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Brenk Sinatra is an Austrian rap producer who’s been making waves with his unique sound. His album Midnite Ride has been a personal soundtrack for many, and his journey to becoming one of the most respected producers started with a love for music that was sparked in his youth. Growing up in Vienna, Brenk, born Branko, was exposed to the rhythms and harmonies of music from a young age. It wasn’t until later that he discovered hip-hop, which completely consumed him. As a teenager, he even went as far as burning Biggie Smalls records, a symbol of the intense East Coast/West Coast rivalry in rap at the time. Brenk’s early dive into rap music wasn’t just a casual interest. It became an obsession, and through the '90s, he honed his skills with the guidance of Saiko, a local producer. He wasn’t just interested in making beats; he wanted to understand what made them tick, often pushing buttons and experimenting with different sounds to find his signature style. His early inspiration came from the West Coast rap scene, but over time, he broadened his musical influences, taking inspiration from soul, jazz, and even Krautrock, which led him to create unpredictable and genre-blending beats. Unlike many artists focused on fame and fortune, Brenk’s primary motivation has always been his passion for music. He never expected to make a career out of it, and for a long time, his day job was a series of typical “bread-and-butter” jobs. His true focus, though, was always on making beats. And d