Jake One

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In these days of disposable music and ringtone rap very few producers are able to build a sound. Seattle producer Jake One is one of those exceptions. With an impressive and diverse discography that includes artists from 50 Cent to De La Soul, Jake has managed to bring his sound all the way from the underground to Billboards top 10. Combining the ethics of his early influences DJ Premier, Dr. Dre and DJ Quik with a touch of today, Jake has been able to bridge the gap between the past and the present.

While Jake is widely known for being a mainstay on G Unit affiliated projects, he got his start working with local talent in Seattle for the Conception Records label in the late 90's. From then he started to make his way on to the national scene with extensive work with the Gift of Gab and a unlikely rapper, wrestler Jon Cena producing Cena's ring anthem "The Time Is Now" among others. Jake's first taste of the big time was a spot on G Unit's triple platinum album "Beg For Mercy". Appearances on albums by Young Buck, 50 Cent, Lil Scrappy, E-40, De La Soul and Freeway followed firmly establishing Jake's place in the hierarchy of top producers in hip hop. 2008 marks a return to the underground for Jake with his debut album "White Van Music" on indie heavyweight Rhymesayers Entertainment. Featuring artists ranging from Young Buck to MF Doom, the album is Jake's first opportunity to direct a project in its entirety.

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16 Response to "Jake One"

  1. Rachel Neilson says:
    February 25, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Kinda chill actually. nice.

    Armageddon says:
    February 25, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    You were not joking about the diverse aspect, this is pretty good stuff. It's always nice to hear stuff like this.

    Unknown says:
    February 25, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    the beat is alright

    Lendo Khar says:
    February 26, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    Cool stuff bro.

    Anonymous says:
    February 26, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    I'm italian and this is the first time I hear a song from this unknow artist here.
    Sound good!

    The Angry Lurker says:
    February 26, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    It's not bad, you would need to hear a bit more from him but not bad.

    Electric Addict says:
    February 26, 2011 at 1:46 AM

    diggin it

    Rahman says:
    February 26, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Good stuff!

    Anonymous. says:
    February 26, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Jake one or Raekwon?

    l33 v4n cl33f says:
    February 26, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    great rapper, love the beats too

    Something Concupiscible says:
    February 26, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Sounds good to me. Thanks for sharing.

    Anonymous says:
    February 26, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    nicee, hes pretty good.

    Zakk says:
    February 26, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Awesome! Glad I'm following!

    ed says:
    February 26, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    definitely underrated

    mamtc says:
    February 26, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    no offense meant. felt like I heard hip-hop,classical,rock and pop all at same time

    Joe Somebody says:
    February 26, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Kind of reminds me of some of dres new beats.

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