Hailing from Lorain, Ohio DJ D*GRinD is the masterful chauffeur behind the driving wheel of known and up and coming artists. Dedicated to his craft and consistent in his delivery, DJ D*GRinD’s passion is more “experienced” than felt in his industry grasp and passionate push of hot talents. DJ D*GRinD expertly ties together an aggressive, fresh, gritty and mature flare that pops, every time he put
s his hands on a track! DJ D*GRinD is no stranger to music styles and labels. While growing up in a music loving environment he bonded with the bass hitting sounds of hip hop, funk, gospel, pop and the soulful sounds of R&B. Even while working towards completing high school and preparing to enter college the draw toward his musical passion was irresistible. His addiction to the studio produced a serious and mature DJ. Influenced by DJs and sounds of all genres - DJ Clue, A-Trak, DJ Afrika Bambaataa, DJ Drama, Fat Man Scoop, Dr. Dre and DJ Z-Trip, DJ D*GRinD began skill building on his first controller, equalizer and CDJ, hosting extensive practice sessions with friends, at family events, favored hang outs, local colleges and house parties. In one year’s time he made acute upgrades to his performance as well as his equipment, graduating to Pro Tools and the Serato. DJ D*GRinD sets himself apart from the pack with his drive for quality music education, and the development of an in-depth technique in the art of presenting as a quality DJ. With his aggressive style hosting and behind the decks he continues to stay motivated. Earning himself a nomination for "BEST NEW DJ " at the 2013 Ohio HipHop Awards. Along with opening mixset for internationally known DJ Flaco Flash at "Summer Spin 2K13 " (Lorain,OH). With such a fresh approach to obtaining transcendence of the ordinary is making him the “in demand” Mix Tape / Mobile / Nightlife DJ. With his heart and hand caressing the track in front of him, he seized an opportunity to spin on the West Coast (Mesa/Phoenix, AZ), and has released multiple collabs and mix tapes with artists throughout the nation, as well as those in his hometown area of Cleveland, OH. Some of the latest projects he’s received tracks from and promoted, feature: Layzie Bone (BTNH) from “D*GrinD Radio v. 2," Cyhi The Prince on "Worldwide Street Fighters Street Tape," Dave D. of IPhonic & Yung Lue on "I Know What To Do With It v.1" Baby Bash , Producer, M.Stacks, King Chip (Chip Tha Ripper), Kevin Gates, Naledge (of Kidz in the Hall), Big Jigg (106 & Park Freestyle Champ), Machine Gun Kelly, and Pleasure P. Acquiring thousand of downloads and street buys the impressive momentum of his talent also crafted an opportunity for him to serve as a Tour DJ for R&B group “B Smooth” (Fly Life Entertainment, LLC – OH). Be sure to check for his newest and hosted installment mix tape series to the overwhelmingly stimulating bass-hitting sound of the "D*Grind Radio" Series - "Headphone Bangers" – “Street Buzzin " Series. Along with multiple independent artist compilations. Show Bookings, Mix tape Hosting and Mix tape Listing with DJ D*GRinD CONTACT:
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D*GRinD sets himself apart from the pack with his drive for quality presentation, and in-depth technique in the art of DJ'ing,songwriting, & Production.
