DJ Swamp
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| Background information | |
| Born | Ronald K. Keys Jr. |
| Origin | Cleveland, Ohio, US |
| Genres | Hip hop, electronic |
| Occupation | Disc jockey |
| Instruments | Turntables, vocals, Sampling |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Labels | Decadent Guidance Sesame Workshop Records Warner Bros. 20th Records |
| Website | djswamp |
Ronald K. Keys Jr. aka DJ Swamp is an American hip hop DJ, turntablist, producer and vocalist. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. He currently resides in Los Angeles, United States. In 1996, he won the title of US DMC Champion, his first year entering the tournament. Swamp toured with Beck for four years and later broke away into a solo career with his release "Never is Now" in 2001. Alternative Press gave "Never is Now" an 8/10 rating.
His follow-up, a drum 'n' bass EP, Instruments of Torture, was recorded with Jack Dangers of Meat Beat Manifesto. Vinyl Disciple produced several music videos, including four 3D music videos. The music video for "The Leaders will Follow" is the first music video to incorporate 3D video scratching. His music video for "Rock Rollin'" features Dave England of Jackass fame.