Al Eaton

Al Eaton
Birth name	Alfred Eaton
Also known as	Al 'Baby Jesus' Eaton
Origin	Oakland, California, United States
Occupation(s)	Music producer, songwriter, engineer
Years active	Late 1970s – present
Labels	Jive, Dangerous Music, Sick Wid' It Records, No Limit Records, others

Al Eaton (born Alfred Eaton; also known as Al "Baby Jesus" Eaton) is an American music producer, songwriter, and engineer based in Oakland, California. He is known for his influential work in the hip-hop and rap genres, spanning from the late 1970s through the 2000s. Eaton is the owner of One Little Indian Studios and has been involved in numerous prominent projects in the industry.

Early Life and Career

Alfred Eaton, known professionally as Al Eaton, began his music career in the late 1970s. His early work established him as a significant player in the development of West Coast hip-hop.

Career

1980s

In the 1980s, Eaton made his mark on the hip-hop scene with pioneering work. He collaborated with Too Short on seminal albums such as Life Is... Too $hort and Freaky Tales. His innovative use of sampling and beat production helped define the sound of early West Coast rap.

1990s

During the 1990s, Eaton continued to influence the genre with a diverse range of projects. Notable collaborations include Kid Rock's Grits Sandwiches For Breakfast, as well as contributions to various No Limit Records releases. Eaton also worked with prominent artists like E-40 and Spice 1, showcasing his versatility and impact on the evolving hip-hop landscape.

2000s

In the 2000s, Eaton's career continued to flourish. He contributed to George Benson's Absolute Benson and worked with Spice 1 on The Last Dance. His production and engineering work remained influential, reflecting his ability to adapt to different styles and trends within the music industry.

Discography

Eaton's extensive discography includes a wide array of roles:

• Production: Life Is... Too $hort (Too Short), Grits Sandwiches For Breakfast (Kid Rock), Deep N2 The Game (E-40)
• Technical Engineering: Contributions to albums like The Mail Man (Too Short) and various No Limit Records releases
• Remix and Additional Contributions: Work on tracks for artists including Queen Latifah and Zhané

Personal life

Eaton operates One Little Indian Studios in Oakland, California, where he continues to be active in the music industry. His career has made a lasting impact on hip-hop, with significant contributions to both early and contemporary sounds of the genre.