Shep Pettibone is an American music producer, remixer, and songwriter born in 1959 in New Jersey, USA. Known for his contributions to pop, R&B, and hip-hop, he gained initial recognition as a DJ on New York's WRKS 98.7 Kiss-FM. Pettibone later worked with the disco/dance label Salsoul Records, where his innovative production and mixing techniques stood out. In the late 1980s, he collaborated with major artists like Madonna and George Michael, contributing to their chart-topping success. Alongside Arthur Baker, he played a pivotal role in popularizing elements of dance and hip-hop culture, such as scratching. His work remains influential in shaping modern dance music.

• Genres: R&B, Рэп и хип-хоп, Поп
• Country: USA, Jersey
• Language: English