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Andre 3000, one half of OutKast, which were known for their experimental hip-hop, approaching it with elements of funk, soul, and pop. This alternative genre-blurring approach inspired and opened the door for artists like Frank Ocean to explore alternate paths of hip-hop and soul. Frank ocean usually likes to wear his inspirations on his sleeve, often quoting the term "ice Cold!" in the same tone as Andre on his songs (Photo taken from Frank Ocean's Tumblr account, 2011)

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Prince was a prolific songwriter and producer, known for his ability to craft catchy melodies and innovative production. Frank Ocean, too, is celebrated for his heartfelt introspective song writing and interesting takes on experimentalism. Prince's artistic influence on Frank Ocean is evident in their shared commitment to pushing the envelope and creating music that is both fresh and unconventional. While Frank Ocean has developed his own distinct style and voice, Prince's legacy as a genre-defying and boundary-pushing artist has undoubtedly played a role in shaping Frank Ocean's approach to music and creative expression overall.

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Radiohead's electronic rebrand in 2000 with KID A was magnificent but this sound was not achieved single-handedly, the electronic droning and ambience is eerily reminiscent of Aphex's earlier works while exploring new ideas. Thom becoming a pioneer in contemporary EDM is largely thanks to Aphex Twin, while consistently wearing his inspirations on his sleeve Thom has given Aphex his flowers multiple times publicly "He burns a heavy shadow ... Aphex opened up another world that didn't involve my fucking electric guitar ... I hated the Britpop thing and what was happening in America, but Aphex was totally beautiful." ("Splitting Atoms". Dazed. February 2013.)

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In Jeff Buckley's unfortunately short career he proved to be and remain a very prominent influence to many artists including Thom Yorke. From my experience a lot of people tend to think Jeff Buckley's light and ethereal yet powerful voice is reminiscent of the front-man of Radiohead Thom Yorke, You should know that Buckley was one of few that inspired Thom's ability to really use his voice to connect himself to a song with more emotional resonanse. sometime in 1994 the band saw Buckley live, this is where Thom would be inspired to write a handful of tracks from their 1995 LP "The Bends". . "I went to see Jeff Buckley before he died. That was one of those, “It’s OK to do that?” And it reminded me of this vulnerable part of me that I was choosing to hide." (Thom Yorke, Rolling Stone, 2023)

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R.E.M has heavily impacted Radiohead front man Thom Yorke's way of tackling music and overall sense of style steadily throughout their discography, Thom seen Stipe's vulnerability in his writing as a reminder that you don't have to justify yourself to anyone and to embrace that weirdness in yourself, it was this that pushed him to go to art school and take music seriously. Michael Stipe is one of Thom's earliest influences going as far as emulating Stipe's voice to practice in his adolescence, he soon came to realise maybe that was a little out of his range but was still captured by Stipe's writing.

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The late MF DOOM was celebrated for his intricate and abstract lyrical style. His wordplay, dense rhymes, and unconventional storytelling techniques set a high standard for lyricism in hip-hop. This influence can be seen in JPEGMAFIA's own intricate and thought-provoking lyrics, as both artists share a commitment to crafting lyrics that demand active engagement and interpretation. JPEGMAFIA and MF DOOM's innovative use of samples and production techniques, often drawing from obscure sources and blending disparate elements, set them apart from the rest as producers.
"R.I.P DOOM to the villain I'm raised" (JPEGMAFIA, LP, 2021)

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Lil B was one of the early artists to utilize social media and the internet to build a dedicated fan base. His internet presence and interaction with fans set a precedent for artists like JPEGMAFIA, who also leverages the internet and social media to connect with fans. Lil B's independent ethos aligns with JPEGMAFIA's own commitment to artistic independence as both artists have emphasized the importance of maintaining creative control over their music and careers.

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Kanye's influence on Frank Ocean.
Kanye West is a renowned producer He has a knack for crafting intricate and innovative beats that complement his lyrics. Both Kanye West and Frank Ocean are known for their deeply personal and autobiographical song writing. They often use their music as a platform to share their innermost thoughts, emotions, and experiences. “Kanye West’s challenge to the conventions of contemporary hip hop is nowhere more apparent than on his 4th album 808s & Heartbreak. We argue that the album can be seen as a critical reflection on the politics of black masculinity within the context of American celebrity culture. The album is constituted by 2 key themes: First sadness and vulnerability in the face of loss; and second, emptiness and isolation as a consequence of stardom” (Hawkins, stan. 2017,  mar 16.  (p. 285). Kanye West was one of the first mainstream hip hop artists to cover topics like this, inspiring and opening up doors for artists like Frank Ocean.

Kanye's influence on JPEGMAFIA.
Both Kanye and JPEGMAFIA's work challenge traditional hip hop in so many ways, Kanye West's willingness to mix elements of hip-hop, electronic, industrial, and punk in "Yeezus" and The unusual and abrasive structure and themes explored on "The Life of Pablo inspired the production and overall theme of Peggy's sophomore album "veteran".  After being asked what inspired his work in an interview he revealed that;
"I listened to "life" [The Life of Pablo] after I finished Veteran, and I was like, damn this is kinda similar, like stuff ends abruptly and shit pops up out of nowhere, maybe subconsciously, it's also the same amount of tracks, 19." (An Interesting Conversation With JPEGMAFIA, issuu, 2018)

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Radiohead's lyrics often delve into complex and existential themes. They explore topics like alienation, technology, and the human condition, studying Radiohead's lyrical approach influences me to write thought-provoking and introspective lyrics that resonate with listeners on a deeper level. The way Radiohead can convey complex emotions through their lyrics and dissident production inspires me to spark my own work with genuine emotion and authenticity. KID A being one of my favorite albums of all time for its ability to isolate the listener with its desolate soundscapes in its production and themes opened up a new path I could take when it comes to producing my own music

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JPEGMAFIA or also known as "Peggy" is an explosive energetic alternative hip hop producer and rapper, his music often incorporates glitchy beats, unconventional sampling, and distorted soundscapes. He is always progressing sonically and its always his own sound, dipping into soul, RnB and punk rock all on one song sometimes, he's really not afraid of exceeding the boundaries of any genre he's finessing his way into. This really inspires me to go whichever way I want with my sound, I want to create a sound that is distinctively my own and JPEGMAFIA reminds me that paving your own path and doing your own thing is the best way to really attach yourself to the listener sonically

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Frank Ocean is celebrated for his emotional depth and honesty in his music. His willingness to share his personal experiences and vulnerabilities through his lyrics is inspirational. His work pushes me to dig deeper with my writing and lets me expand on new ideas, not being confined to whatever is popular. His genre blurring approach really opened a new world for me with albums like Blonde and Endless, the unconventional soundscapes, the ethereal synths, these albums don't adhere to traditional song structures, they are often featuring short interludes with spoken word segments, and unconventional transitions between songs. I aspire to have this sort of charm in my work, its magic when you hear something the first time and its a little off putting and you're not sure about it but you come back to it later and you love it.