Westside Gunn with Conway the Machine, DJ Premier, and more

Buffalo's Conway the Machine, co-founder of Griselda Records, is famed for his gritty bars and menacing delivery. Surviving a near-fatal shooting, he embraced a slower flow with a unique slur. Debuting with *From King to a God* and the acclaimed *God Don't Make Mistakes*, he's achieved a prolific career. Known for tracks like "Bang" with Eminem and collaborations with Method Man. He now focuses on his own label, Drumwork, continuing his legacy with works like *Won't He Do It*.

Brooklyn-born DJ Premier, key '90s hip-hop producer, co-founded Gang Starr. Known for raw, distinct beats on classics by Nas, Biggie, Jay-Z. Collaborated with Snoop, Lil Wayne.

Bronx-born Pete Rock, a pioneer of boom bap hip-hop, rose with C.L. Smooth in the '90s; known for soulful beats, Grammy nods, and collaborations with Common, Smoke DZA, & more.