Arthur Baker

Arthur Baker, a legendary producer and DJ pivotal in the 1980s dance and hip-hop scenes, shares thrilling tales from his new memoir. He talks about his journey from a music-loving DJ in Boston to creating iconic tracks like 'Planet Rock.' Baker reflects on his early encounters with hip-hop, studio innovations, and the transformative influence of the Roland TR-808. He also discusses the highs and lows of signing artists like New Edition and nearly discovering icons like Mariah Carey and Biz Markie. A captivating dive into music history awaits!