ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

Episode 175: DJ ICY ICE On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with LA’s legendary @DJIcyIce of the @TheBeatJunkies. Ice touches on LA’s Asian gang culture in the ’90s (7:45) and gives the crew a history lesson on LA’s Hip-Hop club scene from #UncleJammsArmy and #ClubUnity to the #RockTheBellsFestival (14:10). He speaks on spinning the first Asian Hip-Hop party in LA called “The Source” (23:16) and explains how his @SnapBack_Live party emerged in LA during the late 2000’s EDM era and recently transitioned to a successful live stream on @Twitch (35:20). Lastly, Ice explains the obstacles he experienced as an Asian DJ (52:10) and speaks on touring with rap icon @Teacha_KRSOne (59:50).

Episode 174: Civil War (Streamers vs Club DJs) On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sends love to their Bay Area fam @DJAudio1 who’s been recovering from a recent stroke (4:50), and share their positive reviews on the new @HipHopUncoveredFX docu-series (26:35). The fellas address the civil war brewing on Twitter between Streaming DJs and Club DJs (46:50) and speak with Austin’s finest @DJCRG regarding the recent Winter Storm that devastated Texas last week (1:09:53). Lastly, the crew pays their respects to the late great @PrinceMarkieDee from the #FatBoys who passed over the weekend (1:34:24).  All Donations for @DJAudio1: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/djaudio1

Episode 173: DJ KU On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are joined by @Redbull3Style Alumni and Tampa Bay’s finest @DJKU. Ku explains how the mayor of #TampaBay switched her stance on Covid-19 safety protocols during #SuperBowl week (6:47) and shares his frustration dealing with anti-maskers in Florida(20:30). They discuss a recent tweet from @DJBellaFiasco about disgruntled DJs bashing streaming DJs on @Twitch (31:45) and swap stories on racism in Florida nightlife (44:01). Ku shares his nightmare DJ story with #MichaelJordan & #DerekJeter (50:30) and talks about the depression he experienced during the early days of the pandemic lockdown (1:05:10). Finally, the fellas touch on DJs migrating to Florida and Texas for DJ gigs (1:08:35) and ask if streaming DJs can adapt in a club setting (1:15:48).

Episode 172: Two Winners On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas discuss the 2 winning streaks displayed at the #Superbowl by @TomBrady and @DNice (2:32). @JaimeDaGreat and @DJNeva argue about #StevieWonder being able to perform a Half-Time Show (19:23). @DJCrooked shared an observation regarding the iTunes “Top 100” charts and discovered rapper Tom MacDonald (@HangoverGang) (37:45). The crew speaks on a school in Utah giving students the option to not participate in classes focused on #BlackHistoryMonth (42:10) and discuss @IamCardiB’s plagiarism allegations regarding her new single “Up” (49:35). Finally, the fellas speak with @JamesHwang42 about the conflicting Covid-19 mandates and regulations for businesses in NYC and how a lot of New Yorkers, especially from the nightlife industry, has moved to Miami to seek other opportunities (1:05:40).

Episode 171: “Bitcoin For Dummies” feat. Scott Melker On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas speak with Crypto Trader, Investor and host of the #TheWolfAllStreetsPodcast, ex-DJ/Producer @ScottMelker. @DJCrooked remembers spinning in the same circles with Scott in NYC during the early 2000’s and recalls having his #SoundCloud page shutdown by labels due to early copyright infringement issues (2:05). Scott breaks down the @GameStop and @Reddit #ShortSale debacle (7:37) and dives into the current backlash @RobinHoodApp is receiving for restricting users from purchasing (18:38). They touch on Scott’s early start into #CryptoTrading and speak on a Las Vegas Stripclub in the Mid-2010s that accepted #Bitcoin payments (28:05). Scott speaks on the massive wave of new investors entering the market and lists some other options for investing (40:10) while avoiding emotional impulses like “fear” and “greed” when buying and selling (54:05). He shares his biggest wins and losses (56:55) and suggests some alternative investment apps to use besides #RobinHoodApp like @Acorns and @InvestVoyager (1:04:50). Finally, Scott shares some healthy approaches to “passive investing” with Bitcoin (1:08:05) and speaks on @ElonrMuskk publicly buying into #Bitcoin (1:22:20).

Episode 170: Macadamia On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, @Spydatekzilla joins the crew and speaks on his time in Miami working with @Redbull (6:55), as well as focusing on production instead of streaming during the pandemic (16:30). The crew reacts to California governor #GavinNewsom lifting the “stay home” order (9:52) and speak on @TheOfficialAmorphous viral song edit that recently turned into a new single and music video for @FatJoe @DJKhaled feat. @BadGalRiri (19:21). @DJCrooked speculates if NYC Hip-Hop will make a comeback in 2021 with the release of @RealBobbyShmurdaGS9 (37:01) and breakdown the latest @VerzuzTV between @Ashanti and @KeyshiaCole (42:02). Lastly, the fellas speak on the current backlash @IAmDaniLeigh is receiving for her song #YellowBone (1:10:20) and also discuss how colorism has been a silent problem in every country and not just America (1:28:01).

Episode 169: DJ AKTIVE On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are joined by one of the most sought-after Tour DJs in the music industry, Philly’s own @DJAktive (with special guest host @DJEddieMac). Aktive shares his experience DJing the @VerzuzTV battle @MsPattiLabelle and @MsGladysKnight (3:35) and explains why he hesitated to accept his first tour gig with @MusiqSoulchild in 2001 (13:35). He also speaks on auditioning for @JanetJackson’s world tour (20:50) as well as @Diddy’s #BadBoyReunionTour (30:45). Aktive remembers the immense pressure he felt while working with #KanyeWest during the #808sAndHeartbreak tour (38:50) and shares his best memories on the road touring with @Nas (42:30). Lastly, the fellas speculate on the fate of “live shows” in 2021 (48:55) and hear Aktive’s plans to open a DJ school in Philly (58:30).

Episode 168: Game Of Catch On this week’s episode of @RoadPodcast, the fellas give their thoughts on the January 6th attack on Capitol Hill (4:44) and they address some accusations from some fellow DJs on Twitter regarding their previous episode “The Great Debate” (Episode #160) with @SheckyGreen and @JoeMaz (21:45). @DJNeva shares his first experience with therapy through @BetterHelp (44:52) and @DJCrooked speaks enthusiastically on the @MinariMovie starring @StevenYeun (51:40). Lastly, the fellas pay their respect to the late great @MFDoom, @OfficialEcstacy from #Whodini, Hip-Hop Dance/Choreographer @OfficialShabbaDoo, and baseball icon #TommyLasorda (1:10:00).

Episode 167: DJ WHITE SHADOW On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are joined with Grammy Award-winning writer/producer DJ White Shadow (@DJWS). WS clears up some of the rumors that surfaced when he first linked up with @LadyGaga for her “Born This Way” album (9:02). @DJCrooked asks WS if being a parent provides a positive reinforcement of pressure when approaching his career (30:30) and if it’s difficult to realign his focus towards himself after building an album for such a megastar like Gaga (39:01). The fellas find out why WS opted out from working on Gaga’s “Joanne“ album after “Art Pop” (48:10) and how he approached the movie soundtrack for “A Star Is Born” (48:10). The fellas speak on DJs using alcohol and drugs to cope (1:07:15) and WS shares the moment he hit rock bottom and started his road to sobriety (51:10). WS explains the difference between a melody songwriter and a lyric songwriter (1:18:40) and how he randomly met @Andre3000 recently in Cabo, Mexico (1:34:50). Finally, the fellas ask about Gaga’s song “Do What You Want” featuring @RKelly and it's removal from all streaming platforms (1:42:01).  All Donations for @DJAudio1: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/djaudio1

Episode 166: 2020 Recap On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas recap the best/worst of 2020. Before discussing their recap, they speak about @KidCapri101’s new pension plan for DJs that he shared on the #ClubHouse app (5:15). The crew contact @DJPdot and go in-depth on the “Covid-19 Stimulus Bill” including new felony charges for illegal streaming (12:45) with a potential 10 year penalty in jail (24:30) and speculate that @DJJazzyJeff, @SkratchBastid and @FourColorZack would probably get locked up first (42:10). Finally the fellas dive into their “2020 Recap” (see below) and speak about the @BeeGees documentary “How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” on @HBO (1:52:10).
 * Top 5 Club Hits of 2020 (45:25) * Top 5 Worst Songs of 2020 (55:05) * Top 5 Favorite Personal Songs of 2020 (1:02:50) * Top 5 Artist of 2020 (1:12:00)  * Top 5 Most Overrated Artist of 2020 (1:16:50) * Top 5 Best Albums of 2020 (1:22:10) * Top 5 Remixer/Editor of 2020 (1:29:20) * The most valuable lesson learned in 2020 (1:38:05)