Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Weber State University

As a Latin Dj in Utah it is an honor when I get to participate in Hispanic Celebration events. I recently had the privilege to work with the Diversity and Inclusion Program at Weber State University, hosting the virtual closing celebration party of a week-long schedule highlighting Hispanic culture. My focus was to make this virtual party as lively as possible and ensure that even though we were separated by distance, everyone still felt connected. Because of the diverse, multicultural nature of this event, I was able to rely on my large inventory of music to make sure I had current hits, classics, and even some nostalgic pieces included in my playlist. Some throwbacks for the night included a television novela theme song and a Spanish kids cartoon jingle that really sparked surprise and excitement.

Events in the times of Covid-19 may be a little different, but there is no reason they can’t still be fun! As a Latin DJ in Utah playing the best music in Spanish and English, I love finding new ways to challenge myself and make every event the best it can be. Weddings, quinceañeras, and even virtual college parties can all be successful and fun with the right partner DJ.

Hispanic Heritage with Weber State University

Latin Summer Wedding at the Milcreek Inn

Summer Utah weddings are beautiful and fresh, especially up Millcreek Canyon where you’ll find the Millcreek Inn nestled up the tree-lined twists and turns of the mountain. I had the pleasure of entertaining for a wedding over the summer with a mix of both english and spanish music. As a latin dj in utah, this is my favorite way to play, mixing music from two different cultures and seamlessly blending them together. Utah latin weddings, where the latin dj gets to play both spanish and top 40 music give you the best of both worlds and bring the biggest amount of energy to the party. The Millcreek Inn provided a magical mountain backdrop for all of this to take place. I love being a latin dj that can make both your hispanic side of the family and the american side party and dance together all night long.

Latin Wedding at the Milcreek Inn

Dj Drew Featured on the Australia's own Pan Con Queso Mixshow

I was recently featured in a podcast based out Australia called the Pan con Queso mixshow. This show features some of Australia’s best Latin DJs and guests from around the world. If you’re looking for something fun to drive to, run, workout with or have a party to, check out the mix! Thank you again to DJ Asado for the feature on the Pan Con Queso Mixshow.

Pan Con Queso

Dj Drew Featured on Miami's "El Calor de Miami" Mixshow Podcast

I was recently featured in a podcast based out of Miami called El Calor de Miami Mixshow podcast. This show features the Miami area’s hottest DJs and guests from around the world. If you’re looking for something fun to drive to, run, workout with or have a party to, check out the mix! Thank you again to DJ LX for the feature on the El Calor De Miami mixshow.

El Calor De Miami Mixshow Podcast

Dj Drew and the first gig "back"

After Utah’s shutdown back in March, I didn’t play an in-person gig for 5 months. In my 15 years of DJing, that was the longest gap I’d ever had. It was bittersweet to be back. I was glad to be in front of a crowd again, but it was certainly different this time. My first event “back” was with Salt Lake Power Yoga at their weekly summertime Yoga on the Plaza at the Gateway in mid-July. We kept our distance, I wore my mask, and everyone stayed 6 feet apart. It was a beautiful thing that we could get together safely even in these conditions. Hope we get back to it soon.

Follow Salt Lake Power Yoga to keep up with their weekly events. Gateway mall too.

Dj Drew's weekly Saturday night party!

Every Saturday night you can catch me djing live on Instagram Live, and more recently now on Twitch! I know many still want to party and have a good time, so I’ve created a place so that anyone can do that from the safety and comfort of their own home.

Each week, find me live-streaming on Saturday nights at 9PM mountain time playing the best in Latin and Top 40 tracks all live in the mix from Salt Lake City, Utah.

Follow me on Instagram and Twitch to stay connected. For questions like what is Twitch? Click here to learn more.


Weddings and new regulations in 2020

Now trending in 2020, micro weddings! That was really an email I received about weddings recently. Geez. Of course things very different from what we expected this year to be, and the hardest part is rules for events continue to change as time goes on. As of June 10th, 2020, here are a few of the rules that Salt Lake County has implemented and recommended for private events.

  1. Make sure the venue has filled out the attestation form and submitted to their county.  Have the attestation form on display at the venue for guests to see.

  2. Maintain social distancing of households at ceremonies and meals meaning everything is assigned seating.

  3. No passed apps or cocktails.

  4. Dance floors are OK, but discouraged due to inability to maintain social distance.  One solution is to have a basket of masks by the dance floor for guests to use. Another option is to use multiple dance floors.

  5. There will likely be no changes to event guidelines when the state moves from yellow to green.

  6. The chance of moving from yellow to orange is slim and would only happen if our hospitals no longer had capacity.

  7. Guests need to assume responsibility for their own health and the health departments are not interested in policing and breaking up events.

Please visit https://coronavirus.utah.gov/utah-leads-together/or this provides guidelines by Risk and business type https://coronavirus.utah.gov/business/workplace-resources/. COVID-19 Event Planning Template: https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/COVID_19_Event_Planning_Template.pdf for the pdf, OR the website it is found is at https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/covid-19-cultural-resources/ and then go to State of Utah COVID-10 Event Planning Template.

I can’t wait until we go back to a safe “normal” for weddings and events. I know many in the Salt Lake City area are ready to return to having the family gathered at our beautiful wedding venues with djs that get your guests going!

Chamorro-Leon Wedding at River Bottoms Ranch in Midway 2019

Ritmo Latino has a brand new website!

If you’ve been following the weekly Ritmo Latino radio show, THANK YOU! It’s been on for nearly a year now, and has a BRAND NEW website where you can learn about all of the djs, listen to mixes, and stay up to date on what’s new. Check it out at www.RitmoLatinoX.com

Ritmo Latino Website

Dj Drew Featured on Latino Music Lab Podcast

New Year's Eve at Montage Deer Valley, Park City, Utah

Had the opportunity to dj at Montage Deer Valley for New Years Eve 2020, such a blast! From start to finish it was high energy dance party, it was an awesome experience for all in attendance. Check out my posted mix on my music section to listen to my live dj mix.

Alegria Night Club in Long Beach, California

Alegria Nightclub in Long Beach, California is a little gem on Pine Avenue. Alegria Nightclub is an awesome little restaurant during the day and a nightclub at night. Djing here at Alegria Nightclub was an awesome experience, would love to be back and dj. Check out Alegria Nightclub if you’re in the Long Beach, California area.

Christmas Parties

Corporate christmas events are always a lot of fun. This one was more of a christmas party at a residence, so more of a private event. Djing this was a blend of classic christmas into high energy dance party. This event was a lot of fun to dj at in Sandy, Utah.

Fulanito!

Fulanito is an incredible artist full of energy and puts on one amazing show! if you ever get the opportunity to see them live I highly recommend it, and not just because i’ve djed for them. They are amazing in person, and great people. Check them out for sure.

Ogden Weddings

Weddings in ogden are a lot of fun. There are many great placed to get married including the Copper Nickel and The Venue. Both venues are great and have a great staff. Djing at both spaces presents beautiful opportunities as both spaces each have their own unique look and feel. As a wedding dj in ogden these venues are a lot of fun to play at and have great energy.

Mountain West Cider

Dia De Los Muertos is an awesome event hosted annually at Mountain West Cider. Last year was a bit cold, but a lot of fun with the people that came out and enjoyed the night. A lot of fun for sure. To Dj the Dia De Los Muertos event as a latin dj at Mountain West Cider was a blast.

Private Events

Pray for Snow parties are a fun event celebrating the start of the ski season in Utah! For the past 3 years i’ve had the privilege of djing at an intimate pray for snow party in millcreek/cottonwood heights. Such a fun time with a diverse group of people all aiming to have a great time and get some snow to arrive in Utah for the ski season. Love djing at this event.