Draft:Great John (Music)

Great John Music

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Background

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Great John Music, often simply referred to as Great John, is an American music producer recognized for his contributions to the Brooklyn drill music scene. He is known for his work with artists such as Sheff G, Sleepy Hallow, and Uncle Murda, producing tracks with heavy bass lines, syncopated drum patterns, and dark melodic undertones. He has worked with several well-known artists, including Sheff G, Sleepy Hallow, and Uncle Murda, developing a distinctive production style with heavy bass lines, syncopated drum patterns, and dark melodic undertones.[1] He has collaborated with numerous prominent artists, including Sheff G, Sleepy Hallow, and Uncle Murda, and is recognized for his distinctive production style, which blends heavy bass lines, syncopated drum patterns, and dark melodic undertones. He has collaborated with numerous prominent artists, including Sheff G, Sleepy Hallow, and Uncle Murda, and is recognized for his distinctive production style, which blends heavy bass lines, syncopated drum patterns, and dark melodic undertones.

Career

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Great John began his career producing tracks for local New York artists, gradually gaining recognition within the hip-hop community. His breakthrough came through collaborations with Sheff G and Sleepy Hallow, two leading figures in Brooklyn drill. Tracks like "No Suburban, Pt. 2" by Sheff G and "Deep End Freestyle" by Sleepy Hallow are noted for their production quality, helping shape the modern Brooklyn drill sound.[2][3]

In addition to drill music, Great John has shown versatility by working across multiple genres within hip-hop, blending melodic elements and experimenting with trap influences. His work has been streamed over 30 billion times across various platforms, indicating a significant reception of his work across audiences.

Collaborations

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Great John is closely associated with Winners Circle Entertainment, the label founded by Sheff G and Sleepy Hallow. He has contributed to many of the label's major releases, supporting the recognition of Brooklyn drill beyond the local scene. He has also worked with other notable artists, including Uncle Murda, contributing to projects that reached audiences both locally and internationally.

Style and Influence

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Great John's production style features intense, atmospheric beats combined with melodic elements and hard-hitting drums. His use of haunting melodies and rapid hi-hats is a characteristic of Brooklyn drill. Great John has influenced the evolution of drill music in New York, inspiring a number of artists and producers to adopt similar techniques. His use of haunting melodies and rapid hi-hats has become synonymous with Brooklyn drill. Producers and fans alike credit Great John with helping to shape the evolution of drill music in New York, influencing a new wave of artists and producers who have adopted similar techniques.

Discography Highlights

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Great John has an extensive catalog of productions, including contributions to several albums and singles that have performed well on streaming platforms. His productions have featured prominently on projects such as Sheff G's "One and Only" and Sleepy Hallow's "Sleepy for President."

Notable Works

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  • "No Suburban, Pt. 2" by Sheff G
  • "Deep End Freestyle" by Sleepy Hallow
  • "2020 Wrap Up" by Uncle Murda

Recognition

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Great John’s work has been recognized for its role in shaping the modern sound of Brooklyn drill. His production contributions have been featured in several popular songs that have amassed millions of streams on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. His influence has supported the rise of drill music, both in New York City and globally.

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- [AllMusic Profile](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/great-john-mn0003944594) - [Great John's Official Website](https://www.greatjohnmusic.com/home) - [Great John on SoundCloud](https://soundcloud.com/greatjohnmusic) - [Great John on Apple Music](https://music.apple.com/us/artist/great-john/1448187072) - [Producer To Watch: Great John - iHipHop](https://www.ihiphop.com/producer-to-watch-great-john/) - [Great John on YouTube Studio Session](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nh-TSWxmi28) - [Repeat Replay Article on Great John](https://repeatreplay.com/great-john-on-the-beat-by-the-way) - [Sleepy Hallow Teases Upcoming Album Full Of Production From 'Deep End' Producer Great John - HipHopDX](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.60429/title.sleepy-hallow-teases-upcoming-album-full-of-production-from-deep-end-producer-great-john) - [Great John's Discography](https://www.greatjohnmusic.com/music) - [Great John on Instagram](https://instagram.com/greatjohnmusic) - [Great John on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/greatjohn)