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Ah, the 1980s club vibes—pure nostalgia for me mixing this. Picture this: me, spinning those mixes like a possessed DJ, channeling the spirit of every neon-lit light firing across the floor. Now, presenting "Live from My World," my masterpiece of raw live music and a video, crafted with blood, sweat, and 14 renderings (or was it 15? Who's counting?) on that video. Sure, the video has a couple of hiccups, but hey, Ron, we gave it our all, didn't we? Honestly, I feel good. 

Here I am in my 60s, still rocking with total clarity, determination, and drive like a rock star. Decades of talent? Check. I found myself. Double check. Sure, life threw me a curveball with illness, and some days it's like trying to find wall carpeting in my own existence. But you know what? I found me. This spirit, this entity—it’s who I am, and it’s thriving. The flesh may be a bit crap, but this is what material flesh is supposed to do. Now and then, it can be really bad, but that’s just fine. We’ve got the music, the memories, and the will to keep dancing.

Music has a profound and transformative impact on the soul, often described as a tantric experience. It has the power to elevate one's state of being, creating harmony and balance in life. For many, music serves as a vital source of energy and inspiration, enhancing their ability to function and thrive. When life feels incomplete or unfulfilled, music fills the void for me, offering me solace and a sense of completeness to the soul. Its ability to connect with emotions and provide comfort makes it an essential element in navigating the challenges of life.  -Ron

 Book of Ron. Chapter 1:5 - 6.

5. - "And thou shall delight in music, all your days." 

6. - And then the lord god spoke also saying, " Humans will only ever need 3 things, in this mortal life to have a happy fulfilling life.

1. Food

2.Shelter

3. And pair of loudspeakers

 The Mix is of - Doug E Fresh - The Show which I produced in 2005. Back in 1985, The Get Fresh Grove song dropped that lit up the dance floor, and there I was, DJing with my buddy Mike—whom we affectionately dubbed Magic Mike (no relation to Channing Tatum, unfortunately). Mike unleashed a freestyle mix over this track that was so epic, it practically melted the turntables, and people's minds.    

Mike, was more than a friend; he was my DJ sensei, teaching me the ropes while I humbly soaked it all in. No egos here—just a burning desire to learn, create, and get people dancing until there feet begged for mercy. This is my ode to the good old days, to friendship, and to freestyle mixes that made you feel alive.    

Freestyle mixing was an art and a workout rolled into one. It demanded lightning-fast reflexes and endless practice. Forget counting phrases—this was about pure instinct and rhythm. As time went on, you’d figure out which tracks vibed together and which ones were like oil and water. Sure, there were hiccups—speed often trumped precision, and mistakes were part of the charm. You should hear one or two in this mix of mine. Mike my friend never had a perfect freestyle set on this song. I think as long as your making 90% of it work. People are just loving it.   

My mixes for this set were a cocktail of Parliament bangers like "Flashlight" and unexpected samples like Missy Elliot. "The Show" by Doug E. Fresh was the backbone, with layers of tracks cascading over it. In the ’80s, pulling this off felt like wizardry.  Fast forward 20 years, I stumbled across "The Show" in my well-preserved music collection, and nostalgia hit me like a bass drop. Could I still pull off a freestyle mix after all these years? Challenge accepted. Armed with my old tracks and a stubborn determination, I set out to recreate the magic. After what felt like a marathon of 200 takes, I finally nailed it with just a few hiccups. Presenting: DJRON’s freestyle mix featuring Doug E. Fresh’s "The Show." Crank it up and let the memories dance! 

The remix was a masterpiece of dedication and sheer musical madness. It took countless hours of recording and sampling the original track, then I organized all that madness into —around 12 separate layers meticulously crafted in a multilayer music software. Each layer was lovingly hand-placed, like a sonic jigsaw puzzle, to create this remix of Cameo's "Word Up." Weeks of blood, sweat, and coffee-fueled nights went into it. 

Now, the actual transition from "Word Up" to "Jam on It"? Oh, just a humble table-to-table mix, simple enough—until you hear the hang time. That glorious, gravity-defying hang time! It was so smooth and seamless, it felt like the tracks were holding hands and skipping down a musical meadow. Honestly, I think it might have been the longest hang time I've ever heard between two songs, like a DJ's version of an Olympic long jump. Truly, a moment to savor!

 This mix was a labor of love, clocking in at a glorious 39 minutes of pure 1980s magic. Sadly, the internet gods demanded a sacrifice, so I had to trim it down to a snack-sized 13 minutes for uploading.    

Brace yourself for a nostalgic rollercoaster of beats, featuring classics like Soul Sonic Force's "Planit Rock," "Play at Your Own Risk," and a whole lot more. Many of these tracks were given my special remix touch before being woven into this mix. Back in the day, these tunes ruled the dance floors, and now they’re here to spark memories and get your feet tapping once again. Hope you enjoy the trip down memory lane—and maybe even recognize a few favorites. Cheers, DJRON.    

Rocking the beat for 47 years as a DJ. I began at 14 years old. By 16 was working as a DJ at a roller-skating rink. By 18 I was mixing live bands in bars. At19 I was working in FM Radio. By 21 I had more experience and work than most people my age. I began working concerts to fashion shows as an audio guy. I can do anything in this field. I literally have done it all.  

 Buggs strikes again! I rediscovered my collection of "My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult," and it’s been such a joy to hear those tracks once more. Back in the day, I put together these mixes for nightclubs. One particular alternative club had an amazing crowd—friendly, supportive, and understanding whenever I slipped up on a mix. 

  Mixing alternative music was such a blast, and it took real dedication to master the art of blending alternative rock, goth, and industrial tunes seamlessly.  Most DJs I listened to in the 1990s spent their nights talking on the mic and running basic segues. Not Ron. I hated the talking—it ruined the energy—and I loved mixing, which was the real source of energy. It was a huge contrast hearing me play alternative music at a club compared to what most clubs DJs were offering. 

 Here we go again, folks. 

These tracks hit so hard that watching the dance floor for any wild behavior became a full-time gig. I loved spinning those intense beats that hit people right in the feels. But let’s be real, while most were grooving and having a blast without turning into the clown of the party, a few let the bass drop directly on their common sense. Still, mixing these songs was an absolute joy.   And of course, add alcohol to the mix, and you can always count on stupidity to show up in style, dressed to impress and ready to steal the spotlight. Classic.  

That’s part of the fun, I guess—or at least some of the ridiculous memories I reflect on from my spot in the DJ booth. Now my DJ booth is my chair, and my equipment is my rig. My ears aren’t what they used to be, and neither are my eyes. But I’ve found myself, and guess what? I still rock.  

Quick story the song Ministry "So, what" got me fired. My owner came running into the booth never hearing Ministry the band ever before, went nuts. Pulled the song on a full dance floor. I walked out I couldn't believe his temper, then my crowd walked. This owner now realizing he is open for 3 more hours came pushing his way past the crowds that were leaving the club. Yells "BUGGS! Come back." And so, I did. We never had the same relationship, and I was told to watch what I am playing in "his" night club. That night he realized who had the power there. That changed his entire perspective about me. He decided a less popular and less capable DJ was a better fit for the club. He knew he could put on a CD and kick out DJ average and not one customer is going to leave. Unfortunately for him by replacing me he lost a lot of people then closed in a year due to no sales. "So, What!" 

  Greetings, Amigos—only the cool ones, of course. Just a quick note to show I'm an old-school dude who knows his stuff. Also, never ever underestimate a rabbit! My DJ journey began eons ago, self-taught and soaking up tricks from others. Software, hardware, audio gear—you name it, I’ve mastered it. My music library? Gargantuan. 

I started as Ron, and DJRon became my moniker. 😏  Then came the '90s. Picture me spinning in alternative clubs, and bam! People started calling me BUGGS—like Bugs Bunny. 

Why? My girlfriend gave me a Bugs Bunny car sticker, which I proudly slapped on my driver’s side panel. It was epic. From that day, I was DJBUGGS, but OGs know I was DJRON first. Mixing has always been my jam.  In 2001, I paid for some sweet software called Acid Pro—game-changer. It was at the time I was teaching, and my students were not being offered anything Audio in a multimedia program. So, I fit it my syllabus.   

I loved crafting loops, hundreds of them in Acid! Sadly, those songs I made for my students are lost to time, and Acid Pro went extinct on my system decades ago. Today, I tried free software. It’s... meh. Built-in loops feel restrictive, and my loop library? Useless. Still, I spent 10 hours figuring it out and creating something new. It’s not the best track ever, but hey, after 15 years of not seeing this kind software or doing this, I’m proud. Well, not proud. I wish it were better. One day maybe I'll be proud because it will be way better than this.  

Cheers, Friends! 

 Hi friends, DJBUGGS here! 

 Let me tell you, this song was what I’d call a real beast—hard and super technical. It’s all about the way the beat is structured. You know those tracks with that mind-blowing beat? The kind that’s just a little different, that extra touch of coolness that wouldn’t work in any other song. Yeah, it’s like that.  

What I aim to do is stick within the artist’s musical universe. Even if I’m mixing one of their other tracks, there’s a certain vibe musicians create with their sound and that becomes unique. Sometimes that similar sound meshes so much better. You get it, right? This isn’t exactly a walk in the park.  Now, here comes the big revelation: the song length. Bathroom break! Every DJ knows the secret—use the remix with that long song. Keep them handy for those “emergency” moments. This trick works best in a nightclub where you’ve got the key to the DJ booth. But let’s face it, we all need a breather, grab a drink, and hit the bathroom before diving back into another four-hour session.

Have fun everyone. 

 This is all just for fun, nothing serious here. True intelligence, after all, can laugh at the absurd. I still remember when this song came out—college radio stations brave enough to play it turned it into such a "family-friendly" version that all the humor was lost. And no DJ was allowed to say "cock" on the air. But make no mistake, it's pure comedic gold. When the "Revolting Cocks" made it, they were just having a blast. No deep messages, no hidden meanings—just absurdity for the sake of fun. They took sayings from TV and movies and created what I think is a seriously genius song. This is the remake of the original. Which I added a bit of magic too. It is harder core than the original. One of the lyrics in the original was "Texas is a place to hang 'em high," referencing Clint Eastwood and the movie "Hang 'Em High," which was filmed in Texas. It's ridiculous, and that's exactly the point! If the song struck a chord with you, you might want to retune your instrument because it's completely out of tune.   Have fun, everyone.