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SuperbBeatmaker Talks Balancing Family, Music & Career

Brittany Burton — Wed, 26 Jun 2019 05:56:23 +0000

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By: SB

Up and coming creative SuperbBeatmaker, has made the executive decision to embark on a career as as a music producer. His Atlanta upbringing and strong core values has given him a solid foundation to stand on. Being influenced by Just Blaze, Araabmuzik, and Jahlil Beats, he has an authentic sound that is destined to produce a top 10 hit.

I caught up with SB for a short interview, in which he discusses balancing family, music and having a career in the entertainment business. Check it out below.

SuperbBeatmaker Interview

RESPECT: What made you embark on a career as a producer?

SB: It all started back in 2012, when I wanted to try something different which was making beats. I tried figuring out a name and came up with “SuperbBeatmaker”; I was 21 at the time. I bought my first drum machine an Alesis SR 16, which was made in 1991. I had to figure out how use a drum machine because the producers that inspired me always used drum machines from Havoc (Mobb Deep), Just Blaze, Araabmuzik & Jahlil Beats.

I moved back to New York in summer of 2012 to better establish myself as a producer because that’s where I was born. I started making beats and posting them online and grabbing the attention of up and coming artists. I didn’t have a laptop at the time just a Tascam DR05. I relocated back to Atlanta for a second time in 2014 and started networking.

I met Andre 3000 in January of 2015 and that changed my life because at the time, we conversed and he asked for my Soundcloud and info, at that time I wasn’t making music. After that conversation, I wanted to impact the music industry because I realize the industry moves very fast.

I understood that conversation was an eye opener of what I was suppose to be doing as a producer “always being ready”. In 2018, I was managed by the same management team as Dave East. I released 2 projects in 2018, “Long Awaited 1 & Long Awaited 2”.

I had the opportunity to work with Dame Grease on the project, Grease is an multi-platinum producer who produced for DMX, French Montana, Max B, and the list goes on. In the early months of 2019, I was offered a deal through a CashMoney & RichGang affiliate. This past April, I released my third project “High Profile”.

Currently I am working on another project which will be released towards the end of the summer. I recently dropped a single with an Atlanta artist by the name of Mr. 95 called “Connected” available on all streaming platforms.

RESPECT: How are you able to balance being a family man, with music?

SB: Being balanced with music and being a family man can become a challenge at times. I usually dedicate my time to my family throughout the daytime and at night I produce. You can say, I setup a schedule for myself. Both aspects of my life deserve time and can be time consuming. My family loves music so, when we all go out we’ll listen to music and they turn up; while I study hi-hats, snares and melodies they listen to. My family supports me 100%, that’s what I’m thankful for.

RESPECT: How you best describe your production style?

SB: I listen to all genres of music from hip hop to country. My sound is unique and very distinctive. I’ve been using hardware ever since the day I started producing music. I still use the MPC 2000 (made in 1997) and a Kawai K1 (made in 1988). My music gives you that 90’s hip hop drum feel while still using 808’s in the new trap music. All in all, my production style is futuristic because I don’t use all the sounds the rest of the producers are using.

RESPECT: In what ways do you plan to impact the music industry?

SB: I want to set the trend of stepping outside of the comfort zone of what’s the cool thing to do in music currently. My impact would be for all creators to believe in yourself from the start and stay to yourself. I would love to sit back and watch the producers after me go back into history and use vintage equipment while enjoying making music with it. I started out recording with a Tascam DR-05 and I don’t regret doing that because I didn’t have any new technology to feel comfortable about making music.

RESPECT: Who do you hope to work with in the future?

SB: I would love to work with Schoolboy Q, Griselda Records (Westside Gunn, Conway The Machine & Benny The Butcher), Joe Budden when he comes out of retirement. I love working with underdogs and up and coming artists,thats been my thing ever since I started producing.

RESPECT: How has Atlanta influenced you musically?

SB: Atlanta has influenced my creativity, not just musically, but socially. I’ve been influenced by the amount of creators in Atlanta, it’s very competitive and your versatility has to be high. Currently, Atlanta in general is running the music industry.

I’m from New York, so imagine me coming up on Nas, and Jay-Z (lyrical content) to The Migos (party records). Everyone does music in Atlanta, no matter where you go from singing, rapping, and producing. This is a city where you’ll get lost if you’re not original. I value everyones message not only in Atlanta, everywhere.

Click here to hear some of his beats.

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Fabolous Releases Summertime Shootout 2 Mixtape

Zahria Perkins — Sun, 04 Sep 2016 21:52:02 +0000

Fabolous has decided to finally bless fans with the drop of his new mixtape Summertime Shootout 2: The Level Up. This tape happens to be the sequel to Fab’s Summertime Shootout which was released last Thanksgiving.

Fab has recruited an all-star cast of guest features for SS2 which includes Dave East, Tory Lanez, Chris Brown, Future, Wale, Lil Uzi Vert, Trey Songz and a few others. For production you can expect to hear beats from araabMUZIK, Amadeus and Mark Henry just to name a few.

When listening to SS2, you should expect to hear a blend of both original cuts and remixes in true Fab fashion.

Fab also gave fans a little heads up via Twitter before they give SS2 a listen.

Don’t look 2 deep on SS2, pop it in while u riding wit ya lady tho. YOU wait 4 Freddy vs. Jason
https://t.co/lxK8kQZ27G

— Fabolous (@myfabolouslife) September 3, 2016

If u ride 4 deep in a car wit niggas, this not that kinda music.. If u riding wit ya cool lil lady tho…#SS2 #SummertimeShootout2

— Fabolous (@myfabolouslife) September 3, 2016

Fab is expected to drop his collaborative project Freddy Vs. Jason with Jadakiss sometime in the near future but in the mean time, SS2 will definitely hold us over.

Stream Summertime Shootout 2: The Level Up below.

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Live At the BBQ Festival Coming to Sizzling NYC

RESPECT. Staff — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 19:26:35 +0000

Is it not every hip-hop fans summer goals to attend a BBQ hosted by Nas? You might just get your wish, because “Live at the BBQ” presented by Mass Appeal and We Work is headed for NYC.

The festival is set to take place on July 25th at the SummerStage in Central Park. From 5pm-10pm, you can kick back, relax, and enjoy outdoor music at this steamy time of year. If you’re going to be hot and sweaty in the concrete jungle, you may as well take advantage of festival season.

The line up is looking promising, with these popular acts gracing the stage (and quenching your thirst):

Ty Dolla $ign
Danny Brown
Machine Gun Kelly
AraabMUZIK
Fashawn
Mannie Fresh
Ezzy
Princess Nokia
& more
J Dilla Live Mixtape with Black Thought and J. Period
DJ Set by DJ Trackstar

If the melted popsicle is anything to go by, you’re going to need some refreshments. The poster advertises a “BBQ Experience” by Sweet Chick. Hip-hop meets fried chicken.

Get tickets for the event here for $39.50.

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New Music: AraabMUZIK – “Orchestra Massacre”

RESPECT. Staff — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:59:45 +0000

AraabMUZIK lets loose another banger for his araabMUZIK Monday series titled “Orchestra Massacre”. AraabMUZIK really goes ham on the strings. It’s unclear whether it’s just a sample or live-recorded material, but it hits hard nonetheless. araabMUZIK truly knows how to create tension with an instrumental. The song would be perfect for a car chase in a James Bond movie. Tune in next Monday to see what other gem he decides to drop.

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New Mixtape: Troy Ave – “New York City: The Album”

RESPECT. Staff — Mon, 04 Nov 2013 19:35:34 +0000

Troy Ave “New York City” mixtape cover

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EP Download: Nacho Picasso & Avatar Darko – “Vampsterdam”

RESPECT. Staff — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:45:39 +0000

Nacho Picasso and Avatar Darko finally deliver their anticipated collaborative project, Vampsterdam. The very dark EP features production from AraabMuzik, Raised Byy Wolves, Blue Sky Black Death, Clams Casino and plenty more. Stream below or download here and peep the press release below.

Coming of age on the streets of Seattle, Nacho Picasso and Russian-American Avatar Darko have only become brothers of scum in the last couple years after meeting at SXSW. Nacho’s twisted, syrupy slow raps and Avatar’s flippant attitude toward everything except his Russian heritage are all a given. The two degenerates also bring out the best – or worst – of each other, depending upon how its looked at, both in content and style. Vampsterdam is the result of many drug-fueled, early-morning recording sessions in Seattle and Los Angeles.

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New Music: Nacho Picasso & Avatar Darko – “Vampire”

RESPECT. Staff — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:59:25 +0000

We got a sense of where Nacho and Avatar were headed with Vampsterdam on their last record. They now continue the dark feel of the project with this gothic AraabMuzik beat.

In related news, araabMuzik was recently shot but is recovering in the hospital. A rep had the following statement on the incident:

“He was out in his neighborhood last night with friends and unfortunately the victim of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. He is recovering now and police are investigating the crime. We appreciate all the concern and fan support and Araab is looking forward to a speedy recovery and returning to the stage as soon as he can.”

Avatar Darko also sent out some well wishes — in his own way.

My lil brodi too trill! They tried to rob him and he ain’t come up off his shit so they tried get him outta there! He meant to be here! Foh!

— AVA†AЯ DAЯKO (@AvatarDarko) May 2, 2013

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