DJ Carbon

09/12/2024

“Taking a lap” is such a core part of my 20s & 30s. I’m usually working elsewhere so never get to do it on the weekends, but it was great to see so many faces out enjoying ICT nightlife. Huge shout out to the bartenders, DJs, musicians, and security; the lifeblood of the nightlife. I may not do it like I used to, but I never see myself as a homebody and “taking a lap” will always be a thing for me.

Recently there was a thread on Wichita Reddit asking about a local video shop called Vegas Video located at 8323 W Kellogg Dr.

07/12/2024

Stoked to be at Tor Brewing on Sunday for some JT pregame. I’m doing an all tribute set to the man before the show. So come get some delicious food and/or a pre show beverage before all the swooning goes down at INTRUST Bank Arena. I’m a big JT fan so I’m super stoked to run through his catalog for a special mix set.

Also, if anyone is feeling generous, feel free to donate me a ticket to go see the show afterwards!

05/12/2024

I’m late on sharing. I was locked down in holiday party mode to prep for tonight’s Wichita Independent Business Association’s Winter Wonderland festivities. But I’m back now. And ready for all the holiday festivities. And anxiously awaiting Annette Lawless’s cinnamon rolls on Saturday. Tune in and see what all is going on this week with the team!

And make sure you are following all of the squad. Wichita By E.B., The Kansas Gastronomist, Live Local.

Also, for those of you who tune in regularly, I’m curious, what do you like the most? What do you want more of?

05/12/2024

I use Spotify for songs that I use as a one off at events and for playlists when I’m resetting a room. My wrapped is NOT reflective. I need to listen to more music on my own time. Usually that is a vinyl record on a turntable. Or a DJ set stream. I need to reclaim my Spotify.

03/12/2024

If I’m doing a theme night, I am vigilant about adhering to the format. I know some people want to hear a song that may not be in the format, but then so does everyone else. “But you played why can’t you play my song now?!?”
The silent majority who came to the event want the theme. So that’s what I do. I’m a stickler about this. I can’t stand when a night is promoted as a theme, and then they do 30 minutes of the theme and then it’s open format and anything goes. So, sorry (both historically and to any future occasions) to any denied requests that don’t fit on a theme night.

30/11/2024

Today marks my first Saturday of 2024 with no DJ gigs (other than some vacation time earlier this year). With that said, what is going on tonight in Wichita?!? All suggestions of things to do welcome!

28/11/2024

Pre turkey-day dinner table. Grab a seat and catch up on the latest in ICT.

Someone recently recognized my stache in public from this here talk show, so I guess you guys are enjoying it and tuning in. Appreciate that so much. Huge thanks to the crew for having me. If you aren’t already, give Annette Lawless, Wichita By E.B., The Kansas Gastronomist and Live Local a follow on the socials!

26/11/2024

Just getting some practice in on my Rane Performer before the festivities this Friday.

26/11/2024

Every event isn’t a movie (or a banger, or the best, or whatever term that I am not yet up to date on). And that’s ok.
A DJ’s job is to maximize every event and every experience for every attendee in the eyes of the person/team that brought you in to be a part of their vision. Sometimes things don’t line up so you have to adapt on the fly and just be ready for any situation. Make it the best event you possibly can.
And the most important thing to do on those events? Recap and review! Reach out to the event team and get feedback. Take notes. Debate what you could have done differently. Put things in place to improve. A great gig is amazing, but how you respond to less than ideal circumstances is critical so you can evolve and become better.

23/11/2024

And as November get closer to the end, I remember, 13 years ago… I grew out a little baby curl of a mustache for no shave November. Literally some of the best marketing and branding I could do, and it wasn’t even intentional at the start. Huge that you to Amanda for asking me if I could keep it for the wedding. And then a month later I was in a DJ battle and just hadn’t gotten around to shaving yet and Eddie, to mock me, threw on a fake moustache and said “I’m DJ Carbon. I have a moustache.” Only a couple months and it was a target. That solidified me giving this thing a run. I didn’t realize it would be 13 years though. No signs of slowing down either. The finest upper lip in the Midwest is gonna just keep doing what it does.

23/11/2024

Stoked to be on the skate night soundtrack this evening at Carousel Skate Center. Come say hello!

21/11/2024

You know what it is! It’s dinner time!!! Come pull up a seat and see what’s going on!!!

20/11/2024

Thanks to the Aaron and Austin Show for having me out. Aaron dipped, but me Austin and Annie Mack held it down!!!

20/11/2024

Join the festivities!!!

18/11/2024

Nobrac. In cleaning house for an upcoming remodel, I found a stash of these awesome guys. I’ve got 6 of them available for sale with several bulb options and dimmer switch. $200

If you are curious about these things, here is the story. I left my day job to go to pursue my happy and go full time as a DJ in November of 2019. Finally made the leap. And then covid hit. BAD TIMING! Well, amongst some home projects, I got comfy with electrical work. I had seen some pretty cool lamps and went to the local hardware store and gave it a shot to make my own. The response to my creation was insane. I made a post asking if people would buy them if I made them and I got a huge response. So, I ordered a bunch of parts and turned my kitchen table into a manufacturing facility. I still have parts, but I’m too dang busy, but i just found a box of some completed ones. Photos below by Aaron Patton | Photographer

16/11/2024

So a few quick pointers to fellow mobile DJs that all came up at last night's corporate event:

1 - Be prepared. I made a post just last week about my bag of adapters that I keep in my vehicle and it was needed. After arriving on site, I was told I needed to connect audio from a client's laptop for a video that was to be played on the venues house system. 1/8" to XLR adapter? Check. 25' XLR to run to from the laptop to mixer? Check. Delivered on an unexpected need with zero stress or issues.
2 - Know the audience. Through chats with the client, I knew my corporate event was all people that were working remote. As such, I expected quite a bit of table visiting and sitting and catching up with availability of some real face to face time. I didn't go over the top to push the energy with mic work or peak hour tracks when they were just enjoying the time with each other. We eventually got to more peak party, but pacing the night to allow for more social time was the way to go for this particular event. You don't have to force the energy all the time. Knowing when to is huge.
3 - Make a plan, and have some options/backups. Sometimes, transitioning from dinner to party can be a process. Post dinner, everyone can go into a food coma. Picking the energy up is a must, but sometimes they aren't ready to dance just yet. I was never a "games" guy, but they can be a great change of pace and get some energy from the crowd. They are especially useful if you have a crowd that isn't dance floor-centric. I mentioned to the client team that a game may be a good call. We didn't have it set in stone, but just a conversation and we had it in our pocket, ready to go if the situation called for it. Last night's event had a bunch of raffle prizes so we stole one to make as a game prize and it made a great transition from dinner to party.

Anyways, had a convo after my event last night about some of these things and thought I would just some insight from a great time!

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