Today we’d like to introduce you to Mithil Ramoutar.
Hi Mithil, 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?
Born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, my DJ journey began at just seven years old, when I first started experimenting with DJ controllers then I fell in love with the art of turntablism. Growing up in the Caribbean gave me a deeply versatile musical foundation — I was raised on everything from Soca, Chutney, Reggae, and Dancehall to Hip Hop and Country.
After moving to the US in 2016, I began DJing at my high school, handling pep rallies and other events. In 2019, I relocated to Dallas, where I landed my first club gig at just 17 years old. From there, I started playing local bars and clubs and eventually entered the DJ battle scene, placing 2nd at the 2024 King of the Streets battle in Dallas.
Since then, I’ve gained recognition in the local scene and expanded into corporate gigs and travel, steadily building my brand along the way.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Honestly, it hasn’t been a smooth road. There were definitely some bumps and learning curves along the way.
Starting at such a young age, one of the biggest struggles was being taken seriously — both as a kid messing around with equipment in Trinidad, and later as a teenager trying to break into the Dallas club scene. Getting booked for gigs when venues see a 17-year-old walk in isn’t always easy, and I had to prove myself constantly to earn trust and respect from venue owners, promoters, and even other DJs.
Moving from Trinidad to the US in 2016 was also a major transition. I had to adapt to a completely different music scene and audience — what worked on a dancefloor in the Caribbean doesn’t always translate the same way in the US, so I had to expand my sound and reading-the-room skills significantly.
The DJ battle circuit brought its own challenges too. Competing against more experienced DJs, dealing with the pressure of live performance, and handling the disappointment of close losses (like placing 2nd at King of the Streets) all tested my resilience and pushed me to keep refining my craft.
And then there’s the business side — building a brand, networking for corporate gigs, and balancing the creative side of DJing with the marketing and consistency needed to grow professionally. That’s an ongoing challenge that I’m still navigating.
But every struggle has shaped who I am as an artist today, and I wouldn’t trade the journey for anything.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m a DJ specializing in turntablism, with roots that go back to age seven when I first got my hands on equipment in Trinidad and Tobago. What sets me apart is the versatility I bring to every set — growing up in the Caribbean exposed me to Soca, Chutney, Reggae, and Dancehall, while moving to the US opened me up to Hip Hop, Country, and everything in between. That blend lets me read a room and shift genres seamlessly, whether I’m playing a high-energy club set, a corporate event, or a culturally specific celebration that calls for sounds not every DJ can deliver authentically.
I’m known for my technical skill on the turntables, something I’ve sharpened through the competitive DJ battle circuit — placing 2nd at the 2024 King of the Streets battle in Dallas. That competitive background pushes me to keep my scratching, mixing, and overall technique sharp, rather than just relying on a playlist.
What I’m most proud of is the journey itself — going from a kid experimenting with equipment, to DJing high school pep rallies after moving to the US, to landing my first club gig at 17, to now traveling for corporate gigs and building a real brand around my name. Every step of that came from persistence and a genuine love for the craft, not shortcuts.
If I had to sum up what sets me apart, it’s authenticity and range. A lot of DJs specialize in one lane — I bring a multicultural sound, technical battle-DJ skills, and the adaptability to perform for vastly different crowds and settings.
Are there any apps, books, podcasts, blogs or other resources you think our readers should check out?
As a DJ, a lot of my growth comes from staying connected to music and the industry. I regularly use apps like Soundcloud and Youtube to discover new tracks and stay ahead of trends across the genres I play, and Serato has been essential for organizing my library and prepping sets.
For the business side of building my brand, I lean on Instagram and Tik Tok for content and connecting with my audience.
In terms of podcasts, I tend to listen to a DJ Puffy’s podcast and “The Road” podcast where I learn and get inspiration.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.djmithil.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djmithil
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@djmithil
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/djmithil
