For any DJ and bedroom producer, the ability to “hustle” is often the most underestimated, yet most important factor in determining whether they will fade out or successfully make their mark on the industry. Good hustle is the epitome of both the man and monumental career of international DJ, Roger Sanchez. From humble beginnings in New York City, diggin’ in dusty crates of old vinyl and spinning at house parties in Corona, Queens, to dominating huge dance floors and headlining festival main-stages in every corner of the globe, Roger is truly a self-made man and a house music legend.

The crafting of Roger Sanchez, the DJ, started in the late 80s, where as a young man he was enticed by the explosion of hip-hop that was taking over the city. Embracing the culture as a b-boy and graffiti artist, he would hit parties on the Bronx River and before long, his friends had him trying his hand on the wheels of steel. In a time and place where hip hop, house music, and “turntablism” all collided in a perfect storm of creativity, opportunity, and sick beats, Roger seized his moment and began to build his empire on vinyl and slip mats, starting with a few singles and expanding into a massive collection of over two thousand original productions and remixes.
Releasing music under a multitude of monikers, including the S-Man, Roger S., The Nu- Solution, Underground Solution, DV8, Ego Trip, El Mariachi, The Funkjunkeez, Tribal Infusion, Twilight, and Transatlantic Soul, just to name a few, Roger has been able to maintain the essence of his sound, his flavor, his “sabor”, if you will, while still using each alter ego as a tool to expand on various fresh and experimental sounds. Each one of his multiple music personas have allowed him the opportunity to defy the mainstream and travel out to the far reaches of the musical galaxy, collecting depth, wisdom, and perspective along the way and applying them to his future endeavors in innovative dance music sounds, allowing him to remain fluid and cutting edge across decades.

So many successful endeavors would have never been possible without a rock solid work ethic, something that Roger prides himself on. From the very beginning, he was a dedicated crate digger, searching for obscure samples and break beats in influential NYC record stores like Rock & Soul and Vinylmania. His infallible work ethic, paired with the strong foundation of art and culture that he gained from the Pratt Institute’s School of Architecture took control of the wheel as his passion for music expanded, driving him to start hustling mixtapes on the sidewalks of Broadway in order to finance his earliest gigs. With the encouragement of his father, an engineer, Roger abandoned his plans for a career in architecture and decided to devote all his efforts to his music.
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Barry Harris was the first club DJ in the world to write, produce and perform a Top 40 hit he titled “I Beg Your Pardon” by a studio act he named Kon Kan.

“I Beg Your Pardon”, became an international Top 5 hit around the world, garnering a Juno Award (Canadian Grammy) for Best Dance Recording in 1990.

In 1998 Barry relocated to Los Angeles to  coproduce in the remix duo Thunderpuss producing more than 40 #1 Billboard Dance remixes including hits for major label recording artists Madonna, Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Cher, Mary J. Blige, Celine Dion & Donna Summer to name a few.

Barry & Thunderpuss is best known for Whitney Houston’s Top 5 global hit, “It’s Not Right But It’s Okay” which remains in steady rotation today as well as Barry's  "Dive In The Pool (Let's Get Soakin' Wet). 
Also winner of 2 IDMA Awards best remixer of the year at WMC and another IDMA Award for Best Underground Dance Record of the Year.

I DJ every Friday and Saturday Nights at a Bar in  Rochester New york called 140 ALEX Bar + Grill.

With over two decades at the forefront of modern music, Dave Aude’s prowess as a producer and DJ is legendary, fueled by a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable emotional experiences.

In a career spanning more than 25 years, Dave Audé has not just made music – he's sculpted sonic landscapes that have become the heartbeat of countless legendary tracks. From the iconic sounds of Lady Gaga and Rihanna to the infectious rhythms of Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Madonna, U2, Beyoncé, Sting, Coldplay,, Bastille, Ariana Grande, Zedd, Erasure, Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, LeAnn Rimes, The Killers,, Celine Dion, Donna Summer, and Korn have trusted him to translate their music into magic on wax.

Dave has been the architect behind some of the biggest hits in modern music history. His remixes are more than just re-imaginings; they're transformations that elevate songs to stratospheric levels of success.

Dave garnered his first GRAMMY Award for his remix of Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars “Uptown Funk”, and most recently, in 2021 Dave received his 3rd GRAMMY Nomination for “Best Remixed Recording”, this time for the superstar collaboration of Demi Lovato & Arianna Grande on “Met Him last Night”. Dave continues to set the standard for excellence in the world of electronic music.

But Dave's influence doesn't stop there. With an unprecedented 135 #1 Billboard Dance tracks and counting, he's a force to be reckoned with, shaping the sound of the dance music scene for generations to come. In 2022, Dave returned to the spotlight with his long-awaited solo album, showcasing his versatility and innovation as an artist.

As he continues to collaborate with industry icons like Lenny Kravitz, Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Reba McIntyre and Erasure frontman Andy Bell, Dave Audé's star only continues to rise. With his finger firmly on the pulse of the music industry, there's no telling what electrifying creations he'll unleash next.

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