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RJD2 on Soundfly

Ramble Jon Krohn, better known by his stage name RJD2, is a songwriter, composer, and producer celebrated for his genre-defying tunes and versatile sampling-based approach to music. His first album Deadringer was released on label Definitive Jux in 2002 and was widely acclaimed as a landmark in instrumental hip-hop beat making. His online course, RJD2: From Samples to Songs, is available on Soundfly now.

RJD2 explaining his creative process

“Descended From Myth” — RJD2 on Playing With Loopy Math (Video)

In this lesson from RJD2’s From Samples to Songs course, we learn how RJ approached one of his most beloved tracks with a conceptual mindset.

RJD2 in his studio

“Synthetic Substitution” — How RJD2 Samples Soul Records

In this lesson from RJD2’s From Samples to Songs course, we explore how he approaches soul records and one cut in particular… Tune in!

RJD2: Art of Sampling

RJD2 on the Art of Sampling (Video)

In this video premier from RJD2’s new course on Soundfly, he talks about the legacy and art of sampling from a creative, composing standpoint.

RJD2 Smoke & Mirrors

“Smoke and Mirrors” — RJD2 on Crafting a Dramatic Reveal (Video)

In this video borrowed from RJD2’s new course on Soundfly, he explains the arrangement mechanism that drives his song “Smoke & Mirrors.”