DJ Shay
American record producer (c.1972–2021) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Demetrius Chawton Robinson (c. 1972 – August 2020), known professionally as DJ Shay, was an American disc jockey and record producer who often collaborated with Griselda Records artists.
DJ Shay | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1972 |
| Origin | Buffalo, New York, US |
| Died | August 2020 (aged 48) |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation | Record producer |
| Labels | Buff City |
Biography
Robinson was born c. 1972. At age 10, began DJing for local events in Buffalo, New York, after receiving a turntable for Christmas.[1]
Robinson began producing for a group called Brotherhood Nation.[1] He first worked with Benny the Butcher and Conway the Machine in the 2000s. He was a co-producer on Benny the Butcher's 2019 EP The Plugs I Met.[2][3]
Robinson helped Armani Caesar create her first song while working in his recording studio.[4]
Death and legacy
Robinson died in August 2020, from COVID-19, aged 48. His funeral service was held on August 27. After the funeral concluded, Conway the Machine was handcuffed, but not arrested.[5]
On September 9, 2022, the Black Soprano Family released the mixtape Long Live DJ Shay in tribute.[6]
Discography
- Stop Calling Art Content (2021)
- Unsigned City (2006)
References
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