In this episode, DJ Deckard sits down with breaks legend Wes Smith to unpack the wild, unpredictable, and inspiring journey of becoming a DJ and music producer.From rave culture roots and the New York underground to licensing tracks for video games and navigating the business side of music, Wes shares deep insights into DJ culture, technology, and how to own your creative worth.
The convo covers personal turning points, Ableton breakthroughs, music production, community building, and unforgettable experiences at events like Burning Man.
Whether you’re a DJ, a music lover, or someone hustling in the creative space—this episode is packed with real talk and solid gold.
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00:00 The DJ's Journey Begins
01:07 Musical Roots and Influences
04:11 Discovering the DJ Culture
09:42 The Evolution of Breaks and Rave
14:59 First Rave Experience and Its Impact
20:18 Networking and Building a DJ Identity
28:33 The Evolution of DJing and Influences
30:38 Balancing DJing with Education and Career
33:19 Buzz DC Experience and Networking
36:45 From DJing to Producing
41:20 Building Community in DC
44:04 Transitioning to New York
49:46 Knowing Your Worth in the Industry
53:38 Music Industry Lessons
01:02:52 College to Pro DJ
01:04:38 The New York Perspective
01:07:03 DJing in India
01:12:05 From Vinyl to Video Games
01:16:22 Burning Man and Unique DJ Moments
01:21:50 DJ Fails and Lessons Learned
01:31:16 Emerging Talent and Shoutouts
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