ORIGINAL BEATS BY RICH BALL

FIND THE SOUND.

FINISH THE RECORD.

Hip-hop, R&B, and pop production licensed direct from the producer.

Find a beat that fits your voice, choose the license that fits your release, then record, mix, and build the rollout at The Music Dept. in Bethesda.

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PRODUCER STORY

ONE PRODUCER. ONE CATALOG. NO MIDDLEMAN.

726M+ streams · 111 production and engineering credits · 85M+ video views

Every beat in this collection is made by Richard “BRION” Ball.

No anonymous uploads. No stock library. No marketplace middleman. Just original production, licensed directly from the producer who made it.

And when you are ready to do more than write to the beat, you can bring the record into The Music Dept. Record your vocals, mix the song, and create content for the release—all with the production already in motion.

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Richard "BRION" Ball
Richard "BRION" Ball Producer, composer & audio engineer

Find the beat here. Finish the record here.

ORIGINAL BEATS, CURATED LIKE RECORDS.

Search by genre, mood, BPM, or key. Listen until something fits, then choose the license that matches your project.

Every beat is produced by Rich Ball and available for independent artists building hip-hop, R&B, and pop records.

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Late Nights

Late Nights

PROD. BRION • 90 BPM • C MINOR • HIP-HOP

Smoky keys, knocking drums, and after-hours tension.

A fit for introspective verses, melodic hooks, and records that need space to breathe.

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Pocket Groove

Pocket Groove

PROD. BRION • 88 BPM • C MAJOR • R&B

Raw live drums, warm movement, and a groove with real human feel.

Made for singers who want soul, pocket, and room to let the vocal lead.

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DMV Anthem

DMV Anthem

PROD. BRION • 140 BPM • F# MINOR • HIP-HOP

Heavy low end, big momentum, and enough energy to move a room.

For artists making records with hometown pride, presence, and something to prove.

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Studio A

Studio A

PROD. BRION • 92 BPM • E MINOR • POP

Warm texture, hard drums, and enough open space for the vocal to carry the record.

A strong fit for artists who already know what they need to say.

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Battery Lane

Battery Lane

PROD. BRION • 75 BPM • G MINOR • R&B

Slow-burning chords, brushed drums, and late-night low end.

Built for intimate vocals, thoughtful writing, and records that take their time.

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First Take

First Take

PROD. BRION • 102 BPM • A MINOR • HIP-HOP

Loose drums, live energy, and a pocket that leaves room for the hook.

For artists who write in the booth and want the record to feel immediate.

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THE BEAT IS THE START.
THE RECORD IS THE GOAL.

A beat can be a file in your inbox—or it can become the song that moves your career.

At The Music Dept., you can take the production from cart to finished release without piecing together a different studio, engineer, and content team.

Buy the beat. Book the room. Record the vocals. Finish the mix. Create the rollout.

RECORD IT

HEAR YOUR VOICE ON IT.

Add studio time to your beat purchase and record at The Music Dept. with the production ready before you walk in.

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FINISH IT

MAKE IT READY TO RELEASE.

A strong session deserves a finished record. Get your song mixed and mastered for streaming platforms, video, radio, performance, and release.

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BUILD THE ROLLOUT

GIVE THE RECORD A VISUAL LIFE.

Use our podcast and content space to create performance clips, behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, visualizers, and social content while the song is still fresh.

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COME FOR THE BEAT. LEAVE WITH A RECORD.

Choose a beat from the collection, choose the license that fits your release, and build the rest of the session around it at The Music Dept.

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BEFORE YOU BUY

Can I release a song with a licensed beat?
Yes. Choose the license that matches how you plan to distribute and monetize your record.
Can I record at The Music Dept. after buying a beat?
Yes. Add studio time during checkout or book your session separately.
Can Rich Ball produce or attend my session?
Availability varies by project and schedule. Contact The Music Dept. to discuss production support.
What if I want exclusive rights?
If a beat is available for exclusive purchase, the option will appear on the beat page. You can also contact us directly about exclusives.
Do I receive my files after purchase?
Your licensed beat files are delivered according to the license you select at checkout.

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