Young Guru

Jay-Z's fidelity expert talks about the love of music, record shopping, and the key to platinum sound.

Interviewer

Jeff Mao

Chairman Mao pens regular columns for XXL, the Ego trip website and other reputable publications, with the precision and insight of a true veteran. As well as co-authoring two books, he’s also produced the TV series ‘The (White) Rapper Show’ with his creative collective ego trip. Jeff has been at the epicentre of the America’s underground hip hop scene for time, while also opening peoples’ ears to the joy of the cover, with his selection of rare versions of classic songs on his ‘Run For Cover’ mixes. Check his ongoing series of shows on RBMA Radio: ‘Across 135th Street’.

Lecture Soundtrack

Jay Z
Streets Is Talking

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Ultramagnetic MCs
Ego Trippin

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Jay Z
IZZO (HOVA)

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Cam'Ron
Oh Boy

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Jay Z
Death Of Autotune

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De La Soul ft DOOM
Rock Co.Kane Flow

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