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  • Interview with DJ Nikki Reignz

    Interview with DJ Nikki Reignz

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. I actually never knew that I wanted to be a DJ until I actually started Djing. My husband was the one who wanted to get into Djing. So, after all of the equipment was purchased, he never really had the time to learn it. I was home all the time and I just started messing around with it…. then I became OBSESSED! I fell in love with it ever since.

    Q. What kind of equipment do you like working with?

    A. I actually love working on all equipment. Turntables, controllers, and CDJ’s. It all just depends on what mood I am in. They all give a different feel.

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ’s?

    A. Me! Every DJ has their own way of playing. Sing selection, timing, and energy….. I am what makes me different because no one can do me the way I DO ME!

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

    A. Make sure to surround yourself with people who will encourage your growth and who you can learn from. Also, PRACTICE! You will never be too good to not have to practice. Work on your craft daily. Oh, and one more thing…. Keep going! It certainly is fun and is very rewarding (As with anything when you love what you do), but it is hard work and is not as easy a road. You’ll definitely have your moments but don’t give up. I promise it’s worth it!

    Follow me @djnikkireignz

    To read the full interview go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/final_wib-revision__8_

     

  • Interview with DJ Gorgeous

    Interview with DJ Gorgeous

    By: Where it Begins

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. My passion/love for music made me want to be a DJ. I’ve been singing and dancing since I was 2 years old. At the age of 1a5 I became a promoter and saw how the people loved the DJ, saw how a DJ can send you home happy, take all of your worries away and I wanted to provide that experience. I like to see people enjoying themselves.

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ?

    A. I’m just like every other DJ, I don’t like to single myself out. We all have the same passion and drive. We are all trying to break artists and get each other’s name out there. I am a single mom, so that differentiates me from some other DJs.

    Q. Who is your favorite DJ of all time?

    A. I love Jazzy Jeff and Spinderella. I can’t pick between the two lol.

    Q. Who would you consider to be a DJ Legend?

    A. I would consider Jam Master Jay is one because he was well known in the Hip-Hop community. Run DMC was unstoppable, and kids will learn about them in their history classes.

    -Jazzy Joyce has been breaking down bearers for female DJs since the early 80’ and recorded a few of her own songs. She gets left a lot.

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

    A. Network, network, network. You never stop networking. And practice as much as you can. Lastly, do not let anyone sell you a dream.

    Follow DJ Gorgeous at @Djgorgeous1

    To read the full interview go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/final_wib-revision__8_

  • Interview with DJ Drewski

    Interview with DJ Drewski

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. How did you come up with the name DJ Drewski out of your name Andrew Loffa?

    A. Well Drew was short for Andrew. But back in the day they would add the word SKI to things to make it cool. It was an old school type of slang. There were people like Lovebug Starski even Snoop Dogg told me they would call him Snoopski, but Cipha Sounds started calling me Drewski and it just stuck.

    Q. What differentiates you from the rest of the DJ?

    A. One thing I feel that separates me is my connection with people and listeners. I feel like there is an energy created. If you are at a party  or listening on the radio, you are going to feel connected. I am working for you in a sense. I don’t feel myself or play what I want to hear, I play what I want to hear, I play for the people. I also feel like the love I receive is genuine and not fake or fabricated. I am always looking for other outlets and platforms to showcase my work and brand. I just don’t do one thing and think I’m good. I try to build bridges and connect different outlets to keep my brand relevant. I feel as a DJ today you have to do more than just play music.

    Q. How do you stay relevant for all these years as a DJ?

    A. I am outside! I am connected to what is happening with music and entertainment. I learn how to connect with music and entertainment. I learn how to connect with the times and stay ahead. I don’t follow trends, I try to create them.

    Q. What was your experience working with Hot 97 as a DJ?

    A. It has been one of the greatest experiences. The same station I grew up listening to, I am now Djing on. It has also opened the door for many other opportunities as well. It has been a dream come true.

    Q. What are the pro and cons of working with Old school turntables vs new school turntables?

    A. At this point I have become so adjusted to new school CDJs I prefer them over the old school 1200’s. One of the Pros are the size and weight. Who wants to lug around heavy turntables. Also, the different things you can do on CDJs give you more creativity while Djing. You do not have to worry about records skipping or needles breaking.

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

    A. Advice for upcoming DJs would be, make sure you put in some work and study some of your favorite DJ’s. It takes time like everything else, and you don’t want to rush anything. If you want to be a full time DJ and make it your career, you have to dedicate your life to it. You can not do it part time and expect full time results.

    Follow Drewski @sodrewski

     

    To read the full interview go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/final_wib-revision__8_

  • Interview with Shawny

    Interview with Shawny

    By: Where It Begins

     

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. I really got my start in college. I was the co-host to a radio mixer and personality named Y. Dot. He had a drive time show on our college station, WANM 90.5 on Wednesday and Friday afternoons. I would just watch him mix on a software program called Virtual DJ. I would sit in the studio and think to myself “I can do that”! So, one day I downloaded the program, asked him for some music and I began practicing.

     

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ’s?

    A. I PRACTICE. Even after I mastered the skill. I still practice and take the time to sharpen my skills. I’m also HUGE on my blends and transitions. For a long time, that’s all I worked on creating different ways to transition from song to song so that it never sounds like a train wreck. Of course, I’m human! Sometimes I do mess up (lol) or can just be moving too fast, but I genuinely love my craft and I think it shows. You can really tell who’s having fun and who’s just there to be there.

     

    Q. How would you define your “Style” or approach to providing DJ Entertainment?

    A. I study the crowd, I am always thinking about how I want to set the vibe and what’s going to be my first song. I’m also from Florida… I talk on the microphone! Also, one thing I’ve learned from being in ATL is that they don’t give the DJ a chance to rock the mic. They hire a host and a DJ and then they want us to work together when really, I’m my own show.

     

    Q. Who or what Influenced you to be a DJ?

    A. Radio…. Being just a personality is actually very boring.

     

    Q. What are your goals in the next 5 years?

    A. Syndicated radio or just radio full-time, more traveling—I really want my craft to allow me to see the world while doing what I love. I want to learn more of the business side as well. I’ll also possibly produce a record and learn how to make beats.

     

    Follow Shawny at @shawnytaughtu

     

    To see the full interview, go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/final_wib-revision__8_

  • Interview with DJ FS

    Interview with DJ FS

    By: Where It Begins

     

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. That feeling of being in control of the party crowd. It’s a great free feeling. I live for the party.

     

    Q. What is one of your special moments you had being a DJ?

    A. Winning my 1st DJ battle. The person I was against was much more experienced. We were neck and neck the whole night. At the end of the night, they announced me the winner. Awesome feeling.

     

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ’s?

    A. The customer service I provided to the people.

     

    Q. Who would you consider to be a DJ Legend?

    A. DJ Jazzy Jeff. Pretty sure many will say this. But just watching him coming up and the talent he has, it’s motivating.

     

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJ’s?

    A. Practice Practice Practice and stick to your price!!

     

    Follow DJ FS at @Iamdjfs

     

    To see the full interview, go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/final_wib-revision__8_

  • Interview with DJ Vala Soul

    Interview DJ Vala Soul

    By: Where it Begins

    Q. What have you been doing these days?

    A. I just graduated from school. I just dropped a clothing line called cued up. I wanted the clothing line to be DJ based. I had the inspiration to design. I started putting it on shirts, hats, and bookbags. It’s an online store. The website is www.cuedupapperal.com. I am also a DJ.

    Q. How did you get into Djing?

    A. I started as a rapper like everyone else. Everyone is a rapper. When I realized that you could change rappers, you can do away with one rapper and not have the other rapper, I didn’t want to dive deep into the craft. My homeboy DJ Rell was on point and let us play with turntables and no computers. I got two BS turntables and a BS mixer. I educated myself, and I went to Scratch Academy in Atlanta also. I was in the military. I am a grinder. My extra money goes to equipment, and I have a very creative mind.

    Q. Tell us about the artists you’re working with?

    A. I record with a lot of artists, but YoYo she’s an amazing artist. We were learning how to engineer, and we helped build each other. She is like the queen of spin life. I picked up another artist J Loco, trying to keep him off the streets. I heard his sound and loved it. I also just dropped a mixtape called “Self-Made” . Make sure to check it out.

    Q. How do you feel about female DJs?

    A. I am the type of person where I don’t see gender or race. I just hear skills. When I listen to what you know how to do and what you dare to do. If you are a female DJ, you already know it’s harder because of your gender. Men can do justice. It takes more for women.

  • Dj Kurupt

    Interview with DJ Kurupt

    By: Where it Begins

    Q. Share with the world who you are and what you do?

    A. Before DJ Kurupt, I was known as DJ Cool Cal. I would DJ on my block in Springfield, Massachusetts at our friend’s house whenever we had parties. I was chosen to be the DJ because I was the one who had a lot of music. I didn’t have a turntable at the time, so we would sneak into my mom’s entertainment center across the street and use that. I went to an event one day where they had a real DJ with turntables, and it was then that I started learning what being a DJ was about. I started mixtapes because it was something that I enjoyed doing.

    Q. How did being on 106 & park open your career?

    A. Being on 106 & park wasn’t the first time for me to touch that type of platform. I’ve been on Rap City; The Basement with Big Tigger and other music shows on BET. However, I am thankful to have gone back to bless the stage with my presence and seeing all the wonderful souls that continued to help me get to the point and beyond.

    Q. A little birdie told me that you’re writing a book?

    A. Yes this is true, I’ve written several books, the first one is based on a true story from my past experiences. I titled the book “The Day I Died”. It’s about a situation that happened back in 2015, and the story reflects on the power of God. I was struck in the back of my head by a bullet after piercing straight through my finger. This incident left me in the trauma unit for some time, and I’ve been fighting with the after effect since. You can keep up with the book on www.ThedayIdiedbook.com

    Q. What advice would you give to someone trying to get on being a DJ?

    A. There are always new opportunities for DJ outlets. A key word for me is “Determination”. Everything that we want, and need is right before us. You just have to be determined and reach for it.