Episodes

  • Devin Hype

    Devin Hype
    Aug 20 2025
    When I first came across Devin Hype, I was walking through NAMM and saw him on stage showcasing his talents. I was just starting For The Rotation and knew that I wanted him on my show as a guest. A year later, I set a goal to ask as many DJs One Question for Inspiration. My question was, what is the one thing you have learned throughout your career that you can share with others on how to achieve their dreams? His answer was phenomenal and blew me away. You can find his answer on our YouTube Shorts or social media, but after capturing that moment, we exchanged information, and the rest is history. This episode is truly special and offers a wealth of knowledge. We will chronologically go through his life and milestones as you learn about the determination, mindset, inspiration, and consistency that can lead you to success. You also learn that it’s okay to not know where you are going, just as long as you continue to work in something you are passionate about. Join me as we dive deep into the life of Devin Hype and uncover how he did it all, For The Rotation!Guest: Devin Hypehttps://www.instagram.com/devinhype/https://www.youtube.com/@DevinHypehttps://www.tiktok.com/@devinhype⁠Booking Email: Bookings@Brok⁠eButTalented.comHost: Azhar "Ace" Haihttps://www.instagram.com/ac3hai/https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/https://www.instagram.com/any1canpodcast/Email: ace@fortherotation.comMusic: Adam Murakamihttps://www.instagram.com/frzafr/https://www.tiktok.com/@frzadjProduction Manager: Jack Monfortehttps://www.instagram.com/jackmonforte/Video Production Manager: Pablo Aguilarhttps://www.instagram.com/pabloaguilarstudio/https://www.tiktok.com/@pablitomasFor The Rotation Links:https://www.fortherotation.com/https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/https://www.youtube.com/@ForTheRotationhttps://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552192755579https://www.tiktok.com/@fortherotation/https://x.com/ForTheRotation/https://www.threads.net/@fortherotation/https://rumble.com/user/ForTheRotationhttps://open.spotify.com/show/01jzZerYauI7J0PrCqh5GQFor For The Rotation Merch Ad:https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/10% Off Code: FTR1Stand+ Shoes Ad:https://www.standshoes.com/15% Off Code: FTR1***Update: Offer is extended and has no end date***Anyone Can Podcast Ad:https://payhip.com/anyonecanpodcast/15% Off Code: FTR1Timestamps:(00:00) – Intro(01:30) – Falling in Love with Music(02:21) – Radio Obsession(03:19) – First “Decks"(05:09) – Skating Rink Era(06:32) – Fuel from Doubters(08:55) – First Personal Turntables at 21(11:48) – Ad – FTR Merch(12:18) – Why Scarcity Made Him Better(14:10) – Radio Tapes & Submissions(17:00) – Landing 99.1; Fired After 2 Months; Door Opens to Tour DJ Life(18:58) – Lighter Shade of Brown Touring 2015–2021(22:01) – Study Everything; “Make Your Own Luck”(24:57) – Mindset After Setbacks; Betting on Yourself(26:29) – Ad – Stand+ Shoes(27:26) – Reinvention; Targeting Yelawolf via Social Content(30:13) – Present Phase: Unsure by Design; Missing Live Energy vs. Content Fatigue & Post-Show “Come-Down”(36:27) – Coping with Lows: Acceptance, Letting Emotions Pass(37:27) – Using Social as a Timeline; “Suck Less” Over Time; Building Character/Look; 2022 Confidence Click(41:49) – From Fan to Peer: Beat Junkies/Icy Ice Stories; Becoming an “Active Character” in DJ Culture(43:21) – Ad – Anyone Can Podcast(44:22) – Defining Resilience: Not Giving Up; Drive from “Not Having”; Still Questioning, Still Moving(47:01) – Stepping into Production; Learning Curve(49:59) – Rejection & Motivation; Quick Ideas vs. Over-Produced Content(50:47) – Biggest Shift: Yelawolf Era; Wanting His Own Fans(53:41) – Giving Back to the Craft: Real DJing, Skill First; Evolving the Look/Persona with Intention(59:12) – Advice to Younger Self: Don’t Quit; Study the History, Respect the Roots(1:01:33) – Gratitude & “Next Phase”(1:02:09) – Outro
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • DJ WeirdoWithSoul

    DJ WeirdoWithSoul
    Apr 12 2025
    Last year, I had the opportunity to work with DJ WeirdoWithSoul on my stage, and I was blown away by her talent for captivating the audience with her mixing, presence, and song selection. During a brief conversation, I learned about her journey of becoming a DJ, and I knew I had to bring her on the podcast to share her inspiring story with all of you. This world-traveling DJ has a story that relates to anyone with a dream they desire to achieve. As we explore her journey, you will learn the power of investing in yourself and how she overcame obstacles with belief and persistence. She shares how she achieved goals with a "don't stop" mindset to create synchronicity and reveal her purpose. This episode shares the power of taking a difficult moment in your life to motivate you to drive toward your deepest desires and achieve your goals. Please subscribe to our channel and visit our website for more inspiration.Links to DJ WeirdoWithSoul:https://www.weirdowithsoul.com/https://www.instagram.com/weirdowithsoul/https://www.instagram.com/delasoundsofsa/⁠https://www.facebook.com/maya.milana ⁠https://x.com/WeirdoWithSoul⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@djweirdowithsoul⁠⁠https://youtu.be/j1hEYSBwMo4⁠⁠https://youtu.be/ozLH3-nBpGk⁠https://youtu.be/CvtlOZ5tqj8⁠⁠Timestamps:(00:00) - Intro (01:17) - Raised with House Music, I Play the Turntable, Working in PR(05:00) - This was the night, Synchronicity, Following the Sign(07:35) - Investing in Self, Post My Process, Finding My Mentor(11:17) - I Used My Time, Honed My Craft, I Trained My Muscle Memory(15:20) - I Practiced, The Calls Started Coming In, Public Relations(18:00) - Not In the Plan, Life Flow, Transition Through Synchronicity(21:20) - Putting Out The Energy, Be Intentional, Resilience(23:30) - The Journey was Difficult, Things Get Removed, Process & Accept(26:00) - Go Up & Out, Don't Wallow, I Pursued It(29:01) - Giving Back, Girls Make Beats, Best Feeling Ever(35:40) - What Comes Next, Curating My Own, Evolving(38:10) - Your Younger Self(42:00) - How Can You Find WeirdoWithSoul?, Unique(43:30) - OutroHost: Azhar "Ace" Hai⁠https://www.instagram.com/ac3hai/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/⁠Music: Adam Murakami⁠https://www.instagram.com/elfourza/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@elfourza⁠Production Manager: Jack Monforte⁠https://www.instagram.com/jackmonforte/⁠Video Production Manager: Pablo Aguilar⁠https://www.instagram.com/pabloaguilarstudio/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@pablitomas⁠Links to For The Rotation:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ForTheRotation⁠⁠https://www.fortherotation.com/⁠⁠https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552192755579⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fortherotation/⁠⁠https://www.snapchat.com/add/fortherotation/⁠⁠https://x.com/ForTheRotation/⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@fortherotation/⁠
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    44 mins
  • OG Rod Gee

    OG Rod Gee
    Apr 4 2025
    When I met OG Rod Gee a year ago, I briefly learned about his accomplishments and his knowledge of the radio broadcasting industry. Our conversation was short but impactful, and I knew he had a story that needed to be shared on For The Rotation. In this interview, you will learn about his transformative story and how your passion chooses you when you least expect it. He shares how a strong work ethic and openness to change and adaptation led him to become the video producer on a nationally syndicated show called "The Wake Up Show." Rod Gee is forever evolving and is a perfect example of what you can accomplish with a "can-do" mindset while holding yourself accountable. This episode will inspire you to dig deep into your desires and surface your passion to manifest the life of your dreams.Links to OG Rod Gee:https://www.ogrodgee.com/https://www.instagram.com/rodgee/⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ogrodgee⁠https://www.instagram.com/stillwateroldies/https://www.facebook.com/rodgee1https://x.com/rodgeehttps://www.twitch.tv/ogrodgeehttps://www.youtube.com/@Rodgeehttps://kick.com/ogrodgeeTimestamps:(00:00) - Intro (01:16) - 10,000 Records, Beat Street, Hip-Hop(05:09) - 4 Years Ago, Security, Electrophysiologist(08:13) - Sunday Basketball, Tangible, King Tech(13:25) - Little Tasks, Opportunities, The Transition(16:33) - The Passion Unfolds, The Camera, Video Production(19:40) - We Just Do, The Career Change, Sway Into Television(23:41) - I Owe It All To Hip-Hop, The DJ, Intimidation(26:41) - I Could Never Be A DJ, Stream Live, Accountable(28:10) - My DJ Life Changed, My Favorite DJ, Confidence(30:45) - Your Younger Self(32:30) - How To Find OG Rod Gee(34:41) - OutroHost: Azhar "Ace" Haihttps://www.instagram.com/ac3hai/https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/Music: Adam Murakamihttps://www.instagram.com/elfourza/https://www.tiktok.com/@elfourzaProduction Manager: Jack Monfortehttps://www.instagram.com/jackmonforte/Video Production Manager: Pablo Aguilarhttps://www.instagram.com/pabloaguilarstudio/https://www.tiktok.com/@pablitomasLinks to For The Rotation:https://www.youtube.com/@ForTheRotationhttps://www.fortherotation.com/https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552192755579https://www.tiktok.com/@fortherotation/https://www.snapchat.com/add/fortherotation/https://x.com/ForTheRotation/https://www.threads.net/@fortherotation/
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    35 mins
  • DJ Melo-D

    DJ Melo-D
    Mar 28 2025
    While growing up in Los Angeles, I studied DJ Melo-D, mixing on the radio almost every evening. He quickly became my favorite DJ with his intricate scratches and flawless mixes, where he introduced songs that established many artists' careers in the L.A. Hip-Hop scene. His story speaks volumes about finding what you love to do and driving it with passion. During our conversation, you will learn about his relentless mindset of chasing his dream, putting his education first, and completing his college career while finding his purpose. He shares his peaks and valleys, as well as how he overcame his challenges with determination. This episode hits all the notes, but most importantly, you will learn the importance of being prepared when life presents you with the opportunity to live your dream.Links to DJ Melo-D:https://www.instagram.com/djmelod/https://x.com/DJMeloDhttps://www.instagram.com/madefromskratchpizza/https://www.twitch.tv/djmelodhttps://www.youtube.com/@OGDJMeloDTimestamps:(00:00) - Intro 01:27 - Finding Music, Records, The Turntable(08:35) - Determination (That Want), Forming a Crew(10:07) - The First Gig, The Scratch, I Can Do This(14:00) - Study & Focus, College, Practice, Finding a Balance(18:50) - The Beat Junkies, Sharing Ideas, Finding Like-Minded People(23:12) - Getting Inspired, Part of the Environment, Bring Some Records(26:53) - Obsession to Perfection, Being Prepared(29:49) - Winning Battles, Getting Noticed, Julio G, I Got a Job(34:14) - Right Place & Right Time, How Prepared Are You?(35:17) - Resilience, Take a Break, Gain Perspective(39:04) - DJ AM, Las Vegas, We're Stuck, Overcoming Challenges(46:33) - Questioning Yourself, Staying Grounded, Inspiration(49:15) - The Gimmee Record, Being Remembered(52:13) - Back to the Bedroom DJ, Giving Back, Made From Skratch(57:12) - Your Younger Self(59:04) - How to Find DJ Melo-D(01:00:35) - OutroHost: Azhar "Ace" Hai⁠https://www.instagram.com/ac3hai/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/⁠Music: Adam Murakami⁠https://www.instagram.com/elfourza/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@elfourza⁠Production Manager: Jack Monforte⁠https://www.instagram.com/jackmonforte/⁠Video Production Manager: Pablo Aguilar⁠https://www.instagram.com/pabloaguilarstudio/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@pablitomas⁠Links to For The Rotation:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ForTheRotation⁠⁠https://www.fortherotation.com/⁠⁠https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552192755579⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fortherotation/⁠⁠https://www.snapchat.com/add/fortherotation/⁠⁠https://x.com/ForTheRotation/⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@fortherotation/
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Last DJ (Nick Hayes)

    The Last DJ (Nick Hayes)
    Mar 27 2025

    When a friend introduced me to Nick Hayes on Instagram, I was immediately impressed and knew I had to share his story with you. Join me as I delve into the extraordinary and motivational life of Nick Hayes and why he's named The Last DJ. His journey illustrates that it's never too late to follow your dreams and that evolving is essential to achieving your goals. We will explore his beginnings in electronic music and how his passion inspired him to become a techno producer. Nick's "can-do" mindset will inspire you, and you'll learn why letting go of your "book of excuses" is crucial to pursuing your dreams. His story exemplifies what is possible for anyone willing to strive for their aspirations and move forward without looking back.

    This episode streamed live on 3/25/25


    Links to The Last DJ (Nick Hayes):

    https://www.youtube.com/@thelastdj/

    https://www.instagram.com/the_last_dj_

    https://www.tiktok.com/@musicsounddesign

    https://open.spotify.com/artist/0vs4NkFUIWZFyYHXVU7IoQ

    https://www.threads.net/@the_last_dj_

    https://soundcloud.com/last-dj-702556113


    Host: Azhar "Ace" Hai

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ac3hai/⁠

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/⁠


    Music: Adam Murakami

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/elfourza/⁠

    ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@elfourza⁠


    Links to For The Rotation:

    ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ForTheRotation⁠

    ⁠https://www.fortherotation.com/⁠

    ⁠https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/⁠

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/⁠

    ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552192755579⁠

    ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fortherotation/⁠

    ⁠https://www.snapchat.com/add/fortherotation/⁠

    ⁠https://x.com/ForTheRotation/⁠

    ⁠https://www.threads.net/@fortherotation/
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • DJ Qbert (Part 2)

    DJ Qbert (Part 2)
    Feb 20 2025

    We couldn't fit it all in one, so we had to make a part 2. In this episode, DJ Qbert expands on topics discussed in part 1 and dives deep into events that shaped his career. This freeform conversation will take you through many stories, experiences, and words of guidance on how to sustain a successful career. It also dives into the progression of DJ technology to share expert advice for aspiring DJs and enthusiasts. It's one of my favorite interviews because it has no structure and allows DJ Qbert to share his wisdom and humor, which he carries into random topics. There is so much to learn from this man, as well as tons of knowledge and inspiration in this episode.


    Links to DJ Qbert:

    https://www.djqbert.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/djqbert/

    https://www.instagram.com/thudrumble/

    https://www.facebook.com/skratchdjqbert

    https://www.tiktok.com/@djqbert1

    https://x.com/DJQbert

    https://www.youtube.com/@thudrumble
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • DJ Qbert (Part 1)

    DJ Qbert (Part 1)
    Feb 12 2025

    Join me as I explore the inspirational life of DJ Qbert, who has transformed the world of music with his turntables as his instrument. We will dive deep into his humble beginnings and the challenges he faced, highlighting how his determination and resilience have shaped his career and continued innovation in turntablism. Throughout our conversation, you will discover the power of combining imagination with spirituality, which can help you channel your inner strength to overcome obstacles and achieve your dreams. DJ Qbert will share his thought processes and how he navigates his creativity to maintain a successful career. Listening to his story will emphasize the importance of giving back to your craft and how to connect yourself to the universe to strengthen your path to success.


    Links to DJ Qbert:

    https://www.djqbert.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/djqbert/

    https://www.instagram.com/thudrumble/

    https://www.facebook.com/skratchdjqbert

    https://www.tiktok.com/@djqbert1

    https://x.com/DJQbert

    https://www.youtube.com/@thudrumble
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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • DJ LABellatini

    DJ LABellatini
    May 23 2024

    Join me as we explore the life of LABellatini, a dynamic and talented DJ, production curator, and positivity activist. Her story will share how to find freedom through creativity and the importance of utilizing your network to navigate a career successfully. She will take us on a chronological journey of resilience and strength to share how she continues to manage a career in film, television, and DJing. Through her story, you will learn how to develop a forward-thinking mindset, embrace your inner passions to spread positivity and channel your purpose to achieve independence in your career.

    Links to DJ LABellatini:

    https://labellatini.wixsite.com/website

    https://sites.google.com/view/labellatini

    https://www.instagram.com/labellatini/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@labellatini

    https://twitter.com/LABellatini

    https://www.twitch.tv/labellatini
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    39 mins