Wednesday, December 17th Beat Grinder pays homage to Gil Scott Heron on its 6 year anniversary. Ten producers will battle it out for the DC Beat Grinder crown… producer goes home as king. Hosted by: Grap Luva Dj’s: Damu the Fudgemunk and Underdog the DJ Performing: HEART (DC’S MOST SLEPT ON FEMALE EMCEE) REEKHAVIC … Read more
As we wait on video from last night’s 2008 Red Bull Big Tune National Finals, here’s a little treat for knowledgeable West Coast production fans. Production kingpin and true talk-box technician BattleCat provides us with a showcase of his notable work. Note: Yes, the audio is not great, but still worth viewing.
It all goes down on Wednesday, December 3rd in NYC where a total of 16 producers and beat makers will take the stage to determine who will be crowned Red Bull Big Tune Beat Battle National Champion. I can’t wait to see the resulting footage and hear some of the treats that were laid down. … Read more
Session A presents their 3rd annual beat battle featuring Kev Brown, LMNO, and The Uhh…! The event also features open mics, open tables, and open floors for anyone willing to make the trek and showcase their skills. Hosted by: Tony B and resident DJ’s Analog & J.DA December 4th, 2008 @ 6:30 PM Free Event … Read more
A paper cup toast sets the tone at Nightclub 9:30 as it plays host to the 2008 Washington D.C. Red Bull Big Tune Beat Battle. A quick look at the footage reveals a lot of talent bubbling under the surface of the D.C. production scene with Mark Henry, Algorythm, K-Murdock, Young Slim, Best Kept Secret, … Read more