The Dirty South Beatdown (known as DSB in the Triad) is the Southeast’s biggest producer battle, sixteen editions and several years running. It’s held three times a year in Greensboro, NC and is hosted by Ed E. Ruger plus the Iconoclast crew. The winning producer takes home a prize package that includes $300 cash and several other perks.

For DSB 16, the final round came down to Scotty Royal and Drugged Out Venom. It was a very tight competition with both producers showcasing great beats, bass and samples. In the end though, Scotty Royal won both the judging panel (which I was one of) and the crowd’s favor with his soulful production.

Dirty South Beatdown 17 is November 22 and will take place in Greensboro again. If you missed DSB 16 hit the jump to check out the event recap!