BEST DJ NOMINEES 2022
Jake Hadden
From House to Hiphop, Latin to Pop and everything in between. Jake's wide breadth of musical knowledge allows for on the spot changes with every crowd.
Jimmy Rock
James Larrick, known professionally as JIMMY ROCK, is an American DJ, electronic producer and songwriter. Based outside of Cleveland, Ohio - Jimmy has performed at a variety of events nationwide including the NBA All-Star Weekend (Cleveland 2022), and at both public & private events featuring Machine Gun Kelly, Shaquille O’Neal, Megan Fox, Guy Fieri, Martha Stewart, Baker Mayfield, The Cleveland Browns and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. JIMMY ROCK signed with Good City Music (Fort Lauderdale, FL) in February 2021 as a music producer and songwriter. In 2020, he released his World Of Drops EP debuting at the 112th position on iTunes Dance Charts. JIMMY ROCK’s debut EP features a variety of artists such as Fern of Social Club Misfits, Steven Malcolm, Pettidee and Egypt Speaks. The highly energetic lead single “Won’t Stop” (featuring Fern & Steven Malcolm) has been added to regular rotation on radio stations across the globe. JIMMY ROCK was chosen as TunedUp’s “Artists To Watch - 2021 Edition” and has been featured on New Release Today, Nashville Unsigned, Where’s The Vibe and Trackstarz. Since his 2020 debut Jimmy went on to release Summer Vibes EP (released under Good City Music, 2021) featuring the lead single “Rage” (featuring P.O.D. lead singer Sonny Sandoval), multiple stand-alone singles featuring Marty (of Social Club Misfits), KJ-52, DJ Mykael V, 1k Phew, Reyer, Joe Maz (Beyonce, Adele, Ty Dollar $ign) and Emasound. To-date, Jimmy has garnered over half a million Spotify streams. Outside of producing original music, Jimmy also has an extensive library of official and bootleg remixes with artists Kanye West, Marc Anthony, Skillet, Elvis Crespo, Black Eyed Peas, Lecrae, Justin Bieber and Family Force 5 - which opened the door for him to be an exclusive content creator at UGM Digital. Since his debut, JIMMY is a multi-nominee for “Best DJ” and has opened for worldwide acts such as Kings of Leon, Lecrae, Bubba Sparxxx, NF, Styles & Complete, Skillet, Mr. Talkbox, Andy Mineo, NF, Social Club Misfits, Mr. Collipark and Family Force 5. JIMMY ROCK has toured the world performing in countries such as Kenya, Colombia, and Canada and cities across the United States such as; San Diego, Miami, New York City, Universal Studios Orlando, Las Vegas, Soldier Field in Chicago, Detroit, Nashville and Columbus. Not stopping there, Jimmy also has made his rounds in the corporate world doing events for iconic brands such as; IBM, Beats By Dre, Volkswagen, NBA, Alibaba Group, CVS Pharmacy, North American International Auto Show, Formula 1, and Emirates. Connect with JIMMY ROCK: facebook.com/jimmyrockmusic twitter.com/jimmyrockmusic instagram.com/jimmyrockmusic YouTube.com/jimmyrockmusic https://linktr.ee/jimmyrock
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DJ Smoov is one of America’s most in-demand DJ talents, performing all over the country as one of the most sought after DJ’s for private events and hottest nightclubs. The Smoov brand is known for his amazing open format sets that he delivers night in and night out, always pushing the bar evolving creativity and skill set to maximize the “Smoov experience”.
Smoov has spun private events for some of the most prominent celebrities, brands, and companies including LeBron James (NBA), Jimmy Fallon (late night host), 50 Cent(artist), Nicki Minaj (artist), James Harrison (NFL), Rockmond Dunbar (actor), Audio Technica (usa) NBC Network, 5/3 Bank, Victoria’s Secret, Next Clothing, Macys, just to name a few.
His talents have also earned him the opportunity to perform on Grammy award winning Bruno Mars 24k Magic World Tour on select tour dates. Working with many other artists as the opening DJ for their shows at concert venues all over the country.
2014 Smoov won Spinfest DJ Competition against 25 other DJs based on mixing, scratching and creativity. Earning a trip to New Orleans to perform at Masquerade Nightclub where he was booked multiple times after he performed to establish a residency.
He also donates his talents to multiple charities, helping organizations raise money for a variety of worthy causes. Working with many schools to provide his amazing talents to school functions and being a great role model for children!
Smoov has spun private events for some of the most prominent celebrities, brands, and companies including LeBron James (NBA), Jimmy Fallon (late night host), 50 Cent(artist), Nicki Minaj (artist), James Harrison (NFL), Rockmond Dunbar (actor), Audio Technica (usa) NBC Network, 5/3 Bank, Victoria’s Secret, Next Clothing, Macys, just to name a few.
His talents have also earned him the opportunity to perform on Grammy award winning Bruno Mars 24k Magic World Tour on select tour dates. Working with many other artists as the opening DJ for their shows at concert venues all over the country.
2014 Smoov won Spinfest DJ Competition against 25 other DJs based on mixing, scratching and creativity. Earning a trip to New Orleans to perform at Masquerade Nightclub where he was booked multiple times after he performed to establish a residency.
He also donates his talents to multiple charities, helping organizations raise money for a variety of worthy causes. Working with many schools to provide his amazing talents to school functions and being a great role model for children!