
ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)
Welcome to the R.O.A.D. Podcast. The show gives you unfiltered opinions from the eyes and ears of 3 seasoned DJs from the Las Vegas nightclub industry. DJ Crooked and DJ Neva come to us by way of New York; Manhattan and The Bronx respectively. Both relocated to Vegas in the early 2000s to open, what was then, Light and Jet Nightclub. Crooked is known for his workhorse mentality, and high-energy DJ sets, but has never been one for the industry politics. While DJ Neva has earned his OG status due to his countless years of experience in the DJ game. In 2007, they brought a piece of home with them by founding KNYEW (an acronym for “Keeping New York Every Where), a successful clothing brand, the first of its kind to be seen in Las Vegas. Similarly, Jaime Da Great grew up in LA. Jaime, while making a huge name for himself in the sneaker industry, has shifted his focus to becoming a full-time DJ.
Latest episodes

Aug 10, 2022 • 2h 19min
Episode 243: House Vs. EDM
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).

Aug 3, 2022 • 1h 25min
Episode 242: Play My Mama's Song
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).

Jul 27, 2022 • 1h 46min
Episode 241: “Mixer Wars” Feat. Neek Lopez + The Rub
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 below:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/alburto-bryant?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1

Jul 20, 2022 • 1h 14min
Episode 240: DJ RI5E
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).

Jul 13, 2022 • 1h 21min
Episode 239: “Live at Beyond The Music Retreat” feat. The 20 Podcast with DJ Spider
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 advice for DJs (52:55) while @MuzikAddik and @Vlatz would like to see more info on the metaverse and NFTs next year (1:12:24).

Jul 6, 2022 • 1h 51min
Episode 238: CLEVELAND TERRY
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).

Jun 30, 2022 • 5min
Break My Road (R.O.A.D. Podcast Remix) Prod. By Crooked X Trayze - 120 BPM
This is a parody mash-up remix produced by Crooked (@djcrooked) and Trayze (@trayze) featuring DJ Neva (@djneva), DJ D-Miles (@djdmiles), Jaime Da Great (@jaimedagreat), and Crooked as well. Premiered on ROAD podcast Episode 237: “Unfortunately I’m Sorry”.
For a high-quality version of the song with extended intros please visit:
https://www.djtrayze.com/djs
To find more of Trayze’s edits and remixes please visit:
https://www.patreon.com/trayze
Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the music being used in this mash-up.

Jun 29, 2022 • 1h 15min
Episode 237: Unfortunately I'm Sorry
Episode 237: Unfortunately I'm Sorry
In this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew wish @JaimeDaGreat and @NudiaOnAir a Happy Birthday (00:15). The fellas speak on Drake’s new Album “Honestly, Nevermind” being categorized as a dance album (6:12) and discuss the history of black and Latin influence in house music (14:02). The crew talk about @Beyonce's new single "Break My Soul" and the recent debate circulating on Twitter about Bey "bringing dance music back" (22:22). The fellas debut their own 'Road Podcast Remix' of Beyonce’s “Break My Soul” (38:10) produced by @DJCrooked and @Trayze (to receive a free MP3 download, signup at www.djtrayze.com/djs). The crew reminisce on some of the best R&B dance remixes of the 2000's (1:02:30) and the importance of having a DJ in the process of developing an artist (1:09:10).

Jun 22, 2022 • 2h 8min
Episode 236: EASY MO BEE
Episode 236: EASY MO BEE
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome Grammy-Award winning DJ/Producer and Hip-Hop Legend @EasyMoBee. Easy Mo Bee shares his early days in production with “Pause Tapes” (3:55) and how DJ’ing is his first love thanks to his Father (6:30) . He addresses rumors of him “hating serato” and recaps his all vinyl set at @OnTheRecord with @DJPee.Wee (aka @Anderson._Paak) and @EddieMacLV (12:40). Easy speaks on his IG Live stream “TMS (Time Machine Session) Weekends” (16:20) and his rap group #RappinIsFundamental which led to producing records for @OfficialBigDaddyKane (26:35). He breaks down his recording process with @MilesDavis which was similar to @2pac (31:45). Easy shares his memories of recording “Runnin From The Police” featuring 2Pac and @TheNotoriousBig (42:32) and describes the intense ‘90s ‘East Coast vs. West Coast’ beef while working with @DrDre and @SnoopDogg (50:36). He finally opens up about tensions between him and @Diddy (1:16:16) which almost resulted in not being included on Biggie's 2nd album #LifeAfterDeath and how "Going Back To Cali" was intentionally made to mend the Eastcoast vs Westcoast beef (1:23:12). Finally, Easy Mo Bee addresses Biggie's unreleased music (1:43:10), which Hip-Hop producer he feels most competitive with @DJPremier or @RealPeteRock (1:45:52) and which artist he'd want to work with in 2022 (1:59:55).

Jun 15, 2022 • 50min
“Best Of Road Vol 4: Producer Stories” Feat. Nudia
“Best Of Road Vol 4: Producer Stories” Feat. Nudia
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew go back into the studio and revisit some of the best conversations told on the podcast with legendary producers. In episode 152, @LilJon speaks on making @TooShort’s ‘Blow the Whistle’ and @E40’s ‘Tell Me When to Go’ in the same week (00:41). In episode 177, @SalaamRemi breaks down the production work and vocal direction on the #TheFugees “Nappy Heads (Remix)” (7:41). In episode 167, @DJWS clears up some of the rumors that surfaced when he first linked up with @LadyGaga for her ‘Born This Way’ album (15:43). In episode 154, @ScramJones speaks on a time he gave @MyFabolousLife and @JimJonesCapo the same beat (23:29). In episode 97, @FelliFel explains how he made his hit record ‘Get Buck in Here’ featuring @Diddy, @Akon, @Ludacris, and @LilJon (27:15). In episode 112, @DJLaz breaks down why @BennyBenassi never cleared the sample for his club banger ‘Move, Shake, Drop; featuring @Pitbull and @Official_Flo (35:49). In episode 45, Sadat X retells how a mix-up with @Diddy got him cut from @TheNotoriousBig’s album (40:57). Finally, in episode 13, @FrandalayBay shares how he influenced Drake’s ‘Motto’ record (46:09).