ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

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Episode 26: ROCTAKON Apr 11, 2018

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Episode 26: DJ ROCTAKON While in Hollywood, the crew sits down with New York legendary DJ Roctakon. Born and raised in Alexandria, just outside of DC, Roctakon explains his path which led to him having a passion for DJing. After commuting back and fourth from DC to New York, Roctakon elaborates on his move to New York to further advance his DJ career. Shortly after, Roctakon feels the need for management. After considering all options, he decides to sign with S.K.A.M. Artist. After hitting a crossroads in his life, Roctakon talks about how he no longer wanted to DJ, and the struggles that came along with it.

Episode 25: The Strangling Reflex Apr 04, 2018

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Episode 25: Strangling Reflex This week on the R.O.A.D. Podcast the crew discusses if they’re feeling the newly upgraded Serato DJ Pro. D-Miles reviews most of the changes to the software, and gives a few pros and cons, after using the program for the first time. Crooked reflects on his crazy DJ schedule, in which he played seven days straight in multiple cites, and how that helped him be refreshed. With plenty of new music out, the crew critiques The Weeknd’s new EP, as well as the new Wale EP. With Cardi B’s debut album dropping this Friday, the crew gives their projections on how they think the album will do numbers wise. Jaime has a new found respect for 2-Chainz with his increased catalogue of club hits. Neva challenges the fellas to put together a list of at least 25 records that work in the club from 2-Chainz.

Episode 24: CIPHA SOUNDS Mar 28, 2018

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Episode 24: "CIPHA SOUNDS" This week the R.O.A.D. Podcast crew make their way to L.A. to interview New York legend Cipha Sounds. The Bronx native starts out by discussing how he found his love for DJing, and recalls his first gigs as an opener for Funk Master Flex at the legendary Tunnel. He goes on to tell us how he became Flex's intern at Hot 97, and spent the next 5 years in that role. Upon making a name for himself, Cipha became a full time DJ on Hot 97, and was known as one of the few DJ's that could spin on any mix show, with exception to Kay Slay. Simultaneously, Cipha became the tour DJ for Lil' Kim in the mid 90's. Cipha also tells the story how Junior Mafia was responsible for him knowing about 2Pac. Now having made a name for himself, Cipha becomes known for breaking artists and records alike. Some of which are Rihanna, Rick Ross, Nina Sky, etc. This led to him stepping into the record label side of music, becoming an A&R for Pharrell at Startrak, and also Tommy Boy and Rawkus Records. Cipha continues on, discussing his relationship with Peter Rosenburg and how the "Juan Epstein" podcast was born, as well as him becoming the official DJ for Dave Chapelle on the "Chapelle Show".

Episode 23: DJ MOMA Mar 21, 2018

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Episode 23: DJ MOMA This week the fellas have the honor of interviewing one of New York's finest, and Queen's native, DJ Moma. Crooked starts off by describing Moma as someone who served as a mentor to him, as well as putting on one of the best parties in New York, "Everyday People". Moma explains how he got his start in DJing, how he created his following, which in turn helped build his brand and make a name for himself. Moma also tells the crew of how he held down a full time career as an electrical engineer, while DJing 4-5 nights a week, and how it's ok to burn the candle at both ends while you're young. Crooked brings into conversation "The Good Spot", a one of a kind party experience that Moma created in 2008, and later shut it down in 2011. Moma tells the crew of the first time he met J. Cole, by way of his younger brothers IB, the pressident of Dreamville, and BAS, also signed artist of Dreamville. Moma then tells us of the evolution of his infamous day party "Everyday People" which started in 2012; a collection of old school and new school hip hop, reggae and afro beats.

Episode 22: MICHAEL MAYEDA aka "DJ MEGA MAN" Mar 14, 2018

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Episode 22: MICHAEL MAYEDA aka "DJ MEGA MAN" This week the fellas sat down with Michael Mayeda aka “DJ Mega Man” and learn about his DJ career, his current production career and his thoughts about life and pain. They begin discussing Mayeda’s upbringing, growing up in Oxnard, CA and learning how an abusive care taker experience made him turn to music in order to cope with the pain. Mayeda explains how obsessive he became with DJing, that lead to him booking raves at the age of 14 as well as getting his first radio gig at the same time. Mayeda goes on to speak of how pain relates to creativity and the similarities between stand up comedians and DJ’s. He also talks about his time living in Las Vegas and his reasons on why he stopped DJing. Once removed from DJing, he turned his full attention to music production. He has worked with the likes of Lil Jon, SIA, Lady Gaga, and Pitbull, along with making soundtracks for a handful of motion pictures. Finally, they discuss the evolution of music, and dissect some of Mayeda’s videos, where he uses everyday sounds to make music, including making music from all of the planets radiations

Episode 21: Coco Wins! Mar 07, 2018

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Episode 21: Rick Ross...Heart Problem or Gas Problem? This week the fellas sit down and start the show discussing Oscar winners, Jordan Peele and Guillermo Del Toro. The fellas review DJ Khaled's new single "Top Off" with Jay-Z, Beyonce and Future. With rumors of Drake leaving Jordan Brand and going to sign a deal with Adidas, the fellas debate on how this will effect the rapper and both competitive brands. Finally, the guys get into the DJ topic of the week: backlash regarding the new Pioneer DDJ-SB3 Controller designed by DJ Jazzy Jeff. Conflicting opinions on the new product arise and the question of it possibly hurting the DJ culture becomes an issue.

Episode 20: FOUR COLOR ZACK Feb 28, 2018

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Episode 20: FOUR COLOR ZACK This week the fellas sit down with Seattle native, Redbull Thre3style World Champion and 1/2 of the renowned DJ duo 2¢, Four Color Zack. Zack discusses his early years of juggling DJ gigs all while launching his own design agency. He also discusses how he linked up with DJ Craze to collaborate on a mixtape which later evolved into their group 2¢. Zack elaborates on how he became The Dream's tour DJ and why it was always important to have a "made bed" with him. The fellas also revisit their conversation from last week's episode on "scratching in club gigs". Zack revisits how he won the 2012 Redbull Thre3style World Finals and what the judges are looking for in a winning set. Finally, the crew touches on politics in the DJ world in Las Vegas.

Episode 19: Bloods, Crips, and Slam Poetry... Feb 21, 2018

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Episode 19 - “Bloods, Crips & Slam Poetry” The fellas recap NBA All Star Weekend and the controversy over Fergie performing the National Anthem. Neva speaks on the YG x Tekashi 6ix9ine beef, and the diss record YG put out over 6ix9ine coming to LA. D-Miles and Jaime break down the gang culture in LA, and how most celebrities pay for their services. Jaime recalls incident the happened involving gangs for his 5th birthday party, and also shares knowledge of the latino gang culture. D-Miles sheds light on his family in relation to the bloods & crips. The fellas go to the premiere of Black Panther, and give an in depth review of the film, as well as the soundtrack being #1 on the Billboard Top 100. Crooked shares his thoughts on which tracks are hot, and which you can pass on.

Episode 18: Could "Black Panther" be the best hip-hop movie soundtrack ever? Feb 14, 2018

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Episode 18 "Could "Black Panther" be the best hip-hop movie soundtrack ever?l" Post Superbowl, the crew discusses the game as well as the halftime performance by Justin Timberlake. Neva insists that if Prince were still alive, he'd never share the stage with Timberlake. Jaime explains the significance of the Jordan 3 collab that Timberlake was wearing during his performance. Neva and Jaime break down the controversial Quincy Jones interview, and the likely affects it will have on the legacies of celebritites such as Michael Jackson and Richard Pryor. D-Miles addresses Kate Upton speaking out against Co-Founder of Guess, Paul Marciano, and the affects it will ultimately have on the company. Crooked talks fashion, brings up Under Armour and how having ASAP Rocky apart of their campagn can ultimately be a great thing. Neva brings up the movie "Black Panther" and an online petition that was started, asking for proceeds to be given to blacks. The fellas discuss their thoughts on this. Upon the "Black Panther" soundtrack releasing, the crew discusses other soundtracks, and if "Black Panther" could possibly be the best top to bottom. Crooked tells of a hilarious story that took place during his DJ set over the weekend.

Episode 17: JONATHAN SHECTER aka "SHECKY GREEN" Feb 08, 2018

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Episode 17 - JONATHAN SHECTER aka "SHECKY GREEN" Philadelphia born, Harvard graduate, and Source Magazine founder Shecky Green joins the crew on the R.O.A.D. podcast. With over 30 years in the music industry, Shecky takes us though his journey, where it all started in Philly. From the first time he heard "Rappers Delight", to interning at the local radio station just to be apart of the culture. Shecky also explains the importance of Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, and the impact they had on Philadelphia hip hop. Shecky goes into detail on why he feels that 1988 was the biggest year in hip hop to date. Upon attending Harvard University, Shecky explains how The Source Magazine came to fruition, and how, at the time there was no one addressing hip hop music in the journalism world. Once moved to New York, Shecky also expresses the trials of the east coast not wanting to hear hip hop from other areas of the country. Jaime addresses "Unsigned Hype" and what that meant to hip hip, and Shecky tells the story of how The Notorious B.I.G. was discovered through this process. Shecky also shares with the crew an epic story of how he was introduced to Nas' first album "Illmatic". After moving to the west coast in 2003, Shecky tells of his role in bringing big name DJ's to Las Vegas. Names include DJ AM, Mark Ronson, etc. He also tells the story of negotiating DJ AM's first million dollar contract, and how that raised the bar for DJ's in general. Shecky continues by speaking on the EDM era, and how it directly coincided with his time at the Wynn.

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