DJ CLASH

Real name: Darren Jakasal
DJ Handle: DJ Clash
What I play: I play all types of music, old school and new school,
except heavy metal.
Catch me at: I play at the Center City on South Elm Street in
Greensboro and 1001 Spot in Winston-Salem.
Upcoming shows: In February, I will Be spinning in Charlotte with
Idrus Mummad of Real Talk, Inc.
Got in the game: In 1986 when I saw the Legend DJ Marley Marl spin
in the River Park.
Why you became a DJ: It’s been me since I saw Marley Marl spin in the
River park, watching people go wild to the hip hop and R&B sound.
Influences: DJ Marley Marl, DJ Smurf, Disco Twins, DJ Cash Money and
DJ Pete Rock.
First pro gig: I played at the Tunnel Night Club and the Underground.
Favorite technique: The blend, the crap, the back spin and the chop.
Personal playlist: Gospel and disco classics
Favorite albums: The one I worked on in the ’90s, LL Cool J’s
Mama Knock You Out and the Peaceful Journey LP with Heavy D.
My gear: Two Technics, a Denon DN-120, Acer Laptop and 17 external
hard drives.
Website: The Real DJ CLASH from Queensbridge on MySpace.
I’d like to add: Put God first in everything you do and everything
will add up right for you. Lastly I wanna thank a very supportive wife
named Codie.