The Remix
feat: DannyJones
with LVSHES
words by Danny Reyes
"The passion for music and drive for a happy and enjoyable life is what keeps us going."
Watch (and party with) DannyJones live tomorrow 7-8
On Thursday night, from 7 to 8 PM, you have the opportunity to support two of our own as they get one step closer to reaching their dreams. DannyJones is made up of Danny Reyes and Ryan Jones. Loveable, bro-y, party enthusiasts these two have been talking about playing music together for over a year and tomorrow you get to be there when they play their first set at PLAN.
We all have passions, we all have hopes, and we all have dreams and PLAN gives us a place to chase them, to learn and grow, and to most importantly be true to who we are. PLAN is an ever-evolving community of light artists, light lovers, a small stage for local up and coming DJs to mix at, PLURR Warriors to feel at home in, and place where those who love the rave scene can express themselves freely.
Over the months I’ve profiled DJs and glovers who exemplify what we are all about: acceptance, encouragement, and love. The Remix this week is about two guys who have the focus, the balls, and the drive to pursue theirs without fear, boundaries, or negativity get in their way.
What do you do for a living?
I manage a warehouse for an internet business called Earthlink. I also work promotional jobs for extra chedda. RJ works for a boating agency that chauffeurs seamen.
Hobbies?
We love producing music, listening to music, mixing music, and singing music in the shower (separately).
Where are you from?
I was born in Long Beach, California but was moved up here against my will when I was 5. I grew up in a tiny hick town called Ridgefield just north of Vancouver.
Where do you reside now?
I now reside in the beautiful city of Vancouver WA. RJ resides in the slums of Felida which is about 10 minutes north of Vancouver.
Where did your DJ name come from?
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| Photo Credit: merc photography |
Our DJ name came from days and days of persistent thought and imagination. One night we were thinking about it and it hit us. RJ said to me “Your name is Danny and my last name is Jones” and at the same time we knew that we knew. Thus DannyJones.
How many years young are you?
We’re both 26.
Cats or dogs?
If I can’t have catdog then dog.
This is your first show, how are your nerves?
We’re pretty chill. P.L.A.N has such a warm welcoming environment that no matter what happens people will be stoked and support us. Hopefully. It’s also knowing that our audience is made up of mostly our friends. We’re just really excited to show everyone what we’ve been working on for the last couple of months.
What can we expect Thursday?
The set that we'll be playing is a fusion of trap and future house. Or Future Trap House. We're still in search of our signature sound but it will be along those same lines.
What sets you and Ryan apart from other DJs?
We’re always thinking of new and creative ways to mix different styles of music.
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How much is DJing a part of your life?
DJing has been a huge part of our lives for the last couple months. When you’re just starting out there is a lot of information and things to learn and if you want to come up fast, then you have to spend a lot of your time working on it.
How did you start DJing?
It all started about a year ago when RJ and I first met. I was over at his house for a party and we literally talked about music the entire night (sounds like love). We ultimately came to the conclusion that we should work on music together. It wasn’t until last June that we actually started doing anything though. I had just gotten back from EDC and was riding an overwhelming feeling of motivation to get started. RJ ended up leaving for Paradiso the following weekend and that’s when I borrowed his DJ equipment. I ended up going ape shit on Youtube videos for 3 straight days and have been working on it since.
What kept you going?
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| Ryan & Danny |
The passion for music and drive for a happy and enjoyable life is what keeps us going.
Where do you take inspiration from?
We get inspired by all of the up-and-coming local DJs. A lot of them are very talented and seeing them makes us work harder to be where they’re at and beyond.
What do you hope your first PLAN set will go like?
I’m hoping we make it through the whole set without screwing up. It would also be rad if we had a ton of people getting down on the dance floor.
What hypes you up while performing?
Seeing people lose themselves to the music. We also just get hyped from the music we’re playing.
What’s the best thing someone can do after?
Best thing someone can do is offer us another gig to play.
The worst?
Worst thing someone could do is tell us they don’t like Sweet Baby Rays.
What’s up next for you?
RJ and I are getting an apartment with another friend of ours next month and we’ll be focusing a lot of time on producing and creating new mixes. Overall just becoming better musicians. Hopefully we’ll play at another P.L.A.N.I started my own track about 3 weeks ago. I've been working on it everyday while simultaneously learning more about music production. The more I learn the more I add to the track. When creating it I had no idea what the final sound would be, what its turned shows me what kind of music my mind wants to create and reflects where I am at in my life. It also shows me that through hard work and dedication you can make huge strides in a little amount of time.
What is the best advice you ever got?
Just get up there and have fun.
What is an event like? We know you want to go--squash any nerves you have by reading what we're all about (good vibes and great times). See you tomorrow party people!
-LVSHES
