Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to DJ Thirsttrap . We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

DJ Thirsttrap , thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?

I first knew I wanted to be a DJ when I went to this party at my college my freshmen year and the DJ they had was playing horrible music. At that point I was like I could do that but better. So I grab my laptop and started watching videos on youtube and learning the in and out of the DJ software “Virtual DJ & Serato DJ”.

From here I would do small kickbacks and even do the music for the school’s basketball games.

During this time i didn’t have a DJ name or anything I was just practicing.

It wasn’t till I transferred to Georgia State University and really started to work to make a name for myself as DJ Thirsttrap.

DJ Thirsttrap , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

I have been a professional DJ for 7 years now. My brand has always been to cater and curate a amazing vibe for all of my clients. Whether it be in the club, Wedding, social event or even just a private event. I am to create a vibe and a memorable movement for the guest.

Currently right now I am working with a great team of DJs “The Rotation Movement”. Along with the DJsNeedLoveTooShow Team. To bring a new image to what people may or may not know about the DJ industry.

As a DJ I try not to play what a person my think is coming next. I always want the crowed to be expecting something different.
The hardest part to me is that it’s so much music in this world. So i can’t play everything I want or maybe even what the crowd may want. So I do a little of both.

Being a DJ in Atlanta isn’t easy. Most feel like they have to compete with you to win but what I have learnt is networking instead of competing got me 10x further than before.

In this industry networking is a major key. I plan on working my way to be that guy who knows majority of the people in the industry. I want to be that bridge for younger DJs to motivate them. I want them to see this as a real opportunity and not just a trend or something to do to be cool. I am here to spread the knowledge that wasn’t given to me when i first started off.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

The most rewarding aspect of being a DJ is when you work hard enough you can end up in rooms with some of your favorite artist & celebrates. You get to travel to states and countries you never imagine seeing. All of this while being able to party. You can’t get no better than that.

In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?

Society is big on following waves. From friends to family we see it all the time. They show more support to major artists than to the friend who they known for years. I feel the whole aspect of clout and being cool needs to change. Lets support these artist, Producer, DJ, etc not because its the cool thing to do but because we really love the content that they are releasing. Break the norm of society.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam_djthirsttrap/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/IamDJThirstTrap
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCgUG16p8mZdi3TtUvhx3JwA
• Other: TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTR5rerj1/

Image Credits
@visualsbyvic_ @selfmade_guy