ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

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).

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).

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).

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).

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)

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).