Richard Swift (singer-songwriter), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Richard Swift (singer-songwriter)

American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and short-film maker

Date of Birth: 16-Mar-1977

Place of Birth: California, United States

Date of Death: 03-Jul-2018

Profession: record producer, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Richard Swift (March 16, 1977 – July 3, 2018) was an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and short-film maker.
He was the founder, owner, and recording engineer of National Freedom, a recording studio located in Oregon, and worked as producer, collaborator, muse and influencer for acts including The Shins, Damien Jurado, David Bazan (of Pedro the Lion), Foxygen, Jessie Baylin, Nathaniel Rateliff, Lucius, Lonnie Holley, The Mynabirds, Wake Owl, Laetitia Sadier of Stereolab, Gardens & Villa, Cayucas, and Guster.
Swift was a former member of indie rock band The Shins and The Arcs.
He was also a part of The Black Keys' live band during their 2014–2015 tour, performing as their touring bassist and backing singer.