5 On 5 Podcast

There are no words to describe how much fun and what an honor it was to have the legendary A-Trak (@atrak) on the podcast this week but we will try our best to give you a proper recap caption. We lead off the episode with A-Trak’s Coachella recap including talking about his history playing the festival throughout the years and what it was like being on stage as The Brothers Macklovitch. We dive into the story of Duck Sauce and how Armand Van Helden initially met A-Trak and how their creative process takes form during production. We cover the newer project releases including the vinyl release of the Cam’ron & A-Trak album “U Wasn’t There (with an exclusive sneak peek 👀) and the new project from Chicago’s Ric Wilson along with Chromeo and A-Trak. You know we talk about the vinyl room and you know we talk about that Yeah Yeah Yeahs remix that shook the world and still rings off today. We talk about it all, just fire up the episode already! Thank you legend for joining the boys. Forever grateful. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week it’s the boys recap of NAAM, Los Angeles adventures, secret record stores, and a phenomenal Coachella recap. Shoutout to all our friends that joined us for interviews during our trip. Keep your eyes peeled on @5on5podcast Instagram account for those clips. Also if you’re reading this we’re now ranked #171 in Apple Music music podcast in Canada. No big deal. Thanks Canadians! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week we present to you Part 2 of our THREE HOUR interview with Louis La Roche (@iamlouislaroche). We lead off the conversation diving into what it’s like entering the music industry with a breakout hit at 17 and his initial response when people thought his song was a new Daft Punk release. We briefly discuss them impact of tinnitus and hearing loss in the dj community. We take a deep dive into sample clearance and the recent impact of AI created artist replicas such as the new AI Kanye material and how this could personally impact the artists. There’s so much information we could highlight in this first half of the episode but instead we think it’s best just to dive in head first. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week we present to you Part 1 of our THREE HOUR interview with Louis La Roche (@iamlouislaroche). We lead off the conversation diving into what it’s like entering the music industry with a breakout hit at 17 and his initial response when people thought his song was a new Daft Punk release. We briefly discuss them impact of tinnitus and hearing loss in the dj community. We take a deep dive into sample clearance and the recent impact of AI created artist replicas such as the new AI Kanye material and how this could personally impact the artists. There’s so much information we could highlight in this first half of the episode but instead we think it’s best just to dive in head first. The continuation of the episode will be released next week! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week the boys are joined by one of the best, the wild card himself, DJ Puffy (@deejaypuffy) live from Barbados. Jupiter met Puffy at SXSW so we recap that trip before we dive into a battle between Beenie Man vs Sean Paul. After, we recount Puffy’s @redbull3style championship run from his video submission to now. We talk song requests and dance floor energy in Barbados and dive into Puffy’s inspiration and studio flow along with his early years, passionate in tennis. We covered so much in this episode and had some great laughs and real talk. You gotta tap in with Puffy, you’ll quickly realize why he’s one of the best. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

There’s no way we could possibly express what an honor it was to have the legendary Greg Wilson (@dj_greg_wilson) on the pod for an in depth history lesson of electro and his roots in dance music as a dj. This episode is important to us on so many levels because so many of these stories needed to be told for djs and producers to grasp a full perspective of what was going on in the early 80s to lead into the rave movement and the explosion of dance music worldwide. If there’s any episode you listen to from the show, let it be this one. Thank you a million times over Greg, this is a conversation we will cherish forever. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Floetic Takes On The White Stripes Vs. UGK by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Kid Conrad Takes On Ice Spice Vs. Glorilla by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod it’s another episode with the boys including a Vegas recap of MEX, the DMS party, and @neeklopez and @jupiterwilliams adventures for a PlayStation 5. @PHNM moves to Vegas and Aaron Rodgers goes into a pitch black 5 day retreat in Oregon. All that and so much more nonsense. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys drop down to LA to chat with a legend in the game ETC!ETC! (@iametc). We lead off with so much WWE talk, from entrance music, to Attitude Era, and so much more before a battle between DJ Snake and Diplo. After that we get into the history of ETC!ETC! From production beginnings to the public demand for him to dj. We had so much fun sitting down with this dude and look forward to seeing him with Valentino Kahn May 5 at Hollywood Palladium. Lock those tickets in! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys head down to California to tap in with a beyond overdue visit from Mark Perez aka DJ MP (@d.j.m.p). We start off by talking about Mark’s recent jury duty, Pepsi’s colab with Peeps, and why ginger ale is primarily for sick people and airplane rides. The matchup this week is D12 vs Tha Dogg Pound and the lightning round was an absolute banger. We speak collectively on the Grammys and the impact of Beyoncé in the electronic category before we dive down the rabbit hole of selling your clothes to resale shops. All that and so much more. PEEPSI! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the podcast we’re joined by royalty: the legendary Dirty South Joe @dsjoedeux . If I had to guess, this podcast opening was Neek’s favorite… nothing but anime talk for the first 10 minutes, and no you don’t have to watch anime to learn something new. Joe speaks on his OP Otaku party @opotakuparty which focuses on the intro and credit music from anime shows. Following that we get into a remarkable battle courtesy of Lowbee: Hypnotize Minds vs Swisha House. After that we slide back into some bloghouse history, our unanimous dislike for M. Night Shyamalan films and Joe’s larger than life Super Bowl adventures with Diplo. You’re not going to believe the ending of this story. Fire it up, and be sure to give Joe his flowers anytime you see him. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Paimon Alipour Takes On Heavy D. Vs. E-40 by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week the boys sit down for a random dive into mystery with more ghost talk, talks about mediums, and even a quick chat with @primadante on that creepy horse outside the Denver Airport and Illuminati! We also talk about @thehauntedmuseum and spooky objects that possess good and bad energy (if that’s even a thing, right Neek?) all that and so much more. Dive in if you dare! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the podcast we lead off with Jaime Da Great (@jamiedagreat) and a Las Vegas NYE recap before Nick Davis (@djnickdavis) joins us to talk all things Kansas City, his party Goodies (@goodiesparty_) and some of his favorite interactions with Tech N9ne and NFL royalty. We dive into Nick’s affinity for a southern burger chain before a pretty one sided battle between Trina Vs Megan Thee Stallion. Nick then recalls meeting DJ Trayze (@trayze) before we surprise him by bringing Trayze on the show to talk his new single “Play Bad Bunny” with Crooked. You never know what you’re going to get on the pod! Happy 2023, this shitshow just keeps getting better and better 😘 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Deep in the heart of Texassssss! This week we travel down south to the home of big BBQ and Brad Booker (@bradbooker). We lead off with a battle between pop royalty Miley Cyrus vs Harry Styles before sliding into the lightning round. Brad recounts his history, his favorite celebs to work with and his transition down to Austin Texas as radio host at Mix 94.7. We loved chopping it up with Brad and you’ll quickly see why his energy is so infectious. 2023 comin right up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys sit down with a legend, Andrew Barber - Fake Shore Drive - @fakeshoredrive for a very VERY Chicago battle of the songs between Jeremih vs Chance The Rapper. We lead off the show with Andrew discussing the 10 year anniversary of Chief Keef - Finally Rich and the impact streaming would have had in the Grammy world if streams qualified. After the matchup we dive into a lightning round that spirals into so many great directions especially when we talk Pharcyde vs Tribe. Andrew then breaks down the genesis story of Fake Shore Drive and the necessity and importance for midwest blog coverage during that era. This interview has so much incredible history and stories that a write up really won’t do it justice. Thank you Andrew, it was an absolute honor for us to host you. We’re looking forward to a 106 & Park vs Rap City episode. 🤝 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys tap in with jack of all trades JDHD (@jaydeehd) to talk about his contributions to the Vegas scene as a DJ, bboy, and someone who provides the soundtrack to the jam. The show kicks off with an edm fueled battle between GTA vs Skrillex before we dive into a deep dive lightning round where the boys again get caught up on MJ vs Prince but for yet another reason this time. After we speak on JD’s career as a DJ in the breaking scene and how those specifics can be make or break when it comes down to showtime. Buckle up Butthorn! This episode will teach you a thing or two. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys dive deeper into the psychology of the New Years Eve gig from a dj standpoint along with a Vegas NYE breakdown from Neek. Jupiter finds a new angle for nightclubbing and the boys discuss fake festival lineups, the album of the year, and what Rihanna songs we can expect for Super Bowl. All this and so much more. Let’s rock. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod it’s the boys only episode with a massive recap of Neek’s first time in Chicago (spoiler: strangers love talking to Neek) , Travis’s return to Vegas and an in depth chat on Paradise Fever, why Net 30 payouts are bullshit, and what we’re thankful for. All that and so much more on a random holiday week. Dive in! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys are joined by Black A.M aka Sinclair Wheeler. The episode starts off with the boys giving Sinclair flowers for his set at Toca Madera Las Vegas while they were out there and the immense amount of hospitality in hosting. We follow up with a close battle between divas Faith Evans and Mary J Blinge before the lightning round takes Sinclair on a rollercoaster. We talk about Sinclair’s journey through leading a band into touring with NGHTMRE and how he’s made himself a staple in the Vegas scene after finding success in Chicago. Aspiring DJs and producers listen up! Youre gunna hear some gems in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the podcast is another just the boys episode, no frills no special guests just the boys talking about human spontaneous combustion (HSC), Neek being a doubter during an era without photographic evidence, and what it must have been like to be at the party where Jesus turned water into wine. Lots of theories, lots of disbelief, tune in and hear it all! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys sit down with the legend himself Cuzzin B (@djcuzzinb) to talk a full 360 of all genres and all things music. We tap in with B out at NPR studios as he recalls his weekend visiting his alma mater Jackson State where he spent his formative years as a dj and he shares a bit of his history in the booth with us. We talk about the impact of David Banner, Three 6 Mafia, Project Pat, and the Memphis sound as well as including a deeper dive into Master P and the late years of No Limit Records. After that the battle leads off with a close head to head between The Beatnuts vs The Alkaholiks. Before shifting into the difficult lightning round. B goes on to discuss his time at NPR Tiny Desk as a producer and goes more in depth on historic live performances of Mac Miller, T Pain, and most recently the impact of the Usher performance in reigniting his career. If you’re a fan or rap music this is a must listen to episode. We had the best time sitting down with B and we know you’ll enjoy this. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the podcast it’s the boys only talking about everything from BBQ sauce, to the Bad Bunny phenomenon to wedding songs that go off ONLY at the wedding. We dive into Neek’s recent cringeworthy interaction with Anderson Paak. We debut our new segment WTF Records and predict a simulation where the Quad City DJs are actually locomotive enthusiasts. Come on ride it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

DJ Shr3d Takes On The Yeah Yeah Yeahs Vs. No Doubt by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Travis “Jupiter” Jones: Be right there. Taking Bruce Wayne to the Gotham pool +1 (312) 888-0818: This week on the pod the boys are in the desert with one half of The Trash Pandas, AndyOowops (@andyoowops). We open the circus with a battle between Thundercat vs Toro Y Moi and quickly ramble down the rabbit hole of Neek hating everything. Andy details his history as a Las Vegas resident, influences that led him into DJing, and where his current career is shining light on his Vegas residencies including We All Scream! We dive into the topic of scratching during a dj set, review Life Is Beautiful, and stumble down a quick House Of The Dragon chat. Hop in! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys head up to New York to welcome the legendary Dre Sinatra (@dresinatra) to the show. We open up with some catch-up from Dre: discussing his travels to Brazil, djing for Ty Dolla $ign, budget airlines, and some of the wild shit he’s seen while on the road and in the sky. Following that we dive into a battle between Lakeside vs Ohio Players before discussing hidden albums, future plans, and what a whirlwind life has been for him inside dj booths around the world. Buckle up! This was one of our favorite episodes so far!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys head back up to the great north for an Alaskan chat with fourth member of the pod DJ Gre (@1djgre). The get down starts with a matchup of indie darlings LCD Soundsystem vs The Strokes before we head in to a lightning round. Gre schools us on wild bear etiquette and we talk dj etiquette and the surrounding hub bub with Gordo at Ministry of Sound. Following that the boys go on a dive into robots, getting picked up by birds, and hidden snakes in the ceiling. Not a podcast for the faint of heart! Fire it up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys are joined by New York’s very own Thando1988 (@thando1988) for a battle between Anita Baker vs Gladys Knight. Following the lightning round the boys discuss open format djing for work, feeding the soul with original music production (including his releases on Fools Gold and the the impact of A Trak playing out his tunes) and the hot topic of ghost producers in dance music. We touch on what the scene is like currently in New York, Thando’s trip to Ibiza and the influence of what he heard and blue collar djing while also playing sets that satisfy your tastes. All this and so much more. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys are joined by Las Vegas’ J Krazy (@djjkrazy) for a huge battle between Shabba Ranks vs Super Cat. Following the lightning round we discuss the current Usher residency at On The Record, PHNM and GRE’s experience at This Aint No Picnic in Pasadena, a full Despacio review and the boys drop into a discussion on playing for you vs playing for the crowd. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on @5on5podcast the boys talk club longevity, venues closing, and the remaining interest of twitch in the dj community. Neek recaps his Portland visit, and the boys start a cult. Be honest, you knew this was coming… fire it up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on @5on5podcast the boys sit down to discuss and pay respects to the unsung hero: the wedding dj. Neek recounts an off the wall story from his party years, and Jupiter somehow negotiates the potential of him getting married in order for us to start drinking again for one night only. The boys discuss a good first dance song, open bar or cash bar, if they would dj their own wedding, and who would be their first pick. Meet us at the alter, we’re going of the rails! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys sat down with Philly legend EMYND (@emynd) for a grueling down to the wire battle between The Doors vs Nirvana. The show leads off with a dj assessment of working sober vs drinking and how both sides of the coin have their pros and cons. After we dive into Emil’s warehouse history, throwing a long-standing party with @Bo_bliz and why the DIY era had a lasting impression on who he is as a DJ. We dive into Neek’s recently Tiktok stardom, take a closer look at pineapple on pizza, and examine the fact that the Earth is moving a bit faster as a dancing king these days. We’re off the rails and having fun. Fire it up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the podcast we head down to Texas for a catch-up with Portland royalty dj producer extraordinaire TROX (@iamtrox). We lead off with a Texas size between Paul Wall vs Mike Jones before we ramble through the lightning round. TROX takes us on a journey through his history as a producer and dj including getting a big call from J Cole, surviving on goldfish and beer during a hellish winter down south, and keeping multiple coals in the fire working on personal projects he loves. We also predict a future in which TROX handles Popeye’s menu and dive into Neek’s evening with new best friend Leon Bridges. We had an absolute blast sitting down with TROX and can’t wait to do it again. Let’s get into it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys are back with the main man out in the desert, Las Vegas’s David Clutch (@davidclutch_) for an all things Vegas episode. We lead off with a bloghouse revival with MSTRKRFT vs Digitalism before ripping through the lightning round. We dive into David’s history as a Vegas DJ and the chaos of Kaos nightclub at the Palms. David shares anecdotes from the earl 2010’s era of Las Vegas bottle service nightlife and the boys dive deeper into yet ANOTHER conspiracy: What is the “pink” in pink lemonade?! You’ll have to stick around til the end to find out. Let’s rock. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Low Budget Takes On Young Dro Vs. David Banner by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys catch up for a battle between Tyler The Creator and A$AP Rocky. Following the close head to head it’s down the rabbit hole again with discussions about “the Kanye West collaboration effect”, hip hop and NBA parallels, and even what songs we wish had twerk versions. All that and so so much more outside the box music talk. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys keep it Portland with a sit down catchup with PDX skateboarder/DJ Easy Egg (@eggstagram). Following a battle between The Dream and Ne-Yo the boys double down on the alien and ghost talk with pop in visits from aerospace extraordinaire Collin Krum (@collinkrum_) as well as everyone’s favorite stoic Renaissance man Dante The Don (@primadante). Are aliens real? Are ghosts? Is quicksand still a threat? We continue our journey into life’s biggest questions with this episode. Fire it up --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week the boys catch up in true ridiculous fashion. We talked about mysterious plane crashes, Jack Harlow’s new KFC meal, the Rock (and rap) hall of fame, @PHNM’s Bob Dylan experience, and of course our love for Harry Styles. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Sasquatch, Godzilla, King Kong, Lochness Goblin, ghoul, a zombie with no conscience. This week we talk about all of that and so much more with Milwaukee’s best Mighty Thor (@djmightythor). The icing on the cake? A rare visit from Stonerokk (@stonerokk) to hear his take on all the above. Buckle up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

On this weeks episode; Jupiter & Neek are holding down the fort while PHNM is across the pond and discuss a randomly selected battle between Flosstradamus Vs. Vampire Weekend. And by “holding down the fort” we mean “completely taking over and talking about everything they’ve ever wanted to.” It’s still a vibe, though. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Big Jacks Takes On Monica Vs. Fabolous by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys catch up and talk all things Vegas and the recent party they threw. This episode ponders the questions “What is the greatest disco song of all time?” “Who is a mysterious force in music?” and “What happens when you climb an umbrella at a day party?”. Warning it’s one of the grossest stories we’ve heard in a long long time. Fire it up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

We’re going to keep this short and sweet. This week we have Graham Funke (@grahamfunke) on the pod. He’s 1/2 of Captains of Industry, an absolute legend amongst the dj community. He had so many great stories, you’re going to love it. Oh we also have a matchup from DeBarge vs Jacksons, but like I said, we know you’re here for the stories. Dive in! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys get to know co host Jupiter Williams (@jupiterwilliams) just a little bit better. We skipped a matchup this week to dive into Travis’ history as a promoter, dj, corporate employee, and even merch vendor for Riff Raff. We also dive deeper into the importance of being able to play it all when the right situation arrives, the importance of having an EPK (and occasional business cards), and the importance of diving deeper into exploring that obsession with music in order to become well versed. The boys are celebrating the 100th episode of the pod in Las Vegas April 23 at 18Bin from noon til 6pm featuring live DJ sets from all hosts, a live set from Tim Tones, and surprise special guests throughout the day. If you can make it, we would love to party with you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys are joined by Portland’s Neo Fresco (@neofresco) for an off the wall showdown between MF DOOM and Will Smith. After the lightning round the boys recap the Oscar fiasco, talk about the current state of Instagram, dive into Kyle’s intersection and history as a Producer / DJ, and the boys dive deeper into the the inconveniences of the layout of the DJ booth. This episode is literally all over, but after 90something episodes, you know by now just to turn it on. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys FINALLY sit down with jack of all trades, the mayor of Chicago, or maybe Cleveland, or both really: Dante The Don (@primadante). We kick it off in high gear with a close battle between Fleetwood Mac vs Tom Petty before quickly rumbling down the lightning round. Following that we get some background on Dante’s progression throughout his DJ career, the time he had to pull Macy Gray (which leads to a story of PHNM pulling a hilarious Aaron Carter). Once we finally stopped laughing Dante shared his story of working behind the scenes and opening multiple successful venues in Cleveland, the amount of nonsense airhead flavors, and pitching pizza locations for Barstool Sports and Dave Portnoy. Buckle up buttercup. This episode is one of the best. Hats off to you Dante. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys sit down with Mikul Wing of @autografmusic for a quick catch up in sunny Los Angeles. The battle begins with a quick head to head of Diddy vs Jermaine Dupri and quickly takes us down the rabbit hole of the unpredictable lightning round. Mikul recounts the bloghouse days when Justice performed at his house, the era of his dubstep project Midnight Conspiracy and the importance of embracing the rebranding when youre ready to launch a new project. In the second half of the episode the boys dive into the topics of nightclub dress codes, finding and knowing your sound as a dj, and PHNM’s adventures in jury duty. Alotta real talk in this episode and a good amount of nonsense too as you know and love. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys head across the pond to talk with the maestro of DJ tech, the legendary MOJAXX (@mojaxx). After a battle between house music royalty Armand Van Helden and Fatboy Slim, the boys rattle down a rabbit hole of Twitch impacts, Neek’s tap dancing childhood, and the reason why the Serato box is still important in the grand scheme of things. This write up won’t do it justice but we were extremely thrilled to talk all things DJing with one of the best and smartest minds in the business. Smash play now and take the ride. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Howie Doin' Takes On Limp Bizkit Vs. Korn by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Totally Dude! This week the boys talk all things butt rock and 90s / early 2000s forgotten childhood memories with the queen of nostalgia Alanna “That’s So” Raben (@alannaraben). We open up the deep dive with a quick battle between The Supremes vs Destiny’s Child before quickly spiraling down the rabbit hole of boy band members, Fruitopia flavors, and heartwarming moments with 50 Cent. Be sure to check out Alanna’s party Grunch @grunchrules (a grunge brunch for those that aren’t good at deciphering combined words) and be sure to tip $300 if you’re requesting Macklemore. Fire up the ep now! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys had the pleasure of sitting down with a true jack of all trades: DJ Sammy Needlz (@djsammyneedlz) for a producer paradise battle between J Dilla vs Pete Rock. After the close matchup the boys talk relocating to LA, adventures on the road with Duck Sauce ( @atrak and @armandvanhelden ), Goldie Awards, sticky situations in Brazil, and a RARE Top 3 New York pizza list! Sammy has truly done it all and this glimpse into a portion of his history in music will absolutely attest to how integral he is in the DJ community. Glad we could give flowers to a real one! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys were absolutely honored to sit down with the incredible multi talented Daisy O’Dell (@daisyodell). We lead off with a classic rock battle between The Rolling Stones and The Who before we took a deeper look into Daisy’s project Soteria (@soteriaspace); advocating for community safety and well being. We discuss the importance of music festival safety and staffing issues as well as having the appropriate response teams available to handle different categories of crisis. Following that we were blown away by Daisy’s stories DJing for Prince and cutting her teeth while on the Gwen Stefani tour. There’s no way this write up could justice for what an amazing person Daisy is, just hit play. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week the boys decide to catch up with each other and see how they've been doing throughout the week. Naturally, they manage talk about everything and nothing at all at the exact same time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys head out to DC to catch up with yet another legend in the game Jerome Baker III (@jeromebaker3rd). The pod leads off with a battle between Mac Dre and Nipsey Hussle and leads into a deeper dive into the impact of the Neptunes on the east coast and the lack of dance club rap on the charts in the last decade. Following that, we again dive into the impact of Taxlo and the Baltimore club scene during the blog house era and how corporate money contributed to endless nightclub budgets. We AGAIN dive into Silk Sonic for the 100000th time before eventually coming to a new realization. Fire up the episode and joining us this winding road through Jerome’s history as a DJ and more nonsense takes from the boys that keep YouTube mad. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

How do we explain this episode? First of all, it’s almost THREE AND A HALF HOURS LONG. Our self proclaimed BEST (AND LONGEST) EPISODE YET, will leave you on the edge of your seat with some of these stories. Two of the very best Morse Code (@djmorsecode) and DJ Ivy (@djivy) join us for a battle between Musiq Soulchild and Dwele but the episode is so so SO much more than that. We don’t want to give anything away but just the history of these two DJs alone will have you waiting for the movie adaptation of the story. Absolutely incredible, but enough from us, FIRE IT UP --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on @5on5podcast the boys welcome the absolute legend Stonerokk (@stonerokk) for a battle between Red Hot Chili Peppers and MGMT. Following the lightning round Stone gives us a deeper dive into his rise as a dj, the formation of Captains of Industry, and working nonstop which led to exhaustion and a nervous breakdown. We talk about the transition of Vegas nightlife within the DJ scene, as well as his pivot outside of the industry, and the DJ set that put him in the tabloids nationally with Britney Spears. Buckle up for a wild ride and a grip of stories that will leave your jaw on the floor. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the @5on5podcast we have the absolute honor of chatting with one of house music’s go to guys right now CODES (@codeshouse) for a battle between Jay-Z vs Future. After the photo finish, we dive into Cody’s history as a dj starting out in Rochester, his relocation to Brooklyn, and what led him to becoming a Twitch mainstay currently. We dive into the history of his label appearances and those highschool friendships that led him to honing his craft. A wild Tim Tones (@djtimtones) appears at the end of the episode to tell his side of things, growing up with Cody and we don’t want to spoil it, but there’s a filet o fish nightmare story in there as well. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Wow! What can we even say about this week’s episode with DJ M.O.S (@djmos)?! The guy is an absolute legend and weaves through so many tales of his career spanning from New York in the 90s to Los Angeles today. We lead off with a battle between Main Source vs returning champs Gang Starr before grabbing an in depth history lesson on what it was like to dj in New York in the late 90s/early 2000s, so many gems in this episode, fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys are joined by the legendary Clockwork (@clockworkdj) with very special surprise guest Bonics (@djbonics) for a battle between Ma$e and Dru Hill. Our cohost Neek checks in live from setup at his monthly party Paradise Fever. Clock joins us to recap some quintessential steps in his career including being Mac Miller’s DJ, getting his start djing for Reflection Eternal and most recently navigating his solo career and artist management. When Bonics pops in, he comes to us live, practicing for Wiz Khalifa’s set at Rolling Loud and hilarity ensues as we coin a new TikTok dance with the guests. So many gems in this one, buckle up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod we finally (overdue!) got to sit down with a Las Vegas jack of all trades: DJ Nova (@dj_nova). We lead off the show with a battle between Metallica vs Megadeth and quickly realize we need to do our research on the latter. Following the battle we dive into the lightning round, unexpectedly having a bathroom emergency in the club, and some airplane horror stories. We round it all off by discussing side projects and learn more about Nova’s woodworking skills and choice guitar selection. Let’s gooo. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Thanksgiving Catch Up by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys head out to the Windy City to connect with an integral piece to the puzzle, DJ Matt Roan (@mattroan). We lead off with an interesting battle between two nightclub mainstays: Ashanti vs Ciara then quickly dive into some Chicago nightlife history. We talk Get Out The Hood, the joys of TRUE open format, and the longevity off touring 1 major song during the blog era. You know we had to take an hour to unpack this Silk Sonic album too. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Well we have a doozy for you this week on @5on5podcast . Yo know it’s a good episode when we chat for 2 1/2 hours! We slide out to New York to tap in with the multitalented and hilarious K Styles (@iheartdjkstyles) and ramble through a battle between The Jackson 5 vs The Sylvers. Following the lightning round we ramble through our thoughts on the Kanye Ye Drink Champs interview, the illusive forthcoming Kendrick Lamar album, depression rap vs dance rap in the club, and who really has the best pizza in New York 👀. Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

This week on the pod the boys sit down with the absolute legend DJ Dynamix (@dynamixif2) for a battle between LL Cool J vs Schoolboy Q. After the lightning round the convo quickly switches to the battle of controllers vs turntables, collecting vinyl, the abundance of quality reissue box sets coming out right now, building Ikea furniture, and Neek’s spicy EDC review! Fire it up! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Tony H & GRE Take On Disclosure Vs. Jamie XX by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support

Las Vegas Paradise Fever Recap by 5 On 5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5on5podcast/support