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Andrew Bisnaught, better known as DJ Babey Drew, was recognized for his contribution to the Diplo and Skrillex award winning album, Jack Ü. A song on Jack Ü called "Jungle Bae" sampled DJ Babey Drew's "In the Air." Bisnaught graduated in 2002 and got his start in radio at WHOV 88.1 FM. He was also an on-air DJ at Virginia Beach's Hot 102.1 for over four years. He currently can be heard on Z-104.5 FM in Virginia Beach and Power 96.1 FM in Atlanta.
- ↑ Drew Bisnaught at IMDbPro (subscription required). Retrieved 10 March 2015.