There’s something powerful about a DJ set that doesn’t stay in one lane. When the energy shifts, the tempo moves, and suddenly you’re in a completely different place and yet it still makes sense. That kind of set invites people into a journey rather than a loop.
By Kitty I had not paid much attention to the DJ-turned-producer Guts (Fabrice Franck Henri) until I encountered his work from the past decade. What… Read More »Record Review: Philantropiques by Guts
by Kristin W. International Clash Day is a holiday that we celebrate on FEBRUARY 7TH. It is our 5th Year! Along with many other radio… Read More »What is International Clash Day? … and why we love it!
When I first started DJing, I was terrible. I was uncomfortable with the equipment, unsure of my technical skills, and overwhelmed by the idea of… Read More »The Freedom to Experiment: A DJ’s Story by SC
by Kitty Hey kids, let’s play One Book, One Movie, One Record; here are the Makerparkradio DJ responses: Gerry Gonzales Book: “Listening To The Music… Read More »MPR DJs play: One Book, One Movie, One Record.
by Kitty I asked some MPR DJs to tell me about their most memorable on-air moments with guests. Dave Noodlez, Type 88 My favorite interview… Read More »MPR DJs Recall Interview Experience
by Sasha I first encountered François K during his legendary Deep Space Party at Club Cielo, where I witnessed something truly unique. Growing up, I… Read More »François K: The Most Influential Figure in My DJ Journey, the Artist Who Taught Me to Break Boundaries
by Kitty I am very curious about how DJs are depicted in film throughout the decades. While digging around, I thought, why not go right… Read More »MPR DJs: Top DJ Movies
Gilles Peterson’s Lockdown FM: Broadcasting in a Pandemic offers a unique look into the life of a DJ during the pandemic.
By Kitty Last time I discussed DJing as Art on this blog, I was looking at the criteria for designating a work as “art”. Here… Read More »Revisiting an Essay, Part 2: DJing and Playlist Creation as Art