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Ep. 11 How is South LA Reflected Through Music? Feat. Terrace Martin

Published on: 21st March, 2022

MHD and Co-Host Chavonne chop it up with multi-instrumentalist and producer Terrace Martin about his experiences growing up in South LA and how the culture influences his music.

Terrace Martin is a 4-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist from the Crenshaw District. Terrace Martin is renowned for being one of the top jazz musicians in the world and has become a creative engine at the epicenter of LA's progressive hip-hop scene. His noteworthy production has included major collaborations with Kendrick Lamar (good kid, M.A.A.D. city & the GRAMMY-winning To Pimp a Butterfly), Travis Scott, Stevie Wonder, Snoop Dogg, Herbie Hancock, and many other influential artists. Terrace Martin has created his own label, Sounds of Crenshaw Records, and his latest album, Drones, is out now.

www.soundsofcrenshaw.com/terrace-martin


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