The Neptunes vs. Timbaland

Forget a head-to-head showdown—let's just call it a tie and celebrate the dominating sounds of two of Virginia's finest production outfits. Together, they've scored sassy pop hits for Gwen Stefani and Kelis, along with crafting some of JAY Z's most anthemic club anthems. The off-kilter minimalism of the Clipse underscores the innovative sounds on offer here.