DJ Shadow, born Joshua Paul Davis on June 29, 1972, in San Jose, California, is a pioneering American DJ and record producer renowned for his innovative use of sampling and layered production techniques. His groundbreaking 1996 debut album, *Endtroducing.....*, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the first completely sampled album, blending elements of hip hop, trip hop, and electronic music. Over his career, DJ Shadow has released multiple acclaimed albums, including *The Private Press* (2002) and *Action Adventure* (2023), and has collaborated with artists like Thom Yorke and Mos Def. His work has significantly influenced the evolution of hip hop and electronic music. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Shadow?utm_source=openai))