Mike Dean’s fingerprints are all over modern hip hop and pop, shaping sounds for Kanye West, Travis Scott, the Weeknd, and more. He has been behind the boards, the keys, and even on stage, turning tracks into spectacles. While he and Kanye West crafted some of the most iconic albums of the 2000s and 2010s, their partnership quietly unraveled after West’s antisemitic remarks shook the industry. Now, Dean has recently reflected on his relationship with West.

Even after shaping Kanye West’s iconic sound from 'The College Dropout' to 'Donda', Mike Dean opened up about not working together and personal dynamics.

In an interview with Rolling Stone, Mike Dean opened up about his relationship with Kanye West, saying, "We're cool. We're just not working. There's no intense beef or anything." Dean reflected on the complicated dynamic, explaining that if they crossed paths, it would likely be a simple greeting and move on. Despite their creative split, he hinted that a reunion could happen someday, leaving fans curious about if and when the two musical powerhouses might collaborate again.

Before this interview, Mike Dean appeared to cut ties with Kanye West in December 2022 following West’s controversial remarks praising Hitler on InfoWars. While Dean did not mention West directly, he reshared a statement from Swedish House Mafia DJ Steve Angello criticizing public figures who provoke audiences for attention. Dean’s resharing reflected his disapproval, signaling that he could no longer align creatively with West amid such statements and the resulting public backlash. In 2023, Dean offered signs of reconnecting with West, leading to a nostalgic surprise that thrilled fans.

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On Kanye West’s birthday, Mike Dean took fans on a nostalgic trip, sharing a major throwback from their 'Donda' 2 sessions, sparking excitement and awe across social media.

Mike Dean posted a photo on Instagram showing the team together during the 'Donda 2 sessions, with Kanye West sitting in the back and fellow producer Thomas Mikalin tagged. The image captured the energy and focus behind the music, offering fans a rare glimpse at Dean’s close creative relationship with West and the dedication it took to bring one of hip-hop’s most anticipated albums to life. He captioned the photo, "What a CRAZYtime."

Kanye West and Mike Dean share a legendary creative history, collaborating on solo albums such as 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy', 'Yeezus', and 'Donda', as well as the joint project 'Watch the Throne' with Jay-Z. Dean’s work spans engineering, mixing, and production, often shaping the very sound of West’s music. While Dean received immense hate from West fans, their professional bond appears to have healed. With ties seemingly mended, fans can anticipate more groundbreaking albums from this iconic partnership.

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