On this week’s episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the fellas welcome Brooklyn-based mixtape DJ, remixer, and hip-hop producer J.Period (@jperiodbk), with guest host DJ Goldfinger. J.Period reflects on his journey in the music industry, starting with his early mixtapes in the 2000s (00:31), and discusses the creation of iconic projects like “Best of Nas” (9:31). He credits pivotal moments, such as his Big Daddy Kane and Lauryn Hill mixtapes, with propelling his success (19:01). J.Period also shares insights into his work with Q-Tip and De La Soul (29:01) and reveals that his mixtapes will soon be available on Apple Music (41:01). He reflects on the influence of figures like Questlove and his approach to collaborations (54:01), as well as how he got involved with the 50 Years of Hip-Hop Tribute at the Grammys (1:00:05). The conversation also touches on navigating compensation with artists (1:10:50), learning from mentors like Jazzy Jeff (1:22:40), and the experience of working with Wyclef Jean, culminating in a 20-year musical connection (1:25:10).
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