Gentleman’s Board: Elevating Hip Hop with Precision Production
On this one, Hip Hop throws on a three-piece suit. This isn’t just another producer's album. It’s a declaration: boom bap never left the boardroom.
Produced by Nef isn't just a name—it’s a seal of quality. A badge worn by those who understand that hip-hop isn't just about the bars; it's about precision. It’s about the drum swing, the bass weight, the air between the snares. Gentleman’s Board is Nef’s latest offering: a full-length, front-to-back album craftedGentleman’s Board like a custom mahogany chess boardchessboard—elegant, measured, and made for thinkers.
Crafted with Intent, Not Algorithms
The Gentleman’s Board LP stands apart from the crowd of loop-pack click-draggers. It’s handcrafted. Every beat is dug from crates, layered with surgical precision, and sequenced like an orchestral piece. And Nef doesn’t just make beats—he curates moments.
A product of late-night studio lockdowns in Brooklyn and early morning vinyl dust in Maine, Gentleman’s Board is the culmination of years spent refining tone, texture, and tact. Nef’s mentorship under DJ Premier and collaborations with heavyweights like Termanology, Lil Fame of M.O.P., and Rome Streetz sharpened the sword that swings here.
WHY GENTLEMAN’S BOARD MATTERS
This album is what happens when discipline meets obsession.
When the beat maker refuses to stay behind the boards and steps up to speak, guide, and lead.
This isn't just a flex of production chops.
It’s a mission statement.
Nef built this for the ones who don’t just want placements—they want their fingerprint on the culture.
And unlike the algorithm-chasing releases flooding timelines, Gentleman’s Board feels like it was hand-delivered from the cutting room floor raw, textured, & cinematic.
🎼 Gentleman’s Board – Track-by-Track (with notes from Nef)
1. Light Prisms (feat. Rasheed Chappell & XP The Marxman)
“This team unites again after appearing on the EP Late Night Views.” Nef
2. One Way or Another (feat. Aaron Cohen & UFO FEV)
“This was a full-circle collab within the family. Shout out to DJ J Hart.” Nef
3. City Lights (feat. Rome Streetz, Ty Da Dale & Sauce Heist)
“Longtime collaborators Rome and I linked up again—this time adding Ty and Sauce for a laid-back street anthem.” Nef
4. Gravity (feat. Jared Evan & Ren Thomas)
“Both Jared and Ren were struggling to land something that felt right—then this beat came out of nowhere and sparked the story instantly.” Nef
5. Santeria (feat. Dirty Sanchez 47 & Lord Sko)
“Dirty and I have two albums and a history together. We brought in young Lord Sko to lace this summertime NY track.” Nef
6. Gain Knowledge (feat. The Musalini & Wais P)
“Mus and Wais team up again—and it makes perfect sense. This one’s for the real players who know the value of staying sharp.” Nef
7. Lewis Walker Interlude
“This one needs no introduction. Just sit back and take a break.” Nef
8. Champagne for the Pain (feat. Termanology)
“Term and I have racked up a heavy catalog together—and we’re just getting started. Every time we link, we make something that stands out. This one’s lyrical and deep.” Nef
9. My Nephew and I (feat. Bobby J From Rockaway)
“This track unexpectedly inspired a movement—people sharing what it means to be an uncle or aunt. That wasn’t the plan, but it’s been beautiful to watch.” Nef
10. Soul Ties (feat. Passport Rav)
“Fun fact: this was the first song Rav and I ever made together—long before our Peace of God album.” Nef
11. The Recipe (feat. Lil Dee)
“What a way to close the album. Lil Dee’s lyrical ability mixed with my laid-back but thumping beat—perfect ending.” Nef
Every feature hits. Every drum cracks.
And the sequencing is meticulous—like a jazz record wrapped in a Yankees fitted.
🔥 Track Review: “My Nephew & I” — Bobby J From Rockaway
“‘My Nephew and I’ is a religious experience. That is, of course, if you worship at the altar of whiplash-inducing boom bap production and effortless displays of multipattern rhyme schemes. Producer/Engineer extraordinaire Nef re-joins forces with Queens titan Bobby J From Rockaway for a choir-assisted anthem that plays like a symphony of destruction.”
— Bobby J From Rockaway
Stream My Nephew And I
Also check out our previous news release with Bobby J:
https://producedbynef.com/post/radio-days-nef-bobbyj-from-rockaway
🛠️ Built as a Legacy Asset
Unlike the fast-food beats that expire with the algorithm, Gentleman’s Board is built to last. It’s already being leveraged in the Produced by Nef digital asset vault—ready for sync licensing, live performances, podcast integration, and physical release.
Check out Nef’s Exclusive Catolog
🎙️ SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The Gentleman’s Board Goes Beyond the Album
The album was just the opening move.
Today, I’m proud to announce two major expansions of The Gentleman’s Board:
🎥 The Gentleman’s Board YouTube Show — Now Live
This isn’t your average beat breakdown or studio flex. This series is built for up-and-coming producers and engineers who want to build legacy, not just loops. Inside the show, I’m pulling back the curtain on:
How to mix and master like a professional (even with limited gear)
How to work your way up as an engineer/producer in a saturated game
How to treat your music as a digital asset—not just a drop
Guest convos with respected artists, engineers, and operators
Real stories. No fluff. All game.
📺 Subscribe now → YouTube.com/@ProducedByNef
🧠The Gentleman’s Board Mastermind — COMING 6/15/25
If the YouTube series is the surface, this is the deep end.
The Gentleman’s Board Mastermind is a private community + mentorship space for producers and audio creatives who are ready to go from hobbyist to high-level.
What is the Board?
It’s a group of serious creatives committed to leveling up their craft, assets, and income—together. We move like a unit. We share game. We build systems. And we keep each other accountable.
Who's it for?
Producers & Artists that are ready to monetize their sound
Engineers tired of working project to project without a plan
Artists looking to turn their catalog into consistent cash flow
Anyone who wants mentorship, not just motivation
What do you get?
Bi-weekly live mentorship calls with me (Nef)
Guest appearances from industry vets
Private Discord for collaboration, critique & plug-ins
Templates, mix walkthroughs, file prep guides, and more
Plug-and-play marketing systems and coaching from Scale to Sale Consulting to help you grow your audience, monetize your site, and turn fans into long-term revenue
Real feedback. Real connections. Real asset-building.
This ain’t a flex club—it’s a build club.
💬 In Nef’s Words
“This album’s not just for the heads. It’s for the ones building legacies. It’s music you can build to, think to, move through seasons with. That’s what Gentleman’s Board is—a score for life’s checkmates and close calls.
Media Buzz Around Gentleman's Board:
The media is buzzing about Nef’s Gentleman’s Board, with notable coverage from key platforms. Insomniac Magazine offers an in-depth review, highlighting the album’s standout collaborations and production brilliance. Meanwhile, RapLoad is also showing love, praising the album’s return to the essence of boom-bap with modern flair. Dive into both articles for more insights into why Gentleman’s Board is making waves:
Rep the Board
Stream it. Share it. Play it loud. This is the Gentleman’s Board. No gimmicks. No cheat codes. Just real music, made by someone who gave everything to the craft—because some moves are meant to echo.
