‘They Slept on the South Until the Money Came’ | DJ Squeeky on Dolph, Memphis Mixtape Era + More

DJ Squeeky talks about how he got into producing, reflects on creating the original version of “Looking 4 Da Chewin’,” and also breaks down how he made thousands every week selling mixtapes independently in the ’90s. He also speaks on the types of cars he and his crew were riding after the money started coming in, getting his first record deal after selling thousands of units independently and appearing on BET’s “Rap City,” how Southern artists didn’t receive respect until the money came, and shares his thoughts on how the streaming era has impacted music.

Squeeky reflects on watching Young Dolph grind from the beginning of his career, breaks down how he developed a close bond with Dolph through PRE co-founder DaddyO, touches on Dolph recording Platinum hit “100 Shots” after incident in Charlotte, and describes Dolph’s recording process in the studio. Squeeky also speaks on some of the major artists he’s worked with, shares advice to aspiring producers, speaks on major deals he’s turned down, reveals who he’s listening to from Memphis, touches on how he came up with his legendary “Like This” slogan and more.

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