I'm Dat Boi Ricci, a Grammy-nominated music producer blending West Coast bounce with Afro-fusion and trap. Over a decade, I've shaped the sound of hip hop, R&B, pop, and international music, delivering genre-blending productions, cinematic sound design, and high-impact arrangements that define a track. I'm a trusted collaborator to major-label artists and respected producers, always pushing for sounds that move the culture. I've produced and written for artists like Moneybagg Yo, Glorilla, Lakeyah, and Dua Lipa, and I contributed unreleased sessions for Burna Boy. I regularly work with DJ Mustard, Tay Keith, London On Da Track, and CashMoneyAP, and I mentor rising talents through workshops and studio internships. With 30M+ streams across platforms from collaborations, I bring artistry, craft, and a global perspective to every project.

Dat Boi Ricci (Richard Laster)

I'm Dat Boi Ricci, a Grammy-nominated music producer blending West Coast bounce with Afro-fusion and trap. Over a decade, I've shaped the sound of hip hop, R&B, pop, and international music, delivering genre-blending productions, cinematic sound design, and high-impact arrangements that define a track. I'm a trusted collaborator to major-label artists and respected producers, always pushing for sounds that move the culture. I've produced and written for artists like Moneybagg Yo, Glorilla, Lakeyah, and Dua Lipa, and I contributed unreleased sessions for Burna Boy. I regularly work with DJ Mustard, Tay Keith, London On Da Track, and CashMoneyAP, and I mentor rising talents through workshops and studio internships. With 30M+ streams across platforms from collaborations, I bring artistry, craft, and a global perspective to every project.

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I’m Dat Boi Ricci, a Grammy-nominated music producer blending West Coast bounce with Afro-fusion and trap. Over a decade, I’ve shaped the sound of hip hop, R&B, pop, and international music, delivering genre-blending productions, cinematic sound design, and high-impact arrangements that define a track. I’m a trusted collaborator to major-label artists and respected producers, always pushing for sounds that move the culture.

I’ve produced and written for artists like Moneybagg Yo, Glorilla, Lakeyah, and Dua Lipa, and I contributed unreleased sessions for Burna Boy. I regularly work with DJ Mustard, Tay Keith, London On Da Track, and CashMoneyAP, and I mentor rising talents through workshops and studio internships. With 30M+ streams across platforms from collaborations, I bring artistry, craft, and a global perspective to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer at Crunk Creationz Media Group, LLC
April 20, 2012 - July 2, 2025
Skills & Expertise: • Music Production & Beat Making: Expert in crafting original beats across hip-hop, R&B, trap, and experimental genres. Able to tailor soundscapes to fit an artist’s unique voice and vision. • DAWs: Proficient in FL Studio, Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, and Studio One — with deep knowledge of workflow customization, plugin integration, and MIDI manipulation. • Audio Engineering: Skilled in recording, editing, and vocal comping, with a clean and efficient engineering process that keeps sessions smooth and professional. • Mixing & Mastering: Able to bring out the full sonic potential of a track — from balancing dynamics and EQ to adding spatial depth and final polish for radio-ready sound. • Songwriting & Arrangement: Strong sense of song structure, hooks, and lyrical development; able to collaborate or ghostwrite when needed to bring the best out of a track.

Education

Music Production at FullSail University
December 3, 2012 - August 7, 2015

Qualifications

Grammy First-Round Nominee – Puerto Rican Keisha
January 1, 2021 - November 28, 2025
BeatStars Top 100 Producers – 3x Charting Producer
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment