Accidental Producer: How a Borrowed MPC 60ii and a 12:30am Post Built MPC Chop in 3 Months

Alessandra Levy is a lifelong musician but six months ago she made her first beat on a borrowed MPC 60 ii and posted it anonymously at 12:30am so her musician friends couldn't find it. 35,000 followers later, she's collaborating with Pocket Queen, talking to J. Ack and Shadcore, and planning a beat tape with zero sample clearances needed because every sound will be hers.

This conversation covers her musical upbringing, her influences (Stevie, Donnie, MJ, Q-Tip), how MPC Chop came to exist entirely by accident, and why the most important thing any creator can do is get out of their own way.

Chapters/Timestamps:

00:00 The Musical Roots of Alessandra Levy

11:31 Influences and Inspirations in Music

20:23 The Journey to MPC Chop

24:05 Embracing Vulnerability in Creativity

27:53 The Power of Authentic Expression

30:27 Building Connections Through Collaboration

32:34 Influences and Inspirations in Music

35:30 Navigating a Creative Career

38:14 Future Aspirations and Projects

42:44 Advice for Aspiring Creators

Connect with Alessandra:
🌐 Website: alessandralevy.com
📱 Instagram, YouTube & Tiktok: @MPCChop

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