Don Cannon is back in Los Angeles and we linked up with the iconic DJ Khalil as he dives into the creation of 50 Cent’s hard-hitting track "I’ll Still Kill," featuring Akon. Khalil goes into his story of being raised in LA and finding his sound, breaking down the process behind crafting the synths with his tailor made sound design, and the layered production that perfectly matches 50’s intensity and Akon’s unforgettable hook From the gritty drums to the catchy chord progressions, Khalil shares insights on how the track came together and the creative decisions that shaped its iconic sound. Don’t miss this deep dive into a true classic
. 0:00 INTRO
1:51 Starting Out
5:47 Meeting Dr.Dre
11:45 Going To Atlanta
21:44 Learning From Dre
25:02 Digital VS Analog 31:34
Kinda Like a Big Deal 36:12
Home Studio VS Pro Studio
41:23 Beat Breakdown
50:25 Final Remarks
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