So, a little while ago - 2015 to be precise... we had an absolute cracking mix on Series 1 of the FUNKcast from head honcho at Jackin.cz - PIF... so I reached out again to reconnect and had a lovely catch up with this guy, since we last spoke we both got married but we both still are running our little House Music HQs and have never lost the love for it.

So lets welcome back to the FUNKcast for Series 3 - Mr Jackin.CZ - PIF... this ones hot!!!

A little more about PIF:
DJ PIF's journey into the world of DJing began with a deep love for music in 2005 when he was recognized by a local DJ and radio host in Czech Republic. As he started to learn the craft of mixing, he was also passionate about being a radio host on a local radio station. This love stayed with him as he was hosting a show for 4 years on Amsterdam Most Wanted radio. Now he hosts a show on the RadioB.cz called Pifoviny.

In 2011 he founded Jackin.cz collective and with DJ MarkyP they put Jackin House firmly on the map in the Czech scene.

He played in numerous clubs all around Czech Republic, being resident in Prague’s Hilton Cloud 9 and also the hub for Czech underground house scene - Pekelnej bar. Sharing stages with international icons, to name a few DJ Sneak, Golf Clap, Flapjackers, Craig Hamilton, Johny Fiasco, Trevor Vichas, and JR From Dallas. They inspired him to start creating his own tracks and since 2012 his tracks were released on labels like Doing Work Records, Full House Digital, Treasured Grooves and more.

Links below for further info:
WEBSITE: https://www.jackin.cz
SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/jackincz

ENJOY!!!!

Series 3 - FUNKcast 016 - Pif

Founder & Label Owner of Reason 2 Funk Records:
Jons Jackin / Tech House vibe combined with his cheeky attitude and non stop energy behind the decks is definitely infectious. 

For bookings & enquiries contact:
Jon Hart(UK/Europe): djjonhart@outlook.com
Erika Guzman(USA/Canada): lipluvrs@gmail.com
Artie Ward(NZ/Australia): iamartieward@gmail.com

Playing mostly deep jackin, chicago, funky  house  with a touch of wonk / downtempo hip hop, trip hop etc

More mixes on Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/rachel-green4/

Trevor Vichas is originally from Portland, Oregon. After making a name for himself in the Portland and Seattle scenes, he’s now a seasoned DJ/producer and well-respected among his peers. Jumping headfirst into a dark, dirty warehouse party in 1996 with dj’s Kenny Larkin, Stacy Pullen, and Steve Loria. 15-year-old Trevor got hooked on that house sound underneath that party’s single, red light. His addiction to record collecting quickly turned into a full-on DJ habit, and the rest is history.

Trevor started playing at the infamous Zoot Suite in Portland until it shut down in the early 2000s. This led to gigs at numerous other underground clubs, parties, and raves in the Northwest and beyond. He’s known for his ability to bring in and seamlessly blend many shades of house and techno, drawing inspiration from soul, disco, funk, hip-hop, R&B and all that jazz. Through life’s ebbs and flows, he has always stayed focused in the studio crafting new beats.

Trevor’s dedication to the craft over the years has earned him many reputable imprints and numerous respected performances. He has held residencies in both Seattle’s Baltic Room and Tonic Lounge, and has played multiple times at the prestige Sunday night “Flammable” aka Chruch. In Portland, he held residencies at Pala, Afterdark, and the infamous Groove Suite, where he worked as the booking manager for nonlocal talent and promoted his event night, “Connections” – a series of nights in various nightclubs and in conjunction with outdoor events in the Portland area.

Once compared to Derrick Carter or early DJ Sneak, his sounds have found their way into the sets of both artists, as well as Mark Farina, Iz & Diz, Phil Weeks, Hector Morales, and DJ Heather – some of his personal favorite performers and creators. At every milestone he reaches,  Trevor remains humble and hungry for what’s next. He spends countless nights in the studio making music just for the joy of it, learning new audio tricks, teaching himself music theory, and striking new chords – or as he likes to call it, ”fuck around and find out.” For him, the music washes away the grit of 9 to 5 every night when he finally digs in.

Trevor’s achievements and capacities as a DJ have seen him playing alongside top-rated acts in the House community, including Gene Hunt, Phil Weeks, Chuck Love, Mike Grant, Iz & Diz, Hector Moralez, Mark Grant, Rimtha, Tommy Largo, Fred Everything, Mystic Bill, Johnny Fiasco, Justin Martin, Justin Long, Jacob London, Mazi, Jason Hodges, Brett Johnson and Terrence Parker. His production work has found its way to many top labels, with notable releases on Demuir’s imprint, Pervoyer Underground Limited, and Mark Farina’s imprint, GLA. With his long-time production mate Tommy Largo (aka The Dutch Master), Trevor released on Ultra Knight’s and Phil Week’s imprint, Robsoul Recordings.

Taking his skills further still, Trevor has played Winter Music Conference in Miami, for the House Salad crew in Mexico City, and across the pond in Europe, while also playing many premier nights and clubs along the West Coast, including the notorious Om Happy Hour and at The EndUp in San Francisco.

Through and through, Trevor is a house head for life. In 2025, he’s back at it with upcoming vinyl and digital releases on Mate Records, GreenHouse Music, Selections Music, Frosted Recordings, and more.

Johny_5 is a House and Tech DJ based in the South West UK. Originally a vinyl DJ from the North East, Johny has developed his style of pumping house and upbeat tech and crossed over his 20+ years of experience in DJing, sound tech and production to continue pleasing crowds by utilising and manipulating every facet of digital advancement in the booth. 

Always high energy and with a finger on the pulse. Sets are not to be missed!

Series 3 - FUNKcast 016 - Pif

DJ Jon Hart