Some are soulful. Some are total masters of the beat. Some are heroes of the rock world. No matter their background, Akai Pro artists are innovative and talented performers and producers. Below is a complete list of Akai Pro Artists. Want to become one yourself? Visit our Artist Application page and submit your information today!
- The Alchemist
- The Alchemist is a hip-hop producer who has produced for many of hip-hop's leading artists and has been hailed as “one of the top producers in the game.” Whether or not you know his name, chances are, you know his work on some of the biggest projects by name-brand artists.
- DiViNCi
- As a founding member of the Orlando-based Hip Hop super-group Solillaquists of Sound, DiViNCi continues to use MPCs in ways that audiences the world over have never seen before.
- DJ DBEFEKT
- This Akai Pro artist is making waves with not one or two, but three Akai Pro products. Learn more about what he's done with the APC40, MPK49 and MPD32.
- Brad Fernquist
- The Goo Goo Dolls have rocked audiences thanks in part to the talented work of guitarist Brad Fernquist. What you may not know is that he loves his MPC1000.
- Doc Ish
- Artist and music producer Doc Ish is relatively new to all of the fame he acquired with his Grammy win for Eminem's "We Made You." That hasn't stopped him from driving even harder for more success.
- Bernie Kenerson
- Bernie Kenerson is recognized as a an innovator and master of the EWI. He has been playing electric wind instruments since 1978. He has three Art of the EWI releases that feature the EWI4000s and EWIUSB.
- SOL MESSIAH
- Based in the Southern hip-hop hotbed of Atlanta, GA, Sol Messiah is a DJ and producer who has created and shaped tracks for the likes of Nappy Roots, Chamillionaire, Dead Prez, and many more.
- Tim Izo Orindgreff
- Tim Izo Orindgreff is a multi-instrumentalist in the Black Eyed Peas Band. He’s also an enthusiastic Akai Professional artist, performing with the MPC5000, MPK49, MPK25, LPK25, and EWI USB with the Peas. We spent some quality time with Izo.
- Keith Shocklee
- Keith Shocklee is not only an avid user of Akai Pro's APC40, MPK61, MPK mini and MPD16, he is also listed as one of the greatest producers in Hip Hop. Check out the list of artists he's produced including Janet Jackson, Run DMC and more.
- Steve Tavaglione
- Musician/Sound Designer Steve Tavaglione is serious about music. How serious? He has worked on dozens of blockbuster films like the Finding Nemo, American Beauty, A Bug’s Life, and many more.
- Trans-X
- Living on Video lit up dance floors around the world when it became an instant 80's dance hit. We spoke with Trans-X's Pascal Languirand about his recent use of the APC40. Read the interview to learn more.
- Tricky Stewart
- Tricky Stewart has worked with some of the biggest names in music including Beyonce, Rihanna, Usher and Katy Perry. He uses the MPC and we interviewed him just for you.
- Araab Muzik
- Aaraab Muzik came to prominence by dropping the freshest Dipset beats imaginable on his custom MPC2500. His popular You Tube videos are just the start for this MPC performer.
- DJ Nu-Mark
- Recognized for his work in Jurassic 5, Nu-Mark is responsible for half of the production of the gold-selling group’s body of work, and his innovative DJ routines and creative on-stage antics have made him a favorite of crowds all over the world.
- Dub Gabriel
- Producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist Dub Gabriel is no stranger in the worlds of rock, dub, world and electronic music. With three full-length solo albums under his belt...
- Foster the People
- Foster the People is an L.A. based indie rock band that's showing up everywhere from SNL to a city near you. They also use the Akai Pro MPK61 performance keyboard controller. Check out our exclusive video interview with them!
- Julien-K
- Electronic music pioneers Julien-K are no strangers to Akai Pro gear. We caught up with Amir Derakh of Julien-K in this exclusive interview about and their use of the MPK49 on stage and in studio.
- LowHero.DLL
- Jonathan Chalker has been creating and producing edgy electronic music since 1990. He proudly employs the MPK61 MIDI Performance Keyboard for all his audio compositions.
- Mark Mahoney
- Mark Mahoney describes himself as an ambient/experimental musician, but often his music will embrace other genres as well. His compositions take the listener through mysterious inner journeys that have many musical twists and turns.
- Trent Reznor - NINE INCH NAILS
- Nine Inch Nails (NIN) has two Grammy Awards to its name, and Time magazine named Trent Reznor one of the most influential people in America in 1997. He's been using Akai Pro gear for years and Trent recently picked up an APC40.
- Michael Phillips
- Soulful and smart, Michael Phillips is a true entertainer, who has practically made a new expressive art form with his EWI4000s.
- The One Am Radio
- Hrishikesh Hirway has had a long music career, performing under "The One AM Radio". Living in the world of blending acoustic instruments and samples, he' uses the MPD26 performance controller.
- Pete Townshend
- This iconic singer, songwriter is the backbone of legendary rock band, The Who and a hugely successful solo artist. Pete tried the APC40 and admits he's addicted to it.
- Veela
- Veela says she was influenced by Enya, Loreena McKinnit and Zara Tellander. Once she put those inspirations to her APC40, things really started taking off.
- James Venable
- Multiple award-winning composer James Venable has scored films including Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, Jersey Girl and most recently Zack and Miri Make a Porno and American Carol. James uses an MPC1000. See why in our interview.
