Konstantinos Karakolis
Konstantinos Karakolis
In a momentous release, widely-celebrated rapper Westside Gunn has finally shared the 10th and final installment of his long-running Hitler Wears Hermes mixtape series, titled 10. Featuring guest appearances from the likes of Doe Boy, DJ Drama, A$AP Rocky, Busta Rhymes, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Run The Jewels and many more, the 12-track project once again puts Westside Gunn’s unmatched creative talents on display. Here are our favorite producers who contributed to shaping the sound of the record.
Production credits on “Super Kick Party,” “Peppas,” “BDP” and “God Is Love”
Conductor Williams has been working closely with Westside Gunn for some time now, contributing to four tracks off 10, while having lent his production skills to a number of songs off the artist’s 2021 album Hitler Wears Hermes. The two started collaborating after Westside Gunn discovered him on Instagram, while he has also worked alongside the likes of Mach-Hommy, Rome Streetz and more.
Production credits on “Red Death”
The Alchemist has cemented himself as one of the most prolific producers of his generation, boasting a sample-heavy and unique style. He has contributed to iconic Kendrick Lamar songs, such as “FEAR.” and “We Cry Together,” while having co-produced for the likes of Eminem, Mac Miller, ScHoolboy Q and Benny the Butcher. He has also teamed up with artists such as Action Bronson, Curren$y, Lunice, Freddie Gibbs and more for collaborative albums.
Production credits on “Shootouts In Soho” and “Nigo Louis”
Denny Laflare is part of production group The Heartbreakers alongside Conductor Williams and Camoflauge Monk, signed to Westside Gunn’s label Griselda Records. He released his mostly-instrumental mixtape Jewels of the Wild back in 2019, and has worked extensively alongside Westside Gunn throughout his career.
Production credits on “Science Class”
Hailing from New York, Swiss Beatz initially got recognition for his work with iconic rapper DMX, and went on to launch his record label Ruff Ryders Entertainment back in 2021. He has signed artists such as Cassidy and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and has worked with everyone from Jay-Z and Lil Wayne to Kendrick Lamar and Drake.
The full list of producers who contributed to 10 includes The Alchemist, Conductor Williams, Denny Laflare, Elijah Hooks, Flygodmir, Mike Shabb, Pete Rock, RZA and Swizz Beatz.