ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

Episode 135: DJ E-MAN On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with LA radio legend @DJEMan (the current Program/Content Director for @Power_106, @935KDay, and @Cali939LA). E-Man speaks on the difference between Westcoast DJs & Eastcoast DJs and how radio DJs had a big influence on Cali’s more technical style (1:21). He explains @TheBakaBoyz giving him his first opportunity to spin on the radio for their #FridayNiteFlavas show (7:58). E-Man describes growing up in Long Beach, CA around ganglife (10:59) and going to high school with @SnoopDogg (12:09). E-Man speaks about why he never became an official member of @TheBeatJunkiez (20:45) and why he decided to stay at @Power_106 after @BigBoy left the station in 2015, thus ending a 20+ year work relationship (25:34). E-Man explains how @NickCannon approached him to take over the morning slot at #Power106 with @NickCannonMornings (47:20) and the impact that @LALeakers freestyles have on a rapper’s careers (54:10). He speaks on his close friendship with @MariahCarey and touring with her thanks to @RandyJackson (1:03:05). E-Man explains his duties as a Program/Content Director for 3 stations and how he chose to prioritize his career in radio over DJing full-time (1:08:30). He beaks down the importance for artists to have their songs played on the radio (1:19:45) and why Power 106, a predominantly Hip-Hop station, incorporated EDM music into their rotation in the early 2010s (1:25:35). Finally, E-Man speaks on some hostile encounters with @Chingy and @2Pac’s group @TheOutlawzOfficial (1:38:45).

Episode 134: DJ ANGIE VEE + LADY SHA + BELLA FIASCO On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with LA’s finest @DJAngieVee, @DJLadySha, and @DJBellaFiasco. With the birth of her new baby, Lady Sha shares some of the challenges she faced DJing in clubs while pregnant (4:01). The ladies break down some of the scrutiny some women DJs encounter (more so than men) when they take chances musically at gigs (17:15). Angie and Bella explain how they each curated their sets and marketing for Instagram Live (20:38). The ladies express their restlessness during the quarantine and look forward to getting back to “H.O.E.” life when the lockdown is over (31:15). They discuss finding alternative methods of making money outside of DJing (41:09) and Angie Vee shares how live streaming, sponsorships and merch have helped to pay bills (46:45). The ladies share which DJs they looked up too in LA (55:05) and Lady Sha explains the fear of losing gigs and becoming irrelevant when she was planning her maternity leave (1:04:41). Finally, the crew speaks on the ups and downs of the DJ dating scene (1:11:28).

Episode 133: JOE MAZ + KONFLIKT On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with renowned DJ/Producer @JoeMaz accompanied by @DiscotechMusic partner DJ Konflikt (@MyFavoriteDJ). Joe addresses some of his comments on Twitter regarding the COVID-19 pandemic (1:35) and Konflikt discusses the current copyright issues DJs have been confronting on #InstagramLive (18:25). Joe explains how it’s the worse time for artists to release music (26:08) and breaks down his approach to remixing new music (22:08). They discuss the future of “Big Room” nightclubs post-pandemic (31:35) and the question of safety as the US slowly allows parks, beaches, and small businesses to re-open (43:05). Joe speaks on artist management and bouncing around agencies from @DeckStar, @SkamArtist to his final home with @WeAreRichGroup (59:50). Lastly, the fellas predict how DJ rates will be when venues reopen (1:09:45).

Episode 132: DJ FRANZEN 2.0 On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with Bay Area Legend and @DraisLV’s famed resident DJ @FrandalayBay. Franny speaks on his 5-year residency at #DraisLV (1:15) and his infamous afterparty events with @ChampagnePapi (7:30). He shares his opinion on new artists sampling club hits from the 2000s (34:30) and runs through the big Hip-Hop anthems he plays at his weekly industry party #SunDrais (40:45). The fellas' breakdown #BottleRats (46:45) and how the nightclubs closing in Vegas will affect the local DJs (56:01). Franzen explains his love for all #RnB, new and old (1:16:55), and clears the rumors about a beef between #NotoriousBIG & @E40 (1:29:10). Finally, the fellas discuss the new TikTok era of music (1:40:10) and Franny recalls the time he got in trouble for playing Jay-Z and @Pharrell’s “I Just Wanna Love U” on @106KMEL in SF (1:55:50).

Episode 131: SHELL CORP. (MOMA + DZA + SEAN G + SILENT ADDY + SPINSER TRACY) On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas speak with @ShellCorpIntl, a DJ crew comprised of @DJMoma of @EverydayPPL, @DJSeanG of @Shabbaaaaa.la, @SilentAddy of @Bashment.tv, @DZA3000 of @PeachfuzzParty and @SpinserTracy of @ThatFeelGoodCrew. The group discusses if a low viewership on IG LIVE can hurt a brand (8:57) and how appropriate it is to solicit tips while streaming (14:05). Sean G gives a brief history behind his successful Reggae/Dancehall party in LA @Shabbaaaaa.la (29:54) and Addy explains why riddims aren’t as popular now as they were in the ’90s/’00s (38:38). The crew gives debate on the@Verzuz.TV “Beat Battle” between @ScottStorchOfficial and @Manniefresh (43:01) and the upcoming battle with @TeddyRiley1 vs @BabyFace  @LA_Reid (1:01:20). Finally, the Shell Corp. share how they’ve been staying productive during the Covid-19 lockdown (1:21:23).

Episode 130: "Livestream DJs" feat. Four Color Zack + J. Espinosa On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, @DJCrooked speaks with@Redbull3Style World Champions @FourColorZack and @DJJEspinosa (1:51). Zack & Espinosa share their excitement to start livestreaming on @Twitch (3:43) and elaborate on how streaming can benefit DJs (11:45) and break the repetitive, formulaic mainstream club sets (30:05). Espinosa shares how the recent #RedBull tour in Russia helped him find a new direction musically (33:33) and speaks on his and Zack’s experience DJing with @WinkyWiryawan912 in Jakarta, Indonesia (38:22). Crooked speaks on the anxiety and loss of identity that some working DJs have developed during the quarantine with venues closing nationwide (58:47). The crew speaks on @KidCapri101’s and @DJScratch’s take on DJs soliciting tips while streaming on Instagram LIVE (1:05:11). Zack & Espinosa recap the latest @Do_Over in Hawaii (1:22:48) and talk about the current health benefits they’re experiencing by not traveling and being in toxic nightlife environments (1:56:21).

Episode 129: DJ MELL STARR On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with New York’s very own @DJMellStarr (with special Co-Host @DJEdMcDonald from @MacAgencyLV). Mell Starr speaks on his friendship with the late great @LoveBugStarski (1:10) and explains how his nickname “Mr.No Headphones” was from the 9/11 attacks causing permanent deafness in his left ear (04:20). The fellas talk about a new generation of DJ’s focusing more on music selection than developing their technical skills (23:10). The crew discusses how the 9/11 attacks impacted NYC nightlife (36:01) as Mell Starr expands on the Harlem club scene (42:41). He speaks on his father's legacy as a ghostwriter for some major Motown artists (53:50) as well as the differences in DJing a Las Vegas vs. New York crowd (1:12:01). Finally, Mell Starr shares his experience DJing for #JayZ, @BarackObama and the US troops in Iraq (1:20:04).

Episode 128: Quarantine Chronicles Vol. 2 On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, with select cities in the country on lockdown and the crew approaching 7 days of isolation,@DJCrooked reaches out to DJs/Club Owners @DJEvilOne from Portland, @DJNugget from Pittsburgh and @ClakSaarb from San Francisco as they share their individual experiences shutting down their venues to stop further spread of the Coronavirus Covid-19 (3:20). With major hotels/casinos and nightclubs on the Vegas Strip temporarily shutdown, Crooked speaks to local nightclub bartender “Belle”, who was recently laid off, to see how she and her peers were affected (31:05). Crooked ventures off the strip to speak with “Tiffany”, an exotic dancer from a well known Vegas Strip Club, who was also laid off, to see what her plans for survival are during this massive shutdown (40:10). @DJNeva @DJDMiles & @JaimeDaGreat join Crooked (54:05) to speak on @DNice’s #IGLive DJ sessions going viral and impacting the world (1:01:00) as well as the importance of DJs being active on social media right now (1:15:10). Finally, Crooked and Neva give @DJGoldFingerNYC & @DJChrisLandry a call to honor and celebrate the life and career of NYC’s iconic MC/Host @FrankJugga (1:35:40).

Episode 127: "Quarantine Chronicles" feat. Roctakon + DJ Moma + DJ Ross One On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew is disbanded as @DJCrooked explains why they decided to practice self-isolation and record remotely during the coronavirus pandemic (0:53). Crooked offers some advice on how to downsize and decrease personal/business expenses while everyone is out of work (7:51). @Roctakon, @DJMoma, and @DJRossOne join Crooked as they speak on everyone’s current status (19:13) and how the pandemic will affect our society as a whole (32:23). Moma speaks on @EveryDayPPL’s tour being canceled and when it’ll return (35:48). Crooked ask the fellas how they’ll stay productive during this potential 8-month lockdown (44:32), and how this break will change the landscape for nightclub DJs (56:44). Finally, Crooked speaks with @DJNeva, @DJDMiles, and @JaimeDaGreat to wrap up the episode and see how their first weekend of not DJing has been (1:04:25).

Episode 126: Reset On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, @DJCrooked explains how the #CoronaVirus has affected Las Vegas (2:10) and predicts the potential detriment it will have on multiple industries in the city (11:20). The fellas speak on their upcoming “unofficial” @SXSW event at @TipsyAlchemist.ATX on March 18th with @DJCity (24:47) and address the possible rise in local businesses due to festival cancellations and decrease in travel (29:30). The crew pays homage to @1OAKLV closing at the end of March 2020 (49:20) and discuss what it means to “RESET” your career (57:30). Crooked asks the fellas how they’d keep busy if there was a 6-month shutdown in Vegas from the pandemic (1:06:01). The crew discuss how new crossover hits have been coming from @TikTok (1:22:35) and review new music from @DojaCat, @CookieeKawaii, @JackHarlow, @LilUziVert, @BadBunnyPR, @Rosalia.tv, @JheneAiko and @TheeStallion (1:44:06).