DJ handle: DeadBiscuits
What it means: After hours spent thinking
of a name, I felt DeadBiscuits would
suffice.
Real name: Daniel Scott Dickson
What I play: Slow electronic/dubstep
Catch me at: House parties
Upcoming shows: Dickson Household
on Aug. 16 in Greensboro, Black Beach
House on Aug. 20 in Figure Eight Island,
Chi Phi House on Aug. 25 in Athens, Ga.
Got in the game: Earlier this year after
a trip to the UK where I discovered the
dub-step music scene.
Why I do it: I’ve always loved the idea
of feeding energy off to a crowd by
something you’ve created musically, it’s
a great feeling.
Influences: OTT, Caspa, Rusko, Lotus,
Crystal Method
First pro gig: At CFBGs with carribeUnk.
Studio work: I record my own work independently.
Favorite technique: Improvising dubstep
“wobbles” in remixes using MIDIs.
Signature mix: I am currently working on
a dubstep remix of “Ecstasy of Gold” from
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly movie.
Personal playlist: Umphrey’s McGee,
Disco Biscuits, OutKast, STS9
Favorite albums: Wu-Tang Clan — Enter
the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), The Beatles —
Revolver, Weezer — Weezer
My gear: I use Sony ACID on Mac and a
Yamaha PSR-282 MIDI
Best thing about playing the Triad: The
people are great and very supportive. I thank
all my fans and friends for their support.
Website: www.purevolume.com/deadbiscut
