The Unknown DJ, born
Andre Manuel, is one of the pioneers of
West Coast hip hop. His productions had a strong
electro feel, amongst them "Basstronic", "808 Beats" and "Let's Jam". He also produced several tracks for
Ice-T, among them his first
gangsta rap recording, "
6 in the Mornin'" (1986). The Unknown DJ continued as a producer for
MC Eiht's crew
Compton's Most Wanted. He also produced music for artists such as
A.L.T.,
Brownside,
N.W.A,
Bobby Jimmy, and
King Tee.