DJ Premier
DJ Premier, born Christopher Edward Martin, is one of the most renowned and influential hip-hop producers of all time. He rose to fame in the 1990s as one half of the legendary production duo Gang Starr, alongside rapper Guru.
DJ Premier and Guru released Gang Starr’s album “Hard to Earn” in 1994, which is widely considered one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. The album features some of DJ Premier’s most iconic beats, including the classic tracks “Mass Appeal” and “DWYCK.”
In addition to his work with Gang Starr, DJ Premier has produced some of the biggest and most influential hip-hop tracks of all time. He has worked with a who’s who of hip-hop legends, including Nas, Jay-Z, Biggie Smalls, Kanye West, D’Angelo, the Wu-Tang Clan, and even Christina Aguilera. He has also produced tracks for newer artists like J. Cole and Anderson .Paak. He has also produced tracks for movies like “Training Day” and “Notorious.”
DJ Premier’s signature sound has been a major influence on the hip-hop world, and his beats have been sampled and imitated by countless producers over the years. He has also been recognized for his contributions to the genre with numerous awards and accolades, including three Grammy nominations.