DJ Shadow

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Born 29 June 1972.

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DJ Shadow in conversation with Lauren Laverne

DJ Shadow joins Lauren to talk about his new retrospective release.

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Biography

Joshua Paul "Josh" Davis (born June 29, 1972), better known by his stage name DJ Shadow, is an American music producer and DJ. He is a prominent figure in the development of instrumental hip hop and first gained notice with the release of his highly acclaimed debut album "Endtroducing.....". He has an exceptionally large personal record collection, with over 60,000 records. He is the cousin of singer and guitarist Richie Kotzen.

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  1. DJ Shadow: 6 Music Exclusive

    Wed 25 May 2011 12:19

    From Endtroducing to The Outsider, Shadow says he's on course for making the 'best' yet.

  2. DJ Shadow On The Road

    Mon 2 Aug 2010 14:06

    Producer and musician talks to 6 Music News

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    Thu 17 Nov 2011 11:07 Roots Manuva is on Now Playing this week as our virtual guest. The iconic UK rapper... Producer Will

  3. Album Reviews Q&A: DJ Shadow

    Thu 13 Oct 2011 17:33 Artist: DJ Shadow... Mike Diver

BBC Reviews

  1. Reconstructed: The Best of DJ Shadow 2012

    Review of Reconstructed: The Best of DJ Shadow

    Reviewed by Mike Diver

    A (mostly) marvellous snapshot of a supreme production talent.

  2. The Less You Know, the Better 2011

    Review of The Less You Know, the Better

    Reviewed by Ian Wade

    Something of a return to form – just don’t expect an Endtroducing beater.

  3. Endtroducing… 1996

    Review of Endtroducing…

    Reviewed by Mike Diver

    An unprecedented debut which changed the face of hip hop in the 90s.

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