
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

Apr 19, 2023 • 1h 25min
Episode 273: DJ HABIBEATS
Episode 273: DJ HABIBEATS
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome LA’s finest @DJHabibeats. Habibeats speaks on wanting to represent musical acts as lawyer (1:02), learning how to DJ from his uncle DJ Nader (3:30) and passing the bar exam right as his DJ career took off (11:52). He talks being one of the original #TikTok DJs playing original samples of songs (19:38), @AliciaKeys sharing his video (30:02) and his process of accepting brand deals on Tik Tok like his deal with @DennysDiner (35:01). He talks about the success of his first party #HabibisHouse (42:06), opens up about how a large social media following doesn’t always translating to real-life events (43:33) and breaks down the hottest Arabic music songs to play (1:00:02). Finally, the crew talk about releasing Habibeats’ edits and a special #HabibisHouse playlist on @DJCity and @Beatsource (1:18:02).

Apr 12, 2023 • 58min
Episode 272: The 4th Fugee
Episode 272: The 4th Fugee
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas recap their time at #SXSW (2:13). They discuss the huge hip hop moment that happened at 12 Rivers that included @JustBlaze @CiphaSounds @BeanieSigelSP @RedmanGilla @JadaKiss @DaveChappelle (4:05) and witnessing the happiness @DJJazzyJeff and @SkratchBastid exude when they DJ (9:05). The guys give new updates on the #JhoLow court proceedings that include @PrasMichel from #TheFugees (14:35), @DJCrooked details how each of The Fugees have been caught up in criminal activity (18:04) and they receive a call from an unknown source allegedly close to Jho Low (29:01). Finally, the crew speak on the new Artificial Intelligence mimicking artists’ voices and likeness (50:01).

Apr 5, 2023 • 1h 42min
Episode 271: DEORRO
Episode 271: DEORRO
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are back with multi-platinum LA-based DJ, producer, and songwriter @Deorro. Deorro speaks on starting to DJ with his dad as a teenager (5:01), his early production days using a demo version of “Mix Craft” (8:30), and his legendary Caballo Dorado “No Rompas Mas” line dancing moment @EDC_Mexico 2023 (16:20). He acknowledges the Latin talent in EDM like @Noizekid_Oficial (19:25), talks working with @LosTucanesDeTijuana after being inspired by “La Chona” (22:30) and the process of creating ‘Bailar’ with legend @ElvisCrespoLive (35:41). Deorro shares releasing his hit “Perdoname” when @UltraRecordsOfficial had passed on it (48:41), @Avicii signing “Five Hours” before Ultra (1:00:20) and how @ChrisBrownOfficical was put on “Five More Hours” (1:02:02). He speaks on his early days getting cosigned by @LaidBackLuke (1:06:02) and @SteveAoki taking him on tour (1:10:05). Finally, Deorro shares his feelings about non-Latin DJs gentrifying Latin music (1:16:31).

Feb 22, 2023 • 1h 24min
Episode 270: #DRUNKTEXT
Episode 270: #DRUNKTEXT
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew announce their one-month break in March with no new episodes till Wednesday, April 5th (00:55). They speak on the tremendous response they received from Episode #265 with @1978HipHop (01:43) and @DJCrooked speaks on a recent "#DrunkText" (09:20). The crew question discuss a tweet claiming Open Format DJs were more skilled than House DJs (29:30) and decipher the new "slang" that's emerging from the youth (45:35). Finally, the crew give their respects on the passing of #Trugoy #TheDove #Plug2 of #DeLaSoul (@wearedelasoul) (49:45) and share some of their favorite songs/memories/moments from the group (1:12:40).

Feb 15, 2023 • 2h 7min
Episode 269: "Bum Bump" Feat. DJ BIG BEN + SOURMILK
Episode 269: "Bum Bump" Feat. DJ BIG BEN + SOURMILK
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew welcome Brooklyn's finest @DJBigBen and LA’s own @DJSourMilk of the @LALeakers. Big Ben reveals he used @DJCrooked’s Mix CDs in the early 2000s to open rooms (1:20), reminisces on the struggles of DJ'ing big clubs on vinyl in NYC (10:02) and carrying "protection" at gigs (18:05). The fellas speak on the hottest records in New York (21:40) and discuss @Billboard and @VibeMagazine’s recent list of the ‘Top 50 Greatest Rappers Of All Time’ (39:42). Ben talks about returning to radio with @Ciphasounds @DJMisterCee @MissJonesOfficial on NYC's new throwback station @947TheBlock (52:20). They debate whether a New York or Cali DJ can spin a better set on opposite coasts (1:05:23), review @BadGalRiri’s #SuperBowl #HalfTime performance (1:28:02) and question whether @LilUziVert’s ‘I Wanna Rock’ is #Philly’s new anthem (1:31:01). Finally, Sourmilk presses the crew on curving him when he’s in Vegas (1:54:02) and Ben talks about the club mic being the dirtiest thing in the DJ Booth (2:00:00).

Feb 8, 2023 • 1h 37min
Episode 268: DJ KISS
Episode 268: DJ KISS
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas speak with NYC’s finest and Hollywood's go-to DJ @KissTheDeeJay. @DJCrooked recalls Kiss’s impeccable music taste when she waitressed at #ClubPM in NYC (1:02) and linking up with his #ClubPM co-resident @DJMOS (15:31). Kiss shares her early days spinning at NYC hotspots like #Stereo and #GoldBar (25:21), fighting for #NYFW gigs (37:28) and navigating a nightlife scene heavily reliant on Page Six Mentions and nepotism (40:22). She talks about joining @SkamArtists when @SkyNellor was the most sought after "Female DJ" at the time (50:56) and speaks about her new scripted TV Series with MOS (1:05:03). Kiss explains how she became #Prince's personal DJ (1:15:47), as well as @Diddy (1:27:34) and went on tour with @Pharrell, @Oprah and #JimmyIovine (1:31:22).

Feb 1, 2023 • 2h 1min
Episode 267: DJ BAD
Episode 267: DJ BAD
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew speak with one of LA’s premier Club DJs @DJBad. Bad speaks on the @MADENightlife Sundays at @DayLightVegas (00:55) and the crew compare LA neighborhoods to NYC Boroughs (09:15). Bad talks on transitioning from college parties to Hollywood clubs (15:01), being recruited by @SupremeTeamLA (26:01) and @Drake DJ’ing during his set at #ToxicDayParty (40:30). The fellas discuss @Mustard leading the Westcoast Hip-Hop takeover in the early 2010s (45:35) and Bad recalls dropping an unreleased song at #SupperClubTuedays that caused @YG and his camp to rush the booth (1:00:02). The crew speak on being left behind on @Serato #Stems (1:18:20) and Bad's management firm @EmagenEntGroup with @DudeBro and their first client @Nas (1:35:01). Finally, Bad shares his biggest career struggle (1:39:01) and addresses the current climate in LA Nightlife (1:47:09).

Jan 25, 2023 • 2h
Episode 266: BOOTLEG KEV
Episode 266: BOOTLEG KEV
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew speak with West Coast radio legend and LA’s finest @BootlegKev. Bootleg Kev gives the guys their flowers for their podcast journey (00:45) and speaks on the DJ politics when he was in Las Vegas in the 2010s (3:34). Kev shares being laid off @Real923LA during the pandemic (9:15), building up his own syndicated radio show (12:13) and being an early YouTube content pioneer with a J.Cole (@RealColeWorld) freestyle (25:51). He reminisces on his time in Vegas with @MallyMall (35:40), getting robbed of $15K during the pandemic (47:54) and the legendary "Strip Hop" Stripper Party in Las Vegas (1:02:01). Kev talks about @LilPump leaking his phone number (1:15:02) and claims Drake (@ChampagnePapi) doesn’t have a “classic album” (1:30:02). Finally, Kev speaks on his grand exit from @Hot975LV (1:54:02).

Jan 18, 2023 • 2h 44min
Episode 265: KYAMBO “HIP HOP” JOSHUA
Episode 265: KYAMBO “HIP HOP” JOSHUA
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome legendary A&R for #Rocafella Records, Kyambo “Hip-Hop” Joshua (@1978HipHop). Hip Hop speaks on building his early relationship with #JayZ (4:15) and recording #Dipset, #StateProperty, and @MemphisBleek with his production/management company "Hip Hop Since 1978" (7:01). He explains how New York’s famous Tunnel Nightclub determined if a song was a hit (19:22). Hip Hop reflects on helping Jay-Z's “Dead Presidents/Ain't No” get to number one (26:01), breaks down the role of an A&R (32:40) and recalls Jigga passing on beats like “Whoa”, “Still Not A Player” and “Lights Camera Action” (39:05). Hip Hop speaks on his relationship with @Aaliyah (51:01), working in the studio with @MichaelJackson (1:18:53) and his top 5 Jay-Z records of all time (1:39:40). Finally Hip Hop talks about signing #KanyeWest as a producer/artist (1:56:02) and his role in curating the sound of Roc-A-Fella Records (2:25:02).

Jan 11, 2023 • 1h 31min
Episode 264: CHEF ROY CHOI + DUMBFOUNDEAD
Episode 264: CHEF ROY CHOI + DUMBFOUNDEAD
On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew welcome Gourmet Streetfood Guru @ChefRoyChoi (owner @KogiBBQ @BestFriendVegas) and prominent LA Rapper/Actor @DumbFoundead. The fellas talk about their mutual friend DJ Zo (@Zomanno) coordinating the interview (00:45) and Roy and Dumbfoundead speak on the different generations of Koreatown in LA (4:02). Roy shares his family’s rags to riches story with the start of his mother’s jewelry business (10:01) and explains how his strong Asian family foundation pulled him out of a “poetic crack journey” in New York (12:23). Dumbfounded speaks about the battle rap scene with @ProjectBlowedLA (30:21) and the first time he experienced Asian racism (43:01). The crew debate on the strength of Korean support in LA with @BobbyLeeLive and @DavidChoe (52:33). Finally, Roy explains how networking within the food and DJ industry are similar (56:15) and his thought process when programming DJs for his restaurant @BestFriendVegas (1:09:43).