My Favorite DJ

A featured mix from DJ AndOne! This mix was well planned and executed. I liked the transitions and they complimented the flow of the music. I feel like AndOne knows what he is good at and does that a lot, he doesn't over do the spots which could be considered weaker areas. Overall, a good mix that grew on me more and more as I listened. Be sure to check out my new Amazon influencer store front. Al...

An apology for being a little frustrated with a question from the last podcast. I explain myself and give some insight on how I will be better in the future. I answer a question about my custom made laptop back plate (Where I got it, how much it cost and how I justified paying for it.) I give insight to the pictures I post on my Instagram. How I take them and why I DON'T have a professional photog...

It's been a busy week... I started a GoFundMe to pay DJs involved in a battle and 99% of the response has been positive! We raised $9,000 at the time of me writing this... In this podcast I address some of the opposing views I saw in regards to starting this fund raiser. I also ask that you guys take a look around at DJ influencers and community "leaders" that stayed silent throughout th...

Congratulations to all the DJ's that competed in the Redbull 3Style, a great showing! I give my thoughts on some of the things I would change about the competition and why I haven't competed in a while. A great set of questions ranging from "how should I restructure my contract with my agency?" to "how do you get the pictures from the club you're DJing at?" Thank you to everyon...

Mike is more than just the booker at The Living Room inside the W Hotel in Minneapolis. He oversees operations and is involved in different sectors of the night life space for the W. Before we spoke, Mike told me he didn't really like speaking too much so the podcast is a bit short. He was so comfortable and gave great answers once we started talking, I was thrown off by it and I stumbled a bit! W...

Thank you to Crooked, Jamie The Great, Neva and D.Miles for having me on their podcast. The R.O.A.D podcast just turned 1 year old and I was asked to be on. We spoke about shooting cryo at crowds, Redbull 3Style, DJ management and how I can be a better product! Be sure to check out my new Amazon influencer store front. All of the things I use to make this podcast are there along with what I carry...

Sitting down with John B. at his "Main Ingredient" office in Iowa. We talk about business, ideas, relationships and being real. John is an entrepreneur that currently owns restaurants and a night club (Eden Lounge) in Iowa City. I've been working with John for about 4 years and he is one of the hardest working and nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. A lot of infor...

Diesel is a DJ that works for a hospitality group that owns and operates nightlife venues. While working 5 nights per week as a DJ, he also does the booking for the nightlife venues and acts as a consultant for all things DJ related. The company he works for is approaching the 100 million dollar valuation. We speak about what turns him off in emails when DJ's are looking to get booked, base DJ rat...

I wanted to make something for the ladies that enjoy fitness on a regular basis. I wanted to make something for the wives and girlfriends of DJ's that are forced to listen to my podcast on a regular basis by their DJ boyfriends and husbands. I made this for you to share with your girlfriends and for you to enjoy while you get a work out in or lay by the pool thinking about working out. Be sure to...

What happens when you're sick and need to travel? If you must travel, I give my tips on what to do before a flight. I detail what is in my DJ bag. Why I stopped using business cards but why I am going to start using them again. When making a mix what is the best way to structure it so you can sound like the best DJ you can be? A question driven podcast! SEND ME MORE QUESTIONS!!! Be sure to check o...

A good question comes in asking me what is on my tech rider. I was able to find my old rider from 2010 and I read it out to help those who may be needing that information. I am asked what I wear or what a DJ should wear if they are not into fashion. How I dealt with a song request from a club operator and why I don't have a problem receiving song requests (doesn't mean I will play them.) What happ...

Performing over 300 shows a year, Avi Sic has emerged as one of the top open format DJ’s in the country. A producer, remixer and a DJ, Avi Sic is fully invested in her craft. She was also the first female DJ in Chicago to ever hold down a mix show residency for iHeartRadio and KISS FM DJ. I look forward to having her on the podcast when I am in Chicago again! Be sure to check out my new Amazon inf...

You can hear why DJ Rowshay got the name because he is such a smooth DJ. Sometimes playing classic hits can become a game of avoiding the obvious and in my opinion Rowshay nails it. Be sure to check out my new Amazon influencer store front. All of the things I use to make this podcast are there along with what I carry in my DJ bag and general products that I like for my everyday life. This is a ne...

I give my opinion on a discussion that was had on a colleagues Facebook page. There were some comments that jumped out at me and I wanted to share some thoughts on them. A good series of questions got sent in. Do I wear ear plugs? Why or why not? I give some travel tips and let you guys know about a book I want to publish soon. Finally, how to deal with haters or bullies. Be sure to check out my n...

Sitting down with my friend that is at the top of his market in North Carolina. DJ Rowshay. We have a conversation about his past, how he transitioned from one career into another. We recap a bit of our experience at the Redbull 3Style battle where we first met. We also talk about being tired from nightshifts, reality TV show ideas and just general DJ banter between friends. Rowshay keeps his Inst...

I break down how DJ's are in a field that pays so much per minute. I give an example of how large acts that make MASSIVE amounts of money, don't really get to keep it all. A great set of questions get answered to the best of my ability... How to keep people on the dance floor, how to play when half the crowd likes one style of music and the other half likes a different style. Also! How to ask abou...

I recap my thoughts on DJ's who are looking for management or booking agents to help their career. It won't work. I give my opinion on why. A question about Traktor and what to do if you are a DJ whose market is Serato dominated. DJ Resumes? I tell you why I don't think it's a good idea to be loyal to one club. What to do when the club picks a DJ that brings people over good music. Be sure to chec...

In this edition My Favorite DJ is DJ A-Run. This mix is a great representation of how a clean flow can stand alone without scratching or crazy tone play. While the mixing is very clean, this mix is technically simple which makes it even HARDER to sound dope. Relying on just the music, this mix is a class in song selection and progression. My favorite part of the mix, I didn't know every track BUT...

The psychology of a song and why some older songs work better than new songs. Looking the part of a DJ. When is a DJ too old to be playing at clubs?? Picking between a regular job and being a DJ. How to fully commit! Future plans for me when DJing is done.... at least just some ideas. Be sure to check out my new Amazon influencer store front. All of the things I use to make this podcast are there...

DJ DOSA has a cool concept where you can win a mixtape made by him that would fit whatever you want him to make you. In this installment someone wanted a "badass female" mix and he delivered. I like this mix because it's different. It's not the usual songs and the concept is refreshing. Finally, this is a mix that can be appreciated by DJ's and their girlfriends, wives and female compani...

I touch a little bit on what I think are the most important things to keep your body happy while DJing nights and traveling all the time. I mention a guy I saw that made me think of how resilient the human body can be. How much should you help other DJs? How much do I help other DJs? How do I have a calendar full of gigs until December... in JUNE?! A great set of questions this week. Be sure to ch...

I made a mix of how I would play the first 45 minutes of a club. I imagine the club to be top 40 maybe leaning towards hip hop. The mix is based on a club that goes from empty to slowly filling up. There are a lot of variables when opening at a club and the only good way to do it is to be watchful of the flow of the dance floor, tables and bar. Feel free to use it whenever you need. Download link...

I recap a talk I had with a friend of mine that really sparked my motivation to push for MORE. I am officially accepting 45 minute mixes to feature on this podcast. Only some will be chosen, listen to see how to get them to me. I read out my schedule for June, come hang out and hear me play music. Be sure to check out my new Amazon influencer store front. All of the things I use to make this podca...

A little opener etiquette: Don't quick mix your way through your set. I always ask for feedback and I have no problem hearing good or BAD comments about how I played a room. Do you feel the same? I discuss. When a booker asks you "What's your rate?" what is the best way to move forward? All of that plus shout out to some cities all over the world that have been listening! Be sure to chec...

When the headliner asks to go on later, what happens? If the manager says "Play whatever the spender wants" what should you do? How do I use working out and fitness? If there are any DJ's out there that have not filed taxes, please do so. They will find you! I also discuss how a formula to figure out if you should change your DJ name if you have been thinking about doing so! Be sure to c...