Producers Behind the Hits

By Studio Talks

Producers Behind the Hits by Studio Talks brings you behind the scenes with the world's top music producers, engineers, and artists. Each episode dives into the creative process, career advice, and in... more

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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

Producers Behind the Hits episodes:

March 13, 2026 Dreamr – Hologram Producer Behind Yeat's "If We Being Rëal" | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 33
Studio Talks sits down with Vancouver based producer Dreamr, a Hologram collective member known for guitar driven production that blends hip hop with atmospheric, alternative textures. He breaks down his journey and creative process, shares how key placements came together with artists like Yeat, Trippie Redd, Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert, Vybz Kartel, and more, and goes deep on the making of Yeat's standout record "If We Being Rëal." Dreamr also reflects on how his perspective on modern music production is evolving as the sound keeps moving. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on February 18, 2026.

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Studio Talks X Dreamr Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/dreamr-hologram-producer-yeat-if-we-being-real
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20min
March 09, 2026 NDK – New York Based Producer Behind Brent Faiyaz's "Icon" | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 32
Studio Talks sits down with New York based producer NDK, a rising talent known for emotionally rich, melodic production in modern R&B. After years of consistently posting samples and tagging artists on Instagram Reels, he finally got the call to work with Brent Faiyaz, leading to contributions across multiple tracks on Brent's new album "Icon." NDK breaks down his musical beginnings, what the breakthrough moment looked like behind the scenes, and shares practical advice for new producers trying to turn consistency into real opportunities. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on February 20, 2026.

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Studio Talks X NDK Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/ndk-brent-faiyaz-icon-producer-interview
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20min
March 03, 2026 Steve Bilodeau – Producer and Guitarist Behind J. Cole's The Fall-Off | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 31
Studio Talks sits down with Canadian producer and guitarist Steve Bilodeau, whose journey runs from childhood jam sessions at ice hockey rinks to creating alongside some of hip hop's biggest names. A longtime collaborator of T-Minus and a key contributor to multiple records on J. Cole's highly anticipated album The Fall-Off, Steve breaks down how his jazz trained guitar background became his secret weapon as a producer. He shares the story of meeting T Minus and J Cole, the creative process behind his work on The Fall-Off, and practical advice for new producers trying to build a real career. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on February 17, 2026.

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Studio Talks X Steve Bilodeau Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/steve-bilodeau-billa-joints-j-cole-the-fall-off-interview
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36min
February 23, 2026 AVB – Rising Producer Behind Records for Bryson Tiller & Queen Naija | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 30
Studio Talks sits down with Miami based producer AVB, a rising force in contemporary R&B and hip hop. Working closely alongside Hitmaka and his team, AVB has steadily built a strong catalog with credits for Queen Naija, Fabolous, Bryson Tiller, and Tink. He breaks down his creative process, early breakthrough moments, and his perspective on AI in music production, plus why building with emerging talent can be the smartest path for a new producer today. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on February 16, 2026.

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Studio Talks X AVB Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/avb-miami-producer-hitmaka-circle-house
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10min
February 18, 2026 Yung Icey – Producer Behind LUCKI's Defining Sound | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 29
Studio Talks sits down with South Carolina born producer Yung Icey, the go to architect behind LUCKI's defining sound and a key force shaping today's evolving rap landscape. He traces his journey from teaching himself FL Studio as a teen to landing major records, with credits that include Future, $uicideboy$, Denzel Curry, and more. Icey breaks down his creative process, the mindset behind building a signature with an artist, and why developing artists from the ground up is the real key to longevity. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on February 14, 2026.

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Studio Talks X Yung Icey Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/yung-icey-lucki-producer-faith-interview
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37min
February 15, 2026 SspikeTrap – Neila World Producer Behind Gunna's "conscience" | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 28
Studio Talks sits down with Canadian producer SspikeTrap, a Neila World member known for work with Gunna, NBA YoungBoy, Kodak Black, and more. He breaks down his journey from early beginnings in Canada to building a real reputation in the industry, shares his creative process and approach to making music, and explains why genuine relationships matter more than ever. SspikeTrap also talks about evolving in a fast moving music landscape and what he is focused on next. Interview by Andrej Aroch, recorded via video call on February 7, 2026.

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Studio Talks X SspikeTrap Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/sspiketrap-neila-world-producer-gunna-conscience-interview
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21min
February 12, 2026 Ryder Johnson – Nashville Producer Behind Polo G's "No Return" | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 27
Studio Talks sits down with Ryder Johnson, a Nashville based producer and songwriter with credits for Kid Laroi, Polo G, Chief Keef, Lil Tecca, Trippie Redd, Rod Wave, City Morgue, and more. He traces his path from learning on YouTube to building records with a global reach, breaks down his creative process, and explains how major placements came together. Ryder shares honest lessons, setbacks, and mindset shifts for the next generation of producers. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on February 6, 2026.

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Studio Talks X Ryder Johnson Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/perdu-interview-yeat-2093-producer-hologram
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33min
February 01, 2026 Perdu – Producer Behind Yeat's 2093 | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 26
Studio Talks sits down with Perdu, a producer whose sound is closely tied to Yeat's evolution, especially across the 2093 era. He breaks down his path into music production, how he built a trusted creative circle, and what it was really like working behind the scenes on one of Yeat's defining projects. Perdu also shares practical advice for new producers who are finding their lane. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on January 14, 2026.

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Studio Talks X Perdu Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/perdu-interview-yeat-2093-producer-hologram
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18min
January 24, 2026 Kat Lightning – Producer Behind Sexyy Red, Homixide Gang & Lil Yachty | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 25
Studio Talks sits down with producer Kat Lightning, whose catalog spans the mainstream and the underground with credits for Sexyy Red, Homixide Gang, Lil Yachty, and more. He opens up about the early influences that shaped him, how he builds records from scratch, the tools he relies on, and the standout songs that marked key moments. Kat explains why artist development sits at the center of his process and how working from the ground up with emerging artists helps define their sound and direction. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on January 17, 2026.

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Studio Talks X Kat Lightning Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/kat-lightning-producer-sexyy-red-lil-yachty-homixide-gang
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21min
January 17, 2026 RafMade – Atlanta Producer Behind Destroy Lonely, Lil Uzi Vert & SoFaygo | Producers Behind the Hits | Ep. 24
Studio Talks sits down with RafMade, an Atlanta-based producer shaping today's underground with collaborations alongside Lil Uzi Vert, Trippie Redd, Destroy Lonely, and more. He breaks down his path into production, the creative process behind his sound, how key placements came together, and his read on the current state of hip hop. A candid look at a new-generation producer pushing the culture forward. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on January 12, 2026.

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Studio Talks X RafMade Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/rafmade-producer-interview-destroy-lonely-sofaygo-go-plus-atlanta
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9min

FAQs about Producers Behind the Hits:

How many episodes does Producers Behind the Hits have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.