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Jay Valdez better known as DJ Akshen has over two decades of DJ experience. He started out by DJing his older brothers High School Dances when he was in the 7th grade and did his first club gig before he was eighteen! He has been blending multiple genres of music in his sets before the term “mash-up” even existed. This has proven to be the key ingredient to his unique signature and to attracting b
igger, more diverse crowds. DJ Akshen brings an unmatched energy to his sets as well as a combination of turntable mastery and incredible music knowledge, which very few DJs have, and consistently creates a vibe that sets off any party. He continues to perform at some of the hottest nightspots across the country, overseas, and on the seas. Through seamless mixes and an amazing sense of selection, he can transform any venue whether a club, live stage, bar, or even the deck of a cruise ship, into an all-night party! So, if you want the complete package just ask for, “lights, camera…
DJ AKSHEN!”
Clients
-Disney Cruise Lines
-Guess
-Taser International
-Heinken
-Redbull
-Microsoft
Accolades
Phoenix NewTimes Winner Best Turntablist
Red Bull Thre3Style USA National Finalist
Red Bull Thre3Style Phoenix Regional Champion
3 Time AZ DJ Spin-off Champion
Education
-Academy of Radio and TV Broadcasting, Phoenix, AZ
-Scottsdale Community College, Scottsdale, AZ
~Adviser for SCC DJ & Turntablism Classes
-Cyphers Center for the Urban Arts, Phoenix, AZ
~Program Director & Instructor for DJ Classes
-Next Level, US Dept. of State, University of N.C.at Chapel Hill
~Artist Educator, Cultural Diplomat & International Exchange
Interesting Facts
-DJ Akshen was awarded "Best Place to learn How to DJ" in 2013 by The Phoenix NewTimes for his "Turntableology 101" class and workshops that he teaches at Cyphers The Center for Urban Arts
-DJ Akshen is the Father of DJ Yeah (considered by DMC & Thud Rumble at the time as the worlds youngest scratch DJ)
-DJ Yeah was featured in the 2004 DMC US Finals DVD, 2005 DMC World Finals DVD, and Turntable TV Deluxe DVD.
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![Excited to open for these 2 legends (Cut Chemist and Chali 2na) with my brotha Jorge Melo aka DJ Melo on Saturday July 2...](https://img4.medioq.com/306/034/988553093060346.jpg)
05/09/2024
Excited to open for these 2 legends (Cut Chemist and Chali 2na) with my brotha Jorge Melo aka DJ Melo on Saturday July 20th 9PM-2AM at Walter Studios Grab your tickets now. Check event link for more details and ticket link... Cut Chemist & Chali 2na at Walter Studios
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 20th, because we have a special treat in store for the AZ music scene as Cut Chemist and Chali 2na drop in at Walter Studios! 🎵
📆 Cut Chemist & Chali 2na at Walter Studios
Though we are always careful to use the word "legends", it's hard to find a more fitting word to describe Cut Chemist and Chali 2na. With a kinship that extends back to the 80s, the musicians' histories are bound with the legacy of hip hop and turntablism and the art of lyrical storytelling. Perhaps most recognized for their work in Jurassic 5, the duo has a deep musical bond that has helped them establish a global fanbase as both solo and collaborative performers and spawned a catalogue of genre-briding music that continues to grow today.
This is a rare opportunity to experience the rap prowess of Chali 2na and world-class turntablism of Cut Chemist up close in the intimacy of a small venue... Locals DJ Melo and DJ Akshen will be spinning a b2b set to warm the night up — Act fast and grab your tickets while the getting is good! 🔥
![Excited to play the pre-party with my crew Furious Styles Crew at the Phoenix Symphony Hall on May 17th, 18th, & 19th. ...](https://img5.medioq.com/659/131/986576706591318.jpg)
05/07/2024
Excited to play the pre-party with my crew Furious Styles Crew at the Phoenix Symphony Hall on May 17th, 18th, & 19th.
In conjunction with The Phoenix Symphony’s performance of Gustav Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection” one week earlier, conductor and music visionary Steve Hackman fuses highlights from Mahler’s Second Symphony with the rap music of Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur into Resu...
![Excited to perform with my crew (Furious Styles Crew) May 17, 18 & 19 at Symphony Hall for the Resurrection Mixtape! has...](https://img4.medioq.com/007/940/985029170079405.jpg)
05/05/2024
Excited to perform with my crew (Furious Styles Crew) May 17, 18 & 19 at Symphony Hall for the Resurrection Mixtape! hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag
In conjunction with The Phoenix Symphony’s performance of Gustav Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection” one week earlier, conductor and music visionary Steve Hackman fuses highlights from Mahler’s Second Symphony with the rap music of Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur into Resu...
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04/24/2024
Herberger Theater Center
![Time for some AKSHEN! Sometimes when I'm not DJing a cruise ship, a DJ Battle or a Bboy Battle you can catch me at a clu...](https://img4.medioq.com/138/648/971958361386486.jpg)
04/16/2024
Time for some AKSHEN!
Sometimes when I'm not DJing a cruise ship, a DJ Battle or a Bboy Battle you can catch me at a club. Unlike some so called DJs I can beat match by ear and I'll always cut it up fresh! Hit the comments and let us know what city you want Akshen to hit up next! Everyone
![Tonight Fader Manners at Trill from 5:30PM-8:30PM. with special guests from Cali - LA DMC Champion and US Finalist DJ Xi...](https://img3.medioq.com/410/308/944792344103088.jpg)
03/06/2024
Tonight Fader Manners at Trill from 5:30PM-8:30PM. with special guests from Cali - LA DMC Champion and US Finalist DJ Xist and The Fader Fatalatist Spinobi from the Barnyard Mixshow Page. It's a Free Event, Open Tables, All Ages, All Skill Levels, All are Welcome!
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01/19/2024
FSC30 RECAP!
A view into the FSC 30 celebrated in November. Shot by: ReflekshinEdit: ReflekshinSong: Anickan
10/24/2023
PHASE DJ 🙏🏽👊🏽❤️‼️
![Two weeks from today 09/27/23 at 5:30PM-8:30PM a Free Event, Open Tables, All Ages, All Skill Levels Welcome. DJ Inspi...](https://img5.medioq.com/827/615/836395038276153.jpg)
09/22/2023
Two weeks from today 09/27/23
at 5:30PM-8:30PM a Free Event, Open Tables, All Ages, All Skill Levels Welcome. DJ Inspired Community Driven.
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![In Tempe, AZ Tempe residents and businesses owners — Join Mayor at Yucca Tap Room this Sunday at 4:30!Appetizers, cash...](https://img4.medioq.com/546/583/831164905465833.jpg)
09/14/2023
In Tempe, AZ Tempe residents and businesses owners — Join Mayor at Yucca Tap Room this Sunday at 4:30!
Appetizers, cash bar, and music🎶 by yours truly 🎧
Don’t miss this chance to support your Mayor and small businesses 🤝
Join Mayor at Yucca Tap Room this Sunday at 4:30!
Appetizers, cash bar, and music by 🎧
Don’t miss this chance to support our Mayor and small businesses 🤝
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09/01/2023
04/26/2023
Come celebrate 420 this Saturday April 22, 2023 3PM - 8PM presented by Located at The Dealership Venue on Glendale Ave. Waldo’s World 420 Music Fest will have live music by all local artists and bands. As well as world famous DJs, Dance Battles and Live Graffiti. Let’s take a moment to recognize the progress that has been made towards legalization and destigmatization. Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or just curious, let’s celebrate this day with open minds and kindness towards one another. #420
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![Save the date and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop at the Herberger on Friday May 5th from 6pm-9pm. It's a free...](https://img5.medioq.com/837/335/735422998373358.jpg)
04/21/2023
Save the date and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop at the Herberger on Friday May 5th from 6pm-9pm. It's a free event with DJ's, BBoys, Graffiti Artists and more.
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03/11/2023
This Sunday….
THIS SUNDAY!!
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This Sunday on mill avenue. Come test your skills and get ready for the happening in the 18th. Register 12pm
Www.FuriousStylesCrew.com 🐝
![Providing the soundtrack for the Streetside Classics - Phoenix Spring 2023 Car Show on 02/18/23 from 9AM-1PM Come check ...](https://img5.medioq.com/383/097/680846883830970.jpg)
02/03/2023
Providing the soundtrack for the Streetside Classics - Phoenix Spring 2023 Car Show on 02/18/23 from 9AM-1PM Come check out all the amazing cars, vendors and booths. it’s free to attend and it’s for a great cause…United Food Bank.
![BBoys, Bgirls, Poppers, Lockers and Dancers of all ages, shapes and sizes; if you've ever stepped on our floor check it....](https://img3.medioq.com/579/289/661227655792893.jpg)
01/09/2023
BBoys, Bgirls, Poppers, Lockers and Dancers of all ages, shapes and sizes; if you've ever stepped on our floor check it... every little bit counts.
Hello everyone My name is Mr. Groove. I am an original member of the Furious Styles Crew, founded in Ph… Mista Groove needs your support for Save the floor!!
11/08/2022
Recap from our Performance in Timisoara!
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10/29/2022
Excited about this journey….
Next up on Team Romania we have DJ AKSHEN!
DJ AKSHEN is an award-winning DJ from Arizona. His creative mixing and crowd-pleasing selections prove why he was crowned Regional Red Bull 3Style Champion in 2015. DJ Akshen went on to represent Phoenix, Arizona, and compete for the USA title. Globally, he is a special guest DJ for Disney Cruise Lines. As an artistic influencer, he has shared the stage with Lord Finesse, DJ Qbert, and Z-Trip. When DJ Akshen is not behind the turntables, he can be found hosting Fader Manners, an open turntable monthly he co-founded, or at The Scratch Exchange, an all-vinyl scratch battle he created in 2013. DJ Akshen has had the privilege of judging, hosting, competing, and organizing multiple DJ battles. He has shared his knowledge of DJing with organizations such as the YMCA, numerous after-school programs, and universities such as Scottsdale Community College, Grand Canyon University, and most recently Arizona State University's Urban Arts Club. DJ Akshen is also a member of the Furious Styles Crew, an international collective of dancers, DJ’s and artists with chapters in Denmark, Spain, & the United States.
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10/27/2022
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10/27/2022
This weekend….
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09/06/2022
Gratitude 🙏🏽
Gratitude and a good mood! Gratitude is the great multiplier.
Gratitude is riches. Complain is poverty.
Wear gratitude like a cloak, and it will feed every corner of your life.
Always have an attitude of gratitude.
09/01/2022
You must believe that your past is not your future.
- Gayle Carson
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Come celebrate 420 this Saturday April 22, 2023 3PM - 8PM presented by @arizonaorganix_official Located at The Dealership Venue on Glendale Ave. Waldo’s World 420 Music Fest will have live music by all local artists and bands. As well as world famous DJs, Dance Battles and Live Graffiti. Let’s take a moment to recognize the progress that has been made towards legalization and destigmatization. Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or just curious, let’s celebrate this day with open minds and kindness towards one another. #420 #cannabiscommunity #legalizeit #FSC30 ☮️💖🎶=😀 1️⃣❤️#djakshen🎧 #suckerfreesince73😎 #furiousstylescrew🐝 #FSC30 #fadermanners🎚#trillphx🌎 #coolinoutdjsquad🥶 #sickerthanyouraverage😷 #redbull3StyleReginalChamp🏆 #pangeanorchestra🎼 #nextlevelteamromania🇷🇴
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