From Compton to the Bay, Episode 2 of Architects of Sound: Regional Rhythms dives into the architects who made the West Coast bang.
Dr. Dre. DJ Quik. Battlecat. Ant Banks. Shock G. DJ Muggs.
These weren’t just producers — they were visionaries, turning funk, soul, and grit into anthems of California life.

From Compton to the Bay, Episode 2 of Architects of Sound: Regional Rhythms dives into the architects who made the West Coast bang. Dr. Dre. DJ Quik. Battlecat. Ant Banks. Shock G. DJ Muggs. These weren&rsquo;t just producers &mdash; they were visionaries, turning funk, soul, and grit into anthems of California life.

Hip-Hop Snapshots is your daily dose of hip-hop history—quick, insightful, and packed with culture. Hosted by Ross Martinez, this 2-minute podcast is a journey through the beats, rhymes, and legends that shaped the game. From crate-digging deep cuts to untold stories, we're preserving the essence of hip-hop one snapshot at a time.

If you want to understand a culture that’s rich, diverse, and ever-evolving—grab a crate, take a seat, and let’s talk Hip-Hop History.

Hip-Hop Snapshots is your daily dose of hip-hop history&mdash;quick, insightful, and packed with culture. Hosted by Ross Martinez, this 2-minute podcast is a journey through the beats, rhymes, and legends that shaped the game. From crate-digging deep cuts to untold stories, we're preserving the essence of hip-hop one snapshot at a time.
If you want to understand a culture that&rsquo;s rich, diverse, and ever-evolving&mdash;grab a crate, take a seat, and let&rsquo;s talk Hip-Hop History.