Lawrence Muggerud, better known as DJ Muggs, is a revered American DJ and producer hailing from Queens, New York, though he later moved to Los Angeles. He gained prominence in the early 1990s as the primary producer for the pioneering hip-hop group Cypress Hill, and he is credited with crafting the group's signature dark, dusty, and bass-heavy sound, which played a crucial role in the evolution of West Coast hip hop and rap.

With a career spanning over three decades, DJ Muggs has established himself as a formidable figure in the music industry, known for his versatility and dexterity in merging different musical styles. His work extends beyond hip-hop, venturing into genres like dubstep, and cross-genre collaborations, lending his production skills to a broad array of artists. In his solo endeavors, such as "Soul Assassins" series, Muggs demonstrates his prowess in beat-making and his keen ear for collaborations, bringing together a host of emcees to rhyme over his cinematic beats. His recent forays include composing scores, as evidenced by releases like "Divinity: Original Motion Picture Score" and "Divinity 2 Infinity: The Odyssey," and continued contributions to the hip hop scene with projects like "Sicilian Gold" and "Soul Assassins 3: Death Valley." DJ Muggs' influence and legacy in the domain of hip-hop production remain indelible, marked by an adventurous spirit that propels him to explore new sonic territories and push the boundaries of traditional music production.

Genres

Alternative Hip Hop

Boom Bap

Drumless Hip Hop

Hardcore Hip Hop

Instrumental Hip Hop

Related Artists

Cypress Hill

The Alchemist

Wu-Tang Clan

Madlib

Action Bronson

RZA

ILL BILL

Evidence

Apathy

Snoop Dogg

Dr. Dre

Mobb Deep

Latest Release

Look What You Made Me Do

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Raz Fresco

Single - Released July 12, 2024