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When did DJ Rottin start ?
It started in the Fall of 2010 . After a few months of practicing and learning the basics , I wanted to make a name that could represent myself . So I took my long-time love for horror movies and incorporated it into making a name that was unique , and could catch the eye of anyone that might share my love for the ... Grotesque ? Yeah , that works ...
What is the thought process behind your mixes ?
Coming from a strong background of music theory and an avid player of multiple instruments , I try to make my mixes flow together . One minute I could be playing something really heavy , and bassy . Then the next I ’ ll throw in something really melodic and sensual . I never make a setlist before any show , and I try to mix different genres together so I can get everyone dancing and in the mood .
Craziest moment ?
I once watched a DJ set two broken keyboards on fire and wave them around . My whole setup almost got covered with molten plastic as did some of the crowd .
Whats on the horizon ?
Fame . Glory . And the Olsen twins .
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How wild and crazy are you ?
Normally , not very . However , on stage is a different story . When I ’ m in front of a crowd I become my “ DJ Rottin ” persona . Just come to one of my live shows and you ’ ll be amazed .
I saw you live last year and you stood out from the other DJs because of your song selection . Talk about which tracks make you excited .
Well I can ’ t talk about too many tracks without giving away some secrets , but there will always be artists out there that I will play because of my love for them . I listen to a very wide variety of music and I ’ m constantly hunting for tracks , or keeping up with music blogs to get my tunes . It ’ s a job in and of itself .
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