About Pat DiPaola
Pat DiPaola (aka pdpbeats) is the owner of 727 Studios, with over a decade of experience working with artists and VIPs from across the music industry.
His journey started early, picking up the drums at age 8 and earning mentorship from Tim Walsh of The Stepkids. Throughout high school, Pat’s dedication led him to awards like the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award and John Philip Sousa Award, and eventually to scholarships at Berklee College of Music. Graduating early with a focus on music production, engineering, and drum performance, Pat moved to Bushwick, Brooklyn, where he started working with local rappers and producers.
In 2015, Pat opened 727 Studios on the Bushwick-Ridgewood border, and it quickly became a go-to spot in New York’s hip-hop scene, even appearing in music videos for NY underground rap legends Krimelife Ca$$ and ABG Neal. 727 Studios was the #1 most booked studio worldwide on Studiotime.io until the platform shut down, known for its underground energy, creative atmosphere, and affordable rates.
Over the years, Pat’s client list has grown to include Grammy-winning talents like Wyclef Jean of The Fugees and vocalist J Hoard, with whom he’s contributed drum patterns, samples, and production work. Collaborating with Wyclef on projects like "Wyclef Jean: Inspired By…" and "The Carnival III Deluxe Edition," Pat contributed drum patterns, samples, and production that helped bring these records to life. One project Pat is most proud of is Wyclef’s track “Inspired by Whitney Houston,” which features a previously unheard Whitney Houston vocal and Pat’s hard-hitting & energetic production.
In addition, Pat’s extensive experience in hospitality has given him the experience of working closely with numerous VIPs and celebrities, including Diplo, Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert, Erykah Badu, The Strokes, Deadmau5, Armin Van Buuren, and Jack Harlow, among others. This background has given him a unique understanding of the demands and dynamics of working with high-profile clients.
Now, as the full owner of 727 Studios, Pat continues to welcome artists from around the U.S. and beyond. His goal remains to create a supportive, collaborative environment where artists can bring their vision to life.
Selected Works
Original Productions
Before & After Examples
Related Articles & Publications
Click Here - For more of Pat’s credits, and tracks that have he has recorded, mixed, or mastered at 727 Studios **(this list is a work-in-progress, and not yet complete)**
Click Here - Pitchfork review for Wyclef Jean’s “Inspired By” mixtape
Click Here - Pitchfork article for J Hoard’s “One Night”
Click Here - DELI Mag article for RONI’s “Don’t Look At Me Like That”