How Diplo Became BTS & BLACKPINK's Music Producer (Ep. 37)

How Diplo Became BTS & BLACKPINK's Music Producer (Ep. 37)

From Behind The Wall by Daniel Wall

March 22, 2026 · 1h 36m · Season 1 · Episode 36

About this episode

Diplo discusses his unconventional journey in music and the importance of creativity and adaptability in the industry.

Diplo didn’t follow a traditional path into music. From studying film and discovering global sounds, to building Major Lazer and collaborating across genres with artists like BTS and BLACKPINK, his career has been defined by one thing: doing what others weren’t willing to try.In this episode, Diplo breaks down how some of the world’s biggest songs started as ideas that didn’t make sense at first, and why that’s often exactly where the best music comes from.But this conversation goes way beyond the songs. It’s about how he built his career by following curiosity instead of trends, learning from different cultures and sounds, taking risks before there was any guarantee they would work, and staying adaptable as the industry continues to evolve💡 This conversation is for YOU if:- You’re an artist, songwriter, or producer trying to find your voice- You’re tired of feeling like you have to follow a formula- You want to understand how to stand out in a crowded space- You’re looking for a new way to think about creativity and growthWhat stood out most to me was his perspective on creativity, the idea that there isn’t one path, one genre, or one formula that leads to success. It’s about…

People in this episode

Host: Daniel Wall

Guest: Diplo

Topics covered

  • music production
  • creativity
  • collaboration
  • career development
  • global sounds

Keywords

  • Diplo
  • BTS
  • BLACKPINK
  • music production
  • creativity
  • collaboration
  • Major Lazer

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BTS, BLACKPINK

More episodes of Behind The Wall

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Behind The Wall podcast page.