ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

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).

Episode 99: DJ NEVA On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down to honor their very own, Bronx Bred, Native New Yorker and Las Vegas’s finest @DJNeva aka Black Panda. The fellas recap Sujit Kundu’s (@SkamArtist) recent birthday bash in LA where they spun with @LilJon and @IamJamieFoxx (1:31). They discuss @KingJames’s trademark for “Taco Tuesday” and the current appropriation and exploitation of Mexican culture in hip-hop (10:45). Neva talks about growing up in the Bronx during the early park jams (30:35) and interacting with hip-hop icons @KoolDJRedAlert and @LoveBugStarski (33:10). He recalls going to clubs like the Palladium and Studio 54 during the Golden Age of hip-hop (37:00) and remembers getting robbed and shanked in the back (57:50). Neva talks about his grandfather buying his first turntables (01:01:00) and earning his first dj residencies with legendary NYC promoter @BillSpector and #TonyMontana (01:12:03). Nev recalls @IAmMarkRonson approaching him in New York to spin his parties (01:14:00), shares stories of djing the Hamptons, explains his big move to Las Vegas (01:31:30) and how he helped @DJCrooked get his start in LV at Jet Nightclub (1:44:20).

Episode 98: SPYDAT.E.K On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with the immensely talented and premier producer/dj @SpydaTekZilla! Spydatek tells us how he got into music production and making beats for “Reality TV” (2:20). He explains why he prefers @FLStudio_Official over @Ableton (6:55) and shares his expertise on negotiating music contracts (17:32). The fellas deep dive into the @Twitter world (30:50) and @DJCrooked shares his experience losing gigs from tweeting at “Celebrity DJs” (39:30). Spydatek explains his views on the EDM world and how there is a racial bias to people of color (46:05). He explains how he linked up with @Crazearoni and formed a new production duo called @MeteManoMusic (1:01:15). Spyda tells us how he sought after @Diplo (1:05:20) and later earned a production deal with @MadDecent (1:12:40). He breaks down the “Point System” and how points are distributed when releasing music with multiple artists (1:21:45).

Episode 97: DJ FELLI FEL On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with @DJFelliFel from @Power_106 and @TheHeavyHitters! Felli plugs @NickCannon’s new morning show @NickCannonMornings on Power 106 (3:15), describes Kanye West’s 2018 listening party for “YE” in Wyoming (8:50) and his experience working with Kanye on his song “Finer Things” (13:58). He explains his friendship with @TPain and breaking the “I’m Sprung” record on LA radio (18:19). The fellas discuss streaming effecting radio listeners/ratings (23:40), the similar music markets in Dallas and LA (52:47) and Felli’s early years in radio (1:04:30). He explains how he made his hit record “Get Buck In Here” featuring @Diddy, @Akon, @Ludacris, and @LilJon (1:18:01) and how his deal with @JermaineDupri changed his life (1:32:15). Felli shares how he convinced @TPain that “Up Down” would be his next hit (1:47:55) and how he juggles being a club dj vs an on-air radio personality (1:56:05).