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  • Brooklyn, NY
  • United States
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When's your Birthday?
August 26
About yourself
Soulful House DJ - I just play the music that makes me move and others seem to like it as well. Fell in love with house music in my 40's and became a dj as a result. Love all genres of house, especially gospel house music.

Here's the story for those who are not familiar with it, lol..Oh, No....lol...I thought it just might inspire someone out there to go ahead and follow their dream and if it inspires just one person than my job is done....

So here's my story (the shortened version)... the long one is on Myspace:)

One evening, I went to a club after many, many years of being a stay-at-homer, and heard housemusic being played. It was classic house music but I used to dance to this when it first came out and didn’t know they had given it a name.

Thought it was TOO fast at first but after going back a few more times, I began to look forward to it and eventually was able to dance through more than one song after I gave in to the fact that I was going to sweat. Looking cute and dancing to house don’t mix.

Wasted money buying house cds - found a few that had nice mixes but the rest were very disappointing. Discovered Erick Morillo and Bad Boy Bill mixes. They have good mixes you never get tired of hearing.

Went shopping with my sis for cds and walked into this store that was selling record players. Didn’t know they still made them. Haven’t seen one of those since the Jackson 5 were together.

We went downstairs to the cd section and they had VINYL records - and a huge selection of HOUSE on Vinyl:))). I walked out of there with the record player and some records -with no idea of how I was going to hook this stuff up.

Finally, had someone else hook it up to the stereo system and I made tapes - recording one record at a time. Slow process but I was happy.....

After a while, I wanted to make cds - so I bought a cd recorder and hooked it up to the record player. I was happy....... but I wanted to make mixed cds so I can enjoy it nonstop.

Shortly after, bought a "DJ-in-a-Box"----- Eventually, I learned to mix (lots of tears and frustration). I must give a special thanks, to my son, the young men in the records shops, and friends who were patient and answered my questions with a straight face, showed me how to find the beat, gave me lots of demonstrations and assured me that I wouldn’t electrocute myself if I removed the headshell without turning EVERYTHING off......... I was clueless - but I was going to mix enough to make my cds......

In a year’s time, I was ready for the Technics and speakers and so on. I’ve been playing in my livingroom for the last 5 years, collecting house music (mostly, the classics), exploring deep house (discovered Kenny Bobien, BeBe Winans, CeCe Rogers, Big Moses, Kerri Chandler and Chance (she sounds like Aretha Franklin - no lie), gospel house, disco house, hard house, latin house, some freestyle and trance and then branching out and trying r&b, hiphop, etc.

Just recently started playing in public and I am enjoying the experience. I’ve always been very shy so this was a BIG accomplishment.

The first night, I was so nervous that I played everything off beat and dripped sweat until I couldn’t see. I would have disappeared if it was possible :))) But I came back (with a towel) and pretended I was in my home, with my disco light going, and playing for myself. It worked (after a few more times)..

I started doing this at the age of 42 which proves that you are never too old to try anything (except maybe breakdancing....)

When I first started my DJ Journey, there were lots of smirks, laughs and comments about "mid-life" crisis ...... even now..... but if you want something or feel something bad enough you will find a way to do it in spite of the naysayers and sometimes you just have to be your own cheerleader.
Which of the following best describes you?
Internet Radio Personality, Club DJ, Podcaster
Where do you live?
Brooklyn
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Sounds of Beautiful Women - Part 5 - Now available on www.djrenay.libsyn.com

SOUNDS OF BEAUTIFUL WOMEN - PART 5
Download on www.djrenay.libsyn.com

This is the mix from my set on Sounds of Beautiful Women - Part 5 (a series featuring women djs) - hosted by DJ Dat Gurl aka Curly on www.axiomonline.tv on March 4th.

Part of a series featuring women djs. If you missed the show, it is still available for viewing at this link... http://axiomonline.tv/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=946&Itemid=54

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Posted on March 12, 2009 at 11:50am —

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PLAYLIST CAN FOUND AND DOWNLOADED AT WWW.DJRENAY.LIBSYN.COM

If you like the mixes you are hearing on the page, stop by www.djrenay.libsyn.com or click on the titles of the left side of the page and it will take you there. You can also subscribe through ITUNES.
Just go the ITUNES STORE and type dj renay in the Search bar. It will bring up two podcasts.
DJ Renay's Soulful House Sessions is the correct one and it will give you an option to subscribe.

Posted on January 21, 2009 at 2:39pm —

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Interview with DJ Renay 2nite at 8pm EST on Friday Night Rhythms with DJ Seaniemo

Hi,

I hope everyone had a safe and Happy New Year.

Please tune in Friday, January 2, 2009, 8pm EST to Friday Night Rhythms w/DJ Seaniemo on the S.T.O.R.M. My latest house mix will be played in addition to the interview. Talented songstress Dominque Howard will also be featured along with her latest track.

The site is www.spokentruthshow.ning.com or blogtalkradio.com/spokentruth

Take care and may 2009 bring you all that you need, want and dream.

DJ Renay
www.myspace.com/djrenay
www.djrenay.l… Continue

Posted on January 2, 2009 at 8:08pm —

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www.djrenay.libsyn.com

If you like any of the mixes you hear on my page you can download them at www.djrenay.libsyn.com.
Also, SUPAMixx 4 will be posted on the podcast today...the fourth collaboration between DJ Tommyfixx of Atlanta and I. This time the focus will be on hard hitting, edgy house music. Guaranteed to get you moving. Enjoy and check out www.djrenay.libsyn.com. There are over 50 mixes posted so far..just click on the calendar on the right to see previous postings..

Take care and have a great week!

Posted on September 29, 2008 at 7:37am —

DJ Renay

New "Soulful House Celebration Mix" on www.djrenay.libsyn.com

"SOULFUL HOUSE CELEBRATION" on www.djrenay.libsyn.com

This mix has that element of "New York" house...New tracks with that New York "baby powder on the floor" vibe...Enjoy!

You can also find me at www.myspace.com/djrenay.

Posted on July 4, 2008 at 1:19am —

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At 5:38pm on January 18, 2010, LARRY STERiO McPHAIL Sr. said…
Hey I have been hiding In The STUDIO, and Doin' what I have been away from for Soooo Long & that Is Making House Music!Well I'll be In Here A lot More & I'll be making sure you hear the Best That I'm Made Of.
Have A " Happy- Nappy New Year,And May God Keep You In His Grasp and Make You Welcome Unto Him"...Larry " IzzUKaZy-STERiO" , Small_WONDER Boys."
At 11:49am on November 19, 2009, SHARON J. said…

At 3:29pm on October 31, 2009, Ellen said…
Hi Renay
I am passing by to say hello and check out your always wonderful tracks,
Have a fantastic weekend:)
Wishing you continued success and Blessings
Ellen
At 11:39am on October 31, 2009, Muv2luv said…
Sorry for the late reply...we still have our sessions every thursday @ chelsea studios 151 w. 26st. btw 6th & 7th ave from 9-11pm..the studios changes every week but ask for me ( lisa) and your more than welcome to come and watch....starting late november i will start my own personal classes.....tues ( late sessions ) saturdays ( afternoon sessions) this day is focus on getting your cardio and reducing the tension in your body....
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At 1:17am on October 15, 2009, Robb Digga said…
Whats up Renay my name is Robb, I love your story,& ythe backgruond mix. Ive been in the house scene for a long time. My 1st time was the LOFT @ 99 Prince St ,1981 . House music has been a very positive part of my life @ Im glad you found happiness in what you do..


Peace and Blessings

Robb
At 11:48pm on September 15, 2009, alkh3myst said…
You're spoiling us, you keep coming up with new mixes! Happy belated Birthday. I've been out of touch ever since I hurt my knee. It was a lot worse than it seemed at first. Rehabbing it has been a lot of work. It's great to see you throwin' em down.
At 6:27am on August 26, 2009, Sandi said…
Wishing you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY today!
At 8:01am on August 22, 2009, 111 East Digital Radio said…
We are always looking for DJ's for our radio show. Do you have any samples of your mixes? We would be interested in hearing your work!
At 10:32am on June 6, 2009, Eddie Sea said…
Greetings from Chicago! Checkout My Smooth Underground Sound!
Real Music For Real People!!!!!
 
 

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