R:
NY is definitely on a different level in terms of
art, music, and culture. They’ve played a major role in
influencing us, from Just Blaze,
Pete Rock, Wu-Tang to bands like the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
It’s not just the sound, but the idea that NY
represents. It’s like NY
is exempt from following formulas. It’s rebellious
music, they appreciate good art, and they don’t care
what the outside world thinks.
HW: Where do you see music
production going in the next 5 years?
R: Music
production is only getting more difficult, with so much
competition now-a-days. The fad of bedroom producers
has come, and it’s about to go. It’s going to go back
to it’s roots, where the word “producer” actually means
something. In terms of music, I see the genres becoming
more and more bonded together. I think HIP-HOP, will
finally separate from the SNAP MUSIC fad, we’ll see the
return of a lot more legitimate music. Actually, that’s
me being wishful!
HW: What projects are you
currently working on?
R: Flo Rida “In
the Ghetto”, Michelle Williams (Destiny’s Child) “Til
the End of the World”, Charlie
Wilson (The Gap Band)
“Jump In”, Varsity, Danity Kane,
and Shakur. Working with mutli-platinum producers Rob
Lewis and The Underdogs.
Also in the lab with accomplished song writers James
Fauntleroy, Rico Love, Cris Style, and Dwight “Kingpen”
Watson.
HW: What is your number
one key to success?
R: Hard work.
Talent means nothing, everything we do successfully, we
attribute to working hard.
