Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2007 10:31 am Post subject: Mobile DJ industry podcast - DJ Idea Sharing Podcast Network
I figured I would post this here for anyone who might be interested in checking out our free mobile DJ industry podcast! ( I am the producer.)
We currently have 4 different types of episodes... DJ Idea Sharing
Our flagship program. Mike Fernino and Rob Peters talk about everything and anything that is Mobile DJ - from business to performance to interactive to technical to whatever. Features special guest interviews.
The Fishbowl
Various hosts discuss topics picked from online forums and live DJ Idea Sharing Fishbowl events.
Legends Special Edition series
Interviews with Legendary Music Artists and Celebrity DJs
Update
The place for “DJ Idea Sharing” announcements and business. There will be no educational content in “Update” episodes... but will likely still be entertaining... LOL!
*NEW* ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007
Taking the live show-floor experience to the next level, the American Disc Jockey Association sponsored DJ Idea Sharing to interview some of the biggest names in our industry in their booth at the recent Atlantic City DJ Expo 2007.
Please set your podcast catching software (or itunes) preferences to Download ALL podcasts instead of Download MOST RECENT podcast. As we may be airing multiple episodes per week, this will ensure that you don't miss any.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Dr. Drax
This is the first of 18 interviews conducted by Mike Fernino in Atlantic City at DJ Expo 2007. While the DJIS crew is setting up in the ADJA booth during the first day of the expo, Mike talks with American Disc Jockey Association President, Dr. Drax. The two of them set the stage for the rest of this special ADJA sponsored interview series.
Dr. Drax has been a mobile DJ for almost a decade. He is known thru out the industry as the guru of technology. He is a recurrent speaker on Technology & new entertainment concepts & trends at international trade shows. He provides some of the largest, most technically produced shows in the country. Each show created is unique in style, flavor & ambiance. A Dr. Drax show is not to be missed. Dr. Drax is the current President & Executive Director of the American Disc Jockey Association.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Bryan Dodge
Mike Fernino has the pleasure of interviewing the 2007 DJ Expo Keynote, Professional Speaker, radio personality, and author, Bryan Dodge! Fasten your seatbelts... You'll need 'em for this wild ride with Mr. Dodge.
Professional speaker, radio personality, and author, Bryan Dodge probably holds the record of being the busiest communicator in America. A popular choice for conferences and conventions, last year alone he made well over 250 speaking appearances all across the United States and Canada. His inspirational keynotes are on the subjects of personal and professional development, success habits of the wealthy, and leadership principles. The underlying thesis of all of Bryan Dodge's teachings is that "Life is too short not to be happy, and life is too long not to do well." His programs are designed to accelerate your personal and professional growth and produce the favorable results you're looking for in life.
He is the author of three professional development audio programs, How to Build a Better You, How to Build a Complete Sales Person, and How to Build a Purpose Guided Life as well as being the co-author of the book Becoming the Obvious Choice which has sold over 125,000 copies. Bryan is also the host of the "Build a Better You" Radio Show on Dallas/Fort Worth's premier Radio Station, WBAP 820 AM.
At all of his events, he continually stresses the importance of keeping your professional life and personal life in balance. Bryan practices what he teaches when he says that he goes home to his most important job: being an involved and dedicated father and husband. Bryan and his wife Margaret have three children, Nicole, Johnathan, and Zachary.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: DJ Roonie G
Mike Fernino interviews innovative VJ, DJ, and remixer - DJ Roonie G. Mike and Roonie discuss how he created his first remixes, how he got involved with Pioneer Pro DJ, where the future of video is headed for the mobile DJ, and more!
Hailed by many as the World’s Premier Video DJ, Roonie G’s fluency in every facet of the DJ artform, from mixing, battling, scratching, live performances to producing is truly phenomenal.
From winning numerous national DJ awards (most recently Best VJ of The Year – 2006 Club World Awards) & hundreds of production credits to his name (Ultimix, Funkymix, Xmix, & MTV Monster Mix) to consulting in the designs of groundbreaking DJ products for Pioneer Pro DJ, Roonie G has been instrumental in shaping the Digital DJ platform as we know it. He was the DJ selected to showcase the world's first digital turntables@ The DMC World DJ competition in 2002. He continues to be an active consultant & advisor for Pioneer Pro DJ Division.
2005 brought him his big break. What started as a guest appearance quickly turned into a weekly residency at the Las Vegas hotspot “CLUB RA”, located inside the Luxor Hotel Casino.
Now with monthly residencies from NY to Las Vegas, Roonie G performs regularly as a “FEATURED” guest DJ at JET inside the Mirage Hotel Casino (Las Vegas) & The Casbah inside Trump TAJ Mahal (Atlantic City).
A titan, with over 20 years experience on the decks as well as a flare for on-the-fly remixes, Roonie G always lights up the room with an intense and jaw dropping performance. His style has him transitioning seamlessly from hip hop to rock, house and trance to breakbeat and is often a collage of many genres of music mixed with relentless turntable mastery.
In the new millennium, Roonie G incorporates live video mixing with his dynamic DJ style, pulsating a non-stop audio mix in rhythm with an endless array of visual stimulation. From today's pop culture, obscure video classics, to hilarious selections of comedy shorts, and much more, he creatively combines audio & video resulting in an extremely entertaining and unprecedented DJ performance. Roonie G’s incredible DJ sets are truly an experience not to be missed.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Jim Robinson
Mike Fernino sits down with Jim Robinson, one of the pioneers from Promo Only. Mike and Jim discuss how Promo Only got started and where it has come in 15 years. Topics include the infamous Promo Only “Rock the Casbah” party, video, and the future of music delivery. Jim also talks about Promo Only’s relationship with Pioneer and the American Disc Jockey Association.
Jim Robinson started in the entertainment business at Walt Disney World where he did everything from being a Disney Character to pioneer digital audio at Disney Imagineering. After that, he started Electro-Magic production, a DJ company now based at Universal Studios Florida specializing in Music Video events. In 1992, he co-founded Promo Only and for the past 15 years Promo Only has been the industry standard for providing their services to record companies, radio stations, and DJ's. Literally, every major record label and major artist use Promo Only as a tool to get new releases of Music and Music Videos into the hands of the people that play them.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Justin O'Connor - QSC
Mike Fernino talks with Justin O’Connor from QSC in detail about their new HPR series of powered speakers and new & improved PLX 2 series of lightweight power amplifiers. Justin also gives some insight into the building a better speaker cabinet and why you should consider the QSC HPRs as your next powered speaker purchase!
Justin O'Connor - is currently the product manager for loudspeakers and amplifiers at QSC Audio, Inc. Overseeing the development and marketing of professional products for both the entertainment and installed sound markets from QSC's Costa Mesa, CA world headquarters, O'Connor has spent almost a decade in the pro audio industry, where he participated in wireless microphone systems development at Shure Inc. and led the creation of numerous installation loudspeakers while working at JBL Professional.
A musician as well, O'Connor admits that his love of music led him to choose a career in pro sound. "An appreciation of music has been a big part of my life," he says. "Helping to create quality audio products is my way of sharing that appreciation with others."
A graduate of the University of Miami in Coral Gables, FL, O'Connor holds a degree in Music Engineering Technology and Jazz Bass.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Marz Lawhorn
Mike Fernino sits down with the 2004 “DJ of the Year,” Marz Lawhorn. Mike and Marz cover alot in this jam-packed, emotional interview. They talk about having character and passion, performance, business, and “upping your game.” Marz also discusses the differences with the Midwest/Chicago market, where the industry is headed, taking part in the “Night of Champions,” and being crowned the 2004 “DJ of the Year.”
Marz Lawhorn co-owns Charizma LLC in Northbrook, Illinois.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Marcello Pedalino
Mike gets a repeat performance with one of our very first interviewees - The 3 time DJ of the Year, Marcello Pedalino (originally featured in DJ Idea Sharing - Episode 2: Viva Las Vegas.) Marcello gives his insights on the “Night of Champions” and on the 2007 version of DJ Expo. Marcello also discusses inter-company collaborations, embracing new markets, and talks shop about his company, MMP Entertainment of New Jersey.
Marcello has earned a national reputation for providing entertainment with elegance for an executive clientele that wants to celebrate with style. He is an industry advocate for those mobile entrepreneurs who strive to maintain a desirable level of health, happiness and success by focusing on balance.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Sean "Big Daddy" McKee w/ Casey McKee
Mike sits down with Sean "Big Daddy" McKee in this special 2 part interview.
Sean talks about having passion & heart and being blessed to do what we do for a living. He talks about giving back and sharing what we do with others in the industry. Sean also talks shop about James Daniel Entertainment, interaction & elegance, and there being enough work out there for everyone! Mike and Sean also touch on the importance of family.
In Part 2, Mike checks back in with Sean (accompanied by son, Casey) the day after the "DJ of the Year" competition.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Ryan Sherr - PCDJ
Mike talks with Ryan Sherr of PCDJ about computer DJ software! They discuss the upcoming Reflex program, as well as, PCDJ VJ and PCDJ DMX. Ryan also talks about the exciting new Denon HC4500 software controller and the relationship between PCDJ and Denon DJ.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Bobby Morganstein - BMP
Mike sits down with Bobby Morganstein of BMP. Bobby discusses how he got into the business, as well as, how he developed the BMP CD series for DJs and his novelty products. He also talks about the Bar & Bat Mitzvah market in Philly, keeping open relationships with his competition, and the different niches he has conquered with his diversified business model (including Beat Street, Beat Street Station, and Hour Entertainment.)
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Mike Walter
Mike talks with Mike Walter of New Jersey’s Elite Entertainment. Mike talks about the state of the DJ Expo and how it is being the host for the DJ of the Year competitions. They also chat about Mike’s involvement as a past DJ Idea Sharing presenter, a writer for the Disc Jockey News, and a member of the New Jersey Disc Jockey Association. The Mikes also briefly touch on hiring and training employees, employees vs. subcontractors, and friends & business.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Bob Martin - AClassActFx
Mike chats with Bob Martin, the owner of AClassActFX, a confetti and streamer company. They have been offering the original U.S. Patented launching system and safe flameproof paper for over 10 years. Bob’s background as a musician, magician, and DJ brings 35+ years of entertaining experience to the special effects industry. Bob discusses various confetti, streamer, and launching options. He also covers what you need to know about these products, in relations to safety, working with facilities, and the easiest ways to clean up the mess!
Mike and Producer Steve spill the beans about the DJISPN's involvement with the Mobile Beat DJ Show & Conference '08 in Las Vegas (February 12-14th.) Find out how to be a part of our podcast and our studio audience! Find out what our plans are. Also find out how to get a free or discount show pass courtesy of Mobile Beat, exclusively for DJISPN listeners ONLY!
Additionally Mike and Steve say a little more about the upcoming new shows to the network mentioned in the last update. Listen to this important update, and then come see us in Vegas!
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Adam Weitz
Mike sits down with the 1997 “DJ of the Year,” Adam Weitz. They discuss the “business” of Mobile DJing and the past, present and future of the industry. Adam talks about the transformation of multi-ops to full event companies and interactive dancers to social hosts, as well as, going it on his own with his A#Sharp Production. Adam also talks about his insanely unique routine that took 2nd place in the '07 competition.
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ADJA Live @ DJ Expo 2007: Gerry Siracusa
As the ’07 DJ Expo starts to wind down, Mike chats with the 1998 & 2005 “DJ of the Year,” Gerry Siracusa. Gerry talks about the New Jersey market and his Golden Note and Golden Note Entertainment Extreme companies. They discuss establishing & cultivating relationships with facilities, the gift we have been given as DJs, and how you should embrace, but not hide behind new technology. They also describe Gerry’s fun game called “Loops and Lyrics” that he showed during the competition.
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