
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

Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 44min
Episode 283: DJ LADY SHA
Episode 283: DJ LADY SHA
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome LA’s finest @DJLadySha. Lady Sha talks her early years connecting with DJs at @DJCheapShot’s “Fire Poo” events (5:19), speaks on her current LA residencies (9:45), and the crew debate on playing music from "canceled artists" like @ToryLanez and @WizKhalifa (14:23). @DJCrooked praises Sha’s quick mixing (32:01) and they debate the difference approaching New York and LA sets (39:01). Finally, Sha gives her advice on how to tap into the LA "private events" market (1:05:10) and her thoughts on no "Women DJs" being absent from Road Podcast’s "Top 5 DJs of 2022" last year (1:29:10).

Jun 21, 2023 • 1h 56min
Episode 282: CHARLIE "CAPTAIN DISCO" ANZALONE
Episode 282: CHARLIE "CAPTAIN DISCO" ANZALONE
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast welcomes Buffalo's finest, New York Disco DJ Charlie Anzalone aka "Captain Disco" (@DiscoDJ53) with special guest host @EddieMacLV. Charlie remembers when "beat matching" first emerged in the 1970’s (6:30), speaks on the "Disco Sucks" era leading into the 1980’s (20:21) and reminisces on some crazy stories with @RickJames (36:20). He reflects on attending #Studio54 (46:10) and talks about breaking classic records like ‘Disco Inferno’ and 'Planet Rock' (58:10). The crew question if Hip-Hop, like Disco, is nearing a nostalgia phase (1:16:00). Finally, Charlie explains why he rejected a Vegas DJ Residency (1:24:41), gives some life advice on transitioning thru the later years in your career (1:32:04).

Jun 14, 2023 • 1h 18min
Episode 281: KNOWPA SLAPS FROM “R&B AND RIBS”
Episode 281: KNOWPA SLAPS FROM “R&B AND RIBS”
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew welcome Bay Area’s finest @KnowpaSlaps (Founder of @RnBnRibs). Knowpa admits to feeling the pressure when DJs fly in just to attend #RnBnRibs (1:44) and speaks on collaborations with other parties like @HickiesandDryHumps in SD (4:40). He reminisces on being a professional chef before DJ’ing (8:20), starting his own party in a restricted San Francisco nightlife scene (17:02) and fulfilling his dream of booking @DJJazzyJeff for #RnBnRibs (23:45). The crew speak on how special the venue @ElRioSF is for #RnbAndRibs (29:40), ask Knowpa the secrets to a successful party (35:20) and debate on proper DJ etiquette when in the booth (51:40). Finally, Knowpa speaks on where he would want to see the party in the next few years (59:10).

Jun 7, 2023 • 1h 28min
Episode 280: DJ TAY JAMES
Episode 280: DJ TAY JAMES
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome the DMV's very own @DJTayJames, day one DJ, and A&R for @JustinBieber. Tay breaks down the difference between “Baltimore club” and “DC club” music (4:17), shares his early aspirations to be like @ChrisBrown’s DJ @BabeyDrew in college (12:34), and explains how he became #JustinBieber’s DJ after graduation (23:23). He admits that being a popstar's DJ doesn’t always guarantee club gigs (29:10) or getting paid fairly while touring (35:40). Finally, Tay addresses the 'cultural appropriation' accusations regarding Justin singing on @WizkidAyo’s ‘Essence’ and @LuisFonsi’s ‘Despacito’ (1:07:07) and discusses his LA party @DayHangParty (1:20:23).

May 31, 2023 • 1h 38min
Episode 279: THE TRASH PANDAS
Episode 279: THE TRASH PANDAS
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome Vegas’ finest @The.TrashPandas (@DJPDot @AndyOowops). Trash Pandas speak on the post pandemic boom of nightlife in Downtown Las Vegas (11:32), the fellas discuss a viral DJ Twitter thread from patrons labeled “DC DJs Suck” (17:30) and debate whether the new generation of club goers know club etiquette (41:52). @DJCrooked talks DJ curated parties like @AlturaPresents @SimpCityLV @RnBandRibs offering a more musically focused and enjoyable experience than some mega-nightclubs (27:01). The crew debate if @SexyyRed’s #PoundTown is the song of the summer (58:01) and speculate if any artists have had immediate success in their career like @IceSpice (1:00:01). Finally, PDot breaks down some of the technical issues in the DJ market like the unreliability of the CDJ 3000s (1:17:01).

May 24, 2023 • 1h 44min
Episode 278: THE BLACK AMIGO
Episode 278: THE BLACK AMIGO
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome Atlanta’s finest @TheBlackAmigo. Black Amigo clarifies he’s not affiliated with Black Amigo Gang (0:55), discusses who the "Mayor of Atlanta" is (12:45) and recaps an unfortunate incident that discouraged him from DJ’ing for 10 years (18:01). The fellas break down the first “Snap Era” songs to cross over in the 2000's (22:55), minority communities supporting each other in ATL (29:01) and the emergence of dance music in Atlanta (34:01). Black Amigo speaks about his relationship with @Tpain (37:01), the DJ skills of celebrity DJs like @SickickMusic and @DJPaulyD (52:20) and breaking the “Atlanta DJ” label (1:15:45). Finally, Amigo discusses the cut throat DJ rates in Atlanta (1:23:40).

May 17, 2023 • 1h 36min
Episode 277: The Dark Side Of Vegas
Episode 277: The Dark Side Of Vegas
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome their anonymous guest Rico to discuss the dark side of Las Vegas. Rico describes his job in nightlife as a “feeder” (6:20), breaks down paid female companionship like atmosphere models, escorts to sex workers (17:02) and ranks the best selling drugs in partying (28:10). Rico suspects the pressure of being a nightclub VIP host may have led to the overuse and sometimes overdose of illegal narcotics (37:21), he speaks on the redundancy of the DJs being booked and acknowledges some of his favorites (52:20) and suggests repetitive headlining DJs may deter interest in spending from high rollers (59:02). Finally, the fellas discuss rumors of large sex trafficking activity in the city (1:11:51) and @DJNeva recaps his time at @LoversandFriendsFest (1:21:02).
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome their anonymous guest Rico to discuss the dark side of Las Vegas. Rico describes his job in nightlife as a “feeder” (8:20), breaks down paid female companionship levels explaining the difference between atmosphere models and sex workers (17:10) and ranks the hottest drugs in nightlife currently (31:30). Rico explains the pressures of VIP Hosts which have led to an up spike in accidental overdoses and suicides (42:01), acknowledges @DJLema has one of the best parties in the city with his night @MarqueeLV [low]KEY (1:02:20) and speaks on his picks for the next wave of Vegas DJs including @JohnSummit, @DomDolla and @PeggyGou_ (1:24:02). Finally, the fellas address sex trafficking in the city (1:30:01) and @DJNeva recaps his time at @LoversandFriendsFest (1:43:02).

May 10, 2023 • 1h 46min
Episode 276: DJ ANGIE VEE
Episode 276: DJ ANGIE VEE
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome back LA’s finest @DJAngieVee. Angie reflects on her success from last being on the podcast (1:21), DJ’ing for the @Raiders (7:35) and her old school party @YerNotDown (28:10). She describes the difference between Mexican and Chicano culture in Los Angeles (32:00), getting to showcase Mexican music on @Twitch (36:20) and giving herself an ultimatum to not be a club opener anymore (48:20). Angie explains why mic presence is more difficult for women over men (1:00:01), speaks on her trust with God (1:08:20) and exceeding her career expectations in the last 3 years (1:21:01). Finally, @DJCrooked gives feedback on how new headliners can avoid gassing out after their first hour (1:27:20)

May 3, 2023 • 1h 50min
Episode 275: PETER ROSENBERG
Episode 275: PETER ROSENBERG
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome radio legend from @HOT97’S #EbroInTheMorning and NY’s finest @RosenbergRadio.Peter explains how Marley Marl (@DJMarleyMarl) his DJ name "DJ PMD” in college (2:45), gives his hot take on #HowardStern (@SternShow) (8:45) and explains how young aspiring radio talent don’t want to invest in internships anymore (15:01). He speaks on DJing clubs to make money to pay his bills while working in radio for free (21:01) and his legendary mixtapes “What’s Popping?” “The NY Renascence” with original songs from @KendrickLamar, #OddFuture (@OFWGKTA), and #ActionBronson (@BamBamBaklava) (32:01). Peter reflects on some of his project failures including a @Complex show (35:40). not prioritizing @JuanEpisLife with @CiphaSounds (42:20), and his celebrity feuds with @NickiMinaj (47:01) and Chuck D (@MrChuckD_PE) (57:02). Finally, Peter and @DJNeva face off on a hip-hop trivia made by @SheckyGreenLV (1:05:45) and Peter addresses people calling him a #CultureVulture (1:30:37).

Apr 26, 2023 • 1h 31min
Episode 274: KALIKA MOQUIN FROM BLACKOUT ARTISTS
Episode 274: KALIKA MOQUIN FROM BLACKOUT ARTISTS
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome @BlackoutArtist Founder @KalikaMoquin. Kalika speaks on being in Las Vegas nightlife for 20 years (1:25), working at the famous #IceNightclub during it’s prime (3:02) and reminisces on her time as marketing director for #LightGroup (@BarePool #JetNightclub #TheBank etc) creating concept parties like “PolePalooza,” “Butter Face,” and “Gold Digger” (11:02). She talks being the only woman in marketing meetings (20:01), the difficulties of working in nightlife (25:24) and starting Blackout Artists after being inspired to work with local DJs (29:30). The crew discuss the drama @JackColton’s nightlife awards caused (36:20), @DJNeva talks getting rejected from Blackout (41:02) and Kalika clears up rumors about her undercutting other DJ rates (48:53). Finally, Kailka speaks on a time Blackout Artists joined forces with @SkamArtists (57:40) and expanding her company with Blackout Live to include festivals and country artists (1:05:22).