Joshua "J.D." Walker

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Joshua "J.D." Walker
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Walker at a BMI event, 2016
Background information
Birth nameJoshua Devon Walker
Also known asJD Walker
Born (1983-04-08) April 8, 1983 (age 42)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Origin Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Musician
  • record producer
  • songwriter
  • mixing engineer
Instrument(s)Piano, keyboard, guitar, drums
Years active2005–present

Joshua "J.D." Walker (born April 8, 1983) is an American songwriter, record producer, and mixing engineer based in Beverly Hills, California. Known for his work across genres such as pop, hip hop, country, trap, and electronic music, he has collaborated with artists including Cher, Kylie Minogue, Jason Derulo, Burna Boy, and Shaboozey. His productions have earned certifications such as RIAA Platinum and CRIA Platinum.

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Walker began his music career in 2005, contributing to projects in pop, hip hop, and electronic music. His early work includes writing and producing for Jason Derulo's Future History (2011) and mixing for Neon Trees' "Your Surrender (Remix)" on the Prom soundtrack, which achieved RIAA Platinum status. He has since worked with international artists like Namie Amuro and Super Junior, earning RIAJ Platinum certifications.

Since 2017, in partnership with Penthouse Studios, he has focused on developing African-American country artists, including Rvshvd, Shaboozey and Willie Jones. Notable discography highlights include engineering for Burna Boy's Grammy-nominated African Giant (2019) and Ant Clemons' HAPPY 2 BE HERE (2020). In 2022, he served as an engineer and vocal producer for Nija Charles's Don’t Say I Didn’t Warn You.

His 2025 release, the "Wrangler Remix" featuring Austin Martin and Chingy, blends country with trap and hip hop. He operates out of Apex Arts Studios in North Hollywood, California, providing production, vocal production, and mixing services to independent clients. Walker continues to write and produce for more established artists, including new material for Ne-Yo.

Discography

YearTitleArtistAlbumCredit(s)Certifications/Notes
2011"Pick Up the Pieces" Jason Derulo Future History Writer, ProducerRIAA: Gold
"Your Surrender (Remix)" Neon Trees, JD Walker Prom: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Mixing, RemixerRIAA: Platinum
"La, La, La" Auburn Major Flavours 6Writer, ProducerRIAA: Gold
2013"Woman's World" [1] Cher Closer to the Truth (Deluxe Edition) Writer, ProducerRIAA: Gold, CRIA: Platinum
"Pride" Cher Closer to the Truth (Deluxe Edition) Writer, ProducerRIAA: Gold, CRIA: Platinum
"Red" Cher Closer to the Truth (Deluxe Edition) Writer, ProducerRIAA: Gold, CRIA: Platinum
"Let Me Let You Go" Namie Amuro Feel Writer, ProducerRIAJ: Platinum
"TUXEDO" Super Junior Hero Writer, ProducerRIAJ: Platinum
"Barrel Of A Gun" [2] Rockie Fresh Electric Highway Writer, Producer
"Baby Just Time" Daichi Miura The EntertainerWriter, ProducerRIAJ: Gold
2014"Les Sex" Kylie Minogue Kiss Me Once (Special Edition) Writer, ProducerBPI: Gold
2015"Real Revolution (feat. The Unknown)"The Unknown, HiClass WeaponReal RevolutionWriter, Producer
"Million Ways (HiClass Weapon Remix)" Shawn Hook, HiClass WeaponMuch Dance 2015ProducerCRIA: Platinum
"Work" [3] Kiki RoweNon-album singleProducer
2016"Running Man - Radio Edit"Ollie GabrielRunning ManWriter, ProducerBVMI: Platinum
"Your Girlfriend"Round2CrewYour Girlfriend Thinks I'm the ShitWriter, Producer
"California Time"Round2CrewYour Girlfriend Thinks I'm the ShitWriter, Producer
"Make her Say"Round2CrewYour Girlfriend Thinks I'm the ShitWriter, Producer
"MY RELIGION"JD Walker MusicTOO FAR FROM HEAVENWriter, Producer
"1 TEQUILA, 2 TEQUILA, 3 TEQUILA, FLOOR"JD Walker MusicTOO FAR FROM HEAVENWriter, Producer
"BASS PRO SHOPS"JD Walker MusicTOO FAR FROM HEAVENWriter, Producer
"TOO FAR FROM HEAVEN"JD Walker MusicTOO FAR FROM HEAVENWriter, Producer
"NEW BROKEN HOME"JD Walker MusicTOO FAR FROM HEAVENWriter, Producer
"Oprah" After Romeo Good ThingsWriter, Producer
"Shut Up" After Romeo Good ThingsWriter, Producer
2017"Break the Silence (Carol of the Bells) [feat. The Unknown]"The Unknown, HiClass WeaponiHeart the Holidays, Vol. 2: A Very Alternative ChristmasWriter, Producer
"Colorful"HiClass WeaponColorfulWriter, Producer
2018"18 (feat. Eighty8)"Eighty8, SHōTA LōDINon-album singleProducer
2019"Show & Tell (feat. Future)" Future, Burna Boy African Giant Writer, Engineer, ProducerRIAA: Platinum, Grammy-nominated
2020"Pinky Promise" Ant Clemons HAPPY 2 BE HEREEngineer, ProducerGrammy-nominated
2021"Raised Up"RvshvdRaised UpMixing#4 Billboard Digital Songs, #1 iTunes Country Singles
"Home To Me"RvshvdNon-album singleMixing
"Down For It (feat. T.I.) – JD Walker Version"Willie JonesRight NowProducer [4]
2022"In My Feelings" Nija Charles Don't Say I Didn't Warn YouEngineer, Vocal ProducerReleased January 2022
"On Call" Nija Charles Don't Say I Didn't Warn YouEngineer, Vocal ProducerReleased January 2022
"Cottonmouth"RvshvdCottonmouthEngineer, Producer
"Clothes On"Holiday StateClothes OnProducer
2023"Bein' Green" Willie Jones Something To Dance ToDrums, Editorial, Mixing, Producer, Programmer, Engineer, Guitar
"South Real Quick"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"Amen"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"I Can Tell You Been Drinkin'"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"Good Spirits"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"Next Level"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"Don't Forget Where You Came From"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"Preacher's Daughter"Sam PoundsDon't Forget Where You Came FromProducer
"Labor Of Love" Pia Toscano Labor Of LoveWriter, Producer
"Leave Right Now"The Kentucky GentlemenLeave Right NowWriter, Drums, Engineer, Guitar, Instrumentation, Lyricist, Mixing, Producer, Programmer
"Language" [5] Alexis MunroeStaticWriter, Engineer, Instrumentation, Lyricist, Producer, Programmer
"Let's Be a Love Song" Willie Jones Something To Dance ToWriter, Editorial, Lyricist, Producer, Programmer, Engineer
"Slow Cookin'" Willie Jones Something To Dance ToEngineer
2024"Adrian"RvshvdIt's RvshvdWriter, Producer
"Wrangler" Austin Martin Non-album singleWriter, Producer
"Forever" Cher ForeverProducer
2025"Wrangler Feat. Chingy Remix" Austin Martin, Chingy Non-album singleWriter, ProducerReleased March 21, 2025 [6]
"Burn It Up (Rubber to the Road)" Austin Martin Burn It Up (Rubber to the Road)Writer, ProducerReleased April 25, 2025

References

  1. "Cher Runs the 'World': Diva Talks No. 1 Dance Single and 'Eclectic' New Album". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media. August 2, 2013. Retrieved January 30, 2021.
  2. "Exclusive: Rockie Fresh's 'Electric Highway' Tracklist". MTV. Viacom Media Networks. January 15, 2013. Archived from the original on February 29, 2024. Retrieved February 21, 2024.
  3. "Listen To 'Work,' A Dose Of Midweek Motivation From Toronto Singer Kiki Rowe". The FADER. The FADER, Inc. August 25, 2015. Retrieved February 21, 2024.
  4. "Willie Jones' Debut Album 'Right Now' Out Today". Shore Fire Media. Shore Fire Media. January 22, 2021. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
  5. "Joshua "J.D." Walker Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  6. "Austin Martin joined by rapper Chingy for "Wrangler Remix": watch the fun music video". Aipate. Aipate Magazine. March 21, 2025. Retrieved April 28, 2025.