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Exclusive Interview With Serafin – DJ Remixer
Serafin is often referred to as one of the top 10 remixers of all time. The Los Angeles-based DJ got his first set of turntables at age of 12 has been celebrated for his electrifying remixes and savvy technical style. He is a well-known rising star and performer in the international DJ community.
Serafin is a Self-Taught music producer and remixer who started his career in 2008. Jive Records signed him on for his remixes for superstars Livvi Frank, Jordin Sparks, and Britney Spears. In 2009, he proffered his skills to the Hip Hop All-Stars video game app, the first DJ video game for the iPhone.
He released his first original track “WHUT” under Peak Hour Records in 2010, and followed it with the single “Never Leave Her” in 2011, under Vector Mode Records. In 2011 Serafin produced “This That Shit” with the legendary Greg Nice. In 2013 Serafin also lent his remarkable production skill to Remax Parliament’s “FLASHLIGHT” in the Motion Picture HEAT, starring Sandra Bullock, Melissa McCarthy, and Produced the opening score in Robin Williams, The Crazy Ones with Sarah Michelle Gellar.
In 2014 Serafin started sharing the stage with the band “Royal Machines” in a Sold out show at The Mayan in Downtown Los Angeles, which is composed of rock legends, from Ozzy Osborne, Billy Idol, Dave Navaro, Courtney Love &, James Belushi.
All these achievements are what make Serafin an outstanding DJ Remixer.
We have the honor of interviewing Serafin exclusively and here is more to learn from him:
Questions:-
- Can you tell us a story about what brought you to this specific career path?
Serafin: Music was part of my life growing up, my grandfather was the Frank Sinatra of the Philippines. I’d go and play his records every time he’s not home.
My Uncle thought me how to DJ at the age of 12, and I got hooked ever since.
- Can you share the most interesting story that happened to you since you started this career?
Serafin: Love the travel, seeing the world through djing is a blessing. It’s a paid vacation!
- Can you share a story about the funniest mistake you made when you were first starting? Can you tell us what lesson you learned from that?
Serafin: I would have to say… don’t tell the club owners that you don’t drink lol.
I was in Shanghai for a 3-week Residencies. I used my Per Diem on food instead of alcohol. Didn’t know it mattered how I spent my Per Diem.
I lost my Shanghai Residency due to not Drinking, they told the booker to never book a sober DJ again.
- What are some of the most interesting or exciting projects you are working on now?
Serafin: I had the opportunity to produce and DJ this group called the EDM Rap Pack. It was a fusion of hip hop legends mashed into the EDM Scene. Sen Dogg from Cypress Hill, Baby Bash, and Lil Nate Dogg (Son of the late Nate Dogg)
Right now, I’m excited for on first collaboration with Producer & DJ Sammy Slade.
Our Track PLAY comes out May 28th. It’s a cover of the classic freestyle track by Shannon, Let the Music Play.
It’s been a busy year so far, just launched the first only Electronic Music Pool https://pitchthetempo.com/ with my partner Romi Lux. It’s an Electronic Music Platform for DJs & Producers.
- Who are some of the most interesting people you have interacted with? What was that like? Do you have any stories?
Serafin: I’ve met so many and if I have to pick one I have to say, Ozzy Osborne. My green room was directly next to his. His professionalism & passion really gave me a different outlook on this business. The people only see what the media gives them how rock stars or celebrities. They are who they are because of the work they put in.
- Which tips would you recommend to your colleagues in your industry to help them to thrive and not “burn out”?
Serafin: Consistency is key, hype doesn’t last. Make great music that you love and not for the trend. Do you.
- You have been blessed with success in a career path that can be challenging. Do you have any words of advice for others who may want to embark on this career path, but seem daunted by the prospect of failure?
Serafin: Embrace your failures, which are the only way to achieve success when you learn from them. Never stop learning.
- Can you share with our readers any self-care routines, practices, or treatments that you do to help your body, mind, or heart to thrive? Kindly share a story or an example for each.
Serafin: Stop procrastinating! Set Daily Goals. This doesn’t happen overnight.
- What are your “5 things I wish someone told me when I first started” and why? Please share a story or example for each.
Serafin: (1). Invest in your brand. I wish I knew this from the start, marketing is key.
Serafin: (2). Stop Impressing your peers. There’s a reason why some of the DJs come to see you, they want your job! Stop impressing them and impress your crowd.
Serafin: (3). It’s OK to say NO. You don’t have to take every single gig, If it doesn’t fit what you can do, it’ll most likely hurt your brand.
Serafin: (4). Get an LLC. I know it’s just a hobby at first, and LLC for an entrepreneur/self-employed has its benefits.
Serafin: (5). You haven’t Made it until you’re Hated. Stop wasting energy on the negative naysayers; you don’t have to prove anything to them.
- Can you please give us your favorite “Life Lesson Quote”? Can you share how that was relevant to you in your life?
Serafin: It’s my number above. “You haven’t made it until you’re Hated”
- None of us are able to achieve success without some help along the way. Is there a particular person who you are grateful towards who helped get you to where you are? Can you share a story about that?
Serafin: My uncle for sure, Tito Caloy, was the one who showed me the art of djing. As far as Producing goes, there are so many. I can’t just name one LOL, if you reading this you know who you are. My family, My Mother supported my decisions and from the beginning. My Girl Christy, who pushes me every day that being basic is not an option.
- You are a person of enormous influence. If you could start a movement that would bring the most good to the most people, what would that be? You never know what your idea can trigger.
Serafin: Kindness.. take time to share your knowledge.
- We are very blessed that some of the biggest names in Business, VC funding, Sports, and Entertainment read this column. Is there a person in the world, or in the US with whom you would love to have a private breakfast or lunch, and why? He or she might see this.
Serafin: Oh boy, this is a tough one. Representatives from General Atlantic or Hillhouse Capital Group, I would love to pick their brains over Brunch. Chase Carey or Stefano Domenicali, I’m a huge fan of Formula 1, and it’s a Multi-Billion Dollar industry.
14 How can our readers follow you online?
Serafin: Follow me on:
Instagram: @djserafin https://www.instagram.com/djserafin/
Bookings: https://sleepinggiantmusic.com/
On Air (Dash Radio): Every Friday, 9 pm PT 12a ET #theserafinshow on Dash Radio ch. Overdrive
Artist Spotlight
Leonie Sherif evokes a sensory escape into a seductive symphony with her new single, “TWILIGHT”

Leonie Sherif meticulously sculpts an auditory experience with her latest single, “TWILIGHT.” The East London/Essex-based singer-songwriter demonstrates her refined approach to musicianship, inviting listeners into an intimate, ethereal soundscape where passion converges with poetic nuance. This aromatic track serves as a sonic escape, further enhancing Leonie’s innovative fusion of olfactory and auditory sensibilities. It aligns seamlessly with her second fragrance under her perfume house label, Sense’N’By Sherif. Trust us, it’s a sonic experience that tantalizes the senses of smell and hearing.
From the onset of “TWILIGHT,” the audience is enveloped in a hypnotic soundscape, where sultry lyricism synergizes with lush production and intertwines like lovers in the night. Written and produced in collaboration with Nigerian maestro St Oasis, “TWILIGHT” lays the sophisticated foundation with a mesmerizing blend of smooth percussion and ambient synthesizers, setting the stage for Leonie’s ethereal yet commanding vocal performance. Her evocative voice glides over the rich echoes of ’90s R&B icons like Toni Braxton and Janet Jackson, harmonizing expertly with an atmospheric instrumental that exudes warmth and longing, effortlessly amplifying the seductive energy within the musical fabric.
Lyrically, Leonie exhibits a masterful spellbinding narrative, artfully employing metaphorical wordplay centered on edible pleasures to capture the sensuality of romantic desire. Each lyrical verse functions as a descriptive brushstroke, vividly illustrating themes of culinary indulgence that intricately weaves together concepts of intimacy, firmly rooting the intoxicating notion of love within a multi-sensory experience that can be tasted, savored, and craved.
What makes “TWILIGHT” truly enchanting is its capacity to transcend traditional musical engagement. It leaves a lingering aura reminiscent of a tactile glow on the skin, effectively blurring the dichotomy between reality and fantasy, scent and sound. This irresistible piece does not merely recede into the background ambiance; instead, it stays with you, fostering introspection and inviting listeners to wallow and bask in its golden haze.
Beyond just a song, “TWILIGHT” is a luxurious amber fragrance designed to solidify Leonie Sherif’s role as a multi-dimensional creator, not merely a songwriter but an architect of emotional landscapes. In “TWILIGHT,” love emerges as the sole universal language that is impossible to forget. Prepare to be entranced.
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Artist Spotlight
“Sunkissed Shadows (Solemn Youth Remix)” by Homunculus Algorithm ignites the haunting brilliance of evolution

The “Sunkissed Shadows (Solemn Youth Remix)” epitomizes Homunculus Algorithm’s commitment to sonic experimentation by presenting an intoxicating reinterpretation that pushes the boundaries of darkwave in the original track initially composed by James Winans and James Clark. “Sunkissed Shadows (Solemn Youth Remix)” amplifies the original’s thematic intensity, transforming it into a richly textured, synth-laden soundscape.
From the outset, the track establishes an atmosphere of disquietude, effectively immersing the listener in an exploratory aural landscape. The remix showcases a pronounced darkwave aesthetic, characterized by shimmering synths that cut through heavy layers of reverb-laden vocals, evoking a sense of fractured luminosity amid a brooding audio fog. The production intricacies reveal Solemn Youth’s distinctive approach, imbuing the remix with a cinematic quality that intertwines glitchy industrial elements with deep-seated melancholy, striking a balance between the personal and the universal.
The remix’s thematic complexity is particularly noteworthy. Its introspective lyrics engage the audience in grappling with the disconcerting idea of shared complicity in forming our inner demons. The track oscillates masterfully between tension and catharsis, reminiscent of a subtle whispered admission enveloped in an electronic tempest, producing a haunting dichotomy.
Moreover, “Sunkissed Shadows (Solemn Youth Remix)” is tailored for repeated listening, revealing layered complexities that will resonate with aficionados of acts like Skinny Puppy, The Soft Moon, and others who navigate the nuanced interplay of beauty and brutality in sound. This remix showcases Homunculus Algorithm’s evolution into new sonic realms and underscores its capacity to illuminate the darkest corners of our psyche when entrusted to a visionary like Solemn Youth. If this remix is indicative of the future, it’s clear we can anticipate something truly distinctive on the horizon.
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