SAK PASE

A&R - PRODUCER - EXEC

BIOGRAPHY

Shama Joseph, professionally known as SAK PASE, is a multi-Grammy nominated producer, songwriter and record executive with over 20+ years of experience. An industry veteran, SAK PASE’s most notable production works include records for high-profile artists such as Rihanna, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Travis Scott, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Frank Ocean, Chris Brown and many more.

As a record producer, SAK PASE has contributed production to some of the most iconic artists of this generation. To date, Sak Pase has contributed to over 20 million records sold worldwide and multiple #1 albums. Some of his works include the #1 song, Man Down by Rihanna from her 8x platinum selling album Loud, the monumental collaborative album Watch The Throne by Jay-Z & Kanye West (“Made in America” / “Who Gon Stop Me”), and Nicki Minaj’s Grammy Nominated “The Pink Print” (Win Again).

In 2022, SAK PASE joined Empire as the Vice President of A&R, bringing his vast industry and production expertise to the A&R department led by Tina Davis. An early milestone in SAK’s career at Empire was serving as the A&R for breakout country star Shaboozey, whose album “Where I’ve Been Isn’t Where I’m Going, featured the hit single “A Bar Song [Tipsy]” becoming a massive hit staying on top of Billboard Hot 100 #1 for a record setting 11 consecutive weeks. The megahit has also propelled Shaboozey to make history as the first artist with a Top 10 hit on four different formats. (Country Airplay, Rhythmic Airplay, Pop Airplay and Adult Pop Airplay.)

SAK PASE credits his success as a record producer with enabling him to communicate and connect with artists effectively, speaking to them in a language they understand. His unique ability to bridge the gap between production and artist relations continues to make him a transformative force in the music industry. His unwavering commitment to nurturing and supporting the creative community undoubtedly contributes to his growth as a record executive.