K-DEF

K-Def is a veteran hip-hop producer known for his work during the golden era of East Coast hip-hop and beyond. Hailing from New Jersey, he first gained recognition in the early ‘90s through his collaborations with Marley Marl and as part of the duo Real Live. Over the years, K-Def carved out a reputation for his slick, sample-heavy beats and has worked with legends like Lords of the Underground, Ghostface Killah, and Diddy. His deep knowledge of analog gear and classic production techniques helped him build a sound that stays true to hip-hop’s roots while continuing to evolve.

In recent years, K-Def has kept busy with a stream of instrumental albums and reissues, including The Unpredictable Gemini and Back to the Beat, both of which showcase his precise, sample-driven style. He’s known for digging deep into obscure records to find the perfect loop, often blending vintage soul, funk, and jazz elements into crisp, head-nodding beats. Whether he's remixing classic cuts or dropping fresh original tracks, K-Def remains a go-to name for fans of classic boom-bap and instrumental hip-hop.

Genres

Boom Bap

Jazz Rap

Hip Hop

R&b

Soul

Rap

Funk

East Coast Hip Hop

Instrumental Hip Hop

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Madlib

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Apollo Brown

Lord Finesse

Large Professor

KAYTRANADA

Steve Aoki

Latest Release

Мир! Вашему! Дому! (K-DEF Remix)

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K-DEF

Single - Released September 15, 2023