Stephen ''Di Genius'' Talks Vybz kartel, Mavado & More | The Buss Earz Podcast Episode 30

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  • Опубликовано: 22 окт 2024
  • Stephen talks about being surrounded by music from a very young age to becoming one of the most influential dancehall producers of his time. Di Genius recalls making music with Vybz Kartel and Mavado as well as other Dancehall artists. Also he explains the business side of the music and explains why he moved to the states and how much it benefitted his career. from working with John Legend, Drake, Shakira and more. follow his IG / digenius1
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  • @DaleElliottTV
    @DaleElliottTV  2 года назад +109

    REMEMBER TO LEAVE ALL CRITQUES. I AM LEARNING AND I WANT TO BE BETTER. FEEDBACK IS IMPRTANT TO ME NO MATTER HOW HARSH! LET ME HAVE IT. I WANT TO BE BETTER!! SUBSCRIBE

    • @TamekadouglasTV
      @TamekadouglasTV 2 года назад +4

      You didn’t mention Buju album Shiloh

    • @RuchNott
      @RuchNott 2 года назад +8

      Tappi shouting. Anyhoo. I enjoyed this episode. Maybe break it into 2 shorter episodes. Ijs some ppl won't want to stay tuned in for a whole hour.

    • @gregking4395
      @gregking4395 2 года назад +5

      Your whole approach to this interview has improved a thousand percent 👍🏿 since the last one keep grinding and growing. The lighting is perfect and the background is nice as well

    • @joanewan
      @joanewan 2 года назад +3

      I love the conversation and everything. The only thing I would work on is the lightening a little. Overall good job!

    • @beeno62
      @beeno62 2 года назад +3

      Good work. Stay on this same path. The more interviews you do you will gain more experience. Great work especially compared to others who have been doing it before you.

  • @kirkxqlusiv7159
    @kirkxqlusiv7159 2 года назад +29

    I am a DJ and I miss playing Juggling Riddims in dancehall. Di Genius has a lot hit Riddims. and produced music for Two of the Greatest Artiste in 2000s era Vybz Kartel and Mavado.

  • @gregorycoley9424
    @gregorycoley9424 2 года назад +98

    This is the most educative interview u will find from a Jamaican musician I’ve ever seen “ever” RESPECT!

  • @mervin_prolific3303
    @mervin_prolific3303 2 года назад +79

    Probably the most prolific producer from Jamaica, hit rhythm and hit sounds 🔥🔥🔥

    • @kmc4747
      @kmc4747 2 года назад +2

      For sure 1 of the greats

    • @shotta_way
      @shotta_way 2 года назад +3

      Yh but Notnice up deh too.

    • @kmc4747
      @kmc4747 2 года назад

      That's right

    • @dervalwilson9058
      @dervalwilson9058 2 года назад

      Dave Kelly nd Toni Kelly is the most prolific..genius is great also

    • @zakariayusuf6624
      @zakariayusuf6624 Год назад

      Don carleone have them big riddim
      Maddest thing dat

  • @shanicewheatle1800
    @shanicewheatle1800 2 года назад +126

    We need back Stephen in dancehall asap

    • @keshaunwelsh2805
      @keshaunwelsh2805 2 года назад +7

      never left

    • @leroysameul6377
      @leroysameul6377 2 года назад +4

      Him sellout dancehall

    • @djnaseem2493
      @djnaseem2493 2 года назад +2

      @@leroysameul6377 Yh man him fi do more dancehall juggling

    • @leroysameul6377
      @leroysameul6377 2 года назад +3

      @@djnaseem2493 sellout fam

    • @drekogamingyt876
      @drekogamingyt876 2 года назад +17

      @@leroysameul6377 Man Justt talk bout how di man sell???You ago constantly work inna one space with no moving??ya dunce n it obvious

  • @derronmiller3451
    @derronmiller3451 2 года назад +31

    Di Genius changed the game..Every Riddim was epic 📌📌📌

  • @TheMythDiaries
    @TheMythDiaries 2 года назад +21

    I really love how these interviews flow like a conversation instead of constant questions. It’s so organic and entertaining to watch and learn about the “behind the scenes” aspect of music. Excellent job Dale! This aguh reach far.

  • @starburyt7344
    @starburyt7344 2 года назад +55

    One of the most talented & equally humble of producers. Listening & being able to relate makes the interview even more "better". Big up Elliot fi da 1 ya

  • @evaja1274
    @evaja1274 2 года назад +34

    You're fortunate to get this young legend on your show, congrats man🙂🙌

  • @r3dpanda971
    @r3dpanda971 2 года назад +15

    He was so so humble in high school. We had the hypest stage shows though cuz a ber big artist him mek come perform.

  • @kiylevernon6780
    @kiylevernon6780 2 года назад +27

    I think the production and the chemistry of the artist /producers back then is unmatched .big up Stephen ,baddest /one of the greats of our time .. up dale

  • @jahboltz8955
    @jahboltz8955 2 года назад +37

    This is a BIG link up Dale ... Stephen is the best from our Havendale days ... pity we all have to leave Jamaica. I am loving this session.

  • @KamaliLowe
    @KamaliLowe 2 года назад +21

    Yo Stephen! This one is not evil, this one is to uplift the people. People would say we can't live in the past, but in 2009 was the best era for dancehall we need more of that congregation in riddims.

  • @KamaliLowe
    @KamaliLowe 2 года назад +8

    "Can't Take We life" and "Be careful" is two MAAD tune that i listen on replay can't play one without the other. "Protected" mad same way

  • @garrymaxwell300
    @garrymaxwell300 2 года назад +37

    Yow Dale big up yuhself bro. This interview is life. Years we've wanted some insight Into one of the greatest producers ever!! This is a class work bro. Perfection!!!!! Stephen was just on point and flowing. The ease and naturalness of this interview is refreshing!!! Damn good work bro!!!!! Keep it up

  • @jevonreid9337
    @jevonreid9337 2 года назад +14

    Ik this man music anywhere I hear it. Controlla was a surprise .
    Truth is whether or not you know who produced a track or riddim your spirit has a way of attracting/gravitating to that source. Stephen is gifted and ICONIC.

  • @1DNAFamily
    @1DNAFamily 2 года назад +11

    Mavado Gangsta For Life is 1 a di best album out of dancehall also, almost if not every song hit.

  • @shermyers176
    @shermyers176 2 года назад +12

    I'm so glad that I came across this podcast. I've missed Steven McGregor on the dancehall scene. I grew up admiring his productions and the authenticity of his productions. I can't can't pick a favorite riddim because they're all so versatile.

  • @gavainemattison5924
    @gavainemattison5924 2 года назад +17

    Really like the idea of this being more of a convo rather than like an interview

  • @andersonsagropark8982
    @andersonsagropark8982 2 года назад +17

    This podcast definitely has its place. The newcomers need this knowledge. Wi likkle but wi talawah explained from a musical perspective. The newcomers need this knowledge. Two legends great interview👍🇯🇲

  • @alib180
    @alib180 2 года назад +12

    It got easier but the sound of it is so different because it’s easier; it’s not authentic or natural. But when artists come together it’s so like authentic & real. I loved that era! ‼️🔥

  • @cheapthrills9251
    @cheapthrills9251 2 года назад +23

    Next level shit!!!!! Idk how u pull this off bro cause Stephen nuh di interview fi everybody!!!!! Great works bro 🙏🏾🙏🏾 more success

  • @Fifthelement203
    @Fifthelement203 2 года назад +3

    I love how Stephen pays homage to the legends and the culture. You can’t know where your going if you don’t know where your from. N his love and respect for the music and those that came before is a big part of his success.

  • @bradenfrombasketball
    @bradenfrombasketball 2 года назад +7

    Remember to keep the focus on him and leave time for him to think upon de question.

  • @THEkamOfficial__
    @THEkamOfficial__ 2 года назад +9

    Uncle Dale dem a tune in NOWWW love dat fi yuh unc bless up yuh self 💯❤️

  • @shereecoke6832
    @shereecoke6832 2 года назад +12

    All the way up!!! Loved this. This was a real Guiness moment. Big ship sailing. Congratulations to both of you ❤️

  • @shawnscarlett2666
    @shawnscarlett2666 2 года назад +11

    Stephen Di Genius, the baddest producer 🔥🔥🔥

  • @suzieflawless8236
    @suzieflawless8236 2 года назад +2

    The voice is loud and the reasoning is raw. Can’t find anything negative to say this podcast is like regular conversations that we share with our peers on a daily basis. Just continue with the same energy it’s a breath of fresh air.

  • @newgenna_intl
    @newgenna_intl 2 года назад +8

    Stephen is a real motivation for the yute them , mi literally a medz the interview on a different scale

  • @celebmedia5241
    @celebmedia5241 2 года назад +5

    Gaza and gully a one link when it comes on to reminiscent god know, both artist did a lot for us and them. Best days a mi life in dancehall dem time deh o was in school.......youths put some respect on kartel,movado,steven,notice all a dem man yah name 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙌🙌🙌🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🙏🙏🙏

  • @2sweet876
    @2sweet876 2 года назад +18

    I love the conversation. You’re doing great, Dale.

  • @royalefazeentertainment
    @royalefazeentertainment 2 года назад +3

    Di Genius will always be Di Genius🔥🔥🔥 1 King...Giant at a young age, Favorite Producer no doubt, n to watch the growth even betta🔥🔥🔥💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿🏆🏆🏆

  • @christophersenior5014
    @christophersenior5014 2 года назад +6

    Great interview. .... eh yooww sstteeeeppphhheennnnnn... LEGEND

  • @jade-roku
    @jade-roku 2 года назад +5

    Real talk Every song on chronology was a hit. Deserved a Grammy

  • @steadyremzmuzicofficial
    @steadyremzmuzicofficial 2 года назад +8

    One of the living legends we need to give him credit now big up for this informative interview appreciate your contribution to the dancehall culture.

  • @romarioemery3119
    @romarioemery3119 2 года назад +3

    Stephen mek my high school days well enjoyed wit his beats and the artist that worked on then..

  • @DancehallXpose
    @DancehallXpose 2 года назад +4

    Stephen youngest person to see major league success independently 🔥💯🥶

  • @racquellaughtravellive
    @racquellaughtravellive 2 года назад +2

    I absolutely loved this reasoning with Stephen. The most prolific statement he stated was "moving to chase discomfort to be better at his craft" !.. what a worrrrd! Big up!

  • @TheTrombonestar
    @TheTrombonestar Год назад +1

    This is what you can a REAL INTERVIEW. Need more of this.

  • @just_a_kween
    @just_a_kween 2 года назад +8

    He was also a writer on controlla too. So big stuff

  • @beatstreetmedia
    @beatstreetmedia 2 года назад +1

    The musical child prodigy himself. Dare I say Stephen curated my entire teenage musical experience. From his reintroduction of dancehall fusion to the industry and the back-to-back hit riddims, to the ability to not only pull top-tier acts together on one juggling project but also new acts like Bramma and Laden, this man is a legend who deserves his flowers while he can still smell them. When his focus shifted to higher things outside Ja, you felt the migration. You felt the impact on the sound and the shift in the culture. You felt the loss. But man, did this man form part of an exciting era which saw discourse about daggering music, Gaza vs Gully, genre-fusing...and he also aced as a recording artist himself ('Don't Cry' being my fav record of his). I have so much respect and reverence for him and the talented McGregors. Truly 'Di Genius'. Salute!

  • @coreyderby4127
    @coreyderby4127 2 года назад +7

    Bredda this interview is GOLDEN

  • @RudeMafia
    @RudeMafia 2 года назад +3

    Stephen (Di Genius) McGregor! One of the best producers out of 🇯🇲 Great conversation 🙌

  • @michaeljays2598
    @michaeljays2598 2 года назад +3

    One of the most humble producers yet successful on another level man should change him name to Stephen is giant 🔥

  • @2sweet876
    @2sweet876 2 года назад +6

    It’s great seeing Steven too. BIG SHIP!!!🔥

  • @tremendously5011
    @tremendously5011 2 года назад +3

    Great great interview dale big up Di Genius very very creative human being Gwan dweet bro mi proud of unnu both gwan mekk Jamaica proud 👊🏾👊🏾

  • @superkev5659
    @superkev5659 Год назад +2

    Maan I really enjoy this segment you should start do segments with the dancehall producer them this was super great. I hope one day Vybz Kartel ,Mavado & Elephant Man do a dancehall album in the future that would be epic 💯

  • @andrecampbell9106
    @andrecampbell9106 2 года назад +3

    One of my biggest influences, big up G for always being a game changer & innovator in our music ✊🏾

  • @Denzelmusic
    @Denzelmusic 2 года назад +4

    Love the conversation! It felt like I was right there. Big up yuhself dale! Stephen big up yuhself mi producer!! Dem man deh inspire me

  • @AFCGooner87
    @AFCGooner87 2 года назад +8

    *Secure di mic dem Dale so your guest can relax while speaking!*

  • @TheWatcher876
    @TheWatcher876 2 года назад +3

    Mannn!!! do the doo!!! nothing but growth from the channel start. keep it up Dale

  • @latoyafate9511
    @latoyafate9511 2 года назад +3

    REALLY miss Chronixx too❗🤞🏽🎉🎉🎉🎉 can't wait for him to reemerge ... he's mainly doing calibrations now.

  • @kemarlastking4099
    @kemarlastking4099 2 года назад +6

    Yo Stephen a legend, great interview big up buss earz podcast

  • @kingwalker718
    @kingwalker718 2 года назад +5

    We need a mavado interview next gully side 4life

  • @Sjfibonacci
    @Sjfibonacci 2 года назад +1

    I could listen to Stephen speak all day. Man is smart af and Dale asked some really good questions.

  • @kadiangraham4450
    @kadiangraham4450 2 года назад +2

    Talented genius but yet so humble..very intelligent young man

  • @ryanknuckle5006
    @ryanknuckle5006 2 года назад +1

    Me used to listen radio every Friday for when Stephen drop him new riddim so me can go download it pon limewire 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @JustWingin_It
    @JustWingin_It 5 месяцев назад

    Dale this interview was more like a conversation. You did your research and you know your stuff. You weren’t trying to find answers but you knew a lot as well. Enjoyment man

  • @KiprichRAraya
    @KiprichRAraya 2 года назад +1

    Stephen respect from Costa Rica breddah ya a Don king dancehall miss ya please come back fi it and tek out some shunes too ya a GENIUS 🫡🔥💣🌎

  • @Kvng_didi
    @Kvng_didi 2 года назад +9

    Great interview 🔥🔥🔥

  • @seagal84
    @seagal84 2 года назад +4

    This was awesome, real next level ish

  • @AndreBeckford
    @AndreBeckford 2 года назад +3

    We a wait pon a Chronixx North America tour fi a while now. We ready!

  • @djboe5702
    @djboe5702 2 года назад +1

    As a musician attending edna Manley, I'll like to meet Steven. He remind me of my self.

  • @rogerhogarth2538
    @rogerhogarth2538 2 года назад +4

    Very good interview I really learn alot from the business side ...nuff respect

  • @tradingthomo5032
    @tradingthomo5032 2 года назад +1

    love this real genuine conversation easiest interview ever , even for the shy genius. top class in every sense . humility at its best Genius 👌🏾 👍🏽

  • @bradenfrombasketball
    @bradenfrombasketball 2 года назад +5

    I love the energy here.

  • @jayproducer80
    @jayproducer80 2 года назад +5

    Great Show Stephens a great inspiration to dancehall and other genres definately!!!

  • @JehuWhite
    @JehuWhite 9 месяцев назад

    Mi memba dem Kartel and Mavado song deh. Stephen is a Genius fi real.
    Secondly, a di most pleasant bredda mi Eva see

  • @vybzman1054
    @vybzman1054 2 года назад +1

    Am sooo happy to see the legendary producer ina music nuff information fi the younger artiste in the business this need fi go viral💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯share share share..yow genius we need sum more bad riddims change the game again nothing naa gwaan ina music....

  • @botengu5728
    @botengu5728 Год назад

    First interview I hear of him, my respect grew even bigger for him! I've been a huge fan of the powercut riddim from the time it came out!

  • @reneishaharris9424
    @reneishaharris9424 Год назад

    Bless up pon this interview Dale! Really good! Big up Stephen di genius!

  • @JustWingin_It
    @JustWingin_It 5 месяцев назад

    The man just humble so! Omg I love his humility. The man deevn did wah the ppl dem know a him produce dem song deh. Dale seh him wudda hype with it 😅 but it’s true alotta ppl wudda make it get to them head.
    I didn’t even know Stephen produced all these songs

  • @crazycrazy9398
    @crazycrazy9398 2 года назад +2

    Big Interview this dale.... Steven a genius 👏 🙌.... I would love to learn producing from him, even if I have to pay for my lessons.

  • @tythagreat1channel576
    @tythagreat1channel576 2 года назад +1

    The interview I always wanted to watch tbh. Bless up the genius

  • @OFFICIALSKYLEVELENTERTAINMENT
    @OFFICIALSKYLEVELENTERTAINMENT 2 года назад +1

    Yow. This is the ONLY interview I’ve listened and everytime mi a check the timeline and hope it nuh soon done. Would listen this all day

  • @daymakerking3064
    @daymakerking3064 2 года назад +1

    This gully and Gaza back in the days it was really interested to me when Movado and Vybz Kartel was Clashing the hold Jamaica was on fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥 LOL....Both artists is my artist no one win The Clash just entertainment these artists now a days cannot lock down Jamaica like Vybz Kartel and Movado lockdown Jamaica Genius Big up good reasoning good interview peace.

  • @romariodaleyja
    @romariodaleyja 2 года назад +5

    Great interview bro 👊🏾💯

  • @marquisebartley9701
    @marquisebartley9701 2 года назад +5

    I can't believe I sit down and watch this entire interview..it was a good episode it wasn't boring

  • @carltonmalcolm5029
    @carltonmalcolm5029 Год назад

    This was a great interview with you and the Genius.I enjoyed his knowledge and humility in representing the music on a whole. I don’t have to say keep on doing what you are doing,because it is already your passion and your destiny.Bless.

  • @dancehallriddimcorrection6200
    @dancehallriddimcorrection6200 2 года назад +1

    Yo was needed u ask all the questions that needed to be ask . Best interview

  • @omarhasan03
    @omarhasan03 2 года назад

    Will never forget the first time I heard, "Top Shotta Nuh Miss" and thinking the person that create that riddum straight madman!

  • @ryanknuckle5006
    @ryanknuckle5006 2 года назад +2

    Greatest producer me ever see man is great he ran a whole decade

  • @lizasargeant1082
    @lizasargeant1082 2 года назад +2

    Educative interview, well done congratulations. Never stop learning because life never stop teaching. Best wishes always to you Guys.

  • @basilsaunders2108
    @basilsaunders2108 2 года назад +2

    Very informative, Thanks. the business aspect of music i never had the knowledge. Now i do

  • @beeno62
    @beeno62 2 года назад +9

    Would love for him and Alkaline to do some work.

  • @ttautogarages
    @ttautogarages 2 года назад

    Me glad Steven seh people cuss Him. Look now every 1 a praise vybzekartel an vado. War.. Jamaica never appreciate. Until you gone.... Big 🆙 the real 1s. Dem

  • @vibezwithsara4357
    @vibezwithsara4357 2 года назад +2

    nice interview his journey is amazing keep it up

  • @MJ21H
    @MJ21H 2 года назад +1

    Gully til death, neva sell out yet 🎶 Big up di Genius!

  • @jabarijones2171
    @jabarijones2171 2 года назад +1

    I understand the magnitude of the Charly Black song and I love it but no other song I’ve heard like “ no letting go “ by Wayne Wonder abroad by foreign stations. Di Genius Big Up yuhself , Dale yuh find the formula mi G

  • @muma4421
    @muma4421 2 года назад

    Really love how humble Stephen is. He truly is Di Genius.

  • @latoyafate9511
    @latoyafate9511 2 года назад +1

    The technological term is *algorithm* ... once the *robots* detect your music algorithm. Then it is you the owner who gets the CREDIT or rights, for being the original creator. 🔥🤞🏽❗🇯🇲🎸 love your music ... Love your acting BTW.

  • @dawkashadez1068
    @dawkashadez1068 2 года назад +2

    Jah know Dale me nah go lie to you me love the interview with you and Di Genius you guys really motivate because I do write music but I haven't gotten a chance to voice any of them as yet but I hope one day I get the chance to voice, but as Genius said am not a hype person but I would consider myself to voice for Genius real talk breddah anytime,here me nuh just keep up the good work bro and nuff blessings Genius.

  • @kevon8781
    @kevon8781 2 года назад

    This one of the most insightful interviews for dancehall history. This should help the youths in Jamaica looking to venture in the music industry.

  • @Trysumting
    @Trysumting 2 года назад +1

    First podcast me listen from start to end. Very informative for a young Jamaican American, really good work

  • @dreamingpain
    @dreamingpain 2 года назад +2

    “Stephen McGregor nuh fi see cause him a Sixteen” Kartel 🔥🔥🔥

  • @StrapdonMachiavelli
    @StrapdonMachiavelli 2 года назад +2

    This one inspirational 💯👏🏾

  • @DailyHappeningz
    @DailyHappeningz 2 года назад +6

    Quality podcast!

  • @ThisIzGrizzly
    @ThisIzGrizzly Год назад

    I remember I think 2009 or 2008 I went to Big Ship with my Dad Mandingo (producer of Sugar Minott Every Little Ting) and met Stephen and we did hold a reasoning about the riddims he was making and he also said He listened to Grime (UK genre) and he took some inspiration from it. Di Genius is a humble brother and really talented it was a pleasure to meet him back then as I am a artist and Producer that mixes Dancehall into the UK grime sound too.

  • @francisliposhe8202
    @francisliposhe8202 Год назад

    Miss the gully vs gaza days dem him a one of di most influential producers of our time big di genius

  • @sannibrwnin3544
    @sannibrwnin3544 2 года назад +1

    I enjoyed this interview and the seeming humbleness of di genius. Behind the scenes info is always intriguing