The Making of Madonna's Hit Song "4 Minutes" with Justin Timberlake

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Madonna's decision to team up with Timbaland and Justin Timberlake for her 2008 album "Hard Candy" was not about following trends, but about seizing an opportunity to reshape them in her own unique style. The result was the hit song "4 Minutes," which became one of both stars' biggest hits. The track is a riff-heavy earworm with Timbaland's trademark beats and tics anchoring the strong pairing of two of music's biggest stars. The video, directed by Jonas Euvremer and François Rousselet, features one of Madonna's most conceptual dancing performances, and Timberlake's co-credit on the album marked a first on a Madonna record.

Timbaland: One of 25 Impactful Producers in Hip-Hop Recognized by XXL

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This feature by XXL recognizes 25 of the most impactful producers in hip-hop, and among them is Timbaland. Timbaland gained popularity in the 1990s producing for artists such as Ginuwine, Jodeci, Aaliyah, and Missy Elliott. He continued his success in the 2000s, collaborating with Justin Timberlake, Brandy, LL Cool J, Xzibit, Snoop Dogg, and many others.

J. Cole Talks Getting Inspired byTimbaland

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J. Cole is renowned for producing his own music, evident in tracks like “Sideline Story,” “Nobody’s Perfect,” and “Forbidden Fruit,” but he also draws inspiration from other accomplished producers such as Timbaland. In a recent interview, J. Cole revealed that he watches Timbaland’s YouTube videos because the legendary producer often goes live on Twitch, and he stumbled upon a video titled “Timbaland Makes a Beat.”

Missy Elliott and Timbaland Reunite in the Studio for New Music

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Missy and Timbaland formed one of the most dynamic genre-bending duos in Hip Hop at the turn of the century, with each album they released providing an attempt to push the boundaries of rap. They worked together on Missy's first five albums, spanning from Supa Dupa Fly in 1997 to This Is Not a Test in 2003. Reflecting on her career, Missy shared that her first album, Supa Dupa Fly, was a stress-free experience because she didn't have any expectations.

Timbaland and Justin Timberlake Discuss the Evolution of Pop Music and Offer Exclusive Access to Their Drum Samples through Beatclub Membership

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In an in-depth and exploratory dialogue, Timbaland and the celebrated and accomplished musician Justin Timberlake engage in a conversation regarding the alteration and transformation of the auditory landscape of popular music. They meticulously analyze and deconstruct the rhythms and percussion of some of their most cherished and admired creative collaborations, such as the 2006 single "My Love," along with several other seminal and unforgettable musical pieces.