Leandro Henrique da Silva, internationally known as DJ Rusty, is one of the pioneering names in Brazilian Jump Up Drum & Bass. Based in São Paulo, Brazil, Rusty has dedicated more than two decades to the development and promotion of Drum & Bass culture, building a respected career as a DJ, producer, label owner, and scene ambassador.
His journey began in 2000 when he first discovered Drum & Bass. What started as a passion quickly evolved into a professional career driven by a relentless commitment to music and underground culture. Through years of dedication, Rusty established himself as a recognized figure within both the Brazilian and international Drum & Bass communities.
Known for his energetic performances, technical mixing skills, and crowd focused selections, DJ Rusty has become synonymous with high impact dancefloor experiences. His sets combine the raw energy of Jump Up with the essence of underground Drum & Bass, creating a unique identity that has earned him support from artists and audiences around the world.
INTERNATIONAL CAREER
Throughout his career, DJ Rusty has performed across multiple countries, helping spread Brazilian Drum & Bass culture beyond its borders.
Countries where he has performed include:
• Brazil
• England
• Argentina
• Chile
• Colombia
• Venezuela
His international appearances have strengthened connections between the Brazilian scene and global Drum & Bass communities, contributing to the growth and recognition of South American talent on the world stage.
ARTISTS SHARED THE STAGE WITH
Over the years, DJ Rusty has performed alongside some of the biggest names in Drum & Bass and Bass Music, including:
• DJ Hype
• Twisted Individual
• FuntCase
• Sub Zero
• Dillinja
• Breakneck
• DJ Marky
• XRS
• DJ Patife
These collaborations and performances have further cemented his reputation within the global Drum & Bass network.
MUSIC PRODUCTION
DJ Rusty began producing music in the early 2000s, developing a distinctive sound influenced by Jump Up, Dancefloor Drum & Bass, and underground UK Bass culture. His productions quickly gained attention from labels in both Brazil and the UK.
His first international release arrived through the UK label Muzik Hertz with the track:
• Mustang Fastback
This marked the beginning of a successful production career that would lead to multiple releases across respected independent Drum & Bass labels.
LABELS RELEASED ON
Throughout his career, DJ Rusty has released music through various respected labels, including:
• Muzik Hertz (UK)
• Radical Beats
• Federation S Records (UK)
• Wild West Records
• Promo Audio Recordings
• Grid Recordings (UK)
• Innerground records
These releases have helped establish Rusty as one of the leading Brazilian representatives of the Drum & Bass sound.
PROMO AUDIO RECORDINGS
DJ Rusty is the founder and owner of Promo Audio Recordings, one of the most important Brazilian labels dedicated to Jump Up Drum & Bass.
The label became recognized for being among the first Brazilian imprints to consistently represent the country's Jump Up movement internationally, releasing both national and international artists on vinyl and digital formats distributed by Nu-Urban Music UK.
Over the years, Promo Audio Recordings has accumulated a catalog of releases, helping introduce Brazilian talent to global audiences while also bringing international artists into the Brazilian market.
PERFORMANCE STYLE
DJ Rusty's performances are known for:
• High energy dancefloor driven sets
• Exclusive dubplates and unreleased material
• Powerful Drum&Bass selections
• Strong crowd interaction
• Technical mixing and dynamic transitions
• Deep knowledge of Drum & Bass culture
Whether performing in intimate club settings or major festival stages, Rusty consistently delivers an authentic Drum & Bass experience that connects with both dedicated fans and new audiences alike.