Producers
Marley Marl Classic Recipes: Recreates LL Cool J’s ‘Mama Said Knock You Out’ With Unreleased Verse (Video)
July 19, 2012
“In the first installment of Marley Marl ‘Classic Recipes,’ he shows you how he produced the beat for the 1991 Grammy award-winning chart-topping single “Mama Said Knock You Out” by LL Cool J. He discusses the collaboration and the production process of the track, as well as methods and tools that were used, including the Akai MPC60 and E-Mu SP-1200, the preferred sampler and drum machine for most hip hop producers at that time. In this video Marley Marl loads the samples into his new production weapons of choice, Ableton Live and the Akai APC40, including bits of Sly And The Family Stone’s “Trip To Your Heart” and James Brown’s “Funky Drummer”.
Throughout the video, the DJ legend gives invaluable advice and tips for young and up and coming producers, and he concludes the episode by offering a mixing technique for Ableton Live users and lovers of 808 kicks and other bass-heavy kick drums, and an alternate rock version of the song with never before heard lyrics recorded by LL in 1990.” – Dubspot
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Tags: Ableton, Juice Crew, LL Cool J, MARLEY MARL, producer Spotlight, Unreleased Verse | 
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9th Wonder – “The Wonder Year” (Preview)
June 13, 2012
I was fortunate to have attended the screening of 9th Wonder’s “Wonder Year” documentary here in Atlanta & now the North Carolina producer, DJ, & part-time emcee (9thmatic) alongside director Kenneth Price have allowed the first 8 minutes of the documentary to go up on the web for those of y’all who haven’t see the film yet. The full & complete DVD of the documentary is available now, but 9th Wonder & Kenneth Price have another on the way called “The Harvard Fellow” centered around 9th’s recent acceptance at Harvard to lecture & do research at the Ivy league University.
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Georgia Anne Muldrow Speaks on the Seeds/Children, Relationships, & Musical Growth (Video)
June 12, 2012
Georgia Anne Muldrow speaks truth on Out Da Box TV. This is the first of an insightful in-depth two-part presentation of her talk on our food, our children, our relationships, and much more. Please click, watch, digest, share, discuss… Let’s BUILD with each other! Check out part two of the interview below….
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Apollo Brown x O.C. – “The Biggest Loser”
June 1, 2012
Detroit producer Apollo Brown & Brooklyn emcee Omar Credle, better known to the world as O.C., dropped one of the best independent hip hop albums this year with “Trophies” in my opinion. I’ve been running a number of tracks from the album that’s now available on itunes through my radio show but their label Mellow Music Group just let loose this pretty dope gem called ‘The Biggest Loser’ that didn’t make the album probably due to some tricky legal issues with the Pat Benatar sample that’s used. I can’t wait to spin this joint on the Beatz & Lyrics Show as well this Saturday night….
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House Shoes – “Detroit To L.A.” (Video)
May 31, 2012
DJ & producer @Houseshoes is the ambassador for all things involving Detroit Hip Hip Hop. Currently residing in Los Angeles, Househoes spoke on all things music as he prepares for the release of his debut LP “Let It Go” in stores June 19th on TresRecords.comÂ
DOWNLOAD: HOUSE SHOES – SWEET FEAT. DANNY BROWN
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Crate Diggers: DJ Jazzy Jeff (Video)
May 30, 2012
“DJ Jazzy Jeff takes us through his vinyl collection while telling us how he first teamed up with Will Smith. Crate Diggers profiles people with extraordinary vinyl record collections, with owners displaying and telling the stories behind their collections. In this episode, DJ Jazzy Jeff shows off his record collection and tells us about going on record hunting expeditions with Kenny Dope and J Dilla and how he first ended up DJing with Will Smith.” – Fuse TV
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Crate Diggers: Pete Rock (Video)
May 30, 2012
“Crate Diggers profiles people with extraordinary vinyl record collections, with owners displaying and telling the stories behind their collections. In this episode Pete Rock, the legendary DJ and producer for rappers like Nas, Notorious B.I.G, and members of the Wu-Tang Clan, talks about his early days with cousin Heavy D, his love of funk, and a rare Marvin Gaye record.” – Fuse TV
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Crate Diggers: Da Beatminerz (Video)
May 29, 2012
“DJ Evil Dee and Mr. Walt of Brooklyn Hip-Hop production crew Da Beatminerz take us through their three floors full of vinyl records. Crate Diggers profiles people with extraordinary vinyl record collections, with owners displaying and telling the stories behind their collections. In this episode, Da Beatminerz show off the first record they ever bought, their most valuable record and talk about their days DJing at Hot 97.” – Fuse TV
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Producer Spotlight: Hit-Boy (Video)
May 15, 2012
In this episode of the “Let the Beat Build” series, the crew sat down with G.O.O.D Music’s new resident hit maker, Hit Boy. The mastermind behind Kanye West & Jay Z’s “N*ggas in Paris” got talking about his start in production, working with A$AP Rocky on “Goldie” and his debut single “Jay-Z Interview” produced by Grammy Award winning producer, Bink.
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Scram Jones – Used To Know
May 12, 2012
Dope DJ, Producer, & emcee Scram Jones is the the latest hip hop artist to give his personal take on arguably the most popular song in the world right now by Gotye. Scram Jones remixes “Somebody That I Used To Know” & spits on his own personal life when trying to work in this music industry. Money Making Jam Boys & The Root’s affiliate STS did a nice remix on this joint too a few months back called “Cut Me Off” complete with a video. Scram Jones is known for having some creative videos so I’m sure he’ll have one out for this too before I finish typing this paragraph.
DOWNLOAD: SCRAM JONES – USED TO KNOW
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Producer Spotlight: Jahlil Beats (Video)
May 12, 2012
“Jahlil Beats has produced tracks for everyone from Lil Wayne to Diddy, but it was his breakout hit, Meek Mill’s anthemic “I’m A Boss” which has catapulted him into the hip-hop spotlight. Here, the 23-year-old Chester City, Pennsylvania native (located about 20 minutes from Philadelphia) takes us through his process, talks about signing to Roc Nation and offers a glimpse into his reality.” – Life & Times
Alchemist Speaks On His Upcoming Album ‘Russian Roulette’, Future Collaborative Projects With Evidence, Roc Marciano, & More (Video)
May 12, 2012
One of my favorite hip hop producers of all-time who’s still crafting the ill bangers, Alchemist, recently spoke in an interview about his upcoming album “Russian Roulette” due June 12th as well as future projects with Evidence, Roc Marciano, Curren$y, & more.
Marvin Gaye – Ain’t That Peculiar (Oddisee Remix) [Video]
May 10, 2012
D.C. based hip hop, jazz, & R&B producer & 1/3 of the hip hop group Diamond District, Oddisee, drops this pretty dope remix video of fellow D.C. native Marvin Gaye’s classic “Ain’t That Peculiar”. The song will appear on Oddisee’s upcoming project creatively titled “Odd Renditions” EP due May 15th & not to be confused with is debut solo album “People Hear What They See” due June 12th.
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Pimp My Turntables: DJ Jazzy Jeff (Episode One) [Video]
May 6, 2012
Chances are if you’ve watched MTV at any point in time you’ve seen the “Pimp My Ride” show hosted by rapper/actor Xzibit or as participants on the show would often refer to him as….”Mr. X To The Z”. The ‘Pimp My Ride’ show would find willing participants with the most busted ass vehicles & then have a team of creative auto mechanics trick it out. Professional DJ & former Masters Of The Mix show finalist DJ Yonny hosts this new internet show that just debuted called “Pimp My Turntables” where they creatively trick out the equipment for professional DJs & turntable enthusiasts. In the very first episode they catch up with international party DJ & Philly legend DJ Jazzy Jeff as they trick out his turntables in such a way that just leaves him speechless.
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Just Blaze Speaks On Producing Electronic Music, Signing XV, & Working With Jay Electronica (Video)
May 4, 2012
Just Blaze sat down for an in-depth 4am interview that took place in a hotel lobby following one of his DJ gigs. The New Jersey super producer spoke with Hardknock TV on incorporating electro dance tracks for many of his early hip hop records, signing the artist XV, & his current situation working with Jay Electronica, & working on new music for an unnamed pop icon, Rick Ross, & Drake.
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9th Wonder Gets ‘Fresh To Death’ On Regional Sounds, The Digital Age, & New Artists Like Chuuwee (Video)
May 3, 2012
While out touring in Northern Cali, 9th Wonder spoke with the ‘Fresh To Death’ crew out in Oakland California on everything from creating regional sounds in hip hop, the often unspoken brotherhood of producers, the impact of the new digital age, & his thoughts on dope Cali emcees like Fashawn, Blu, Kendrick Lamar, & ill Sac-Town newcomer Chuuwee.
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J Dilla Changed My Life Event London 2012 (Video)
May 2, 2012
The J Dilla Foundation, spearheaded by his mother Maureen “Ma Dukes” Yancey, made the trip across the pond to London recently for a special event that raised over $17,000 for the organization & for Lupus UK. Many DJs rocked the London crowd with classic joints crafted by J Dilla through the evening & Detroit’s own Phat Kat even performed while Ma Dukes danced with the crowd as well. Shout out to Doctor’s Orders for the dope footage of the event & make sure you learn more about the J Dilla Foundation & Lupus UK…
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Backstage Pass: Black Milk – “Claps&Slaps Tour†Episode Two (Video)
April 27, 2012
“Black Milk recently finished his US “Claps&Slaps” Tour alongside J. Pinder and ADd+. Flud Watches and director Erick Lee traveled with Black Milk throughout the US to document the tour, capturing live performance footage, and more.
Enjoy episode 2 of 3 where Black Milk talks about record diggin and his process sampling records. Director Erick Lee also captured some funny moments while shopping for records with Black Milk and band at Groove Merchant in San Francisco.” – TheFludWay.com
WATCH: BACKSTAGE PASS: BLACK MILK – “CLAPS&SLAPS TOUR†EPISODE ONE (VIDEO)
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AraabMuzik Speaks On His Growing Career, Meeting The Diplomats, & His A$APMuzik Project (Video)
April 17, 2012
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Backstage Pass: Black Milk – “Claps&Slaps Tour” Episode One (Video)
April 17, 2012
“Black Milk recently finished his US “Claps&Slaps” Tour alongside J. Pinder and ADd+. Flud Watches and director Erick Lee traveled with Black Milk throughout the US to document the tour, capturing live performance footage, and more. Today, enjoy Episode 1 of 3 where you are introduced to Black Milk and his band Nat Turner, while Black Milk talks about Detroit, his musical influences, and more.
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