DJ Premier talks about his original name Waxmaster C, the importance of preserving elements of original Hip-Hop, and talks about which Gangstarr album is his personal favorite. He even goes on to lightly address his relationship with Guru and his signature sound. Gotta love Primo… when pressed about how large his vinyl collection is he … Read more
Producer Nicolay (Foreign Exchange) talks about opting to use stock desktop computer speakers and a $100 shelf system rather than professional studio monitors, being self taught about audio, mixing his own tracks, and the importance of not mastering your own records. He also speaks about his tendency to replay instruments and touches on broad concepts … Read more
G-Unit power broker Sha Money XL tells the story of his start as a music producer and being introduced to 50 Cent by Jam Master Jay. After declaring 50 as the greatest mc in the history of Queens, Sha Money talks about developing Traxxpad for PSP, the qualities he looks for when working with an … Read more
Frank N Dank TV delivers footage chronicling the making of the video for "McNasty Filth" from the Champion Sound album. Not necessarily production related, but behind the scenes film of J Dilla can’t ever be denied.
More classic material as Frank N Dank talk about the highly sought after J Dilla beat tapes and the security measures used to protect them, which included hiding beats 3/4 of the way through a cassette with another album on it and disguising tracks in blank tapes. They also speak on the difficulty & responsibility … Read more
Dface and Icerocks of The Dirty Hour Radio sit down with producer Rsonist from Heatmakerz as he runs down a resume of hits, learning the MPC from his partner Thrilla, and spending most of his time watching talk shows & making beats. He also goes on to talk about his perceived lack of credit received … Read more
As you may have guessed already, Crate Kings has decided dedicate today to the memory of that late Disco D. This time Canhead throws us an older interview as he discusses the spirit of Ghettotek, starting two record labels while in college, and the decision to attend business school. Read the complete interview
Check The Credits drops an interview with Donny Goines as he speaks about meeting producer Disco D on a internet forum, working as a runner/personal assistant, the growth their friendship, and learning industry lessons.
Producer Disco D talks about his musical roots in Ghettotek, decision to branch out into more traditional urban music, goes on to speak openly about his battles with manic depression while working with Kevin Federline. The highlight of the interview was his the telling of the story behind the making of 50 Cent’s "Ski Mask … Read more
Producer Jake One talks about making his first beat from a Sly Stone record, discovery of original samples, and his first big commercial release.