Season four comes roaring in with the indomitable King John ILL, a beat-making maestro whose rhythms and grooves are as royal as his title suggests. We peel back the layers of his artistic identity, from the genesis of his kingly name to the Instagram flip videos and Donut Lounge clips. Sit back and soak in the origin story of a Beatmaker who transcends the ordinary, crafting beats that resonate with the soul of New York's bustling soundscape. Lose yourself in tales of vinyl hunts and melodic discoveries, where J Dilla's beats meet D'Angelo's soulful echoes. The journey through his musical influences is a kaleidoscope of sound, from childhood jams to the transformative power of live performances. King John ILL and I weave an audio tapestry that charts the evolution of our production skills, celebrates the cultural touchstones that inspire us, and honors the craft of sampling that stitches the past to the present. As the beat goes on, we tackle the realities of juggling the music grind with life's relentless tempo. King John ILL opens up about the challenges and triumphs of bringing original music to the stage, and the grit it takes to keep the creative fires burning. Whether you're a fellow Beatmaker looking for camaraderie or a music lover craving a fresh beat, our candid conversation promises to be the perfect accompaniment to your day. Join us on this rhythmic odyssey that's sure to spark your inspiration and get your head nodding to the beat of our stories. Intro Music: Sober Thoughts by $aveme from BOOTED by Untalented Tapes Episode Music: All music heard from King John ILL's Bandcamp Discography Available Here Find King John ILL: @djkingjohn_ill Website: https://linktr.ee/kingjohnill Watch King John ILL's Donut Lounge Beat Set Here: https://tr.ee/zDKqmIM9MB Support the showEdited, Mixed and Mastered by Gldnmnd Podcast Website Link: The Rec Show Podcast NEW!!! TheRecShowPodcast Music Playlist Available Here