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

Throwback Thursday #3

Who's in the club tonight? Clyde Carson and he's bringing Sean Kingston and The Game along. This song came out last summer, but I feel like it never got the attention it deserves. This song is real hot and I still can't believe I never heard it on the radio or saw it on T.V. So check out this song to see how it should have gotten more recognition. Enjoy!


Clyde Carson - In Da Club Ft. Sean Kingston & The Game (Prod. By J.R. Rotem)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/6063039801fb11af

For more Clyde Carson: http://www.clydecarson.com/

Baby Don't Dance No More

Per request I am posting this one. This song really is off the hook though. DJ Sizzahandz blends these two songs to honestly make a real fly tune. It's hard not to like this one. I got a feeling this one could be a real fan favorite. I posted a mixtape by DJ Matt Medley a couple weeks that included this song in it. Check out this song now! and get on the dancefloor! Enjoy!


The Rapture Vs Stardust - W.A.Y.U.H. (People Don’t Dance No More) vs. Music Sounds Better (Sizzahandz Blend)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/60584732ccd31f4c

For more DJ Sizzahandz - www.myspace.com/sizzahandz

Throwback Thursday #2

Wooo! Throwback Thursday. This tune is pretty simple. This is the insrumentals from the Dutch Pop-Eurodance group Alice DeeJay's "Better Off Alone", while the vocals are Timbaland's "The Way I Are." Its a nice mash. Enjoy!


Timbaland - The Way I Are (Better Off Alone Mix)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/60324968c3461668

For more Timbaland: http://www.timbalandmusic.com/

Never Gottz Ask

This is real smooth R&B tune from THE biggest names in the game. The last time this group collaborated was when they made "Swagger Like Us." We all know how hot that song got. This one is a softer creation that one can really chill out to. Relax & Enjoy!


Lil Wayne - U Aint Neva Gottz Ask Feat. Kanye West, T.I. & Jay Z
(Yes, the producer can't spell)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/60302511aa8c3c09

For more Lil Wayne: http://www.lilwayne-online.com/
For more Kanye West: http://www.kanyeuniversecity.com/
For more T.I.: http://www.trapmuzik.com/
For more Jay Z: http://www.rocafella.com/

Indecent Exposure

Another pleasant surprise in one of my emails. I got this guys email a couple days ago. He records and produces all his music on the computer machine. Hopeless has a nice mix of electronic grit and funk. He is currently wrapping up production on his latest project, "Hand Claps & Cowbells." This tune is a cover of LL Cool J's track. Enjoy!


Hopeless - DFA Won't Sign Me

http://www.zshare.net/audio/60216720f1b59f3d

For more Hopeless: http://www.liquiddrip.com/

Akon - World Cup 2010

I have just read that Akon was put in charge by Fifa (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) to oversee the production of the soundtrack for the next World Cup. The next world cup is in 2010. This means that he will produce the official World Cup song and choose who else gets to be on the official soundtrack.


For the whole article: http://keepittrill.com/media/2009/05/akon-record-theme-song-2010-world-cup/

EuroFLO & Passport Jones

Yes people, the homie DJ Flo is back at it once again. He and his friend Jonesy once again played overseas, with this one being to Zurich, Switzerland. And I'm sure they killed like always. Download this mixtape, a part of what Flo and Jonesy did in Zurich.


This Mixtape was featured on Switzerland/Germany's largest circulating radio Station, Radio Energy Zurich.


This is just Thursday's mini-mix by Flo - The Mixtape has the full week!



http://www.divshare.com/download/7308561-1bd

For upcoming DJ Flo Events:

May 21 2009 10:00P Lilly Pond East Hampton, New York
Jun 6 2009 8:00P NYC Boat Party NYC, New York
Jun 27 2009 8:00P 2009 Lumen Awards West Los Angeles, California ***
Jul 9 2009 10:00P Frauenfeld Openair Festival Frauenfeld
Jul 10 2009 10:00P Frauenfeld Openair Festival Frauenfeld
Jul 11 2009 8:00P Frauenfeld Openair Festival Frauenfeld
Jul 16 2009 10:00P Hive Club Zurich, Switzerland
Oct 17 2009 8:00P TIM Festival Rio De Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

*** His Los Angeles trip - I may be covering this or another gig here.

For more DJ Flo: http://www.flosounds.com/

Throwback Thursday #1

Ok, Throwback Thursday is now in session. Let me explain to you all what Thursday Throwback is. Thursday Throwback is something new I am starting. Its not necessarily an old 80's song, but it is a song that is not considered that recent (most likely made in the last year, that may have been overlooked). Songs can include last year.

So here we go! We have a very upbeat mix created by Bob Sinclar. This one is awesome. This song belongs at the clubs for sure.


50 Cent - World Technology Pomatic Mix Ft. Justin Timberlake & Bob Sinclar

http://www.zshare.net/audio/6002839107a22933

For more 50 Cent: http://www.50cent.com/
For more Justin Timberlake: http://www.justintimberlake.com/
For more Bob Sinclar: http://www.bobsinclar.com/

Sparty Tunes Update

Sorry guys for the lack of updates this week! Been real busy with some stuff. Don't worry though. I got some real bangers for you guys this week.

Hits in over 55 countries
T-shirts on the way
Throwback thursdays on the way
and much more!

Sparty Tunes is erupting!

Dead And Gone

T.I. and Justin Timberlake, enough said. Odds are that this collaboration is going to produce a chart topper. Benka Styles with his style quickens the tempo of the melody and provides for a much better instrumental. I personally like this song a little bit faster and I think you will too. Enjoy!


T.I. Ft. Justin Timberlake - Dead And Gone (Benja Syles Remix)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/597809605066df78

For more T.I.: www.trapmuzik.com
For more Justin Timberlake: www.justintimberlake.com
For more Benja Styles: www.benjastyles.com

Now You See It, Now You Don't

This one's a hit for sure. I have always been a fan of Pitbull's latin feel into Hip-Hop. It just keeps coming! The Jump Smokers provide for the masterting of this track. DJ Uniqx changes up the beat a little bit, and quite honestly makes it even better! He turns it into a real big time club banger. Definately grab this track, because it's on fire. Enjoy!


Pitbull - Now You See It Ft. Jump Smokers (DJ Uniqx Mix)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/59754387c9b75e02

For more Pitbull: www.myspace.com/pitbull
For more Jump Smokers: http://www.jumpsmokers.com/

Up Into Outerspace

This one is brought to you by Dino Roc. N.A.S.A. puts together an all-star collaboration here. The verses are way sick. Hip-Hop superstar Kanye West, New wave singer Santogold, and the Swedish Electro-Pop singer Lykke Li all have awesome verses. N.A.S.A. are set to release their new single 'Gifted' on May 25th, so go support them! Enjoy this track!


N.A.S.A. - Gifted (The Aston Shuffle Remix) Ft. Kanye West, Santogold & Lykke Li

http://www.zshare.net/audio/596598644933699a

For more N.A.S.A.: www.myspace.com/nasa

Real World Casting

I just got my hands on this flyer. If anyone lives in Southern California, get your self over to "v20" club over in Long Beach. I heard from sources of mine that this is the REAL deal. MTV will be casting for the Real World. Let me know if you want to get on guest list, I can give you the promoters contact. Enjoy!

I See The Future

I was pleasantly surprised when I received this track in my email. This is la Zebra with Into The Future! We have a 19 year old making these fly beats. By the judge of this track, the FUTURE looks promising for him. This Electro-House beat has already got my speakers and subs pissing people off. He has done remixes from Boys Noize to the Clash all the way to Kool and the Gang. Now he producing his own stuff and he is on his way. Enjoy!


la Zebra - Into The Future

zShare

For more la Zebra: www.myspace.com/laazebra

This Milk Ain't Sour

Got milk? Mickey Avalon does. Shout out to Boom Boom Chik for this one. After seeing this, I knew I had to post it. This is the electro-funkified version of "My Dick". The Super Milkmen did a great job with this one. I laugh every single time I hear this track played. And now it's only funnier with a dope beat. Enjoy!



Mickey Avalon - My Dick (Super Milkmen Remix)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/595421228c2af2b6/

For more Mickey Avalon: http://www.mickeyavalon.com/
For more Super Milkmen: www.myspace.com/supermilkmen

3AM Music Video Released

Last night Eminem debuted his video on Cinemax at 10pm EST. Very similar to the trailer. Enjoy!




For more Eminem: www.eminem.com

Click Click

This next one is an interesting track. It has a bunch of different feels. Of course we have the electric feel that we all know I that love, that MSTRKRFT gives here. It also has a rapping feel with the verses from E-40, the hyphy machine from "The Bay". The instrumentals almost clash so hard that it has a bit of a rock feel to it as well. This is a real European track to say the least. Enjoy!


MSTRKRFT - Click Click (Feat. E-40)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/59494681f5690c0a

For more MSTRKRFT: http://www.mstrkrft.com/