Today we’d like to introduce you to Brandon Hunter.
Hi Brandon, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I grew up in Chicago, Illinois and I left when I was 18 and joined the Navy. I also have an associate’s degree in Electronics. While in the Navy I was an Aviation Electronics Technician and Egress/ Environmental Control Tech. In November 2018 I got stationed in Fort Worth, Texas I retired after 22 years of service in November 2021 as an Aviation Maintenance Chief. That’s a brief history on who I am and where I came from so on to the DJ story. I grew up playing the piano, (I still play from time to time) so music has always been in my life. While in the navy I used a program called virtual DJ to DJ small house parties only using a computer and I really didn’t take much thought to becoming a DJ at that time. In 2017 while stationed in Virginia Beach, Va I met DeeJay Illusionz. he took me under his wing and showed me the basics of DJing and he was the first person I saw DJing on Vinyl. Bought my first DJ setup at the end of 2017 just to learn how to DJ and practice at home.
When I got stationed in Fort Worth, Texas in 2018 I started to upgrade my equipment so I could get paid gigs. Fast Forward to 2022 my calendar is booked.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Being a new DJ and moving to a new area was challenging trying to get out and meet other DJs and learn the music scene in a new state. I started gaining momentum in 2019 then we got hit with the shutdown so I shifted my focus on making mixes online and showcasing my skills and it paid off.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
Currently, I am a full-time DJ and I provide Upscale Wedding and Private event DJ services. I also have additional services that I offer my clients for their events such as Lighting, Indoor Fireworks, Dance Floors, Dancing on the Clouds, and many more. During the week when I’m not doing private events, I have a residency at Mickeys Sportsbar and Grill in Grand Prairie, Bombshells in Arlington, I am the go-to Dj for all the Military Functions on NAS Fort Worth JRB for the Navy and the Marines. This year I was voted one of the top 20 wedding DJs in Fort Worth. In addition, I regularly work with other businesses such as Cafe 214, Thee Daiquari Shoppe, and Blitz lounge. I am also a member of the Fleet Dj Coalition, one of the biggest DJ Crews in the world. last but not least I DJ on several syndicated Mix shows including The drive at 5 mixes on 97.9 FM Delta radio which services the Mississippi delta, Southeast Arkansas, and North East Louisiana. (I am not on the local station here in Dallas) lol, People always ask me that.
Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
I have so much to offer but I will start with Practice, Practice, Practice.
1. New DJs often want a cheat code or a shortcut to DJing, scratching, or crowd control. Truth, is you have to work your way up, practice, and watch other DJs. I attribute my success to multiple DJs and watching them and taking different skills from each of them and making my own brand.
2. Invest in your setup. For the first year at least use all the money you get from gigs to improve your setup and presentation for events. Also, when you buy DJ gear starting off don’t go buy the most expensive equipment thinking that it will make you Dj like the people you see in the advertisements because it won’t. Buy the starter mixers and learn to Dj and what everything does on your equipment before you upgrade.
3 Get an LLC. Companies out there will offer business credit to DJs and you don’t have to use your person credit for this. Get several Net 30 accounts do your gigs and pay it off. Eventually, you can get a business credit card and a vehicle under your business credit.
4. Network. There are so many dopes Dj events that go on in the city all the time. Get out there and meet other DJs it will only benefit you in the long run.
5. Don’t expect the same results as the next Dj. Your path is your path and that is it. There is not a Copy and paste to success.
6. Use social media as a tool to get new clients. Showcase your skills and don’t worry about how many people like your content. The only thing that matters is how many people saw it.
7. I am an open book if anyone is reading this, I am always willing to give advice or help in any way I can.
Contact Info:
- Email: info@djbogey.com
- Website: www.djbogey.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djbogey1/
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