Troy "BOXX" Mason
Producer • Songwriter • Multi-Instrumentalist Recording, Mixing & Mastering Engineer • Talkbox Artist • Founder, Soultown Icon Records
For more than three decades, Troy "BOXX" Mason Sr. has built a career as a musician, producer, songwriter, recording engineer, and creative visionary. His work spans major-label recordings, independent productions, film soundtrack projects, and artist development, earning a reputation for musicianship, professionalism, and a passion for timeless music.
As Founder and Executive Producer of Soultown Icon Records, Troy continues to write, produce, perform, and mentor artists while creating new music of his own. His mission is simple: create timeless music, develop exceptional artists, and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
Career Highlights
For more than three decades, Troy "BOXX" Mason Sr. has built a distinguished career as a producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, recording, mixing, and mastering engineer, contributing to major-label recordings, motion picture soundtracks, and independent artist development.
His career includes work with Coolio, earning Double-Platinum recognition for his contributions to the acclaimed Gangsta's Paradise album, which accompanied the hit film Dangerous Minds starring Michelle Pfeiffer. He also contributed to "All the Way Live" from the Eddie motion picture soundtrack starring Whoopi Goldberg.
His credits also include Teena Marie's La Doña, which debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200, reached No. 3 on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and No. 6 on the Top Album Sales chart, further highlighting his experience on nationally recognized recording projects.
Additional recording credits include The Dazz Band, Christopher Williams, Jesse Powell, South Central Cartel, and numerous independent artists and recording projects throughout his career.
Today, as Founder and Executive Producer of Soultown Icon Records, Troy continues to produce, write, mentor artists, and create timeless music while helping independent artists build lasting careers.
Selected Career Highlights & Recording Credits
Coolio – Gangsta’s Paradise Album
Awarded Double-Platinum recognition for contributions to the album associated with the hit motion picture Dangerous Minds starring Michelle Pfeiffer.
Coolio – “All the Way Live”
Awarded Gold recognition for contributions to the single featured on the Eddie motion picture soundtrack starring Whoopi Goldberg.
Coolio – My Soul
Awarded Gold recognition for contributions to the album.
Teena Marie – La Doña
Awarded Gold recognition for contributions to the album, which debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200, reached No. 3 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and No. 6 on the Top Album Sales chart.
The Dazz Band
Recording and production collaborations.
Christopher Williams
Recording project contributions.
Jesse Powell
Recording project contributions.
South Central Cartel
Recording, production, and performance contributions.
Engineering Credits section
For more than three decades, Troy “BOXX” Mason Sr. has provided professional recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and production services for major-label, independent, and soundtrack recording projects. His engineering experience spans multiple genres and includes work with nationally recognized artists, producers, musicians, and record labels.
Tommy Boy Records
Engineering contributions on recording projects, including work connected to Montell Jordan’s “This Is How We Do It” era.
Warner Bros. Records
Engineering contributions on recording projects for Warner Bros. recording artists.
Death Row Records
Engineering contributions on recording projects.
Major and Independent Record Labels
Recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and production services for artists and projects across both major and independent labels.
Echo Sound Studio – Atwater Village, California
Professional recording engineer working alongside respected artists, musicians, producers, and recording professionals.
Current Music & Legacy
After decades of contributing to award-recognized recordings, major-label projects, and nationally recognized artists, Troy "BOXX" Mason Sr. is entering a new chapter of his career as a recording artist, producer, and creative visionary.
As Founder and Executive Producer of Soultown Icon Records, Troy continues writing, producing, and releasing original music while helping build a platform dedicated to timeless music and artist development.
With new recordings currently in production, his focus remains on creating music that blends classic musicianship, soulful storytelling, and the signature Talkbox sound that has become part of his musical identity.
The journey continues—and the best is still ahead.