Hailed as a “music guru” by Rolling Stone and called “the most creative mixtape producer of all–time” by music iconic Questlove, J.PERIOD is a master craftsman: a musical storyteller whose work connects cultures, eras and styles.

J.PERIOD’s resume boasts collaborations with GRAMMY® winners The Roots, Nas, Mary J. Blige, Q–Tip, Common, Ms. Lauryn Hill, comedic genius Dave Chappelle, and Pulitzer Prize–winning Playwright Lin–Manuel Miranda on the Billboard #1 album,The Hamilton Mixtape.

His extensive roster of collaborators, combined with a visionary approach to musical storytelling, has earned comparisons to both DJ Khaled and Ken Burns, and prestigious cultural appointments at The Kennedy Center and Smithsonian NMAAHC. “Make no mistake,” says DJ Booth, “as to the power of J.PERIOD’s impact and influence on hip hop culture.” As a performer, J.PERIOD’s acclaimed “Live Mixtape” series has been featured at The Roots Picnic, Barclays Center, The Kennedy Center, Smithsonian NMAAHC, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and Sony Hall NY, recording one–of–a–kind mixtapes live on–stage with Hip Hop legends including Black Thought, Rakim, Mos Def, Rick Ross, Mobb Deep and more. In 2021, J.PERIOD was featured as the musical guest on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, performing “All In Your Head” feat. Black Thought, Tiffany Gouché & Dave Chappelle from his debut album, Story To Tell (Chapter One).