Mr. Porter on working with Eminem & Royce Da 5’9, the importance of artist development and more
Former D12 member Mr. Porter, a.k.a Kon Artis joins us from quarantine to discuss his work and relationship with giants like Eminem, Royce Da 5’9, J Dilla, as well the importance of developing new talent in episode 119 of the Free Game Podcast!
Musical influences & growing up in Detroit
Producing Eminem’s debut album “Infinite” early in his career
Making the move to real instrumentation by teaching himself to play the piano
Mr. Porter discusses his relationship with J Dilla
How the beat for Stunt 101 ended up being used by 50 Cent
Learning a ‘formula’, and how it can help you push the envelope and create new sounds
How he positioned himself for success with an introverted personality
How discipline and a desire to be heard contributed to his success
Why seeing well-established artists as ‘old’ is bad for yourself & your own future
Why artist development is important, and how he & Royce Da 5’9 are doing this with Heaven Studios
The importance of working on your physical & mental health
His work on the “Yah Yah” record from the Music To Be Murdered By album
Mentoring Royce Da 5’9 as a producer
His upcoming projects
