Music production is an art in itself. A competent producer can turn a good song into a great one, and indeed some music producers manage to create a signature sound they are associated with. Music artists have a lot to gain from working with a good producer who understands their music and is able to take it to another level, so much so that many create long-lasting partnerships.
Music history is filled with great producers whose work is worth revisiting. Click through the gallery to meet some of them.