When was Madlib born and where did he grow up?
Otis Lee Jackson Jr. was born on the 24th of October 1973 and grew up in Oxnard, California. He began touching a turntable at eleven years old to cut records from his father's collection.
Questions about Madlib
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the significance of the album Madvillainy released in 2004?
The album Madvillainy is a landmark in hip-hop history created through a collaboration between Madlib and the late rapper MF Doom. Production relied on the Boss SP-303 sampler and a turntable after the project was leaked while Madlib was on a trip to Brazil.
Who are the members of the Yesterdays New Quintet project?
Yesterdays New Quintet is a conceptual work featuring a quintet of fictional musicians all played by Madlib himself. The project later incorporated real session musicians alongside his fictional characters to explore the boundaries of jazz and hip-hop.
When was the album Piñata released and who is the collaborator?
The album Piñata was released on the 18th of March 2014 as a collaboration between Madlib and rapper Freddie Gibbs. The duo later released Bandana on the 28th of June 2019 to cement their status as MadGibbs.
What happened to Madlib's home in January 2025?
A devastating wildfire in Los Angeles destroyed Madlib's home in January 2025 resulting in the loss of decades of music and equipment. The fire claimed a significant portion of his personal and professional archive including unreleased tracks and rare vinyl.