Producers Behind the Hits

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

Studio Talks sits down with OG Parker, a top-tier modern producer whose sound anchors today's hip hop and R&B, with credits alongside Migos, Chris Brown, Drake, and more. He walks through how he builds compositions from scratch, shares where he thinks the music is headed, and previews upcoming projects. Parker also offers clear, practical advice for new producers who want to level up. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on December 2, 2025.

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Studio Talks X OG Parker Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/yakree-producer-interview-youngboy-never-broke-again-roddy-ricch

Studio Talks sits down with Yakree, a Minnesota-born, Los Angeles–based producer and trusted collaborator to YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Roddy Ricch. He opens up about the journey from a kid experimenting with instruments to landing major placements, how he builds a sound with artists in the room and remotely, and where he thinks the music is heading. It's a candid look at the process, mindset, and creativity driving one of today's most exciting young producers. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on December 3, 2025.

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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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Studio Talks X Nascent Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/nascent-producer-interview-sza-good-days-kanye-west-50-cent

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

Studio Talks sits down with BEAUTIFULMVN, the producer carving his own lane—from banging on pots and pans as a kid to crafting Drake's "Search & Rescue" and contributions to Yeat's AftërLyfe. He opens up about the jump from classical conservatory to Working on Dying, coming up alongside his brother BNYX, and how he builds records from scratch. We dig into AI in music production, why young producers should stop chasing placements and start building worlds, and where his path is headed. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on November 18, 2025.

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Studio Talks X BEAUTIFULMVN Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/beautifulmvn-producer-drake-yeat-working-on-dying

Timestamps:

00:00:45 - First Steps in His Music Journey 00:13:20 - Approaching an Idea from Scratch 00:14:12 - Creative Schedule 00:15:34 - Producing on Yeat's AftërLyfe 00:20:08 - Favorite VSTs & Music Hardware 00:22:25 - Thoughts on AI in Music Production 00:26:01 - How Drake's "Search & Rescue" Came About 00:27:08 - Favorite Production of His 00:28:00 - Advice for New Producers 00:32:53 - Future Plans

Studio Talks sits down with Bandplay, a key architect behind standout records for BigXthaPlug, the late Young Dolph, and Key Glock. He opens up about his beginnings in music, breaks down his creative process and favorite tools, and shares how he first linked with BigXthaPlug, the records that mean the most to him, and practical advice for the next generation of producers. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on November 13, 2025.

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Studio Talks X Bandplay Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/bandplay-producer-bigxthaplug-young-dolph-key-glock

Timestamps:

00:00:40 - First Interest in Music & Music Production 00:01:27 - First DAW He Started With 00:01:48 - Process for Improving His Production 00:02:36 - Approaching an Idea from Scratch 00:03:06 - Creative Routine 00:03:50 - Favorite VSTs & Hardware 00:05:04 - Working with Artists: In-Studio or Remotely 00:05:41 - Tips for New Producers Working In-Studio 00:06:18 - Definition of a Great Trap Beat 00:06:43 - Thoughts on AI in Music Production 00:07:25 - First Linking Up with BigXthaPlug 00:08:26 - Personal Favorite Song with BigXthaPlug 00:09:12 - Advice to New Producers for More Placements 00:09:57 - Artists Who Deserve More Recognition 00:10:42 - Future Plans

Studio Talks sits down with legendary artist, rapper, and songwriter CyHi for a deep dive into his craft, creative process, and the future of music as he prepares to release his highly anticipated album The Story of Mr. EGOT. A Grammy-nominated writer and respected G.O.O.D. Music alum, CyHi has collaborated closely with Kanye West and Travis Scott, contributing to culture-shaping projects. In this conversation, he reflects on his journey from choir and marching band to elite lyricist, breaks down how he builds concept-driven records, and offers a preview of what's next. This interview was conducted virtually by Rudy Manager on November 3, 2025.

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Studio Talks X CyHi Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/cyhi-interview-mr-egot-kanye-west-collaborator

Timestamps:

00:00:39 - First Interest in Music and Artistry 00:01:58 - Improving His Music Craft 00:03:12 - Approach to Working on a New Composition 00:04:32 - Creative Schedule 00:05:24 - Current Music Landscape 00:07:32 - The Story of Mr. EGOT Album 00:09:33 - What to Listen to First if You're a New CyHi Fan 00:12:13 - Special Project He Worked On 00:15:23 - Advice to the New Generation of Artists 00:16:35 - Music CyHi Listens to in His Free Time 00:17:44 - Artists to Blow Up Soon 00:18:50 - Future Plans

Studio Talks sits down with Buddah Bless as he steps into a full artist role and starts curating his own releases. He traces his path from church musician to chart mainstay, breaks down his FL Studio workflow, and talks collaboration and favorite hardware. He shares candid thoughts on AI in music, the records closest to his heart, and what it really takes to turn ideas into placements. We also get into his upcoming album Buddah Bless The Streets and the vision driving his next chapter. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on November 10, 2025.

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Timestamps:

00:00:45 - First Interest in Music & Production 00:01:25 - Early Influences 00:02:02 - Mentors vs. Self-Taught 00:02:45 - From Downloading FL Studio to First Placements 00:04:31 - First Major Artists He Worked With 00:04:56 - Approach to New Music 00:05:26 - Creative Routine 00:06:34 - Thoughts on Producer Collaborations 00:08:52 - Favorite VSTs & Hardware 00:09:53 - Views on AI in Music Production 00:11:43 - Favorite Record He Produced 00:14:40 - Vision for His Artist Project & Upcoming Album 00:17:57 - Advice for New Producers 00:19:26 - Future Plans

Studio Talks sits down with MaxFlames, a producer shaping the new underground with credits for Destroy Lonely and Ken Carson and a member of the Neila World collective. He shares how he first got into music and production, breaks down the stories behind "i need u" and "BABY MONEY," and gives practical advice for new producers on building a brand, finding collaborators, and turning momentum into placements. Interview by Rudy Manager, recorded via video call on November 14, 2025.

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Studio Talks X MaxFlames Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/maxflames-neila-world-producer-ken-carson-destroy-lonely

Timestamps:

00:00:38 - First Interest in Music & Production 00:03:16 - Downloading FL Studio & First Work with Artists 00:04:09 - Process for Improving His Craft 00:04:20 - First Projects He Worked On 00:05:59 - Story of Landing First Major Placements 00:07:09 - Joining the Neila World Collective 00:11:01 - Approach to Working on New Music 00:12:10 - Working with Artists: In-Studio vs. Sending Beats 00:12:30 - Story Behind "i need u" for Ken Carson 00:15:30 - How "BABY MONEY" for Destroy Lonely Was Made 00:17:09 - His Favorite Track 00:18:13 - Advice for New Producers to Get Placements 00:21:12 - Producers & Artists to Watch 00:22:23 - Future Plans 00:23:50 - Dream Producers He Wants to Work With

Artist and producer 2C breaks down his rise, creative process, and the moments that shaped his sound, tracing the journey from early FL Studio experiments to placements on Destroy Lonely's If Looks Could Kill with "superstar" and "make sum work." 2C also talks about joining the Neila World collective, offers a clear read on the state of music right now, and gives practical advice for new producers who want to build momentum the right way. Interview by Rudy Manager via video call on October 20, 2025.

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Studio Talks X 2C Written Interview: https://studiotalksevents.com/blog/2c-neila-world-destroy-lonely-producer-interview

Timestamps:

00:00:37 - First Interest in Music & Production 00:02:50 - Process for Improving His Craft 00:04:31 - First Projects He Worked On 00:06:02 - Joining the Neila World Collective 00:10:08 - Working on Destroy Lonely's If Looks Could Kill 00:15:13 - Approach to a New Project 00:16:02 - Favorite VSTs & Hardware 00:16:50 - Opinions on the Current State of Music 00:17:55 - Thoughts on AI in Music Production 00:19:31 - Favorite Production of His 00:21:52 - Advice for New Producers 00:23:50 - Producers & Artists to Watch 00:25:26 - Future Plans