Professor 9th Wonder’s Hip Hop Class
That’s right… Producer 9th Wonder teaches a class entitled “Hip Hop In Context” at North Carolina Central University. Check out both him and the students talking about what takes place when class is in session.
Jermaine Dupri – Producing With Roland’s MV-8800
Jermaine Dupri talks about some of the features of the Roland MV-8800 and how it has changed his production style. Again… this has sparked a major bout of gear lust within me and I’m mentally preparing myself for the day that I part with my MPC 2000XL.
In The Studio With Dr. Dre and NWA
It’s always amazing to watch clips of Dr. Dre in action, especially the early stuff. Take a look and learn from one of the masters. Props to Crate Kings forum member Void.
Future Music Magazine – Pete Rock’s Akai MPC 2000XL
Pete Rock shows the exactly how a sample should be chopped and manipulated. Watch and learn. Big shout to Void from the Crate Kings forums.
Kanye West – ASR 10 & MPC 2000XL – The Making of Through The Wire
Here’s an interesting video of Kanye rocking both the MPC 2000 and ASR-10. Pay attention to how both pieces of equipment are used together.
DJ Muggs – Soul Assassins Studio Interview by SkeeTV
DJ Muggs offers some words of wisdom for aspring dj’s and producers.
Nick Tha 1 Da Shows Us Some SP Love
The DC-MD VA is known for Go-Go, Baltimore House, and mega-producers: Teddy Riley, Timbaland, and The Neptunes. There’s also a lot of great newcomers in the area such as Kev Brown, Grap Luva & Oddisee. Another shining star is Nick Tha 1 DA; dude has a sick record collection and some ill beats as well. … Read more
Roland MV-8800 Production Lesson by Ski Beatz
Check out maestro Ski Beatz as he gives a quick lesson on the Roland MV-8800. I hope that Ski is satisfied with himself since he made the features of the MV-8800 look so appetizing that I’ve developed a very serious case of gear lust and am thinking of dropping my MPC 2000 XL!
The Ultimate Record Digging Spot!
I’m on a quest to find this place. It like raiders of the lost record Ark or something!
Alchemist ASR-10 Interview
The Alchemist talks about how and why he started using the ASR-10. He also speaks on how he started producing and got hooked up with Mobb Deep.