Studio Talks sits down with Nascent, a highly respected Chicago-raised, Los Angeles–based producer and artist who first hit the big stage with 50 Cent. He traces the journey from his early come up to crafting records with Kanye West, SZA, Brent Faiyaz, and more, shares stories from Dr. Dre's personal studio, and breaks down the making of SZA's "Good Days." Nascent reflects on his album DON'T GROW UP TOO SOON, the vision behind his own projects, and offers clear advice for the next generation of producers navigating today's industry. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on November 25, 2025.
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Timestamps:
00:00:47 - Introduction 00:02:06 - Process for Improving His Craft 00:04:06 - Dr. Dre's Studio Test Story 00:06:58 - Starting an Idea from Scratch 00:08:03 - Creative Routine 00:09:13 - Favorite Plugins & Hardware 00:10:05 - Views on the Current State of Music 00:12:23 - Music He Listens to in His Free Time 00:13:03 - Favorite Production 00:13:53 - Making SZA's "Good Days" 00:15:55 - On His Album DON'T GROW UP TOO SOON 00:18:28 - Advice for New Producers 00:20:04 - Studio Etiquette for Producers 00:21:50 - Future Plans 00:22:58 - Closing Remarks