Dizzy Banko is a name that reverberates through the music industry like the bass-line of one of his chart-topping beats. The multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated producer has solidified himself as a driving force behind some of today’s most iconic records. From Lola Brooke’s explosive “Don’t Play Wit It” to Pop Smoke’s melodic “Mood Swings,” Dizzy’s fingerprints are all over the culture. But behind the hits lies a journey rooted in passion, persistence, and a love for sound cultivated during his childhood in the Bronx.
Growing up, Dizzy’s sonic palette was shaped by his aunt’s daily rotation of classic records. That early exposure to both old-school soul and new-school energy nurtured the sharp ear and raw creativity that now define his craft. Influenced by production legends like Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Timbaland, and Swizz Beatz, Dizzy took his early passion for beat-making and transformed it into a career that spans not only production but also recording artistry.
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In addition to producing hits for others, Dizzy’s evolution as a recording artist shines through projects like Pressure, YHNI, and Adjustments. Under his creative collective, YHNI (You Have No Idea), he’s cultivated a family of like-minded artists. While continuing to flex his lyrical and musical skillset. His latest project, Adjustments, merges his roles as producer and lyricist. In doing so, it offers listeners a glimpse into his growth and personal reflections. In fact, his highly anticipated Adjustments Deluxe album promises to elevate his artistry to new heights. With standout singles that reflect his ever-expanding vision.
One such track is “Shake Something,” a smooth yet seductive collaboration featuring TJ Brown and Jaewon under the Sounds of Reality imprint. This polished production allows the artists to effortlessly slide over its subtle yet hard-hitting beats. Providing a balance of rhythm and allure that perfectly captures Dizzy’s duality as a creator.
Additionally, Dizzy is no stranger to iconic moments. This year, he captivated fans with a mic-drop performance at the legendary Madison Square Garden during NYC’s After Hour Show, powered by Oni Honesty. A night to remember, the performance solidified his reputation as a multifaceted artist who commands attention in every arena. Adding another layer of intrigue, Dizzy also shared his journey in an intimate sit-down with the industry’s “therapist,” Dan, during his 4×4 Therapy Session. With record performances featured on the deluxe version of Adjustments, this deeply personal session gave fans insight into the mind of a creator constantly pushing his own boundaries.





Despite his packed schedule, Dizzy found time to sit down with KAZI Magazine to discuss his journey, inspirations, and what’s next for the man behind the music.
Join In On His Journey
- Hey Dizzy! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to speak with KAZI Magazine. We are excited to have you and ready to jump right in. So let’s get to it! For new viewers and fans tuning in, can you bring us back to the beginning — who is Dizzy Banko and where did it all begin for you?
Ahh man with Dizzy Banko — I originate from the Bronx, New York. As a kid, probably at the age of 13, I started pikcing up this program called Fruity Loops and been locked in since. I’ve just been going at it as I build and structure the sounds with the era I was growing up in which was like the get-light era. So you know, we were outside heavy dance battling, skate-keying, and can go back and back and back — but that essence is what made me who I am today. To the point that if the world were to do a cycle and go back to the essence then that’s where I started and I’ve grown so the time is now.
- From listening to your auntie’s daily records as a kid to producing chart-topping hits, what moments would you say stand out as defining your path in music?
When I collaborated with Babyface. When he gave that call and he was just telling me how he’s tapped into what I was doing — It was like yo, damn as much as my aunt tells me about the artsits back in the day, it’s like wow I’m actually now talking to them and dealing with them now.
It’s still mind boggling that I still have these types of connections where I have some types of OGs in the game that understand how to maneuver. And i don’t even feel like I’m all the way or at the point in the game where it’s all that pressure coming. But, regardless I’m ahead enough where I know how to maneuver. So, working with Babyface kind of opened those doors to say “yeah, I am who I am”.
- Growing up in the Bronx, a hub of hip-hop culture, how did your surroundings shape your unique sound?
Honestly, just learning. I mean, as in just seeing what I seen growing and I just learn from it as I break it apart a little bit to better understand it in the most valuable way. I try to stay out of the limelight but be in the limelight. It’s all about structures. Like learning how to make money, mind your business, and know when to mind your business because you have a business to mind. That’s all it is with me. Just building and being that producer.
- Your music bridges the old school and new school. How do you strike a balance between staying true to your roots and innovating for today’s audience?
Learning again. That’s all that we can do!
- What’s the weirdest or most unexpected sound that you’ve sampled, or want to sample?
Ugh… I don’t think I’ve gotten to that. I think I’m entering that now… a little bit. Where it’s like I’m working on something else right now and the way that sounds is not like a normal sound. So it’s like I’ll see how the people gravitate to it. But I feel like when you hear it, you’ll see it’s within the bracket but it’s still something different for me.
Dizzy Banko On Producing Hits
Dizzy’s reputation as a hitmaker is backed by an impressive catalog of genre-defining tracks. Known for his ability to craft beats that blend grit with melody, his signature sound continues to dominate the airwaves.
- With trendy tracks like “Don’t Play Wit It” and “Mood Swings” under your belt, how do you approach creating a beat that captures the zeitgeist?
I don’t know… I have a thing with sounds, not a thing with looks. So it’s like if it sounds good, I know how to put 2 and 2 together. Really in that aspect. It may sound cliche and simple, but that’s really it. And everything else comes after. But it’s really just based off the sounds first. Like putting two chemists together and it’s like BOOM!
- Your beats have been described as raw and unique. Can you walk us through your creative process when crafting a new track?
It’s all about how i’m feeling and I hit every ceiling in life by knowing how to maneuver so in life when people are going through it – it’s like yo i’m tight and they don’t have to say like I need a plain beat, I’m just going to off what they’re feeling so that they can get it out. It’s like therapy.
I use to go to therapy and I didn’t stop because I wanted to, I just felt like I started to understand myself. And understanding that music is my therapy because I match everyone’s vibe everytime I got in a room with an artist. Like “damn you got R&B and I’m in a good mood, you got beats for pain, for bounce – damn you got everything!” It’s also like the gym for me at times too. If I don’t want to be around people because it may be draining, i’m like iight let me go cook up 40 beats in two days or something to just challenge myself and just go in and lock in.
On Inspirations + Influences
Beyond his musical idols, Dizzy draws inspiration from a variety of sources, making his work deeply personal and universally relatable.
- What’s one non-musical influence that plays a role in your creative process?
It’s my daughter then it’s my dog. His name is Yannie, he doesn’t talk he just be doing stuff that like *laughs* I gotta cater to you as a child and knowing I go for their wants and knowing that they need me. Knowing that this is what keeps the roof over their heads, the lights on, food in their bellies – I’m not letting anything else get in the way to stop this here. This feels better than half of the other things in life. I rather do this and careless what anyone else has to say.
- You’ve mentioned producers like Dr. Dre, Kanye West, and Timbaland as influences. What lessons have you drawn from their work and applied to your own?
I mean, I learned soo much from all of them without even sitting in front of them. I met Dr. Dre during the course of GRAMMY Weekend and that was one of those close moments I kept close to me and God and when the documentary comes out, you get to see those moments. But I got to meet one of my favorite producers so it just motivated me. So after learning from them from the outside, now what I learned from them in music, I keep it music. I’m not getting in anyone’s business.
- If you could time travel and produce for any artist in history, who would it be and why?
Brent Faiyaz. Jesus! He’s dope! From when he did the first song with Shy Glizzy. Many may not know, but I like to tap into the artist and their artistry, I really be tapping in. With him it’s like the structured sounds, the sequences, and the simple beats be soooo fly and the style and authenticity. When I hear his beats, I’m like oh yeah I can do that. So when I get with him watch how I shake the ground! Stop thinking I can’t! I mean there’s many others, but that’s definitely one.
On His Dual Role As Artist + Producer
As both a producer and recording artist, Dizzy balances two demanding roles with finesse. His projects under YHNI are a testament to his versatility and vision.
- How does your experience as a producer influence your approach as a recording artist, and vice versa?
I would say for like both – I’m just living. Maybe on a trip with my daughter, just learning, or whatever it is, I just get motivated. out of a beat or a rap, it’s really the same. It’s like one day I can be playing the Temptations and New Edition and feel like hearing a sample out of their joints and being like “iight we’re making this an R&B vibe”.
- If your beats could talk, what do you think they’d say about you as an artist?
You know how now-a-days people they justify what they are rather than move it? I don’t run around saying be loyal and stay true to yourself — I just move like that in what I create. So it kinda shows that avenue like he does what he do and markets it the same way and it works! And again, growing up I didn’t understand that until after when you see how it picks up. Stay authentic. Don’t speak it — actually do it! You know what I’m saying? I’m what grind is… I’m what dedication is… I’m what had a hard time and came back. It’s a gift and a curse, just knowing how to move.
- Speaking of your artistry, if you could describe your musical journey so far using a movie title, what would it be, and why?
Training Day. I feel like I play both parts and understand both sides. Both Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawk. You can have everything, but how do you tame it? How do you keep it going? You see how they respected Denzel in the movie? But Ethan is new, he’s learning what NOT to do if you really think about it. so it’s like learning what not to do and having it, you see how he ended up. He got to walk away. So it’s not just one way. So, I feel like that’s how I look at life and in the sense of growing and things.
- As someone who wears multiple hats in the music industry, where do you see your career evolving in the next five years?
In the next five years I feel like we will really be in motion and succeeding in life. The major stuff is already happening. I feel like it’s going to be more elevation with things and seeing everything I put work into and didn’t give up on, and to see my child flourish. Really grow. Success overall with what MY success looks like.
- In doing so, what do you hope to contribute to the culture of music as both a producer and an artist?
About Adjustments
Dizzy’s latest album, Adjustments, serves as both a personal and artistic milestone. With its introspective themes and genre-blurring soundscapes, the project highlights his growth as a storyteller and a musician.
- With your latest album, Adjustments, you’ve showcased your skills as both a lyricist and a producer. How do you decide which stories to tell through your own voice versus someone else’s?
It’s like what sounds good and fits right? The title itself, is giving that with like what sounds am I adjusting to…adjusting to different avenues, blocks and cities, etc.
- What personal ‘adjustments’ inspired this album, and how did those experiences translate into the music?
That’s the creation behind the project with this artist. Putting this with that artists and this artist with that sound, or how does this person sound on this? Like can we go back in time to when essence was like that before? But now, there’s too much going on. So now it goes back to you have no idea what I’m doing.
- Which track from Adjustments do you feel showcases the biggest growth in your artistry, and why?
“Congratulations” with Capella Grey and Jaewon. I went through so many ways of creating the beat and then one GRAMMY we were all in LA and I played the beat and it felt right. So once it had the hook, we hadn’t spoke since getting back to NY. Then he tweeted Congratulations and I responded with the eyes, and he hit me and sent the song. It had him and Jaewon. Then he asked if I put my verse, but we already had a song tucked from before. Once he said that, I immediately went to the studio and boom! If I deliver with a beat, I have to deliver on a verse. Because I’m my own critic.
- If listeners take away one message or emotion from Adjustments, what do you hope it will be?
To take away the understanding that I had a hard time too. Boohoo, who’s going to help you but yourself? You gotta get up and keep going no matter what.
What’s Next For Dizzy Banko?
Dizzy Banko’s journey is far from over. With a legacy already well underway while making major impacts within the industry, he’s constantly looking toward the future.
- What’s one legacy-defining moment you’re still striving for?
My YHNI Brand. It started when I started doing music. Because no one really knew I could be an artist. And for people to really understand who I am. I can be in those top coversartions.
- After touching on the other avenues you’d take interest in, how would you say your brand has shaped you into a multi-creator?
YHNI started from this project I was putting together called ‘YHNI (You Have No Idea)”. It came from people not realizing what I really do, forreal forreal. People out their perspective on my lifestyle and how they portrayed it with assumptions and they really had no idea. Once I put life and the lifestyle together I just figured I’d go with it since I always say it anyway. Now, the breakdown of YHNI was me just chilling trying to sound it out with the syllables and put a word behind it based upon how it sounded. Then from there I put the club behind it because what it’s shaped for I felt like people would appreciate it more as its for fashion, artists, art, etc. Also because I’m tapping into things you have no idea.
- Excited to hear more – what’s next for Dizzy Banko as we close out 2024 and enter into 2025?
Im gearing up Adjustments 2, because I feel like there was more that I could’ve given. I’m going to have like a side and B side, features, live performances and all that. I’m all for it. I feel like I’m sending a message without sending a message.
- Lastly, is there a message that you’d like to leave with fans?
Don’t give up. Push through. Make those adjustments and that’s no promo talk. That’s really what liffe is. Stay true to yourself, be patient, and these are things that I’m learning then and now still. New things come with new patience. When you have that and overcome that – you see what’s on the other side. Stay away from anything weird – get out of there and grind! TAKE CARE OF WHAT YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF.
Nonetheless, Dizzy Banko’s story is one of relentless hustle and undeniable talent. Whether through the beats he crafts or the lyrics he delivers, he’s leaving an indelible mark on the industry—one track at a time. Keep up with Dizzy here at KAZI Magazine as he continues to shape the future of music and inspire the next generation of creators.