# Beyoncé producer credits Chicago roots for versatility

Producer Brian 'Killah B' Bates credits his Chicago roots for his musical versatility. He grew up in Morgan Park, Illinois, and attributes his diverse influences to living in the Midwest. His work on Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album highlights his pivot to country music.

https://vocalo.org/2025/02/19/killah-b-chicago-texas-hold-em-beyonce-cowboy-carter-grammys

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Created: 2026-10-23T07:08:46.322705+00:00

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