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This week Ari sits down with John Summit, one of the most sought-after DJ/producers in the global dance world. John is a superstar DJ, producer, and owner of his own label, Experts Only. He has nearly a billion all-time global streams across his own catalog, two number 1 US dance radio hits, and two top 10 tracks on the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. Summit has sold out iconic venues such as BMO Stadium, MSG, the Forum, Coachella, EDC, Tomorrowland and other major festivals all across the globe.
John tells Ari all about how he got his start (making music with a day job, producing songs in his parents’ basement), and how those humble beginnings led to him touring the world as a celebrated artist. He talks about how he got his career “break,” and gives practical advice to aspiring DJ/producers. John also talks about running Experts Only and how he hopes to develop the label.
Keep up with John Summit at: https://www.instagram.com/johnsummit/
00:00 Breaking Out of the Local Scene
06:07 Creating an Album vs Singles
08:59 Staying Inspired Creatively
12:12 The Evolution of Live Performances
14:53 Navigating the Pandemic: A Turning Point
17:47 The Power of Persistence
24:00 Collaborating Remotely
33:16 Designing Arena Shows vs Festival Shows vs Clubs
38:46 Behind The Curtain of Experts Only Label
47:20 Experts Only Party Nights and Community Building
51:14 Marketing Support for Artists on Experts Only
53:04 Advice for Aspiring DJ/Producers
Edited and mixed by Ari Davids
Music by Brassroots District
Produced by the team at Ari’s Take
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