Behind The Beats: DJ Premier's Sonic Inspiration In Three Samples

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Behind The Beats: DJ Premier's Sonic Inspiration In Three Samples
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There’s a reason why Pharrell calls him 'the Teacher' — DJ Premier’s production discography is unmatched. Watch the Boom-bap architect unpack samples that led to classic beats for Gang Starr and Biggie. ⬇️

He picks samples based on feeling, and the beats he creates from them are all about honoring that vibe. That lineage has played out from his parents record collection growing up in Houston to his own expansive discography over the last 30 years.

Read Hanif Abdurraqib's essay on the many literal and musical children of Screamin' Jay Hawkins, whose signature song formed the heart of one of Premier's best-known beats — Notorious B.I.G.'s"Kick In The Door" —

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