#FindingFathomDj

​Music, My Life & 
​More...

The fountain of youth lives in curiosity, learning and teaching, to me.

I’ve always loved cameras. No different than drawing and painting. No your really don’t know me like that. I’ve owned more than a few over the years.

I’m grateful to have been able to replace the camera that was stolen in 2019, after I relocated. The green screen kit has multi uses as well. 😉

I’m also grateful for this time to explore. For me one medium inspires another.

#fathomdjcaptures #multimediaart #artist #lighting #canonrebelt7i #dj #prodcer #creative #findingfathomdj #atl @abstonconsulting @fathomdj
I deliberated greatly over the last few days, even yesterday, at the final hour finding out about DOOM passing.
I probably could’ve found someone to cove my room or a playlist. Thats not really how I roll.

What we do when we show up for each other, shows a level of professionalism and care that far outweighs any sickness and harm.

The first pic is indicative of the fact that it wasn’t the smoothest night. Laughter, as a comrade says a bit of oil , and music has allowed us to forge past and do the unthinkable. Yes we all were warned, by the city today. Yes we tried it. And regardless we succeeded as the team I am grateful to be associated with would.

Is it always easy?, No!. Does god always find a way? If you believe, most certainly!

Thankful to have executed one of the most hectic nights, in the #hospitalityindustry, during a year we all didn’t have to stay to see end. 🍸💫🙏🏾💜

I know magic is being made. Again, I’m here for THAT.

@missadib @_foreverjazzy @imcheflara @the.liquor.order @sekina_love @_itsteey @seanfalyon @yogawithyomi @lukewarmbleach @parlorden
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Hip hops Legends
and Ascension...

I had to take a break from RIPs this year, for 2 reasons I’m sure most won’t consider.


Firstly all sources aren’t credible and WE have been wrong before.


Then there is the idea that some don’t really care about the people they post and only use it as a means to score “cool points” 💜👍🏾, in social media.


Last week when the announcing of Ecstasy’s death happened, I only sighed and tried to push back from the flooding of my timeline, based on the hip hop enthusiasts I follow. It stung hard.


Twice in a week, is hard to get around.


Numerous reasons why I fell in the love hip hop, LIVE in #Shabadoo. Yes he was striking to the eye. Yes he maybe one of my first official crushes. Then there was the torch he carried for the art of dance from the street. Using himself as a canvas to convey an immediate response to tones, in a musical fashion. And of course there is his fashion.... 🙏🏾.


The essence of the culture lives in music, art and dance but are conveyed to the average eye, through fashion.


Soo much to be said about these legendary components of hip hop. The world loves #Newyork and of course the products created from it’s streets. Salute to the legacy of these iconic greats and America’s favorite city on this day.

The service of DJing (now) and the toll...

Last night I was reminded, once again how important dancers are for djs.

The internet has created a necessary facsimile, during these most interesting times, yes. I normally carry my own energy when I play, thank god. Though, it wasn’t easy last night.

I’ve also had a FEW hair raising moments, listening to djs spin on twitch. One was Tuesday night while @djkemit played. (my whewwws in chat are real) He is responsible for two of the three times, I’ve felt like we were all in the same room again. (My let go at the host stand at RS last year was quite memorable, for all💃🏽)
Tuesday, I even turned away from the tv screen and headed to my “dance” floor, to catch a quick boogie.


After having a few technological issues, during my session yesterday, I was brought right back to the space of knowing how much MORE time and energy some of us are putting into streaming. Right now it seems as if it’s more work than it’s worth. Yes I’m an advocate for maintaining a presence, as a means for branding and the future opportunities that may come.
There is also a need to unplug, as incredibly challenging as this might be, these days.

In essence, we are all owners of virtual venues / event spaces. As I’ve seen it running my own channel and a music channel for parlor den, there’s a lot more involved than just plugging in and playing. Lighting, cameras, green screens, overlays and more, sigh. As if your significants time isn’t already slim, based on your being passionate about spinning.

Researching music, organizing it, in preparation to spin out seems like nothing, currently. Considering all the time I’m spending, learning more about twitch, integrating zoom through obs and on on on.
Creating scenes and graphics, adjusting audio and video, all to hold a space that seems like a video game, when you watch bits and emoticons flying. Yes twitch is the GAMERS paradise. With a Uber dose of hyper activity that doesn’t make for a quick sleep, after your set win or lose.


Some of us would truly lose ourselves, if we didn’t have connectivity to people who value, what we bring to this digital divide. (I’ve been calling it that for years)

Wether djs, musicians, producers, actors and even athletes; being in front of an audience is addictive enough.
The idea that we may be preparing for 100 days of phase one (quarantine) suggests that those
who are conveyors of music, will be forced with the task of maintaining (further) mental health, when technology fails to meet performance needs.

This is considered normal, to gamers I’m sure. (Searches YouTube for tips to aid burnout)

This is not to downplay those who will acknowledge us for aiding them, in pushing through. It’s an entirely different sensation when the audiences are standing in front of us and we can see / feel those feeling’s and emotions physically expressed. Imagination is truly key, I hope you still have one, in addition to lots of patience.

I miss true musical movement and the double dose of holiday loneliness reconfirms this.
Mental note, if you hear the quiet whisper that says take a break, take it. I didn’t listen last night and technology handed me my ass.

Thank God for the power of music that floats in the air, swirling around nations, touching hearts and keeping spirits high always. I pray that we can return to the way we “were”, as people need people, in our natural state of togetherness. That bodies response to drums, in a venue full of people is calling me.

Listen
Feel
Respond
#GiveThanks

Dj Kemit

Http://twitch.tv/djKemit
Tuesday’s might be my favorite, though I appreciate his offerings entirely...
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Getting my feelings out...

Yesterday, during the height of forging through technological adversities, I was reminded that everyone on your “team” doesn’t want to see YOU win.

I have and remain a bit awkward in myself. As an artist child, my family was the first to throw criticism to my “different” ways. My clothing, music choices, even the way I ate my food, was always the subject for their jokes. My grandmother labeled me, her artist grand baby for this very reason.

I had moments of wondering how I could reconfigure my nose, because that same grandmother would grab it and call it michael jackson.

I have more moments of being painfully shy, which has drawn more attention, than what is normally loud and energetic.

This is why the mere thought of someone asking me “can I BE quiet”, strikes me as painfully oppressive. For someone who JUST started using their words, this is counter productive.

I work tirelessly, to not only draw interest to the channel we are both associated with, but my brands / work. Mind you, I am not at full throttle... yet. 🤣

More than not this scenario isn’t about me, it’s about those who seek to mute OUR gumption, to quiet THEIR insecurities.

If silence is deadening, be prepared for the fatality associated with this libras extraction of energy, in your “face”.

Sorry, I can’t pray for the healing of your sickness.

This moment is for every little awkward child that lives in adults and for children who will become adults, with the dream of pushing out of boxes made to cage them.

#findingfathomdj #mindful #art #music #life #mentalhealth #introvert #empath #auracle #depression
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gratefulness and its returned investment

Honestly, I almost cried yesterday while recording the #ToChicagoWithLoveFromAtl
mix. I stood here in front of pieces over 20 plus YO and less than 2 months old. I was reminded how long I’ve drooled over the small isolator, I wouldn’t or couldn’t pull it. A small piece in the grander scheme. Cords, PCs, tech shit and sleepless nights obsessing over SOUND, for the simple sake of a DECENT presentation. What has manifested in a matter of months, is proof that timing and patience is key. Focus and stay the course. It’s time to push my imagination further to sound scape more original tunes and my ultimate version of a hospitality experience, when the world truly opens up.
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Before I arrived in Atl, I would have these conversations about what is typical here. Hookahs, “AND drinks”, poor service and “Ratchetry”. It was scoffed upon by “the mentor”.
What I see now that I live here, are black people serving each other. Activating spaces near and far, employing each other and thriving. I couldn’t quite imagine spaces so massive and well built out, in or close to Chicago. #Forusbyus Is there room for what I do and am going to here? 🤔 I am a #jedi...
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COVID put us in a very interesting space, as djs trying to conduct business. Yes more are getting booked / paid to play online, as well as being tipped. The tipping should always happened, as djing is a service regardless to being used promotionally HERE. Now that ppl are slowly attempting to reenter venues and planning private events, let us be mindful of the labor involved in mobile djing. Bringing anything out of the house requires maintenance and upkeep, not to mention transporting, setup and breakdown. Don’t undercut your services, simply because you need / want work, knowing how much work is involved, in preparing and executing these services. #findingfathomdj Fathom Dj Abston Consulting llc
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One of the many reasons I was looking forward to being in #chicago for @diasporicthump last eve, was to be amongst people (physically) who I believe truly appreciate what I do. On the heels of being removed from what I considered a dream job, it was the one thing I immediately looked forward to. Because this couldn’t happen, I ended up feeling quite low last night. 😒
Though I am not interested in over saturating you with live sessions daily, I am open to being #ofservice more than I am weekly with #morninglove. The goal is to maintain the value of #djs and create an experience that is different than plug in and play. 💜
I currently have #livestream capability, via #youtube, #ig, #periscope, #twitch and few others. My question for you is what do you NEED to feel and when? 🤔
Please feel free to comment below.
As I believe music heals and those who are vessels are called to provide light, during this time, I am here... @fathomdj #findingfathomdj @abstonconsulting @cratesandconvo
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8/28/2019

The Car Accident & Lesson Learned ...

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Last week on Thursday, I had a car accident. After several visits to the hospital and bed rest, I have come to several conclusions about SM. What needs to happen to and FOR me going forward is below. Listen if and when you have the care and time ....
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8/20/2019

#Whatstocome? Goodbye Chi #findingfathomdj

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 One morning in early October I had a quick dream. I was playing vinyl in one of the venues I attribute with my culturing as a dj.  The owner was across the room. We smiled at each other and I woke up ... SMILING. It radiated so deeply that spirit told me to text him. Unbeknownst ​to me, he was “retired”. Upon closing the doors of The Shrine, the former Owner of 2 other legendary Chicago venues and I continued to communicate.

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​Joe Russo and I had lengthy conversations, in which we exchanged concerns about the current climate of Chicago’s nightlife. I have (personally) spent a few years lightly consulting and continuing research on angles of the hospitality industry and thankfully, our convo confirmed the many needs.
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​Last year carried a lot of ups and downs for me. My businesses came to a screeching halt. A car accident crippled my mobile hair styling business and slowed my dj servicing down as well. I painfully admit, I have occasionally battled with depressive moments, but these almost took me out. Gratefully, my faith in those on high and accessing my ills and desires, lead me to continue. I started receiving new work in areas I hadn’t dj’d in, in years. This summer I’ve had the pleasure of speaking on a few panels and mentoring a few aspiring jedis.
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One special opportunity has presented itself, months after communicating with Joe, he decided to move to ATL. Rock Steady is his latest venture in West Midtown and I have been offered a longstanding position. I am now preparing to relocate. I am excited and nervous, all at the same time. In preparation, I have been releasing tons of records and other ​momentous items, to ready myself for my new chapter. Even with the recent wins, I am unable to fully fund my relocation and could use a bit of help.
I am reaching out to my loved ones, patrons and encouragers to support my effort of reestablishing my life and brand of all things Fathom Dj, in ATL. If you have stood with me during my entrepreneurial journey, I humbly ask for your support in the form of a monetary contribution, if you are able. 
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If you who have utilized my hair or dj services, come to any of the events or venues I've spun and or purchased my originals, I truly appreciate you and your ongoing support. I'm looking forward to sharing updates from my new city and all the ventures that shall come, with you!

With love, grace and #cozmickisses...

Fathom DJ

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    when i come to the jam 
    know who i am
    aint bout the flim flam
    no i dont give a damn
    about where you been 
    or what you rocking
    when the tunes hit
    we'll see whats popping
    not stopping
    though i did slow up
    to be more precise 
    and detailed 
    catch a close up
    or maybe get a glimpse
    nobodies hoe
     but the game got pimps
    i stay exempt
    and stand in the light
    fame got glimmer
    but my glow just right

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