DJ Risk One Interview

Last week, I had a chance to ask DJ Risk One a few questions. He has been my favorite DJ for a while now. Every remix, mixtape, re-edit he makes is gold. This Seattle native is also a real humble dude, which is cool, because he is no doubt one of the biggest DJ's in the game. From his success as a Crooklyn Clan remixer, to his Las Vegas residencies, his eclectic and unpredictable abilities will have you begging for more. He is even sponsored by LRG. He has even done many upscale private events for Microsoft, Playboy, Scion, and GQ. I'm hoping he sticks around for a long time. Check out this interview with Risk One!


Sparty Tunes: When did you start dj'ing?

Risk One: Back in 2000. I took a DJ class at a teen center and somehow it turned into this, lol.

Sparty Tunes: What is your favorite club or lounge or spot to play at?

Risk One: Right now my favorite spot is Blush in Vegas, my Thursday spot. It's a dope room and good crowd. We can really get loose out there.

Sparty Tunes: What advice do you have for young and aspiring dj's?

Risk One: Work hard, and be patient. If you're really busting your ass, things will happen when its time.. so don't rush it. Also work the game from all angles. Party rocking, mixtapes, production, marketing, networking, etc.. You need to be ahead of the next dude in every way you can.

Sparty Tunes: How much longer do you see yourself in Las Vegas?

Risk One: Well, as long as I don't move there, I can play there forever lol. I'm still flying back and forth from Seattle, which is fine w/ my b/c I love Seattle. Vegas is good for a few days at a time to play, but no way I could ever live there. Too much!

Sparty Tunes: Do you like playing in Seattle or Vegas more?

Risk One: Depends on the room really. I've done wack rooms in Vegas, and super dope parties in Seattle. And vice versa. Now though I really like all my gigs in both cities. Vegas is more of an open format which is always fun. I can usually slide in some cool shit w/o people freaking out haha.

Sparty Tunes: When did you realize, that you were a very sought after dj?

Risk One: Shoot, am I?? haha... I think its all relative. Like, some cats are looking at me wanting to be where i'm at, meanwhile i'm looking other DJs and striving to be where they are. So honestly I don't even think about it, just trying to stay humble and working, trying to make the next moooove.

Sparty Tunes: Who is your favorite dj?

Risk One: Oh man, there's a question. Well Klever is a beast. One of the few super technical DJs that can still rock the shit out of party. Diplo is also a personal favorite. His remix/production game is out of control. And everything he touches is the illest thing you've ever heard.

For more DJ Risk One: http://www.djriskone.com/

AND if you want to see him:

June 1 Daydream Pool @ M Resort | Las Vegas, NV
June 3 Blush @ The Wynn | Las Vegas, NV
June 4 Blush @ The Wynn | Las Vegas, NV
June 5 Chapel | Seattle, Wa
June 6 Last Supper Club | Seattle, Wa