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‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’: DJ Neva Talks Growing up During the Golden Age of Hip-Hop
On this week’s R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew talks to their very own, DJ Neva. The New York native recalls growing up in the Bronx during the early park jam era and interacting with hip-hop icons, Kool DJ Red Alert and Lovebug Starski.
Neva also explains how he earned his first DJ residencies in New York City and why he relocated to Las Vegas to continue his career.
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What It Takes For DJs to Break Music in 2019: ‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’
On this episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew invites veteran open-format DJs Eleven and Ayres to discuss breaking new music in the club. The guys also talk about making mixtapes, the history of mash-ups, and how important it is for DJs to start their own party.
Eleven and Ayres are founders of The Rub, a monthly party that’s been a staple of New York City nightlife since 2002.
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Why UK Hip-Hop Hasn’t Crossed Over Into the US, According to Cipha Sounds
Veteran DJs Cipha Sounds, Roctakon, and Steve1der sat down with the R.O.A.D. Podcast this week. The crew discussed UK hip-hop and why it hasn’t crossed over into the US.
They also talked about the Bay Area’s reaction to Lil Jon and Mac Dre‘s new single, “Ain’t No Tellin’,” which is currently No. 9 on DJcity, among other topics.
Roctakon was a guest on the R.O.A.D. Podcast in March along with A-Trak and Craze, where they debated the current state of open-format DJing.
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Melo D Talks West Coast Style of DJing on ‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’
Melo D, from the legendary Beat Junkies crew, was featured on this week’s episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast. The Los Angeles native broke down the West Coast style of DJing and how it compares with the East Coast style.
Melo D also discussed J Rocc’s role in founding the Beat Junkies, the crew’s Institute of Sound DJ school, and more.
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If DJing Wasn’t Your Career, What Would You Be Doing?
If DJing wasn’t your career, what would you be doing?
Z-Trip, Skratch Bastid, Trayze, and others answer at the 2018 Playlist Retreat.
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Boogie Blind Remembers Roc Raida on ‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’
Boogie Blind, a member of the X-Ecuctioners and Heavy Hitters crews, sat down with the R.O.A.D. Podcast this week. The veteran turntablist and party rocker remembered his former crew member, the late and great Roc Raida.
Boogie also discussed his early DJs with the X-Men, how party rocking is his foundation, East Coast vs. West Coast scratching, and more.
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‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’ Hosts Discuss Rising Demand for Female DJs
On this week’s episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew discusses the changes in nightlife noted by the 2018 International Music Summit Business Report. The report points out that while the rates for DJs are decreasing, there is a rising demand for female DJs.
In addition to the IMS Business Report, the guys talk about Meek Mill‘s incident in Las Vegas, Nipsey Hussle‘s clothing store, Wu-Tang Clan‘s recently released documentary, and more.
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DJ Big Ben Talks Art of Quick Mixing on ‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’
On this episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew travels to New York City to sit down with DJ Big Ben.
The veteran DJ discussed topics such as quick mixing, which he’s known for, working with the legendary Mister Cee at Hot 97, and the impact that rappers like Nipsey Hussle and 6ix9ine had on New York.
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When Should DJs Retire? J. Espinosa Discusses With ‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’
J. Espinosa at the Red Bull Music 3Style World Finals in Taipei, Taiwan on Jan. 26, 2019. (Credit: Jasmine Chang / Red Bull)
J. Espinosa, the Red Bull Music 3Style world champion, sat down with the R.O.A.D. Podcast this week. The renowned Bay Area DJ talked about his experience competing in 3Style, what it’s like being the official DJ for the Oakland Raiders, plus more. At one point, Espinosa and the crew pondered the question: when should DJs retire?
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Jerome Baker III Talks Go-Go, B-More and Jersey Club Music on ‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’
Jerome Baker performs at Lounge 247 in New York. (Source: Instagram)
Jerome Baker III, a DJ based out of Washington, D.C., talks about regional club music and more on this week’s episode of Reflections of a DJ a.k.a. R.O.A.D. Podcast.
In addition to a long career in nightlife, Baker runs Rock Creek Social Club, a creative agency that also hosts a monthly day party. He is involved in the local Broccoli City music festival, and has performed for the Washington Wizards and Washington Redskins.
In the interview, Baker and the crew also discuss his upbringing in Arizona, his own podcast, and DJing with Phase.
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