Reflections Of A Dj

Episode 257: DRE SINATRA On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew are joined by LA’s finest @DreSinatra (@Real923LA, @YoungCalifornia, and DJ for @TyDollaSign). Dre Sinatra credits artists like the #NewBoyz "You're A Jerk" for bringing hip hop to the bottle services clubs in LA in the 2000s (02:35), shares a throwback story about KRS-One (@Teacha_KRSOne) getting boo’d at Colony Mondays (12:20) and @DJCrooked compares NYC “Black Diamond Parties” to LA's @MadeNightlife (17:30). Dre speaks on becoming @RayJ’s DJ (23:55), DJ’ing for LA Chicano rap artists like “Lean like a Cholo” Kilo (@MrLeanLikeaCholo) (30:55) and giving himself one year to accomplish being a fulltime DJ (42:55). He talks about his @Twitch streams and his relationship with @FrandalayBay (1:10:02). Dre recounts being on Ray J’s TV show “For the Love of Ray J” (1:15:43), becoming Ty Dolla $ign’s DJ (1:25:02) and never getting caught up in the celebrity lifestyle (1:30:40). He shares his opinion on the @WizKhalifa incident @Poppy nigh

Episode 256: Remembering NY Radio On this week’s episode of the @RoadPocast address the recent response on social media from New York OG's like @DJScratch and @DJSirCharles regarding a video clip from @TheBakaBoyz previous episode #255 (06:35). @DJNeva and @DJCrooked look back at Hip-Hop on New York Radio during the 1980s and 1990s (15:09) and reminisce on old record shops like @DJRockandSoul and @FatBeats (27:10). Finally, the fellas speak about the recent ban on @KanyeWest's music with Club DJs (33:40) and speak about the recent passings of @YRNTakeOff of the @Migos, #TameOne of #TheArtifacts and #HurricaneG (57:40).

Episode 255: THE BAKA BOYZ On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sit down with LA radio legends and music producers @TheBakaBoyz (@NickVeeZee & @DJ3ricV). The Baka Boyz speak on creating their radio segment “Roll Call” which influenced @EdLover and @DoctorDre39’s east coast version (1:15), helping flip @Power_106 in LA to an all hip hop station (4:30) and credit themselves for bringing underground hip hop to New York radio (25:40). They share stories of when #JayZ refused to freestyle on their show (29:55), discuss their famous #FridayNiteFlavas (36:55) and passing on a #Tupac feature on their Cali Kings mixtape (41:02). The Baka Boyz talk being talent scouts, discovering radio stars like @BigBoy, @DJEman and #UncleTito (1:12:35). Nick recounts pursuing spirituality with his brand @HouseofSueno after the passing of his daughter (1:25:02) and the boys speak on losing both of their parents in the same year (1:35:20). They explain their fall out with Power 106 (1:44:55) and navigating their time

Episode 254: 5 Year Anniversary On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew celebrate their 5 Year Anniversary with special guest hosts @DJMoma and @ItsMartyRock. Marty confronts the podcast about misinformed statements on previous episodes regarding Reggaeton history (3:09) and the fellas ask Moma how the response was when his cameo in @Beyonce's @TiffanyAndCo commercial aired this past month (31:40). The crew listens back to their very first episode of the podcast (47:01) and answer in-depth questions from Moma about their work relationship over the past 5 years (1:09:27).

Episode 253: “The Future of Serato” Feat. Kutcorners + Mr. Sonny James On this week's episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew welcome @Serato’s Artist Relations Team @Kutcorners and @MrSonnyJames to discuss Serato’s latest stem-splitting 3.0 update. The fellas speak on Serato discontinuing their SL Boxes (6:25)and the criticism they receive daily on DJ Twitter (23:59). Kut Corners addresses @CFLO’s claims that the stem tech Serato uses is dated compared to his @Stemverter app (31:01). Finally the fellas discuss @DJSnake still DJing on Scratch Live (51:14) and debate if laptops will be obsolete in the future of DJ’ing (55:12).

Episode 252: "Altura: DJ Exile + DJ AR" On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome one of the biggest Latin parties in Las Vegas, @AlturaPresents, @DJExile and DJ AR (@AlturaPapi). The crew give Exile and AR their flowers for building such a great local party (2:02) and Exile speaks on expanding their parties to live performance concerts with big Latin artists like #JhayCortez (@JhayCo) and @Tokischa.Popola (10:20). The fellas talk about the current “Golden Era” of Reggaeton right now (30:24). Exile recalls a frustrating time in his DJ career when #Kaos Nightclub closed in 2019 (39:50) and explains how linking up with DJ AR was his saving grace (57:03). Finally, @DJCrooked announces their collaboration with Altura's Wednesday night party on Oct.26th for Road Podcast’s "5 year Anniversary" and Crooked's Birthday with guest DJ sets from NYC's finest @DJMoma and @DJMartyRock (1:05:21).

Episode 251: DJ J NICE On this week's episode of the @RoadPodcast the fellas speak with ATL Veteran and Las Vegas's finest @DJJNice. J Nice speaks on the passing of his friend @Coolio (00:26). The fellas discuss "aggressive openers" (6:02) and J Nice recalls working at the legendary Club 112 in Atlanta where he linked up with  #BigMeech of #BMF (Black Mafia Family) (21:52). He speaks on becoming the president of @Shaq’s entertainment company (36:26), being @TheNotoriousBig’s DJ with @DJClarkKent (44:12) and explains the one time @LilTunechi (Lil Wayne) fired him (50:45). J Nice shares a story of a past altercation with @DJDMiles at @OnTheRecordLV (1:02:52) and explains his view on Latin Artists getting booked over Hip-Hop acts in Las Vegas (1:19:02). Finally, the crew discuss the difficulties of building and executing your own parties (1:34:02).

Episode 250: The Latino MJ On this week's episode of the @RoadPodcast speak about @BadBunnyPR’s tour invading Las Vegas and debate whether Bad Bunny is the "Latino Michael Jackson" (8:35). The fellas' debate who was the last artist to unify Black People globally like Bad Bunny has done for Latinos (15:47) and question whether foreign artists need the “American Stamp of Approval” (26:43), @DJNeva shares his hesitation to cash in a “Big Tip” he recently received at a gig (39:43) and @DJCrooked asks the fellas what superstitions/rituals they have before DJing (50:01). Finally, the crew speak with a young up and coming DJ @JaydensVengence about secret underground parties in NYC (1:00:30).

Episode 249: DJ CRG On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast the fellas welcome Austin’s finest @DJCRG. CRG speaks on Las Vegas clubs post-pandemic (00:55) and thanks @ChrisDuano from San Antonio for teaching him the ropes in nightlife (07:20). The fellas discuss the Latin explosion in Vegas (17:50), address the tech boom affecting Austin nightlife on Rainy St. (25:45) and rate the Top 5 major party cities in Texas (32:50). CRG speaks on the devasting loss of @WhoIsNyce who was instrumental in uniting DJs in Austin (37:22). Finally, CRG talks about seeing positive changes after giving up alcohol (57:32) and speaks on micro-dosing mushrooms (1:06:22).

Episode 248: Las Vegas Raiders DJ CO1 On this week's episode of the @RoadPodcast the fellas speak with @Raiders In-Game DJ, @Q100Vegas Radio Personality, and Las Vegas’ finest @DJCO1. CO1 speaks on the hectic atmosphere coordinating the Raiders games (00:45), studying to become "NFL Certified" (16:23), and reminiscing on the "Secret Vegas DJ Basketball League" that ousted @DJCrooked (24:55). He explains why he quit law enforcement (36:22), breaks down the "LA Party Crews" in the '90s (50:51) and getting into radio with the help of @ImDJDrew (1:13:22). Finally, CO1 speaks on creating his own lane in Radio and Sports Events without having to compete in the Vegas Club scene (1:31:20).

Episode 247: DJ Girlfriend Etiquette On this week's episode of the @RoadPodcast the fellas wish @DJNeva a Happy Birthday (00:27), discuss everyone's Top 5 Athletes including @SerenaWilliams (02:28) and #WiltChamberlain (14:23). @DJNeva addresses the recent backlash @FatJoe received for including Puerto Ricans as co-founders of the conception of Hip-Hop along with "Black Americans" (34:02). Finally, the crew question whether it’s okay to play R. Kelly's music again (52:02) and address a listener's question regarding “proper DJ Girfirend Etiquette” (1:07:55).

Episode 246: DJ IGNITE On this week's episode of the @Roadpodcast the fellas welcome Bahamas’ finest @DJIgnite. Ignite speaks on landing in Las Vegas during floodings (1:25), chimes in on @DeeJayPuffy stating Barbados is the "hardest crowd to DJ for" (14:14), and discuss the lack of Caribbean presence on the Westcoast (22:10). The crew breakdown the importance of a great "lighting guy" (30:28) and Ignite talks about working on the Resort Golf Courses in the Bahamas to get into the Resort Nightclubs (51:41). Finally, Ignite explains the importance of being a proper "host in your city" (1:01:37) and being the first Bahamian DJ to play in Las Vegas (1:09:20).

Episode 245: Pete Shalvoy On this week's episode of the @Roadpodcast the fellas speak with Nightlife Veteran, New York Native and Las Vegas's finest DJ Peter Shalvoy (@ShalvoyMusic). Shalvoy speaks on the legendary NYC Discotheque #ParadiseGarage and having an exclusive membership in the 1980's (2:55), hanging out with #Jean-MichelBasquiat and #KeithHaring (16:48) and reminisces on Larry Levan DJ sets (30:08). The crew discuss “poppers” (35:45), DJs breaking new records in the clubs (42:50) and Shalvoy’s former alias “DJ Porkchop”(1:06:55). Finally, he talks about creating his own house and disco edits (1:22:30).

Episode 244: No Song Of The Summer On this week's episode of the @Roadpodcast the fellas speak on the recent string of unfortunate events in Las Vegas from massive floods, shootings and an airport shutdown (02:54). The crew discuss the absence of a “Song of the Summer” for the first time ever (11:39), question why remixes with crossover features aren't effective anymore  (15:01) and reminisce on the era of ‘hip house’ (28:36). They debate why some DJs shy away from playing Saucy Santana (@the1saucysantana) (46:53) and @JaimeDaGreat shares an ignorant encounter where he was accused of playing “Chunti” music (1:06:42).

Episode 243: House Vs. EDM On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome a collective of Las Vegas heavyweights @SheckyGreenLV, @EddieMacLV, @DJLema, and @Spydatekzilla to expand on a previous discussion (from Episode #237) which sparked a major debate online "House vs EDM" (1:20). They discuss the birth of Electronic/Dance Music and how EDM became a “bad word” (8:14). They speak about the “death of disco” (22:34), ghost producing in EDM (46:55) and annoying "Clock DJs" (1:06:15). Shecky explains that during times of economic hardships, people listen to music with faster BPMs (1:08:20) and Eddie Mac recounts a frustrating interaction opening for @DavidGuetta (1:12:37). The fellas discuss local DJs in Las Vegas conforming to a dated formula that venues have been following (1:41:42). Finally, Crooked shares his desire to spin longer sets (1:47:15) and recaps a recent experience with an opener (1:49:42).

Episode 242: Play My Mama's Song On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas discuss a viral video of @WizKhalifa aggressively confronting MC @OmgItsTron & DJ @Mikey_Danger at @Poppy nightclub during his album release party (1:58). The crew speak on @KidCapri101’s and Rob Swift's (@BrolicArm) reaction to the Wiz's "disrespectful" behavior (33:32) and @DJCrooked asks the guys how they would have responded if they had been the DJ that night (35:02). Finally, @DJNeva and @JaimeDaGreat recap their encounter with @Usher, @RealEvanRoss, and @JermaineDupri at @OnTheRecordLV (1:02:13).

Episode 241: “Mixer Wars” Feat. Neek Lopez + The Rub On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are back with a special guest host, LV's own @NeekLopez of the @5on5Podcast. Neek and @DJCrooked speak on their first awkward encounter at @OmniaNightclub (2:10). Neek speaks about his local Disco Party in DTLV @ParadiseFeverDisco and his residency at the new ice cream inspired 3-room nightclub @WeAllScreamDTLV (15:25). The fellas admit to secretly shazaming songs and nightclub staff memorizing DJ’s set when they don't switch it up (27:12). The crew call @DJEleven and @DJAyres to congratulate them on the 20th anniversary of @ItstheRub poppin' off in Brooklyn July 30th with @DJMoma and @DJGetLive at @BellhouseNY (40:20). Finally, the fellas discuss a tweet from LA's finest @DJRtistic referring to Pioneer's S9 and 900 Mixer as a "Hip-Hop vs EDM thing" (58:37). Rest in Peace to our fellow DJ @WhoIsNyce. Any and all donations to help with his funeral costs are appreciated and could be found at the link be

Episode 240: DJ RI5E On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome DC’s finest @DJRi5e. Ri5e and @DJCrooked speak on DJ’ing @TheParkat14th in the early 2010’s with @DJQuickSilva (1:15) and shine light on the original godfather of nightlife in DC @TheMarcBarnesDC (14:30). Crooked gives props to DJs like DC's own @JeromeBaker3rd whose unique DJ style helps shape the local nightlife scene in his city and the fellas speak on the “just do you” phrase when spinning guest spots (26:05). The crew speak on the lack of Afrobeats being played on the Westcoast, debate whether DJs are still tastemakers (35:47) and discuss how DC nightlife doesn’t get the credit it deserves (1:01:02). Finally, the fellas speak on the @AdoboDMV Latin Party and address a recent Twitter exchange regarding El Alfa (@ElAlfaElJefe) being the crossover star for Dew Bow (1:05:59).

Episode 239: “Live at Beyond The Music Retreat” feat. The 20 Podcast with DJ Spider On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew present a live interactive podcast recorded on June 15th, 2022 at @BeyondTheMusicRetreat (a DJ conference organized by @DJVice @DJCity @BeatsourceOfficial) with @DJSpider and #The20Podcast. Spider talks about collaborating with the @DJCrooked (5:25) and shares their legendary story of “Bone Island” (8:20). The fellas engage with the live audience in attendance and ask “which panel spoke to them the most?”: @DJDmiles mentioned the “Check Ya Self” panel (12:40), @JaydensVengence highlights “Start Your Own Party” and @Fashen speaks on the “Wellness” panel (16:10). @DJKA5 asks the guys “Where do you see DJ culture going?” (35:23), @DJRican317 asks “How do you deal with anxiety while being a working DJ?” (38:55) and @DJHapaBoy speaks on the positive networking benefits of #BeyondTheMusicRetreat (48:55) . Finally, @CariBBeats inquires about the retreat providing more financial ad

Episode 238: CLEVELAND TERRY On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome the "Bar Mitzvah King" and famed DJ Youtuber @ClevelandTerry_. Cleveland discusses the negative comments he received on a recent video with @DJQbert (6:11). He talks about partnering up @DJParisPaul to create their own successful events company @CheckOne2Ent (25:45). Cleveland opens up about converting to Judaism (45:10) and how his events company started small but now works 500 bar mitzvahs a year and staffs 80+ employees (56:20). He admits to being overextended and struggling to delegate early with his company (1:15:12) and breaks down how @Mojaxx helped him connect to the right DJ equipment companies to expand his Youtube channel (1:20:45). Finally, Cleveland addresses a video he made countering the Road podcast’s “views” on Twitch DJs (1:40:40).