Chicago-based music composer and producer Steve Reidell is one half of The Hood Internet, a DJ/production duo known for years of mixtapes blending hip-hop and indie rock samples together, creating a sensation that has racked up millions of streams worldwide and allowed for a busy touring schedule including regular stops at Lollapalooza, Bonnarroo, SWSX and more. They have also formed Air Credits, a collaboration between the Hood Internet and Chicago rap artist Showyousuck. Reidell has also worked on original music compositions for a variety of productions, including The Onion’s A.V. Club, Penguin/Random House’s TASTE podcast, the theme song for the FOX comedy show Party Over Here, and more.
Interviewed by Holly Hobbs, 09/14/2020.