“For me, it’s not how many are watching, it’s who is watching – Tosin engaging made me feel like I was doing something right”: Dante Swan is blurring the lines between djent and trap music – and he wants you to steal his riffs

Dante Swan didn’t grow up in the nicest Chicago neighbourhood, so he stayed indoors and found solace in music. His multifarious tastes have since bled into his guitar playing, with his talents now recognized by Tosin Abasi.

The Animals As Leaders guitarist is eager to showcase the versatility of his builds, which is why Justus West, Josh De La Victoria, and Spiro Dussias all have a home in its artist roster.

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