The revealing photographs found within the pages of Behind the Beat reveal the creative work spaces of top DJs and music producers. This book is an open invitation to step into the private world of the hip hop home studio and discover its inner workings. Raph Rashid traveled the globe to document the studios and equipment of some of the most influential and heavyweight music creators working today including DJ Premier, J DILLA, DJ Spinna, Skitz, Nextmen, Taskforce, DJ Swamp, DJ Cheapshot, E-Swift, Beyond There, Kut Masta Kurt, Fat Jack, Herbaliser, Runaways, Jehst, Beatminerz, DJ Shadow, DJ Design, Dan the Automator, Chief Xcel, Braintax, Young Einstein, Numark, Cut Chemist and more. This classic tome is back in print for the enjoyment and edification of a new generation of fans and creators., ISBN13: 9781584235101 ISBN10: 1584235101 Material Type: hardcover