Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, Lou  began deejaying at the age of 16, when he first experienced the  excitement of playing music on vinyl. He later developed his skills as a  mobile deejay, spinning at private parties, weddings and other events.  After six years, in the late eighties, he left the mobile business in  favor of honing his skills and broadening his musical tastes. Various  genres including Latin, Disco, Jazz, R&B and House music began to  influence Lou’s selections as he developed a unique and eclectic sound.  Having admiration for deejays such as Tony Humphries, Louie Vega, Merlin Bobb and Timmy Regisford, Lou always desired to deejay for the dance  community. 

In 2005, he returned to music as an Internet Radio Deejay and then a Freelance Club Deejay. He has played NJ and NY venues, held a 4 year residency in Newark’s Ironbound and hosted three internet radio shows captivating audiences with his smooth blend of vocals, rhythms and deep beats.

Over the years, he had a 4 year residency at Vivo Lounge (Newark Ironbound) and also played for organizations such as Humble Beginnings, ThinkSoul, Exact Nature Party, The Usual Suspects,  Merge Music, Let'em Entertainment, Sankofa Soul and Breaking The Mold  Entertainment. 

During this time he has showcased his talents in local NJ venues such as QXT’s, Club Elevation, Ash Lounge, Luna Lounge and Transmission Night Club. In NY, guest spots at Sapphire Lounge, LP  Harmony, Karavas, The Spot, Sutra Lounge and Santos Party House.

In 2012, Lou played the opening set to kick off COHME’s Weequahic Park Festival and in 2015, the Lincoln Park Music Festival in Newark, NJ for their 10 Year Celebration.

Currently you can still catch Lou spinning at gigs in the NJ/NYC area.

Lou Alvarez DJ