Kuartz performing live on an SP-404SX sampler, wearing a black hoodie and cap, with a focused expression in an urban setting.

Kuartz – Hip-Hop Producer & Beatmaker

Kuartz is a UK-based hip-hop producer known for his soulful boom-bap beats, intricate sample work, and deep, nostalgic soundscapes. Combining raw, dusty drums with warm, jazzy melodies, he has cultivated an unmistakable sonic signature that resonates with hip-hop purists and beat lovers alike.

In 2017, Kuartz released “Shurikens” on Village Live Records, a hard-hitting instrumental album packed with hypnotic loops, razor-sharp drums, and masterful sample craftsmanship. He followed this in 2019 with “Kuartz FM”, a concept-driven beat tape inspired by pirate radio culture. Blending chopped jazz samples with vintage radio snippets, the project delivers an immersive, narrative-rich listening experience.

Beyond his solo releases, Kuartz co-runs WORKINONIT - a not-for-profit beatmakers' event deeply rooted in the Manchester beatmaking community. The project champions grassroots creativity, bringing together producers, DJs, and music lovers to celebrate sample culture, collaboration, and the evolving UK beat scene.

His latest album, “Hybrid Dialects”, marks a striking evolution in Kuartz’s sound. While still rooted in hip-hop tempos, the album introduces a broader palette of analogue textures, electronic elements, and bass-driven melodies, expanding his production style into bold new territory. Across twelve audacious tracks, Kuartz crafts a mesmerising journey where neck-snapping rhythms meet deep, resonant basslines and forward-thinking sound design.

Kuartz continues to evolve his craft, bridging classic sample-based techniques with contemporary experimentation, and pushing his music into new and compelling directions within the modern instrumental hip-hop landscape.

🎧 Where to Listen to Kuartz’s Music?

Find "Shurikens" and more on:

Spotify – Apple Music – Tidal – YouTube – Amazon Music – Deezer