Rob Swift, born Robert Aguilar in Queens, New York, is a pioneering turntablist renowned for his innovative contributions to hip-hop and turntablism. Influenced by jazz virtuoso Herbie Hancock and hip-hop legends like Grandmaster Flash, Swift honed his craft from a young age. After earning a psychology degree from Baruch College, he joined the X-Men (later the X-Ecutioners) in 1991, winning the DMC East Coast Turntable Championship the following year. His solo career boasts acclaimed albums such as "Soulful Fruit" (1997) and "The Ablist" (1999), showcasing his genre-blending style. Swift has collaborated with artists like Bob James and Herbie Hancock, continually pushing the boundaries of turntablism. ([music.apple.com](https://music.apple.com/us/artist/rob-swift/3567893?utm_source=openai))