Wiz and Dre are two childhood friends that grew up in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn, New York.
Throughout grade school the two completely immersed themselves in hip hop culture, participating in everything from breakdancing, graffiti, to rap.
As they explain, "some of our friends started recording songs and making tracks, and it took our interest in music to another level.
"[citation needed] Finding inspiration in Dr. Dre's The Chronic, the duo immediately began crafting their sound.
From there, The Buchanans went on to produce for artists such as Beyoncé, Nas, Dr. Dre, T.I,[3] Lupe Fiasco,[4] Amerie and Fabolous.