DJ Shadow at Paramount Theatre Seattle

DJ SHADOW CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF ENDTRODUCING…

30 years since the one and only DJ SHADOW dropped his debut studio album, ‘ENDTRODUCING…..,’ the world was never the same. Taking over with his hip hop and trip hop bangers, the man came forward with hits like “Building Steam With a Grain of Salt,” “The Number Song,” “Midnight in a Perfect World,” and more. This year, he’s down to kick off a huge celebration for the iconic album on the road. With tour dates marked across North America, it’s a party you can’t miss out on. Playing the record in its entirety, it’s bound to be nostalgia overload!

“You heard right: for the first time EVER, I’m going to be playing a set focusing solely on my 1996 debut album. Honestly, I was ready to do it anyway, but the fact that "Endtroducing" is turning 30 years old this year made it a no-brainer. I’m genuinely excited to be putting this show together!” — DJ Shadow shared on his website. 

Now, ya’ll know what to do. Come over and join the good vibes as he turns the clock and brings 1996 back to the stage. ENDTRODUCING….. DJ Shadow’s hard-hitting debut banger!

THE LEGACY

“ENDTRODUCING…..” was Shadow’s first full-length project, and would go on to take over the scene with critical acclaim. It would even take a Guinness World Record for “First Completely Sampled Album” in 2001. Producing the record himself, he made pretty legendary tunes with AKAI MPC60 II 12-bit sampling drum machine, turntables, and a borrowed Pro Tools setup from Dan "The Automator" Nakamura. With singles and hits like “Best Foot Forward,” “What Does Your Soul Look Like (Part 4),” and “Midnight in a Perfect World,” listeners around the world kept buying CDs, radio stations kept ‘em on the air, and tons of fans came over to party at his shows. By November 2006, Time Magazine included “ENDTRODUCING…..” as one of its “All-Time” 100 best albums. 

DJ Shadow sure marked history. Entertainment Weekly wrote that Shadow “takes hip-hop into the next dimension,” while The Guardian said that it was “not only one of the most daring and original albums of recent times, but also one of the loveliest.” To this day, Alternative Press’ review remains loud and clear, it’s “an undeniable hip-hop masterpiece.”

Witness this legacy on stage as the man takes the entire record for a live spin, celebrating 30 years since he changed hip hop forever. 

LIVE AT PARAMOUNT THEATRE SEATTLE

It’s bound to be a nostalgic set of heavy samples and hard-hitting beats. There’s no other venue more fitting for this occasion than the Paramount Theatre Seattle. With its stunning & majestic classical architecture, every show is transformed with immaculate vibes. As DJ Shadow spins his legendary debut record, get ready for nostalgia fever right in these halls. 

Located right in the heart of the city, it’s also the perfect spot for a night out, whether you’re planning a pre-show dinner or an afterparty with friends. Plus, we’ve got plenty of parking spots within the vicinity.

Book your tickets now!