Radio LBB: I Made a Beat Tape

I’ve always been drawn to making music. My time studying Commercial Music almost 20 years ago in London is where it all kicked off. Surrounded by raw talent, I started experimenting with beats for artists who were making waves - Genesis Elijah, Teej, Terra Slim, and The Underground Alliance (Ed Skrein, Doobie, and Graziela). 

For me, it’s all about the process. Digging through samples (that we can use!), finding a sound that clicks, chopping it up, layering effects, and building something new - there’s a certain flow to it. It’s a creative outlet that runs parallel to my work as a music supervisor, and it keeps me connected to the craft on a personal level.

I’m constantly inspired by the producers I work with. Listening to music all day and seeing their approach pushes me to create on my own. When my first son was born, I found some  downtime - usually around one to three am when the world is quiet I can stick on my headphones and make noise. That’s when I decided to get back into making beats, just for fun. Armed with a Splice account and a new keyboard, I started putting things together.

Getting back into the creative process also gave me a new respect for the collaborators I work with every day. Seeing how quickly and clearly they can turn an idea into something tangible is impressive, and it reminded me how much goes into making a track sound effortless and quality.

The Splice of Life is a collection of beats, sketches and demos that move across hip-hop, grime, and trap. It’s a reflection of where I’m at creatively. I’m not a traditional composer and certainly do not consider myself as one, but using platforms like Splice helps producers like me bring authentic, credible sounds to life and ultimately be more creative.