Mark Ronson: 90s DJing, Amy Winehouse, and the Art of the Drop | On Wax with Lyor Cohen

The inaugural episode of On Wax with Lyor Cohen features a candid conversation with acclaimed producer and DJ Mark Ronson. Throughout the discussion, Ronson explores the intricate interplay between his dual identities as a DJ and a music producer, detailing how his early roots in DJ culture profoundly shape his approach to production and sonic composition. Beyond his musical evolution, Ronson opens up about the transformative impact of fatherhood on his life and creative priorities. He also touches upon his future aspirations, offering listeners insight into his ongoing journey and what lies ahead in his career. From Lyor's time as road manager for Run DMC and the Beastie Boys, to developing the prestige of Def Jam Recordings and selling it to Universal, to managing Island, Mercury and Def Jam, which he merged to create the Island Def Jam Music Group, to becoming the Chairman and CEO of Recorded Music for Warner Music Group (WMG) and then co-founding 300, Cohen’s career has been dedicated to advocating for artists and songwriters, uplifting art and proving to the world that music brings us together more than it separates us. Along the way, Cohen has been intimately involved in the careers of over 100 artists from day one through super stardom.