We were lucky to catch up with DJ Kimmy K recently and have shared our conversation below.

DJ Kimmy, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Has your work ever been misunderstood or mischaracterized?

Being misunderstood as a female DJ in a competitive male-dominated market can be a frustrating and discouraging experience. Many people still hold outdated stereotypes and biases about women in music, assuming that they are less skilled or less serious than their male counterparts. Female DJs often have to work harder to prove themselves and gain respect in the industry, facing challenges such as unequal pay, lack of representation, and discrimination. However, despite these obstacles, many women are breaking through and making their mark in the industry through their talent, hard work, and persistence. By challenging stereotypes and advocating for gender equality in the music industry, female DJs are paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive future. I continue to be example for other female DJs and so very grateful for all my clients that have helped us get representation and support and respect from my local Austin DJ community.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

“I am a very creative person, and DJing was literally a Godsend for me as I was studying to become a journalist before. I started in 1998 when I was in college in South Florida. I kept going to the job center looking for internships in journalism, but I was frustrated because there was nothing available. There was only one radio station that kept looking for interns. At the time, I didn’t know that this was my actual calling. I was young and would go to the mall on weekends, and the same radio station was always there looking for interns. One day, they called me over, and I said politely, ‘no thanks, I have a job, and I’m in school for journalism.’ But the next weekend, they called me over again, and I started to wonder if it was a sign from God. It turns out it was. I started in radio and learned from the DJs on vinyl by ear for hours until I bought my equipment. I learned by ear, and here I am 25 years later. In short, follow your heart and intuition. If you want to DJ, do it with your whole heart, and you will never go wrong.”

We’d love to hear the story of how you built up your social media audience?

“My social media consists of people I know, so I don’t have millions of followers. However, I do have actual clients, family, and friends. I know that sometimes I have been overlooked because I don’t have millions of followers, but I want to emphasize that you shouldn’t let that dictate your talents or stop you from pursuing your dreams.”

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

My resilience as a DJ is evident through my experience of breaking my hand in seven places, but still continuing to DJ by finding ways to hire assistants to help me. Additionally, I have faced judgment from male DJs and have had to stand my ground. Despite these challenges, I have managed to build my career on my own, with the occasional help when my hand was injured.”

Contact Info:

• Website: djkimmyk.com
• Instagram: djkimmyk
• Facebook: femaledjkimmyk
• Linkedin: djkimmyk
• Twitter: djkimmyk

Image Credits
Quiet Events, Madeline Grey Photography