David Drake
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Meet ForteBowie, Jacquees' Secret Weapon
After years around Atlanta's underground, self-taught musician ForteBowie found collaborators to make his R&B melodies sing. → Read More
Beat Construction: Terrace Martin
How the Los Angeles producer and saxophonist navigates the jazz and hip-hop landscapes. → Read More
Beat Construction: Matoma
Producer Matoma on the rise of tropical house, classic hip-hop, and Biggie in the streaming era. → Read More
Beat Construction: DP Beats
In two years, this producer went from facing an attempted murder charge to a wild residency at Chief Keef's L.A. mansion. → Read More
The Strategic Evolution Of Justin Bieber’s Sound
Hit comeback single “What Do You Mean” draws elements from his past and global radio’s present. The result recognizes the strength Bieber’s had all along. → Read More
In Chicago, Future Proves He’s At Home Everywhere
The latest Atlanta rapper to find a second home in Chicago, he packed the room last night almost like Gucci Mane in his prime. → Read More
Pop Music's Nigerian Future
With the rise of artists like Iyanya, WizKid and Davido, Nigeria's worldly rhythms are finally making their way to a global stage. → Read More