

DJ Jazzy Jeff
World-renowned DJ, producer, and hip-hop icon, known for his work with Will Smith as the Fresh Prince.
Top 5 podcasts with DJ Jazzy Jeff
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Aug 19, 2025 • 26min
All About That Bass
Dallas Taylor, host of the 20,000 Hertz podcast and head of DeFacto Sound, joins hip-hop icon DJ Jazzy Jeff to explore the evolution of bass in music. They discuss the revolutionary impact of the Roland TR-808 drum machine, which transformed the sound landscape from scarce bass in vintage tunes to the deep, resonant lows dominating today's hits. They highlight the 808's journey from rejection to becoming a cultural cornerstone, showcasing its significance in shaping hip-hop and other genres, while celebrating music's emotional depth and connectivity.

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May 25, 2025 • 28min
808: The drum machine that changed music forever (Twenty Thousand Hertz)
Dallas Taylor, founder of Defacto Sound and host of '20,000 Hertz', and DJ Jazzy Jeff, the legendary hip-hop icon, dive into the revolution brought by the TR-808 drum machine. They unravel its unlikely journey from being overlooked in the early '80s to becoming a vital force in music across genres like hip hop and pop. Discover how this iconic instrument shaped sounds we know today and hear fascinating anecdotes from musicians who embraced its unique characteristics, cementing the 808's legacy in modern music.

Feb 28, 2024 • 24min
All About That Bass: How pop became obsessed with the 808
Explore the evolution of bass in music, from vintage limitations to today's deep tones. Dive into the impact of the revolutionary 808 drum machine on hip-hop and contemporary genres. Discover how One Plus Buds Three enhance the bass experience for richer listening. Learn about the profound influence of the 808 drum machine on music culture and production.

Sep 26, 2023 • 35min
The Art of Flow (with DJ Jazzy Jeff) ICYMI
DJ Jazzy Jeff, genre icon and expert on flow in hip-hop, discusses the concept of flow in all music, not just hip-hop. The hosts analyze the flow of various rappers, including Biggie and Babytron. They also explore JID's unique flow and the power of flow in creating memorable songs.

Nov 22, 2022 • 36min
The Art of Flow
In hip-hop, what draws us to an artist is not just the content of their lyrics but how they deliver them. Along with tapping your foot to the rhythm, understanding something called “flow” is essential to understanding hip-hop as a whole.In this episode of Switched On Pop, we interview genre icon DJ Jazzy Jeff on the concept of flow: what it is, how it applies to all music – not just hip-hop – and how any rapper’s flow can be analyzed under his guidelines. Taking his word for it, we put our magnifying glasses on to look at the bars of our favorite rappers, from Megan thee Stallion to Babytron.Songs Discussed:
The Notorious B.I.G. - Big Poppa
Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
A Tribe Called Quest - The Hop
Danger Mouse, Black Thought - Aquamarine
BabyTron - Crocs & Wock’
RXKNephew - Take Three
JID - Better Days (feat. Johnta Austin)
Megan Thee Stallion - Not Nice
Megan Thee Stallion - Cocky Af
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