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Originally published in Urb Magazine.

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HEY DJ – KSWING

By

Deana Morgan

 

All time Five:

Simon- Two Crates- Come Unity

Bassbin Twins- 3- (label unknown)

Leuroj- Isakora (Bushwacka mix)- Loaded

Rabbit In The Moon- Out of Body Experience- Hallucination Records Semi.Detached- Future- Boombox

 

Current Chart:

Adam Freeland - We Want Your Soul-   Marine Parade

Prope Filthy Naughty- Fascination- 10 Kilo

Tayo Meets Acid Rockers Uptown- Prophet Dub- Skint

Infusion- Dead Souls- Marine Parade

Catteneo/Cass/Mangan- Hubbub (Martin Garcia Breaks Mix)- Perfecto

Bushwacka- Harps- Plank

Ikon-The Dove (Kraak and Smaak mix)- Jalapeno

Chuck N' Roll- Playing Dirty (Jondi and Spesh Remix) - Looq

Smash FX- Brainkiller - RITMIC

Serge Santiago -Impedance (Meat Katie and Dylan Rhymes Remix)- Stompa Phunk

 

Age: 16-30, varies from day to day

Homebase: NYC

Style: Deep and Funky Breakbeat

Equipment: Technique 1200s, Numark Pro SM-1, Pioneer CDJ 100

 

Best Party DJ'ed: Technique, Leeds , UK .  This was one of my most important gigs and I consider it a milestone in my career.  It was

the first time I played with Adam Freeland, who is someone I have great respect for and have come to consider a mentor. He had never heard me play live before and I was so freaking nervous I couldn't even eat. I kept thinking, "You can't screw up". Sounds silly, but I had to impress him. From the feedback I got and glancing over to catch Adam dancing to my set, I think I did just that.

 

One Record That Never Leaves Your Box:

Chris Coco- Albatross ( Christian J Remix)- Distinctive

 

Favorite Musical Artist: Tori Amos

 

How'd you get into DJ'ing: I started clubbing/ raving in college and fell in love with the culture and obviously the music.  I've been dancing (ballet and jazz) since I was four and have been dancing professionally for many years so, needless to say, I love performing.  I see DJ'ing as another avenue for me to express myself, get closer to the music that moves me, and do what I do...perform.

 

 

How'd you get into Breakbeat: I was drawn to breaks even before I knew what it is called and what all the different genres are. I feel that it's the most rhythmic of styles to me and allows for the most freedom of movement and interpretation.

 

On the scene in N.Y.:   Everything is hurting now. Plus, the Rave Act has passed, and we're all scared and pulling back. No one is willing to take chances or risky investments and NYC is no different from any other city in this country.  P.S. Call or write your state representative to protest the Rave Act.

 

Advice to those just starting out: Do what you love, and the rest will

all fall into place.

 

On the benefits of being the U.S. label rep for Marine Parade: It's a honor to be associated with Marine Parade.  Not many people are aware of it, because I haven't released anything on MP (not yet), but when they find out it certainly raises a lot of eyebrows and interest.

 

On Groupies : I want some

Dream Gig: Headlining at Fabric in London . Oh yes!

Career Highlight: This article, thanks guys

Contact info: www.k-swing.com