Concrete Mag’s Interview with DJ ROCKSTEDDY
CONCRETE: You’ve quickly become one of the most sought after DJ’s in the city. When was the first time that you got on the 1s and 2s.
DJROCKSTEDDY: Funny question! The first time that I deejayed a real party was about three years ago. B.Mimms and Carlito hired me to do a No ID party at Stop 345. I had two CD turntables, a mixer, and a couple books of cds. I think I only charged them $100. I couldn’t mix worth crap, but the party was crunk and it led me to more gigs. [Laughs]
CONCRETE: How hard has it been getting on locally?
DJROCKSTEDDY: Everybody has a cousin or uncle who claims to be a dj, but I wanted to be more. I wanted to get in the clubs bad. I found a way in doing college parties with AEI Entertainment and 207 Entertainment. I built my own buzz on Facebook (when it was new) by posting mixes and promoting parties.
CONCRETE: Every dj has a certain style. Without giving us any of your secrets, how would you describe your style?
DJROCKSTEDDY: I’m different from other dj’s because I don’t just play hit records, anybody can do that. I try to always put on a show with the way that I dj. I’m younger than most djs in the city. I’m only 22 so my style is fresh and new.
CONCRETE: In addition to deejaying, you recently graduated from college, you work for STP/Hunter Promotions and have hosted/promoted parties. How have you found time to manage it all?
DJROCKSTEDDY: Yeah, I just graduated from U of M [University of Memphis]. Someone told me in college, when I was a freshman, to work hard now and sleep when I die. So that’s my motto.
CONCRETE: Is there a dj that you would like to meet that you haven’t already?
DJROCKSTEDDY: I met Dj Drama and Dj Holiday about a year ago…that was cool. Dj Drama gave me some good advice about building a brand and how he started out while in college.
CONCRETE: Let’s talk about music. Who do you feel is real hot right now?
DJROCKSTEDDY: Long live the King! Yo Gotti is still killing these clubs and with his forthcoming national release on a major level, I think Memphis will really be put on the map!
CONCRETE: You’ve been releasing mixtapes, particularly your Commercial Appeal series. Is there more to come?
DJROCKSTEDDY: You can expect a lot more in 2010. I got projects coming up with Dj Mic Tee and Dj Lighta!
CONCRETE: What are your goals for this year career-wise?
DJROCKSTEDDY: My goal for this year is to change night life for Memphis and give the clubs what they have been missing. I also plan to land a position at a radio station in or outside of Memphis.
CONCRETE: Thanks for the interview. Is there anything else you want to say to our readers?
DJROCKSTEDDY: Be sure to follow me on Twitter @DjRockSteddy and be on the look out for my Commercial Appeal Mixtape Series. You can check me out Friday at Club Senses, Saturday at Club Vibes, and Sunday at Level 2.
CONCRETE: Any shoutouts?
DJROCKSTEDDY: Shoutouts to Hunter Promotions/STP Staff, Concrete Magazine, Club Owners, my partner in crime-Reggie P Fine, and all the djs in Memphis who came before me! R.I.P Hypo!
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