ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

Episode 109: CRAIG ANTHONY aka DJ HOMICIDE On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with LA’s very own, @CraigAnthony_ (aka DJ Homicide). Craig explains the difference between the “Hollywood” and “LA” (4:58) and delves into his history in the sneaker game and the legendary #AirMacksCrew with @BenBaller and the late @DJAMLives (14:23). Craig explains how he joined the band #SugarRay and breaks down how he co-produced all their songs and established their initial sound with the hit song “Fly” (31:05). He also reveals how #SugarRay’s last hit “When It’s Over” was originally intended for @RevWon of @RUNDMC (42:41) and how he foresaw the EDM emergence and told @IAmWill to hop on that Electronic Music wave with @BEP (56;50). He speaks on DJ AM’s passing and their last conversation (1:06:01). Craig explains why he changed his name from “DJ Homicide” (1:19:56) and how he accumulated almost a million followers with his new Instagram account @Urban.Siko (1:30:52). The fellas converse on the current state of LA’s sports teams (1:41:51) and discuss what @NipseyHussle meant to LA (2:07:02).

Episode 108: Holocryptics On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas speak about a new Hologram DJ system called @Holocryptics (5:45), @DJCrooked losing his @TSA Precheck status (18:17). They review the new @Gangstarr @DJPremier album (35:40) and Kanye West’s “Jesus Is King" (1:04:10). The crew recaps their weekend at @DayNVegas2019 hip-hop festival in Las Vegas (1:24:53) and @DJCrooked and @DJDmiles give props to the fellas who volunteered in Meg @TheeStallion’s twerk competition (1:34:10).

Episode 107: DJ REACH On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with NYC’s finest @DJReach! Reach explains how he was inspired by @SteveAoki’s approach to marketing (3:16) and why he sees @Diddy as the first “Black President” (13:05). He recalls @DJAMLives admiring his mic skills in the club (22:22) and @Roctakon being responsible for putting him onto @Serato (25:55). Reach speaks about auditioning for the @CarsonDaly Show (42:45) and how maintaining a professional appearance with collar shirts and blazers helped open doors for him and even inspired others like @DNice (51:30). He regrets not spending more time in Vegas during his @TaoLasVegas residency (1:19:30) and explains how he finessed the clubs to expand his guestlist and ended up creating a promotional company (1:37:15). Reach talks about @SKAMArtist and starting his own agency in New York (1:56:25) and spinning #JayZ’s #HangarTour for the #KingdomCome album release (2:28:55).

Episode 106: Top 10 Most Impactful Albums On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas discuss rumors of a Vegas residency for @PostMalone (11:57) along with @ChampagnePapi’s new @Delilah restaurant and @WelcomeOVO store opening in @WynnLasVegas (13:15). The crew debates which American sport attracts the most groupies (23:28) and delve into the “Top 10 Most Impactful Album Challenge” that DJ’s have been indulging in on social media (35:33). After being nominated by NYC’s own @DJGoldfingerNYC, the crew decides to share their own “Top 10” list with @JaimeDaGreat first (36:00), @DJDMiles second (43:48), @DJCrooked third (1:04:15) and finally @DJNeva last (1:23:36). With the new @WuTangClan show on @Hulu, the fellas talk about @RZA’s career as a producer (1:59:40) and speak about the latest OS updates from @Apple effecting @Serato (2:06:42).

Episode 105: LOW BEEZY (HOLLERTRONIX) On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with Philly’s own @LowBeezy from the famed #Hollertronix! The fellas speak about how Philly breeds such talented DJ’s (6:18), Low’s first interaction with @Diplo (14:45), the #Hollertronix Mixtape “Never Scared” being praised by the @NYTimes (21:52), the growth of Baltimore music in the mid 2000’s (24:12) and how the #Hollertronix party started (28:35) and later evolved into a community called the “Hollerboard” (51:30). Crooked asks about rumors regarding Low allegedly “ghost producing” for @MIAmatangi’s first solo project (37:49). Low breaks down some Philly terms like #Jawn and #Chumpy (59:37), how he met Spank Rock aka @NaeemJuwan (1:04:09) and the nightlife scene in Philly (1:26:32). Lastly, Low shares some of his personal struggles with addiction (1:48:38) and rant with the fellas on some crazy requests in the club (1:52:17).

Episode 104: Las Bay-Gas This week the fellas celebrate their 2-year anniversary of the @RoadPodcast! The episode kicks off with a reflection down memory lane (0:30) and Neva shares his newfound healthy lifestyle (4:46). The crew announce new @Serato X @DJCity workshops in Las Vegas, Oakland, Hollywood and Los Angeles for the new @SeratoStudio production program during late October (7:37). They discuss the recent contract issues between @KAOSVegas and @MarshmelloMusic (11:35), as well as the @Athletics possibly moving to Vegas (21:15). @DJCrooked tells us about his latest gig in Portland with @DamianLillard (28:15). The fellas review new albums from @DaBaby and @YoungMa (36:34) and speak on @TylerPerry’s new Movie Studio in Atlanta (50:41). Finally, the crew answer questions from listeners submitted over the weekend (1:36:15).

Episode 103: DJ MILLIE On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with LA’s own @DJMillie! They ask about her Millie’s father, Bryson Miller (@PsychoBass1), the legendary bass player for Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, @CarlosSantana, and @ChrisBrownOfficial (5:15). Millie tells us how she started DJ’ing and learned personally from @PattyClover (13:10). @DJCrooked has a theory that a majority of Women DJ’s learn to spin from their ex-boyfriends (15:30). She speaks on signing with @WilhelminaModels (26:25) and shares some of the insecurities that come with modeling (32:40). Millie explains how lucrative Social Media advertisements and sponsorships can be (41:06) and @DJCrooked asks Millie how she feels about being categorized as an “Influencer DJ” or a “Model DJ” (46:28). Millie shares her pick for “The Song Of The Summer” (1:14:45) and speaks on the LA party scene (1:10:08).

Episode 102: DJ DYNAMIX On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with 5 time @RedBull3Style US finalist and LA’s own @Dynamixif2! The fellas discuss Dynamix’s upbringing in Echo Park (9:09), the LA gangs in his neighborhood and the recent @6ix9ine testimonies (15:23). @DJCrooked talks about his new favorite show @TopBoyNetflix (27:08). Dynamix explains why people call him the “King Of LA” (32:28) and speaks about his time teaching at @ScratchLA (35:58). The fellas expand on their previous conversation regarding Eastcoast and Westcoast styles of DJing (38:25). Dynamix talks about the pressure he faces when spinning in clubs (1:11:34) and shares his experience at last years @Redbull3Style finals in Philly when his @Serato crashed (1:01:48). He speaks about competing on @MasterOfTheMix with @Jayceeoh and @DJTinaT (1:16:20) and they discuss the recent technical issues occurring with the revered @Phase_DJ (1:27:48). The crew speaks about @DJNeva’s Birthday at @TheLightVegas and @JaimeDaGreat’s horrible #SwagSurf attempt (1:42:21). Finally they speak on Filipinos starting dance crews instead of joining street gangs (1:48:50) and how Crooked used to make homemade weapons to protect himself while growing up in NYC (1:53:48).

Episode 101: PASE ROCK On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with Cincinnati’s finest and @RocNation’s own @PaseRock! Pase speaks on his early DJ days in Cinci (1:45), his 2003 solo rap album “Bullshit As Usual” with the late great Japanese producer #Nujabes (8:30) and his new publishing deal with Roc Nation (15:57). He shares his his integral involvement in the legendary #ScribbleJam festival (31:47) and how @DJRossOne "saved his life” and urged Pase to venture outside his comfort zone in  Cincinnati (27:02). Pase speaks about the Miami club scene (48:30) and delves into his process of production and song writing (53:54). He recalls an awkward encounter with @SnohAalegra (1:20:28), working with @JorjaSmith_ (1:22:45), connecting with @SteveAoki and signing with @DeckStar (1:29:55). The fellas debate on who’s the bigger artist: @PostMalone or @TravisScott (1:37:10)? Pase speaks on his friendship with @DJAMLives and how his passing affected him (1:57:40). Lastly, he talks about touring with @NaeemJuwan aka #SpankRock in the Mid-2000’s and recalls his groundbreaking music, amazing live performances and tremendous influence on the culture at the time (2:09:10).

Episode 100: "MikiDZ Show" Live Stream with Special Guests On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast the crew celebrates their 100th episode with @DJcity's "MikiDZ Show" (@heymikiwar @djdainjazone @djrell12) and special guests @djmoma @roctakon @stonerokk @grahamfunke @scooterdj @jayceeoh @djbellafiasco @djladysha @djnitrane @djbutch. The live stream episode kicks off with a "2019 Summer Recap" discussion about the "Song Of The Summer" and more (06:15). With the DJ market growing more and more, the panel speaks on a serious issue of declining DJ rates hitting certain cities like New York (1:18:56). Finally a heated argument ensues between @DJCrooked and the MikiDZ Show hosts regarding Eastcoast vs Westcoast DJ styles (2:00:30).