How is working with Slum Village different than other artists?
Young RJ: With Slum, it’s definitely more of a family atmosphere, a more relaxed scene. MVRemix: You have been working with Slum Village from the start. They have changed members, labels, and even styles. Through the years, how has the chemistry and creative process changed? Young RJ: Well, after Baatin left, we had to find chemistry between the two guys, instead of it being three. That’s the only difference. MVRemix: You were basically were involved with the entire production of Slum Villages self-titled 2005 album released only on Barak Records. How were these sessions different than past Slum Village sessions? Young RJ: It was easy because we just went back to the basics, the classic Slum Village sound. MVRemix: Was producing the entire album Slum Village LP by Slum Village intentional? Young RJ: No, it wasnt. People were sending tracks in, but I was just coming with that heat. Slum picked the best of what everyone had to offer. MVRemix: What song are you most proud of from the self
