Episode 323: TECHNICIAN THE DJ “Why Every Artist Needs A Good DJ”

On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome famed tour DJ for @TheLox, New York’s finest @TechnicianTheDJ with special co-host, legendary A&R for #Rocafella Record, Kyambo "Hip-Hop" Joshua (@1978HipHop). Technician speaks on the impact he had on #TheLox's win against #Dipset on @VersuzTV (01:45 ), reveals how he met his food friend @DJChubbyChub (4:01 ) and explains how he connects with artists to enhance their performance as a tour DJ (18:33 ).  He reminisces on the viral moments from #TheLox #Verzuz #Dipset battle (34:01 ) and DJ’ing the major awards show circuit for #HipHop50 including the #Grammys and the #BETawards (53:41 ). Finally, Technician shares memories from working with @Aayliah (1:11:40 ) and discusses how his DJ rates changed after Verzuz (1:15:30 ).

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!