VENESSA MICHAELS
Leading the scene as a producer, songwriter, and DJ, Los Angeles-based Venessa Michaels represents what it means to be a triple-threat. She is well known for her variety and genre blending of house, trance, melodic techno & club music.
AGENTS OF CHAOS
Experience the Sound
When did you start DJing?
18 years old
What track, moment, or influence changed everything for you? / What’s your biggest source of inspiration? (The one that made you say “this is it.”)
Hearing Heads Will Roll (A-Trak Remix), believe it or not. It's a classic at this point, but so fun and it was so powerful to me. Something definitely clicked.
Describe your sound or artistic style in 3 words.
Fun. Fast. Energy.
What’s your go-to outfit for a show? (Details, please.)
Big pants, crop top (or big shirt), sunglasses, boots or sneakers.
Do you dress to blend in or stand out? (And why?)
Stand out because why nottttttt! Its more fun that way
What’s one non-negotiable before you hit the stage? (A ritual, a snack, a moment?)
Checking my USB to make sure its not corrupt haha
One or two artist who are always in your sets or you always come back to for inspiration.
Lately its been Marlon Hoffstadt & Southstar
What inspires your style off-stage?(Street, vintage, trends, whatever.)
I just love a baggy fit. Something comfy always, especially when DJing! I realized a long time ago if you're comfy while you're spinning, then you can solely focus on the music and not be distracted by how you feel or look. Usually streetwear & different colors, or just whatever mood the day feels like is what inspires my style.
What do you wish more people understood about being a DJ? (Give us the real talk.)
You have to really be obsessed with this music to want to pursue it fully. Like a little out of your mind in love with the music and the culture behind it. It's definitely a rollercoaster of ups and downs, but the music will keep you in it if you really truly love it.
If your sound had a color, what would it be?(And why?)
Oh man this is tough. I think the color changes as it moves, or a holographic vibe
What do you represent?
The love of music and how it unites us.
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AOC
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