{"id":246219,"date":"2025-10-23T13:59:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/246219\/"},"modified":"2025-10-23T13:59:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:59:08","slug":"meet-the-gifted-producer-behind-megans-new-single","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/246219\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the gifted producer behind Megan’s new single"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe Philadelphia talent\u2019s creative mashups earned him collaborations with major artists and a spot on the music industry\u2019s radar\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\tFrom SoundCloud to stadium tours<\/p>\n

A Philadelphia-bred DJ and producer is having a moment that most emerging artists only dream about, and his journey represents everything exciting about modern music discovery. Jacobdior has transformed his bedroom production skills and creative mashups into real-world collaborations with some of the biggest names in entertainment, proving that talent and persistence can still break through in an oversaturated digital landscape.<\/p>\n

His latest milestone arrives this Friday when Megan Thee Stallion releases Lover Girl, a romantic single built around a sample of Total\u2019s 1996 classic Kissin\u2019 You. The track will introduce mainstream audiences to Jacobdior\u2019s signature sound, which blends nostalgic R&B elements with contemporary club energy in ways that feel both familiar and fresh.<\/p>\n



\nBuilding a following through creative remixes<\/p>\n

Jacobdior\u2019s rise began on SoundCloud, where his inventive mashups and remixes caught fire with listeners hungry for something different. The producer has accumulated more than 27,000 followers on the platform, with his catalog generating millions of plays across dozens of tracks. His approach involves pairing unexpected artists together in ways that shouldn\u2019t work but somehow create magic.<\/p>\n

One standout creation mixes Drake and Steve Lacy into a track called Miss Me Til Ur Dark Red, which has racked up 266,000 plays. Another fan favorite combines SZA\u2019s Broken Clocks with Waka Flocka Flame\u2019s No Hands, resulting in a mashup that\u2019s been streamed 1.1 million times. These numbers reflect more than just casual listening; they demonstrate an artist who understands how to tap into nostalgia while keeping things current.<\/p>\n

His presence extends beyond SoundCloud, with impressive engagement on TikTok and Instagram where his visual content and DJ clips reach even wider audiences. The multi-platform approach has helped him build a dedicated fanbase that follows his every release and performance.<\/p>\n

Beyonc\u00e9\u2019s stamp of approval<\/p>\n

The turning point in Jacobdior\u2019s career came earlier this year when Beyonc\u00e9 incorporated his work into her highly anticipated Cowboy Carter Tour. During the opening night in Los Angeles, the superstar performed his Diva x TGIF and Bow Down In My House remixes, giving the emerging producer exposure to thousands of fans in attendance and millions more following along on social media.<\/p>\n

The moment represented validation from one of music\u2019s most selective and influential figures. Beyonc\u00e9\u2019s<\/a> team at Parkwood Entertainment doesn\u2019t casually choose material, making their selection of Jacobdior\u2019s remixes particularly meaningful. He expressed gratitude on social media following the revelation, acknowledging both Parkwood and his supporters for making the opportunity possible.<\/p>\n

This type of organic discovery exemplifies how the industry has evolved. Major artists now regularly scout talent from platforms like SoundCloud, rewarding creativity and innovation over traditional industry connections or expensive marketing campaigns.<\/p>\n

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\nStaying grounded during the climb<\/p>\n

Despite the high-profile cosigns and viral success, Jacobdior maintains a remarkably grounded lifestyle. Recent social media activity showed him working at a restaurant in Pennsylvania, balancing his day job with his burgeoning music career. This dual existence reflects the reality for many rising artists who haven\u2019t yet reached financial stability through their craft alone.<\/p>\n

His performance schedule has been steadily expanding, with DJ sets in Brooklyn, Chicago<\/a> and other cities helping him build regional followings. These live shows allow fans to experience his mixing skills in real-time while giving Jacobdior valuable stage experience that will serve him well as opportunities grow.<\/p>\n

The Megan Thee Stallion connection<\/p>\n

The collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion feels like a natural progression for both artists. Jacobdior\u2019s rework of Kissin\u2019 You appeared on SoundCloud roughly a month before Megan\u2019s team reached out, demonstrating how his creative instincts aligned perfectly with the direction she wanted to explore. The producer\u2019s romantic sound palette complements Megan\u2019s softer lyrical approach on Lover Girl, creating chemistry that extends beyond simple sampling.<\/p>\n

His catalog shows an affinity for the artists who shaped his musical taste. Remixes featuring Pharrell, Doechii, Justin Timberlake, Nicki Minaj, JT and Victoria Mon\u00e9t demonstrate his wide-ranging influences and ability to work across different styles within R&B and hip-hop.<\/p>\n

What comes next for the rising producer<\/p>\n

With major cosigns from Beyonc\u00e9 and Megan Thee Stallion now on his resume, Jacobdior enters a new phase of his career where expectations will be higher and opportunities more abundant. The challenge will be maintaining the creative spark that made him special while adapting to larger platforms and bigger budgets.<\/p>\n

His story embodies the modern artist\u2019s journey, flipping nostalgic R&B samples into contemporary hits while juggling restaurant shifts and club gigs. As Lover Girl introduces him to wider audiences, the foundation he\u2019s built through years of consistent work and creative experimentation positions him well for whatever comes next. The grind continues, but now the whole industry is watching.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Philadelphia talent\u2019s creative mashups earned him collaborations with major artists and a spot on the music industry\u2019s…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":246220,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[53],"tags":[88,216],"class_list":{"0":"post-246219","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-music","8":"tag-entertainment","9":"tag-music"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/246219","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=246219"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/246219\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/246220"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=246219"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=246219"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=246219"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}