Chicago House Music

The DJ Debate: Hobby or Career!

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This House Head speaks about an ongoing debate about the DJ.  Is this wonderful craft a career or merely a hobby?  This was addressed by a DJ who posted this quote his Facebook timeline.  “I DJ and it is not a hobby!”  There were comments made on his statement.  Here were some: “It is not … Continue reading

April DJ of the Month: Mr LatinHouse

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Alex Mr. Latin House Bio….   Born In Chicago, Illinois, On The West Side (Pilsen-Little Village), My Sons Anthony (Navy Diver), Julian Almaguer (Jayzoo), My Daughters, Giavanni (Gia Gia), Daniella (Danni Girl) and My Wife, Valerie Castillo-Almaguer….. Ever Since I remember growing up in the Pilsen /Little Village area, I wanted to be a DJ. … Continue reading

April DJ Discovery: DJ Semaj

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DJ Semaj Bio     Tereque Dj Semaj Bryant was born in Detroit, Michigan.   At the early age of 18 he was introduced to House Music while attended Club Bookies in Detroit. First time he heard it, it was love. Dj Semaj first gig was the Club Continental in Detroit. He spun with the guy who gave him his start … Continue reading

Hostile Takeover!

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This House Head speaks about a past article use in the present.  The article called “DJs: If you want it, you better take it!”  It mentioned certain “House figures” out to prevent any unknowns their chance in the spotlight.  Today, there are DJs along with promoters who are making their own mark by throwing parties … Continue reading

March DJ of the Month: Spence:Chicago

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Spence: Chicago     I have always been a House Head and watched Derrick Carter, Lego, Justin Long, Mark Farina and many others mix in such classic Chicago clubs as Shelter, Red Dog, Kaboom, and of course Smart Bar. I learned how to work the decks after a chance meeting with Chicago DJ Thelonious Funk … Continue reading

Women of House Special Report: It’ll Do Dallas Nightclub by Jennifer Johnson

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It’ll Do Nightclub – Dallas, TX   I often heard Dallas referred as, “The Little Chicago”. It is no wonder; as I entertained the thought watched our scene flourish in the general uprising of electronic music. As my aural palette turned more towards the funky, organic, Chicago house sound over that time, however, I was … Continue reading

DJ For Women of House Project: Camille

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  CAMILLE – BIO Resides from the picturesque shores of New Zealand, Camille has been a musician since the age of 4 years old.  Having mastered a number of instruments such as Violin, Piano, Harmonica, Bass Guitar and Drums, she moved on to Turntables and has been rocking dancefloors since 2000, not to mention she … Continue reading

Women of House DJ Discovery: Angel Eyes

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  Angel Eyes Bio There are 2 things that have been the drive force of Angel Eyes life: Love and Music! Although she did not find her niche in music until later in life, she took to House as though she was born into in. Prior to that she was just caught web of so-called … Continue reading

“Soulful Percussionist” by Sasha De La-Soul

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  Sasha De La -Soul is a percussionist who has been playing since 2003. At a tender age she grew up banging compulsively on pots & pans in her mother’s kitchen. She developed a curiosity for various sounds and rhythms.  She currently resides in Toronto. Born to parents of Caribbean descent she was introduced and … Continue reading

DJs Are Not Your Jukeboxes! Stop Making Requests!!

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This House Head speaks on Education.  It has comes to my attention most people who attends a House party do not understand its rules.  House DJs are not your typical Hip Hop, R&B, Top 40 or Electronic Dance DJs.  House DJs take the time and effort to learn their craft.  They spend hours and sometimes … Continue reading

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