The Chop Shop: A Music Production Podcast

**SEASON 2 IS ON THE WAY. IN THE MEANWHILE, LISTEN TO THIS GEM FROM LAST SEASON**Buy "Give 'Em The Biz" Mr. Lee's Website - Since the early 90s, Lee has not only helped create the trademark sound of the South, but he has also laced beats for an impressive multitude of artists including the revered Tupac Shakur, Scarface, UGK and Jay Z.One of the first producers to switch over to the digital medium, he ditched his ASR-10 in favor of an MPC. Mr. Lee is a Grammy-nominated record producer from Houston, Texas. He is known for his hard-hitting beats and catchy hooks, and has produced for some of the biggest names in hip hop, including Nipsey Hussle, Bun B, Slim Thug, Tupac, Drake, Pimp C, Paul Wall, Lil Keke, Megan Thee Stallion, Big Pokey, Devin The Dude and Juicy J. His songs have been critical and commercial successes, and he is sure to continue to produce hit songs for years to come.

Happy Thanksgiving, Everybody. We wanted to give thanks to all of our listeners this year and share this rare unreleased song by Matt Fingaz "Talking To You", featuring the Late Prodigy of Mobb Deep & Kool G. Rap.   Yes, this is a never heard, unreleased verse from both Prodigy & Kool G. Rap!!  Shoutout to Nottz Raw on the production as well.      

Matthew Schilt p/k/a Matt Fingaz has a long history in the hip-hop game. He was one of the pioneers of New York's late 90s underground indie rap boom with his label Guesswhyld Productions. He's credited with being 1 of the first people to work with Just Blaze, being a key factor in the start of his career. He did the same for Hi-Tek, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, 88-Keys, Sha Money XL and countless others. Matt was one of the producers of the 1st Hip Hop Show at Lincoln Center,NYC(The Roots, Talib Kweli, Large Professor & Jay-Z).  Throughout the years, Matt has been and still is a go to person for coordinating recording artists, music producers and various other resources in all genres of entertainment. His resume includes such notables as Kanye West (1st major label featured performance for Sony/BMG), Snoop Dogg, Swizz Beatz, T.I., Rakim, Fat Joe, Nelly, Kehinde Wiley, French Montana, Big Boi of Outkast, Ty Dolla $, The Game, Nas, Questlove, Sean Paul, R City, Austin Mahone, Cyhi The Prynce, Sean Kingston, Jason Derulo, Marsha Ambrosius, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Busta Rhymes, Trina, G-Unit, Raekwon, ODB, Xzibit, Mobb Deep and many more.  Producers worked with: Kanye West, Just Blaze, Boi-1da, Organized Noize, DJ Marley Marl, JR Rotem, Scott Storch, DJ Khalil, Salaam Remi, Rockwilder, Erick Sermon, Havoc, Midi Mafia, The Fliptones, Terrace Martin, Focus, The Nasty Beatmakers, Seige Monstracity, Sndtrak, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jake One, 88-Keys, Bink!, Cool + Dre  and many more. Recently, he has created his own multi-tiered company, B.O.C. (Business Of Coordination), which specializes in talent coordination, content development, project consultation, artist booking and many other services in the field of entertainment. 

After a month long hiatus, we are back this week with 2 super producers! Ovalord & Kel C, the hosts of Ovalord Radio stopped in to chop it up with us.    We spoke about all things beats, the business side of music, their show "Ovalord Radio" on Instagram, along with focusing on how to monetize drum packs and navigate contracts within the industry.   Follow Ovalord Radio on Instagram Here Follow Kel C. on Instagram Here Follow Ovalord on Instagram Here Buy Kel C. Sloppy Loops Here  

A Los Angeles native who later operated out of New Jersey, he made inroads through work with Kendrick Lamar, Ty Dolla $ign, and Mac Miller. Around the turn of the 2010s, he began to issue a prolific quantity of his own material. His higher profile releases, and numerous download-only projects.    Visit Iman's Bandcamp Here Follow Imani Omari on Instsgram    

Dibia$e is a producer, beat maker and instrumentalist currently based in Sacramento, California. A prominent figure in LA's lauded beat scene, the Watts native is known for his distinctive, gritty lofi sound and his affinity for Roland's SP-303 and SP-404 samplers. His sample-driven sound takes elements of jazz, soul, broken beat, footwork and even 8-bit video game music, dissects and rebuilds them in his signature, gritty style that favors the imperfect over the polished. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Running it back this weekend for Labor Day!In this episode, we sit down with the legendary producer Jake One, a mastermind behind some of the most iconic productions in hip-hop. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades, Jake One has crafted hits for heavyweights like Drake, Rick Ross, 50 Cent, De La Soul and Jay-Z. Known for his soulful, sample-heavy style, Jake has carved out a unique niche in the music industry, blending underground grit with mainstream appeal.Join us as Jake delves into his journey from start to finish, working with top-tier artists and labels. He shares insights into his creative process, the evolution of hip-hop production, and the stories behind some of his biggest records. BUY JAKE'S SNARE JORDAN KITS HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gino is a freelance journalist and the creator of Micro-Chop, a publication that dissects beatmaking, DJing, rapping, sampling, and music production in general.Subscribe to Microchop HereFollow Microchop on XFollow Gino's "Less than 1000 Spins" playlist on Spotify! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Uncle Shoes is back, with all the smoke.

Send us a Text Message. "Everything I make, I try to make it my favorite album of all time."Simplicity is genius. Great artists can make the ostensibly impossible seem effortless. It's in this rarefied air where you'll find Detroit's Apollo Brown, constantly conjuring fresh innovations out of a tried-and-true formula. For the last decade, the Mello Music Group artist has singularly re-defined and expanded the foundation of what boom bap production can sound like in the 21st Century.Just consider the revered legends that have collaborated on full-length albums with him: Rass Kass (“Blasphemy”), Guilty Simpson (“Dice Game,”) Skyzoo (“Easy Truth Sessions”), Big Pooh (“Words Paint Pictures”) and O.C. (“Trophies.”) No less than DJ Premier declared the latter “hip-hop for the people,” naming “Trophies” the best album of 2012.This is the tradition that Apollo Brown triumphantly upholds: the head-nodding, screwface-inducing, soul-replenishing lineage of Primo and Pete Rock, J Dilla and Large Professor, Mobb Deep and DJ Muggs. He makes music for old and young heads—bone bruising beats that summon visceral images of back alley brawls in '81, pool hall melees, and metropolitan griminess. An East Coast sound with a midwestern mentality, channelling the marrow-freezing chill of the wind fleeing Lake Michigan.Everyone from Danny Brown to Chance The Rapper, Freddie Gibbs to Masta Ace, Black Milk to Oddisee have spit bars over his beats. Don't sleep on his projects with The Left, Ugly Heroes, and Hassaan Mackey, or his several acclaimed instrumental albums. Amounted together, it gives Apollo Brown a body of work that lives up to the legacy of the older gods. The explanation why is pretty simple. If you still have any doubts, all you need to do is press play.Buy Apollo Brown's Music HereFollow Apollo Brown on IG HereSupport the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Send us a Text Message.Brainorchestra, born Andrew Melo, is one of Elizabeth's best kept secrets, but with his onslaught of quality hip hop projects and masterful approach, he will soon be a household name. He's a native of the place affectionately known as E-Town, and has been cooking up his own brand of unfuckwithable hip hop for years.Whether it's a concept album or a casually collated beat pack, each Brainorchestra instrumental presentation is his way of telling stories without words. His oeuvre shifts between nostalgic Golden Era homages, piano-heavy ruminations, and sepia-toned soul loops, veering towards ambient electronica whenever he's in his lovetones bag. It's this aural variety that's earned him co-signs from one of his chief inspirations, The Alchemist, as well as beloved figures like Evidence, Pink Siifu, and Lord Apex – with the latter two confirmed to be featured guests on a future Brainorchestra album.Visit Brainorchestra's website Here to buy his latest releases & sign up for the Patreon.Support the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Send us a Text Message.Seth M Bradford Aka "Seth Marcel" is known as a producer, DJ, and MC from Central New York. Widely regarded as one of the staples of Central New York hip hop, Marcel began his career in the late '80s as a DJ before finding and sewing his seeds as a producer and subsequently an MC through the '90s and early 2000s. His influence has spanded the greater part of 30 years and has influenced various artists from the Central New York area ranging from Gr8Gawd, Gym Class Heroes, StoveGod Cooks, Ivan the Great, and Andy Mineo to name a few.With a production style that was influenced by the likes of Marley Marl, Ced G, Prince Paul and the Bomb Squad , Marcel the producer creates hard drum based landscapes with orchestrated sonics reminiscent of '90s boom bat fight music. Mostly acclaimed for his MC prowess though, he rhymes with thoughtful, insightful lyrics attached to rapid fire, multi-syllabic flows that often paint visual portraits for listeners. Certainly considered an OG in Central New York having released a total of 9 studio albums since 2006 and appearing on countless guest features with upstate New York artists, Seth continues to pursue his passionate love of creating music and writing songs to this day.Support the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Send us a Text Message.So Cal beat head and Exile's protégé, Sirplus, has been winning beat battle for years all over LA and beyond.  From the famed Beat Cinema showcases,  touring with Blu & Exile worldwide, to releasing the critically acclaimed EP with Blu. His debut 45 in support of this new album (SQUARES) went viral on IG and Tik Tok, for his Moesha beat flip, but now it's time to hear the full spectrum of what Sirplus has to offer, in this full instrumental album entitled Squares. This vinyl is special, as it has a vinyl only bonus track featuring none other than Blu. With executive production & scratches by Exile, this album proves to be a classic in the realm of instrumental hip-hop, and beyond. BUY THE ALBUM "FOR SALE" HERESupport the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Send us a Text Message.Born and raised in the Netherlands, classically trained multi-instrumentalist and producer Nicolay played in a number of hip-hop and R&B bands around his homeland, but it wasn't until 2000 that he decided to start producing his own beats. In 2002 Little Brother MC Phonte Coleman stumbled across one of them on Okayplayer's message board and asked if he could put his rhymes over it, and soon a friendship and a musical relationship were born. This transatlantic collaboration, which they called The Foreign Exchange, led to an album, Connected, in 2004, after which Nicolay continued producing tracks for Little Brother and Cesar Comanche, releasing City Lights Vol. 1.5 first only online and then through BBE Records in 2005. The Dutch Masters, Vol. 1, which featured Nicolay DJing, came out that same year, followed by Here in 2006. In 2008 the producer teamed up with Houston rapper Kay (whom he had also met through message boards and had put on a track on Here) and issued the album Time:Line. The second Foreign Exchange album, Leave It All Behind, came later in the year on the Foreign Exchange label.Follow Nicolay HereSupport the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Send us a Text Message."Music is just like you have a period of time and you get to decorate it however you want."Catman (Cat Tremblay) is a Boston-based producer/keyboardist. He specializes in beat-driven music featuring warmsynthesizers, dense jazzy chords, and heavy drums. He began the Catman project to branch out from acoustic jazz, and his electronic sound features aspects of lofi, instrumental hip hop, psychedelia, R&B, jazz fusion, dream pop, and synthwave.  BUY CATMAN'S LATEST PROJECT HERESupport the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Send us a Text Message.Straight out of New Rochelle, Scram Jones is a producer, DJ and rapper from New Rochelle, New York. He has produced music for Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Styles P, Tragedy Khadafi, Jadakiss, Saigon, Dipset, T.I.,  and Troy Ave. He has been featured in The Source magazine's "Unsigned Hype" column.FOLLOW SCRAM JONES ON INSTAGRAM HEREFOLLOW THE CHOP SHOP ON INSTAGRAM HERESupport the Show.WEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Guess Who's Back..

Happy 1 Year Anniversary to us.  We are running it back this week with our first ever episode with the great Shawn J. Period. Follow us on Instagram Here Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Michigan's Karat Gold Classic Kid. Producer. Artist. DJ. National Beat Battle Champion Self-Proclaimed Chop Artist - one who specializes in the true art of sampling and sonically "chopping" records to create unique beats and cool sound collages.1/7th of the mighty Athletic Mic League. Member of Jaded Incorporated and RSXGLD.BUY 14KT'S MUSIC HERE Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Dj Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies has been DJing for well over 20 years. A Dj champion, member of The Visionaries, Crown Royale, Dirty Disco Squares & the Cypress Junkies, Rhett has been producing for just about the same period of time, creating backdrops for artists from Aloe Blacc to Ras Kass on well over 50 releases.- Visit The Beat Junkies Website Here- Enroll in The Beat Junkies Institute of Sound Here-  Buy Rhett Got Beats HereThis week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

VISIT STREET CORNER MUSIC - https://streetcornerscm.com/Uncle Shoes Knows..“House Shoes, AKA Michael Buchanan, isn't concerned with popularity. Unfailingly outspoken, the Detroit-born DJ and producer condemns and exalts music with equal vigor. If he hates your record, expect soul-atomizing honesty. If he loves it, he'll play it endlessly.”“House Shoes spun Dilla beats ad infinitum at famed Detroit venues like St. Andrews Hall, and  also championed rappers like Danny Brown, Guilty Simpson, Roc Marciano, and Quelle Chris, far before they were known to the general public.Since moving to Los Angeles in 2006, he's become a fixture in the city's perennially vibrant music scene, releasing his own music (2012's Let it Go, 2019's Big Shoes w/Big Tone), DJing in over 40 countries and hosting a sometimes-weekly radio show, Magic.Since 2013, he's released over 70 projects from upcoming producers and artists to multi-platinum producers through his record label, Street Corner Music.With an ear for beats that deconstruct rote boom-bap templates and defy the limits of sample-based sounds, he's shaping the future of the music he's devoted his life to promoting and protecting.”This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

As a child of military parents, Stro Elliot traveled the world marinating in a record collection that spanned from jazz greats like Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock, to funk/soul luminaries like Stevie Wonder, Funkadelic, and Prince.Studying trumpet, piano, drums and guitar in his teens, Stro became a skilled multi-instrumentalist, even as he began to explore the world of hip hop, drawn to the likes of A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, The Pharcyde, and Ice Cube.In recent years, Stro has become a go-to musical collaborator both in the studio and on stage for Grammy-winning artists including The Roots, DJ Jazzy Jeff and more, and is one of the founding members of The Playlist Retreat, a next-generation musical collective of award-winning producers, DJs and artists.   Now, as a member of The Roots, Stro continues his music journey with one of the most Iconic bands ever. This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™Visit Stro Elliot's Bandcamp Here Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Visit Curtissking.com and support the DIYER movement.Buy  Curtiss King's Music on BandcampExtended Warranty is out NOW. Buy the physical copy hereCurtiss King is a prolific rapper, music producer, and a guiding light for independent artists worldwide. With a career that spans over a 20 years, King has not only left his mark but continues to redefine what success looks like in an ever-evolving industry. From producing tracks for heavy-hitters like Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, E-40, and MURS to having his music featured on major platforms such as MTV, VH1, and VANS, King's versatility and skill are undeniable. His beats and rhymes resonate, telling stories that traverse the human experience, capturing hearts and minds across the globe. However, Curtiss King's influence extends beyond the recording studio. His book, "The Prosperous Hip Hop Producer," stands as a beacon for up-and-coming artists and producers. It's a treasure trove of wisdom, charting his journey from crafting beats on a video game console at his grandma's patio to topping the iTunes Hip Hop charts with his vibrant and soulful sound. King's prowess in the independent music scene isn't just showcased in charts and accolades; it's evident in the community he's built. Through his YouTube channel and the DIYERS community, he mentors thousands, sharing not just his knowledge of the industry, but also his passion for authenticity and ownership in music and life. Curtiss King stands as an unwavering beacon of inspiration, resilience, and independence in an industry that's constantly in flux. His legacy is not just in the music he creates, but in the community he uplifts and the artists he inspires to forge their own path.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™ Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

By far one of the funniest episodes yet.Lock in with our special guest co-hosts Divine Drummah & Mentplus on this week's episode as we discuss a week in music, including the legacy of J-Dilla, The Grammys, and of course we sprinkled in some Rewhips from Divine Drummah, and some heat from Mentplus. This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™ Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

DMV rapper and record producer Oddisee realized early on that purpose and success are self-designated. Born Amir Elkhalifa in Washington D.C. to a Sudanese father and African American mother, and raised in Prince George's County, Maryland, he bore witness to stark inequity early in life and became as political as the city he was raised in. Elkhalifa tackles the human condition with unwavering conviction and candor, merging elements of jazz, funk, and go-go into his hip-hop rooted production. Instead of pursuing record deals and executives, Elkhalifa has taken the less-traveled path. Streamlining elements of the industry early on, from single-handedly recording, producing, and mixing his music to steering his marketing strategy and tour runs. A string of contemporary releases—Rock Creek Park (2011), The Beauty in All (2013), The Good Fight (2015), Alwasta (2016), and The Iceberg (2017)—headlining performances and tours with his 5-piece band, Good Compny, and streams in the multi-millions have propelled him to international recognition and acclaim.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

The production team known as Da Beatminerz came together in the late '90s to rejuvenate hip-hop with their purist aesthetics, which looked back to the genre's pioneering New York-based producers rather than the contemporary synthesizer-based sounds that were suddenly becoming the norm. Led by brothers DJ Evil Dee and Mr. Walt, they honed their beat-making skills individually before joining forces and crafting the collective's trademark "boom bap" sound: an emphasis on the bottom end, the bass lines, the hard kicks, and the snares. The collective's breakthrough came on their debut album for the prestigious Rawkus label in 2001, Brace 4 Impak, making them one of the few production-based acts in hip-hop to release an album under their own name.Fast Forwarding to 2024, they have a new album on the horizon, with a bunch of legendary MCs slated to join them...This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™KAMAU is a Sao Paulo-based Brazilian Hip Hop musician who is well-known in the Contemporary Hip Hop world. His distinctive sound combines classic Hip Hop components with cutting-edge experimental sounds to produce music that is both original and thought-provoking.His words are strong, and he is able to express complicated emotions through his music, which define his style. KAMAU is renowned for his ability to express the hardships and victories of the human experience in his music, which frequently examines issues of identity, race, and social justice.KAMAU has rapidly emerged as one of the most intriguing and significant performers in the Brazilian music landscape thanks to his avant-garde approach to Hip Hop. He has amassed a devoted following of fans who love his distinctive style and dedication to making music that is both meaningful and impacting thanks to the positive reviews his music has received from critics. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Bronx-born producer Buckwild was, and continues to be, instrumental in this ever-growing movement. For the past few years, hip-hop producer, Buckwild, has contributed a countless amount of classics to a game that's a mere 20 years into its prime. Alumni of the D.T.I.C.(Diggin' in the Crates) school of beat making, Buckwild-a former DJ-first earned a respectable reputation as one of New York City's most bought mix-tape DJ's in the early 90's. Under the guidance of his neighbors/mentors and fellow established artist Lord Finesse of Diamond D, Buckwild made the jump from DJ to producer with 1993's "Shit Is Real" featuring both Diamond, Finesse along with Sadat X of Brand Nubian. The song would be the first of many underground classics constructed at the hands of Buckwild.  A year later, Buckwild provided the unforgettable backdrop for O.C. for what became the classic, "Times Up". Soon thereafter, Buck found himself remixing tracks for underground mainstays, such as Funk Doobiest, ("Rock On"), The Alcoholiks ("Damn") and Artifacts ("C'mon Wit Da Get Down" w/ Busta Rhymes) to name a few. By 1995 it was clear as day; artist requested a "Buckwild Remix" on their single releases. Buckwild's remix clout soon blossomed into album cut request. For the next few years, Buckwild conjured up a slew of classic backgrounds for underground delegates such as Mic Geronimo, Organized Konfusion, O.C. as well as Capone-N-Noreaga just to name a few. An advance in Buckwild's already promising career took place in1996 when he provided the late, great Notorious B.I.G. with the mellow exotic-backdrop for "Story To Tell", off the multi-platinum release, Life After Death. The song became one of the greatest rap-tales in hip-hop history. Soon thereafter Buckwild accommodated memorable backgrounds for legends like Jay-Z, Kool G. Rap and the late Big Pun, respectively. Just when the world thought they'd heard the Bronx vet at his peek, Buckwild supplied Bad Boy Artist Black Rob, with the precise background for an idea Black Rob had named "Whoa". Sure enough, the aptly titled, "Whoa", became the biggest record of 2000 and helped push a mildly anticipated album towards platinum status. That same year, Buckwild was named one of The Source Magazine's Producers of the Year. Having supplied Bad Boy with some of its most memorable hits, Buckwild was given a position among P.Diddy's prestigious Hit Men; a group of producers who supply P.Diddy with his chart topping sound. At the dawn of the new millennium, Buck continues to push towards the next level heights by working with an array of artists. Not one to forget his roots, Buckwild continues to provide the established and the non-established with outstanding backdrops that provide a particular feel for each respected artist; thus continuing to push this hip-hop-movement toward the new century.  Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Happy New Year, people.  This episode is a THANK YOU to all our listeners and guests who have came on the show and supported us throughout our first year.  All the records you hear in this medley are from producers who have been guests on The Chop Shop.  Sit back, relax, smoke something, and enjoy.  - React & EddieThis week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

JR Swiftz - https://www.instagram.com/jrswiftzofficial/JR Swiftz is a hip hop producer born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.  His journey into beat making began shortly after relocating to Virginia at the age of ten. There he would watch his father Jayswiftz who is also a producer, interact with many well known artists such as Busta Rhymes, Kool G Rap, AZ and Papoose just to name a few. JR's love for the craft grew deep as he watched his father make music but he also had outside influences such as Nottz, Black Milk, AraabMuzik, Hi-Tek and J-Dilla. He would first make his beats on Fruity Loops, then Ableton and now the MPC Live. He took his experience and inspirations to develop his own style and at age 29, he's created tracks for artists such as Conway the Machine, Westside Gunn, Flee Lord, Skyzoo, Elzhi, Armani Caesar and Rome Streetz. He also produced the entire album 'Seven Times Down Eight Times Up' for Elzhi that's garnering a lot of praises in the hip hop community. JR Swiftz now resides in Charlotte, NC and is working with many upcoming artists such as B-Dot and Ke Turner.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™Support the show Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

https://www.khrysis.com/discography-2-columns/When it comes to pure Hip Hop production with ranges in soundscape from gritty to jazzy, and harmonic, with intricate melodies and diverse drum beats, there aren't many more renowned in the underworld than beatsmith, Khrysis.  The Durham, NC producer is signed to Grammy Award winning super producer, 9th Wonder's, Jamla Records imprint and is one of seven producers on the labels production team, The Soul Council.In addition to producing Justus League artist, he also produced for artist such as Sean Price, Masta Ace, Smif-n-Wessun, Buckshot, KRS-One,Evidence, Jean Grae and more, and released two solo mixtapes in a series titledKhrysis On The Boards With The Heat; which would become his slogan as a result of of his standout production.  In 2007, he was chosen by Nike to create the soundtrack to the documentary LACED, celebrating 30 years of Nike's association with Basketball.Most recently, outside of Jamla, he has contributed his production genius toTalib Kweli's Gutter Rainbows (2011) and Gravitas (2013), Phonte's solo albumCharity Starts At Home (2011),  and provided the entire soundscape for Chicago emcee Verbal Kent's (Ugly Heros) solo project Sound of the Weapon(2014). He is currently working on side projects with west coast emcee/producerOh No and Heiro's Del the Funkee Homosaipan. He also has worked withKendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, De La Soul, Redman, Problem, and Bad Lucc, while growing as an engineer mixing and mastering for Jamla, and most recently Virginia based rapper Mad Skillz. When it comes to pure talent and skill, it's not a hard bet that Khrysis is on the path to be one of the best beat makers of our time, he's already known to many in the underground as such. Legend and super producer 9th Wonder won't even hesitate his praise saying, “He is a way better beat maker than I am!”This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Enjoy this exclusive unreleased record by Mr. Lee feat Slim Thug, Hi Jackson, and Fred Hammond.Special shoutout to Mr. Lee for allowing us to debut this song off his upcoming Album "Glory". Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Buy "Give 'Em The Biz" - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/give-em-the-biz-leroy-williams/1142974613Mr. Lee's Website - https://mrleeonthetrack.com/Since the early 90s, Lee has not only helped create the trademark sound of the South, but he has also laced beats for an impressive multitude of artists including the revered Tupac Shakur, Scarface, UGK and Jay Z.One of the first producers to switch over to the digital medium, he ditched his ASR-10 in favor of an MPC drum machine and Korg and Roland keyboards to create Bun B, Pimp C, Jeezy, Z-Ro and Jay Z's menacing “Get Throwed.” On MySpace, he corresponded with then up-and-comer Iggy Azalea and helped her sharpen her rap skills when she moved to Houston.Over the past two decades, his soulful and synth heavy sound has not only been emulated, but has allowed him to rack up 9 platinum albums, 6 gold albums and singles on the radio for 13 consecutive years. He has had the opportunity to work with an array of artists including Paul Wall, Slim Thug, Mary J. Blige, Nipsey Hussle and Dwele. Now currently working with LL Cool J, he hopes his new XMG label will not only help break on-the-rise stars but serve as a hub for new artists to be heard in the future.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Tap in and listen to this exclusive unreleased record "Flip That Shit" Featuring Jesse West(3rd Eye), The Notorious BIG, Onyx, and Naughty By Nature!Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This is our longest episode to date, and long overdue.  Take a trip down the Hiphop History Highway with the Legendary Jesse West as he speaks on his works with The Notorious B.I.G, KRS One, Xzibit, and others.    Jesse West, a.k.a. 3rd Eye is a producer/rapper. Jesse grew up in the Bronx River Projects, where the Master/Teacher DJ Afrika Bambaataa founded the Universal Zulu Nation.  Born Jesse Williams III, he was one of the first rappers signed to Motown Records and, in 1989, released the album "No Prisoners". He then went on to produce hit songs with many artists including GZA, Xzibit, Heavy D and KRS-One among others. One of Bad Boy Records' original "Hitmen", West recorded Biggie Smalls first demo as well as produced remixes for songs on Mary J. Blige's album, What's the 411?As rapper 3rd Eye, it has been argued that Jesse West was the first rapper to use the term "bling"  on Super Cat's 1993 hit "Dolly My Baby (Remix)" - a song that West produced and also featured Puff Daddy and a young Biggie Smalls in his recording debut.Jesse West continues to create tracks and produce music for artists.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

DJ Spinna is an anomaly. As a world-renowned DJ, producer, remixer, label head, promoter, curator, and influencer-- Spinna has crafted his artistic vision since the 1990s. His musical spectrum spans all flavors-- from Hip-Hop [as founding member of The Jigmastas], to Soul and R&B [authoring remixes for Stevie Wonder and Mary J. Blige] to Jazz and Funk [reviving productions from Roy Ayers, Donald Byrd, Betty Carter, Al Jarreau, Eddie Kendricks] to Electronic/Dance and Soulful House [transforming Shaun Escoffery's “Days Like This” into a worldwide dance floor anthem]. His prolific studio work led to his 2002 cult-classic LP, Here To There, released on the iconic BBE label.Every week on Apple Music Hits, DJ Spinna's “Here To There Radio” features two hours of themed selections that showcase his versatile expertise and massive vinyl collection. On Twitch, he has amassed 20,000 followers spinning live, marathon sets and interacting with his chatroom on two weekly shows, DJ Spinna Presents Journey and Galactic Quiet Storm.DJ Spinna is synonymous with ground-breaking, annual tribute events. Since 2001, “WONDER-Full” has celebrated the Guest of Honor, Stevie Wonder. “Soul Slam,” 20-years strong, is the authoritative Michael Jackson vs. Prince party. At Spike Lee's “BK Loves MJ,” DJ Spinna commemorates Michael Jackson's birthday in Brooklyn. In 2001, Motown tapped DJ Spinna for a brilliant remix of Michael Jackson's “We're Almost There.” DJ Spinna's collaborations with Stevie Wonder include remixes for “My Love Is On Fire"  and “Sweetest Somebody.” In October 2012, Spinna performed an opening DJ set for Stevie Wonder's United Nations Peace Concert. DJ Spinna is undoubtedly the master of all genres with over 1200 music credits. Whether spinning the classics or releasing new music, DJ Spinna's passion, professionalism, prowess, and pure vibes are felt with every note. This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Beats By JT, a 17-year-old producer and finger drummer, has an impressive journey in the music industry. His passion for music began at a young age, as he started playing a full drum set at the tender age of 3. By the time he was 7, he was creating beats on GarageBand, showcasing his natural talent and knack for music production. At the age of 13, he acquired his first MPC Live, further enhancing his skills. JT's growth as a producer and finger drummer has been nothing short of remarkable, earning him the title of a prodigy and gaining admiration from many in the industry. Esteemed producers like 9th Wonder and Skibeatz have even referred to him as "The future," while Mr. Talkbox and El DeBarge didn't hesitate to label him as "A genius."Currently, JT is diligently working towards releasing his debut album, which will feature collaborations with some of his artist friends. Additionally he is engaged in various projects with talented artists such as Miquo, Fly Zyah, Jade Lenae and many others. While JT is excited about his promising future as a producer, he believes in utilizing his gift to spread positivity and be a guiding light to others. The countless messages he receives on social media from musicians and producers expressing how he inspires them fuels his motivation. He cherishes this platform and strives to inspire everyone he encounters through his music and performances, encouraging them to always let their light shine brightly.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

 Sndtrak on Bandcamp - https://sndtrak.bandcamp.com/Flips Vol 2 - https://streetcornerscm.com/collections/lp/products/sndtrak-flips-vol-2-lp-clear-vinyl Madlib, 9th Wonder, Ski Beatz, Battlecat—this is a shortlist of revered veteran hip-hop producers who've expressed admiration for Sndtrak. House Shoes, the vaunted Detroit DJ/producer who championed Dilla before most, executive produced And Then There Was Light… and Triple Lindy, releasing both on his label, Street Corner Music. A veritable beat scholar, Shoes articulates Sndtrak's talents and the joy of watching him dismantle a sample as well as anyone.Born and raised in East Oakland, Sndtrak is descended from a musical family. Louisianan grandparents on both sides played zydeco, a musical hybrid of blues, country, and Cajun music. His mechanic father DJed before he was born and always cued him a steady mix of '80s boogie from groups like Con-Funk-Shun and Heat Wave. By the time Sndtrak could speak, he begged his mom to request his favorite rap songs on music video channel The Box. Now, part of The Soul Council, the sky is the limit for Superproducer Sndtrak.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

VISIT STREET CORNER MUSIC - https://streetcornerscm.com/“House Shoes, AKA Michael Buchanan, isn't concerned with popularity. Unfailingly outspoken, the Detroit-born DJ and producer condemns and exalts music with equal vigor. If he hates your record, expect soul-atomizing honesty. If he loves it, he'll play it endlessly.”“House Shoes spun Dilla beats ad infinitum at famed Detroit venues like St. Andrews Hall, and  also championed rappers like Danny Brown, Guilty Simpson, Roc Marciano, and Quelle Chris, far before they were known to the general public.Since moving to Los Angeles in 2006, he's become a fixture in the city's perennially vibrant music scene, releasing his own music (2012's Let it Go, 2019's Big Shoes w/Big Tone), DJing in over 40 countries and hosting a sometimes-weekly radio show, Magic.Since 2013, he's released over 70 projects from upcoming producers and artists to multi-platinum producers through his record label, Street Corner Music.With an ear for beats that deconstruct rote boom-bap templates and defy the limits of sample-based sounds, he's shaping the future of the music he's devoted his life to promoting and protecting.”This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

Every week Matt and Nolan take two very famous “one hit wonders” and talk about the artists who wrote them. Then they listen to each artist's next-most-popular song to determine if maybe they had more to offer than just that one track. We pit two classic one hit wonders against each other. We'll dissect the big songs as well as the not-so-big ones to determine which band is truly deserving of the title "One Hit Wonder."We also do some chit chat about that new sound you've been looking for.Listen to More Episodes Here! -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-hit-no-wonder/id1530824509Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Kev Brown's Website - https://officialkevbrown.com/Hailing from Landover, MD, Kevin Brown, aka Kev Brown, got his first exposure to hip-hop when he heard his brother's copy of the 1986 Run-D.M.C. album Raising Hell, though he didn't begin to heavily immerse himself in the genre until he was in high school in the early '90s. Soon he began writing his own rhymes, but quickly found that his true talents lay in production. In 2001 famed beat-maker Pete Rock played a track Brown did with rapper Grap Luva, "What Ruling Means," for Marley Marl, who was so impressed with what he heard that he included the song on his album Re-Entry, which came out that same year. That led to work with De La Soul and DJ Jazzy Jeff, but it wasn't until 2004, when The Brown Album, his remixed version of Jay-Z's The Black Album (which came before Danger Mouse's The Grey Album), hit the streets that Brown started to receive real attention. After a succession of collaborations and singles, Kev released his solo debut, I Do What I Do, in 2005. The album, which was released on Up Above Records, had the producer rapping at least one verse on each of the 13 songs, as well as featuring guest MCs from his crew, the D.C.-area-based Low Budget, and Phonte Coleman from Little Brother. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Together, They are the super group ----   READ THE PDF.  Denaun  Porter, also known by the stage names Mr. Porter, Kon Artis, and more  simply Denaun, is an American rapper and record producer. He was a member of Detroit hip hop group D12. Denaun has a close association with rapper Eminem, often appearing on his tours and has produced for a manifold of other notable artists such as 50 Cent, Royce da 5'9", The Game, Method Man, Snoop Dogg, Jadakiss and more.Bernard Edwards Jr, professionally known as Focus..., is an American music producer who signed with Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment, in 2002. Since then he has produced tracks for several prominent artists, including Dr. Dre, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, John Legend, The Game, Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, Fabolous, Schoolboy Q, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé, Lil Wayne, and many more.Dem Jointz, is a record producer and rapper. He has produced tracks for numerous artists including  Rihanna, Anderson.Paak, and NCT, among others. He also co-produced four tracks on Compton, the third and latest studio album by Dr. Dre, as well as several tracks on Janet Jackson's Billboard 200 number 1 album Unbreakable.  Dem Joints has also worked extensively on the album Donda by Kanye West, providing production work or additional vocals on songs such as "Jail". Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Visit Kuddie Fresh's site for more info & merch/drum packs - https://kfreshmusic.com/homeKarrie Williams aka Kuddie Fresh is a music producer and owner of K Fresh Music, with over 20 years of experience in the music industry and Hip Hop community. He creates liberated spaces and opportunities for Empowering the Culture and enhancing the work and artistry of countless other creators. Kuddie is a musician. His indulgence in various forms of artistic expression help to drive the inspiration of his timeless, eclectic sound. His notably dualistic style is best described as a marriage of soulful, rich and jazzy melodies laid over hard hitting, head nodding drums.  Kuddie is a creator.  Kuddie took note of a senior creating beats as part of a music program, and opportunity knocked as the senior prepared to graduate and passed the torch. Kuddie hit the ground running and soon the entire high school band's music was a product of a future super-producer. Kuddie would eventually be introduced to the recording studio and soon found himself writing verses to lay over the tracks he was already producing. Thus, started his interest in developing his talents as a rap artist.   The influences of Michael Jackson, Prince, Quincy Jones, LL Cool J, Run DMC, and Fat Boys were simply a few that ignited the realization that music had bigger plans for him. Kuddie's family, community and untold number of people and experiences have contributed to the man he is today.   His influence and contribution to Northwest Hip-Hop began to surface in the early aughts, in the work of artists such as Luni Coleone, Cool Nutz, and The Parker Brothaz. In 2003, Kuddie became the hype man for The Parker Brothaz, and it wasn't long before he found himself working alongside other Northwest talents such as J-Hen (Now known as Henny) and Dow Jones, who would one day form Tha Bizness Productions, a force in contemporary Hip-Hop with production credits for names such as Young Money Entertainment (“Every Girl”), Drake (“The Winner”), and other major players such as Ne-Yo, R. Kelly, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, and more. His collaborations with other talented musicians are nothing short of exquisite. An example of this collaboration is his contributions to J. Pinder's “Code Red”. The track “Go Far” is an undeniable masterpiece.  Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Agent Black is a supergroup with Agent M and Blackadinme, two Individually dope producers who decided to combine forces to create musical magic for the soul. Agent M has made it clear that his presence in the game is going nowhere, and he demands attention due to having a sound that is authentic, inventive, and unique.Shawn Hibbler aka “Blacka Din Me” was born in Elgin, IL and raised in both Elgin and Chicago. His love for music started at the young age of 5 playing keyboards and drums in church, which lead him to start his music production skills at the age of 12. Throughout Elementary, Middle, and High School he has won many awards in school for music and went to Columbia College Chicago for further musical education. At the age of 20 he joined Dupeé Productions as an intern and associate writer/producer and worked with the likes of Brenda Russell, Mike Phillips, Darius Rucker, Kindred the Family Soul, as well as composing for TV and Radio commercials for Walmart, Sears, McDonalds, and Tide. Since then he has continued to produce for many independent artist throughout the remainder of his career as well as competing in many beat battles across the nation, along with graduating from Full Sail University in 2018 with a Bachelor's degree in music production. In 2020, he signed with Cool & Dre's production label Epidemic Music as a producer which allowed him the opportunity to work with artist such as Fat Joe, Mary J Blige, and Dave East. He also is a 2 time Grammy nominated producer on Mary J Blige's “Good Morning Gorgeous” album on track 9 for the song called “On Top”.Together, they are the funkiest Producers in the game today.Agent Black's Bandcamp - https://agentmbeats.bandcamp.com/album/agent-black-classifiedGet Supahgrooves Sound Pack Here! - https://blackadinme.com/product/supah-grooves/ Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.The NFL Season is in full effect, and EJ was on his BS with a 40-0 Cowboys win over the Giants.  Meanwhile, the Steelers got smacked.  Oh well.Taylor Swift is a walking VMA collector.  They should just rename the show to The Taylor Swift Awards.  Puffy FINALLY gives Bad Boy Artists back their Publishing Rights.  Better late than never (I guess).  Side Note **His new album is FIRE & we officially have to remove Stevie J from our Milk CartonsCurrent Hiphop Music sounds the same nowadays.  What about in the 90s? HUGE Shoutout to O.P. Miller from Serato.  We broke down Serato Sample 2/0, the inclusion of Stems, and how it speeds up your workflow.Native Instruments is Alive with the brand new Kontrol N Series Keyboards.  Best MIDI Controller yet?We preview new music from YU the 78er! Kendrick Comps?! "The DMV's secret weapon is one of the greatest hip-hop artists on the planet. Even better than Kendrick." - TIDAL https://tidal.com/magazine/article/linernotes-yu/1-92932FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/officialchopshoppod/Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.Living by the mantra, “life is good, time is precious, make people smile,” Atlanta-based producer STLNDRMS' biography reads like a Hollywood movie script.  In addition to co-founding the producer collective and beat showcase Controllerise, creating the Slappy Drums sample pack, and building an Instagram audience of over 50,000, the veteran beatmaker has also done stints as a military employee, telecommunications expert, MC, and photographer for Future, Jeezy, and Schoolboy Q.  STLNDRMS' music career was cultivated during long stints abroad. His first foray into production was nearly two decades ago, when he composed his early instrumentals while living in Italy. Now back in the US, working out of his Atlanta home studio, the years of nomadic crate-digging shine through STLNDRMS' trippy, slowed-down soul samples and crunchy drum hits. BUY STLNDRMS PACKS - https://stlndrms.com/FOLLOW STLNDRMS ON YOUTUBE! - https://www.youtube.com/@Stlndrms Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.We reached 20 Episodes!! Thank you to everyone who has listened to the show and supported us so far.  In this episode, we sit down with a Detroit legend, Tall Black Guy.  From his humble origins in Detroit, raised on a healthy diet of Motown, Jazz and early Hip Hop...Tall Black Guy has become a standard bearer for the current hip hop beats scene. Through a steady stream of productions filled with incredibly clever sample flips and deft production chops, he has won fans across the world, including Gilles Peterson, Lefto, Jazzy Jeff, Questlove and countless others.Listen to Tall Black Guy Here -  https://tallblackguy.bandcamp.com/music Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.On this week's episode, we sit down with Ment Plus. Ment has worked with the likes of KRS One, DITC, and many more.MentPlus' passion for music is rooted in his upbringing in Brooklyn. In his early days in BK, which he called a war zone, he discovered his love for music listening to the genre-swapping radio stations at his grandma's home. He was also introduced to turntables through his older brother's friend, a local DJ with a penchant for the Golden Era classics, and needed a place to store his equipment, where Ment would soon learn to navigate his way around a pair of 1200s. He and his friends used dusty samplers and tape decks to craft beats, first from Ultimate Breaks and Beats compilations and soon after from their own crate-dug collections. A true Hip-Hop head, he tagged every so often and used the letters "M E N T," hence his deejay/producer moniker. He now added Plus to give himself the strength to focus on his work amid the industry BS. Listen to Ment Plus on Bandcamp - https://djmentplus.bandcamp.com Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.- On this week's episode of The Chop Shop, React & Eddie talk about the major shakeup in the Audio world.. (Wait... Pioneer DJ did WHAT?!!? )- This past weekend in HipHop History- Lets Recap! Past episode recap & Joints!- React & Eddie run through someone's "Top 10 Hiphop Producers of All Time" List, and who they have listed at #1 is a shocker!!Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com

On this week's episode, we talked to the wonderful Ms Madli!Estonian-born composer and record producer, Ms Madli, gained wider recognition after winning a series of producer competitions in 2015. Her list of accomplishments includes securing the first place spot in iStandard's Producer Showcase in New York, taking top prizes at Brewery Recording Studio's Beat Battle and Tight 32 Producer Challenge in Atlanta, and claiming second place at the ASCAP Expo in LA. Ms Madli has since become a sought-after talent, crafting music for some of the top brands such as Google, Airbnb, and Planned Parenthood. Skilled in producing songs and scoring music in a variety of genres, her work features in films, advertisements, TV promos, and hundreds of prime-time TV shows from History Channel to HBO. In 2022, Ms Madli's outstanding work earned her nominations for both the Mark Awards in LA and the Production Music Awards in the UK.​In addition to sync placements, she also holds credits on a range of single and album productions in the US and Europe, including Yelawolf, Ryan Toby, Fred The Godson, and Anett. For the latter collaboration, Ms Madli received a Producer of the Year nomination in 2022 from the EMEA Awards in Estonia.​Ms Madli's skillset includes composing, arranging, producing, vocal producing, recording, and mixing. Her prior work experience in pro audio sales along with classical music training have given her the knowledge and expertise necessary to thrive in these technical and creative roles. Honing in on her knack for composing and sound design, Ms Madli has also crafted a handful of sample packs on leading platforms such as Splice, Sounds.com, Maschinemasters, Loopmasters, and most recently, Kingsway Music Library, curated by the renowned super-producer Frank Dukes. When not in the studio, Ms Madli participates in writing camps, celebrity cyphers, and panels across the country, including AES and A3C. Recently, she was featured on Sway in The Morning, where she was the guest producer for the Friday Morning Cypher.This week's episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THECHOPSHOP at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code THECHOPSHOP. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™. Support the showWEBSITE AND MERCH! - http://www.officialchopshoppod.com