The legendary Hit-Boy stopped by our podcast and shared stories which shaped hiphop forever. From making “Ni***s in Paris” with Kanye West, to working with Travis Scott on “Sicko Mode” and “Carousel”, Hit-Boy has solidified himself as a cultural icon. Hit-Boy also shared his secrets on how to get the perfect drum bounce, and why experimentation is vital for a successful career in music.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Making of “Sicko Mode” with Travis Scott, “Carousel”, experimenting with other genres, “Ultra-Black” with Nas
07:20 – Westcoast hiphop culture, relationship with Nas, complimenting Nas sound, learning the artist
13:00 – Connecting with artists, feeding off of each other’s energy, go-to sample source, sampling then vs now
16:35 – “Legit” sample, sample splits, clearing samples, how to get out your comfort zone, drum kit
20:55 – Origin story, learning FL Studio, uncle Rodney’s influence, selling beats on MySpace
26:00 – First artists to work with Hit-boy, J.Lo placement, signing with GOOD Music in 2011
28:40 – “Ni**as in Paris”, keeping beats simple, influences, recent releases
32:00 – Producers taking initiative, favorite VST, making music with Selena Gomez and Ariana Grande, the learning process
35:20 – Top Melody VSTs, analog gear, drum bounce, producer mistakes, challenges
40:40 – How to do good business in the industry, crazy studio stories, “Watch the Throne” sessions with Kanye, Kanye energy
45:15 – “Trophies” with Drake, “Clique” with Kanye, Jay-Z and Big Sean, hiphop now and in the future, meaning of a “producer”
50:15 – Recording Nas, tips on recording artists, importance of coming up with an artist
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