ROAD PODCAST (Reflections Of A DJ)

Episode 338: MAX GLAZER "Celebrating 25 Years Of Federation Sound" On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome DJ, producer, and New York’s finest, @MaxGlazer, along with guest host @DJGoldFinderNYC. Max reflects on his journey in the NYC music scene (2:20), from working at iconic record stores like #FatBeats and #8Ball Records to becoming a prominent DJ in the city’s dancehall and reggae circuits (8:08). He shares stories from his early career, including the challenge of opening for headliners at venues like #TheTunnel and #Limelight (23:30) and the rise of dancehall and reggae in the mid-2000s (34:19). Max recounts memorable moments, such as premiering Jay-Z and Nas diss tracks in the club for the first time in 2001 (52:10), and details the foundation of starting the Federation Sound system with @CiphaSounds (1:31:39). Max also talks about working and touring with a young Rihanna (@BadGalRiri) (1:34:10) and encourages tour DJs to understand the landscape to ensure they are properly compensated (1:50:40). Finally, he discusses his working relationships with Sean Paul (@DuttyPaul) (1:58:45) and Vybz Kartel (@VybzKartel) (2:30:01). This episode is sponsored by @SoundCollectiveNYC, an industry-leading music school, musical space and community located in downtown Manhattan for aspiring DJ’s, Producers, Musicians and more. Take private Ableton lessons, practice DJ routines, experiment with different audio equipment and reserve studio spaces for just the day, maybe a week or sign up for their monthly membership. Check www.soundcollective.com for more info and try their Online Classes free for a month by entering the code “ROAD”. If you’re in the New York area, visit them at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004 and tell them the Road Podcast sent you!

Episode 337: DANCES "Why No One Dances At Festivals" On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome iconic vocalist, EDM DJ, and producer Dances (@DancesLife). Dances shares his educational insights on medical and street drugs (00:55) and opens up about his chronic pain after a car accident and his road to recovery (5:10). He announces plans to release more new songs in 2024 (16:10), describes nearly quitting DJing unless he achieved an income goal of $200K (22:40), and talks about creating his song "To The Beat" with inclusivity in mind (27:50). Dances addresses the trend of people not dancing at festivals (35:10), critiques the current state of Afro House music (41:20), and reflects on the need for DJs to engage with the party atmosphere (53:30). Finally, Dances highlights notable dance/EDM clubs in LA, favoring underground events like Lights Down Low (@lights_down_low) and Nite Slut (@NiteSlut) (1:12:40).

Episode 336: NINA SKY " Celebrating The 20th Anniversary For 'Move Ya Body' " On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome the Nuyorican music duo Nina Sky (@NinaSkyOfficial). Nina Sky discusses celebrating the 20th anniversary of their hit "Move Ya Body," its impact, and their involvement in the reggaeton movement with tracks like "Oye Mi Canto" (1:40). They talk about their new party @Y2QueParty, featuring guest performances from 2000s acts like @Lumidee and @DevEsCaliente (09:01), and share their experiences as DJs before achieving music fame (14:10). Nina Sky addresses whether they’re tired of talking about "Move Ya Body" (23:01), mentions their shelved album (28:50), and emphasizes the importance of their partnership in navigating challenges after leaving their label (33:40). Finally, they share plans for new music and the possibility of releasing their acapellas (38:50). This episode is sponsored by @SoundCollectiveNYC, an industry-leading music school, musical space and community located in downtown Manhattan for aspiring DJ’s, Producers, Musicians and more. Take private Ableton lessons, practice DJ routines, experiment with different audio equipment and reserve studio spaces for just the day, maybe a week or sign up for their monthly membership. Check www.soundcollective.com for more info and try their Online Classes free for a month by entering the code “ROAD”. If you’re in the New York area, visit them at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004 and tell them the Road Podcast sent you!

Episode 335: BALLADS "How A Viral Remix Changed My Life" On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome music producer and DJ @BalladsMusic with guest co-host @DJPDot. Ballads speaks on his hectic year with his first US Tour (1:33), discusses losing his job the same day he put out his “Family Ties” edit (3:40), and talks about his early production days (8:50). He opens up about struggling with his mental health as a producer and asking for help (18:10). Finally, Ballads talks about seeing @Skrillex and #FredAgain play his edits (39:10) and explains why #NYC was his favorite stop on his US tour (53:50).