The Freedom to Experiment: A DJ’s Story by SC
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
The MPR Blog
MPR DJs play: One Book, One Movie, One Record.
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.
MPR DJs Recall Interview Experience
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
François K: The Most Influential Figure in My DJ Journey, the Artist Who Taught Me to Break Boundaries
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
MPR DJs: Top DJ Movies
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 Book: Lockdown FM: Broadcasting in a pandemic.
Gilles Peterson’s Lockdown FM: Broadcasting in a Pandemic offers a unique look into the life of a DJ during the pandemic.
Revisiting an Essay, Part 2: DJing and Playlist Creation as Art
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
New Music Monday: Music for the Jilted Generation by The Prodigy – by SC
My first introduction to The Prodigy was through their iconic track “Out of Space” from their debut album, Experience. This album is a masterpiece in… Read More »New Music Monday: Music for the Jilted Generation by The Prodigy – by SC
Revisiting an Essay: DJing and Playlist Creation as an Art Form by Kitty
I may have written the original story 5 or 6 years ago, and posted it on Facebook. Now, it’s lost in the never ending hive… Read More »Revisiting an Essay: DJing and Playlist Creation as an Art Form by Kitty
On MPR’s 7th Anniversary
By Kitty Show up at a Makerparkradio anniversary event and you will find a tight-knit, diverse group of music lovers taking tickets, selling shirts, and… Read More »On MPR’s 7th Anniversary