Antoon came into contact with Twan van Steenhoven, better known as Big2, through the Herman Brood Academy, a school for musicians. At first he wanted to be the new Afrojack, but eventually he started making beats for fun. He rapped on them with friends and that became a weekly activity.

In 2016, Architrackz achieved success when he swapped the microphone for a keyboard. He produced "Op De Weg", "Chemistry" and "Hard 2 Get", among others. The latter single was the first time in 4 years that he got behind the microphone again. At the end of 2019, Architrackz went back to rapping and released his first project 'Blessings & Life Lessons'.

Berry Gordy, Jr. is een Amerikaans liedjesschrijver, muziekproducent en de oprichter van het platenlabel Motown Records.

Big2, is a Dutch producer/rapper with Dutch roots. He is a member of the rap duo The Opposites.

Bizzey is best known for his participation in the DJ collective "Yellow Claw". In mid-2010, Roelandschap started the rap group Yellow Claw together with his friends Jim Aasgier and Nizzle. The three started under this name with a theme night on Thursdays in the Amsterdam disco Jimmy Woo and made remixes for several artists.

Brian Douglas Wilson is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer best known for being the multi-tasking leader and co-founder of the Beach Boys.

Brian Eno – The genius non-musician who understood that the studio is an instrument and used that understanding to encourage those bands and singers he’s worked with to open themselves to creating completely new soundscapes for themselves.

Clevie Brownie played a major role in the rise of dancehall and reggae and remains an influential figure in music production. If you are looking for specific tracks, it is a good idea to look at his work within larger projects or albums by artists he has worked with.

Coxsone Dodd used to play records to the customers in his parents’ shop. During a spell in the American South he became familiar with the rhythm and blues music popular there at the time. In 1954, back in Jamaica, he set up the Downbeat Sound System, being the owner of an amplifier, a turntable, and some US records, which he would import from New Orleans and Miami.

David Foster is a Canadian musician, record producer, composer, songwriter, and arranger, who has won 16 Grammys. I feel like, barring his work with Chicago in the ’80s, his work on Boz Scaggs’s 1980 album Middle Man and the songs Look What You’ve Done to Me and Miss Sun (both 1981 hits) also deserve a mention, even though Bill Schnee produced Middle Man in its entirety.

Def Major, is a Dutch producer, rapper with Dutch roots. 

DFGenius is a visionary music producer who blends innovative soundscapes with raw emotion, creating tracks that move you both physically and spiritually. His music isn't just something you listen to; it's an experience that resonates deeply. 

Doble R is a well-known producer and artist from Curacao who has played a prominent role in the development of Caribbean urban music. He has worked with various artists from the region and is known for his collaboration with the popular Jah Cure. His productions are often a mix of reggaeton, dancehall, and Caribbean pop.

As the son of DJ Flash, Dopebwoy had a mentor who was busy with music on a daily basis. He started making beats, because no one wanted to rap on them, he got behind the mic himself. In the beginning, he rapped in English under the name "Kleine". From 2011, the rapper switched to Dutch rap.

Dr. Dre, known professionally as Dr. Dre, is an American rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of Aftermath Entertainment and Beats Electronics, and previously co-founded, co-owned, and was the president of Death Row Records.

Esko founded the record label Van Klasse in 2014 together with his friend Bart van Houten. In 2016 Walroud released several singles with rapper Sevn Alias, two of which were awarded a gold record. Early 2017 he released the single Westside in collaboration with Josylvio, which was awarded a platinum record.

George Henry Martin was an English record producer, arranger, composer, conductor, audio engineer, and musician. One of the greatest producer of all time. He had an excellent ear for what to do with the Beatles’ material, and he was a true genius.

Glades, is a Dutch DJ and producer with Moroccan roots.

Henry “Junjo” Lawes (born circa 1960) was one of the most essential Jamaican reggae/dancehall producers during the 1980s. Despite being only semi-literate and having no musical education whatsoever, Lawes possessed an extraordinary talent in songwriting and new talent scouting. He was the one to discover seminal dancehall artists like Eek-A-Mouse and Yellowman.

Dj ill Skillz (R.I.P.) a Dj who loved to play Urban, Bubbeling, Dancehall and much more.
Not only was he a Dj but he was also one of the greatest dutch producers and made songs with many famous artists including KALIBWOY and MELLA MELL and much more. 

In 2005 Jayh Jawson broke through as a producer with the track Wat wil je doen with The Partysquad. He also often sang choruses in tracks by other rappers such as Dio and Lange Frans & Baas B. In 2007 Jayh sang along in the song -in de stu by the rap group THC on the album Puur en onversneden.

Jeff Lynne is an English rock musician who founded the Electric Light Orchestra and has performed with and produced other artists, including George Harrison. He is the most versatile music producer ever. Just look at all the greatest music legends he has produced. Incredible.

Jeon is a popular producer and artist from Curacao, known for his work in the reggaeton and dancehall genres. He has collaborated with major artists in the Latin music world, such as J Balvin, Nicky Jam and Farruko. Jeon is also known for his solo work, where he mixes his own unique style with tropical influences and electronic sounds.

JosBros went with 101Barz to the Herman Brood Academy where he was at school at the time. The young Jos plays various tracks in the item, from his EP 'André Kuipers'. Today he is a teacher at the school in Kanaleneiland.

Kris Kross Amsterdam is een dj-trio uit Amsterdam, bestaand uit de broers Jordy en Sander Huisman en Yuki Kempees. De muziek van de groep is een mix van moderne r&b, hiphop, funk, soul, pop en house. De naam is een verwijzing naar het Amerikaanse rapduo Kris Kross bekend van het nummer Jump.

Master P is an American rapper, record producer, record executive, dancer, actor and entrepreneur. He founded the record label No Limit Records in 1991, which was relaunched into the spin-off labels New No Limit Records and No Limit Forever Records.

Mastiksoul began his career as a DJ and producer in 1992, becoming one of the most respected artists in the music industry at a global level. Recognised by his very characteristic style, he has produced several hits and worldwide Top 10s, having already been nominated as Best House Producer for the renowned Beatport awards.

Maszkovic crafts music that pushes boundaries, fusing genre-defying beats with unmatched creativity. His sound is bold, dynamic, and impossible to ignore. If you’re looking for fresh, innovative tracks that captivate and elevate, Maszkovic is the producer you need to hear.

Mitch (also known as Mitch Music) is another talented producer who has positioned himself in the reggaeton and R&B scene. He is known for his collaborations with artists such as Jah Cure, Doble R and Ayo. Mitch has a style that mixes reggaeton with modern R&B and hip-hop influences, making his work very danceable and popular.

Mutt Lange is quite simply the best record producer ever! Not only the second highest-selling album ever, but also the top-selling country album ever shows his ability to produce in all genres and do it better than anyone else.

Nile Rodgers‘ career is epic in both scope and impact. The 1979 CHIC album Risqué was a disco milestone that became a hip-hop cornerstone. Standing at inflection points for two different genres is enough to make a career, but Rodgers was far from done. An incomparable songwriter and session musician, his call sheet as a producer is emblematic of his immense range: David Bowie, Diana Ross, Madonna and Mick Jagger, just to name a few. His work is embedded in the very fabric of popular music, and he continues to add to his resume decades after first making changes to the sonic landscape. In 2014, Rodgers won the Grammy for record of the year with Daft Punk. This year, he amassed more honors for his work on Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE.

Phatta Trax is known for his ability to create powerful and authentic reggae and dancehall tracks that reflect Jamaica's roots and culture. His productions are often rich in bass, rhythm and feeling, making them timeless for both local and international fans.

Phil Spector was an American record producer and songwriter, best known for his innovative recording practices and entrepreneurship in the 1960s, followed decades later by his two trials and conviction for murder in the 2000s

Prince Buster was an influential Jamaican music producer, singer, and pioneer of ska and rocksteady music. He is considered one of the founders of the ska and rocksteady genres, and his impact on the music world, especially in the 1960s, has been enormous.

Quincy Delight Jones Jr.  was an American record producer, composer, arranger, conductor, trumpeter, and bandleader. Over the course of his seven-decade career, he received many accolades including 28 Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Tony Award as well as nominations for seven Academy Awards and four Golden Globe Awards.

Rick Rubin is an American record producer and former co-president of Columbia Records.The producer to go to make your band say honestly what it wants to say. The truth in each of his recordings is his trademark. That is how anything from Public Enemy to Neil Diamond, with a stop at MJ and Slayer, can all have their genius sound good.

Shikss is a multi talented artist who loves development. This is reflected in his lyrics, flows, productions, mix and master. He does everything himself from 0 to upload and is therefore never dependent on anyone.

Sor is part of the collective Black Acid as a rapper and producer. sor was born in Hoorn (North Holland), but grew up most of his youth, with a stopover in Suriname, in Amsterdam South-East. From the age of 17 to 24 he spent in Almere. He tells this to Jayh and Mahi in the Woordenschat Podcast.

Tariq Sadal's music is a bold blend of innovation and emotion, where every beat and melody is crafted to resonate deeply. With a unique sound that crosses bouaries and defies genres, his tracks are a journey through new sonic landscapes. If you're ready for music that pushes limits, ignites your senses, and speaks to your soul, Tariq Sadal is the producer you don’t want to miss.

Timbaland is the GOAT! He’s redefined the sound of hip hop and R&B on more than one occasion. He’s the people’s producer and can cross over to other genres with success. What he has contributed to the music industry is incredible! His work with Aaliyah, Missy, Jay Z, and Justin Timberlake is unique and outstanding, to say the least.

Trobi got a contract with Spinnin' Records at the age of 16. Yes, you read that right, he didn't always make beats for rappers, he started as a producer in EDM.

Trevor Horn has been producing and influencing other producers for nearly 40 years now. There’s even a compilation album consisting purely of his productions. The man is an innovator and a genius. Obviously a forgotten genius, I fear.

Ye is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer and fashion designer. He is regarded as one of the most influential, as well as controversial, artists of the 21st century.

Yoko Ono is a Japanese multimedia artist, singer, songwriter, and peace activist. She is known for her work in performance art, music, and filmmaking.

Yoshiki Hayashi is a Japanese musician, songwriter, composer and record producer. Better known by his stage name Yoshiki, he is best known as the leader and a co-founder of the heavy metal band X Japan, for which he is the drummer, pianist and main songwriter.