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Mr. Chop, the pseudonym of musician and producer Coz Littler, has carved out a unique space in the music world through his passion for vintage sounds and technology. His musical education was profoundly influenced by exploring his father's record collection and a lifelong dedication to record collecting, encompassing genres such as beat-era pop, progressive rock, psychedelia, early funk, hip hop, library music, soundtracks, krautrock, and electronic music. This diverse background fostered a deep appreciation for various styles and recording techniques that emerged in the 1960s and beyond. Dissatisfied with conventional recording studios, Mr. Chop established his own facility, APE Studios (Analogue Production Environment), which is equipped with vintage analog recording gear and period instruments, alongside modern digital software that merges traditional and contemporary studio methods. He made his debut as a recording artist in 2008 with the album "Sounds from the Cave," followed by "Lightworlds," released under Stones Throw subsidiary Now Again. In 2009, he paid tribute to hip-hop icon Pete Rock with "For Pete's Sake" and collaborated with MF Doom, who praised him as "the illest to grace the boards." Mr. Chop gained a notable reputation in the U.K.'s electronic music scene, and in 2011, he released "Switched On," showcasing classic sounds through a modern lens. His 2013 album "Illuminate," created in collaboration with A&R expert Joe Fearon and featuring guests like

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