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▪ What type of music? Juke /Footwork
▪ When did you first start? I started releasing music online at the age of 15. I’ve been into music since I was a child
▪ Why did you decide to start it? In my teenage years back in Chicago I always would throw parties with friends and all the locals in the city. I threw them so often that we needed a fresher sound to keep the energy more progressive then anybody else’s parties in the area. After years of good parties I decided to release music (2016 was my 1st release w/ label).
▪ Are you a solo Artist or part of group? I’m affiliated with Hyperdub/ Teklife . Starting my own Record company titled TakeOva Records
▪ What name do you go by? I go by DJ Jalen
▪ How did you come up with the name? Keep it simple so people can find the music without problems
▪ Who do you like to collaborate with? Mostly ppl who use analog instruments/equipment .
▪ Where do you play? Music Festivals, Colleges, Radio Stations, Clubs, various parties thru-out the country
▪ When are your upcoming shows? I have a tour for my e.p released (TakeOva Time) which dropped 4/20 tour started 4/26 and the latest date booked is 8/9
