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The Alchemist Samples
Beverly Hills, CA -- Active 1993-present -- Born Alan Daniel Maman
The Alchemist is a producer and DJ who has worked extensively with Eminem, Mobb Deep, Action Bronson, and Freddie Gibbs. His production style draws from obscure world music, Middle Eastern scales, and Eastern European folk alongside traditional hip-hop sample sources.
The Alchemist samples aggressively from global sources -- Greek rembetika, Turkish arabesk, Israeli pop, and Eastern European folk records. This gives his beats an unmistakable modal and textural quality.
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Notable albums produced
- Mobb Deep -- Blood Money (2006)
- Action Bronson -- Dr. Lecter (2011)
- Freddie Gibbs -- Alfredo (2020)
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