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JHN SWN (John Swan) is a New York based DJ/producer, and DJ Instructor at Superior Elevation Records.

Swan began DJing in 1999 playing for break dancing events and underground parties throughout the midwest as well as winning DJ battles across the USA and competing in various world finals. His technical skill set and background serving various dance communities allow Swan to mix genres across the funk, disco, house and electronic spectrum with style and grace. His passion music and movement radiates through his performances whether it’s vinyl, digital or a hybrid live set.

Since arriving to NYC in 2008 John has played parties for Soul In The Horn with Natasha Diggs, at The Lot Radio w/DJ Koco, Golden Record events alongside Ash Lauren, Dam Funk, DJ Spinna, Marcellus Pittman, Large Professor, Resolute NYC, House Of Yes, Zulu Nation & Rock Steady Crew anniversaries, and many more while also performing as the turntablist in his live band West Division.

Chris Ott is a trombonist, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist based in Brooklyn, New York. He is a founding member of the instrumental jazz/funk group, Huntertones, as well as the brass band, Shag Horns. In addition to his own projects, Chris has shared the stage with Lake Street Dive, Kurt Elling, Charlie Hunter, Cory Wong, Nate Smith, Umphrey’s McGee, Ricky Martin, and the Late Show Band with Steven Colbert. Recording credits include work with Jacob Collier, the Jonas Brothers, Lawrence, Allen Stone, and many others. As a composer, Chris is a two-time recipient of the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award and his compositions and arrangements can be heard on Huntertones 5 studio albums, as well as his 2020 solo record, The 60s Project. As an educator Chris has presented masterclasses and clinics in schools throughout the country. He’s also served as a musical ambassador for the American Music Abroad program presenting workshops and concerts in over 25 countries. Chris hails from Kettering, Ohio and studied Music Education and Jazz Performance at The Ohio State University where he was a 4 year member of The Ohio State University Marching Band. He received a Masters in Jazz Trombone Performance from the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and was a member of the the 2010 and 2011 Disneyland All-American College Band. Another side of Chris’ musical personality includes playing more obscure instruments like toy trumpets, slide whistles, game calls, percussion instruments, and conch shells. His video “Toy Trumpet Virtuoso” has received millions of views all over the internet!

JHN SWN (John Swan) is a New York based DJ/producer, and DJ Instructor at Superior Elevation Records.

Swan began DJing in 1999 playing for break dancing events and underground parties throughout the midwest as well as winning DJ battles across the USA and competing in various world finals. His technical skill set and background serving various dance communities allow Swan to mix genres across the funk, disco, house and electronic spectrum with style and grace. His passion music and movement radiates through his performances whether it’s vinyl, digital or a hybrid live set.

Since arriving to NYC in 2008 John has played parties for Soul In The Horn with Natasha Diggs, at The Lot Radio w/DJ Koco, Golden Record events alongside Ash Lauren, Dam Funk, DJ Spinna, Marcellus Pittman, Large Professor, Resolute NYC, House Of Yes, Zulu Nation & Rock Steady Crew anniversaries, and many more while also performing as the turntablist in his live band West Division.