Jared Dines, the man responsible for the parody metal stereotypes videos, and Rob Scallon, most recently of 9-stringed fame, created djent. Did you know that? If you don't believe me then you can check the video of them literally inventing it above. I don't see how you can refute this kind of evidence.
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It's also worth noting Baha Men are also on the track.