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DJ David Reeves, as he is popularly known, who started his career as a Disc Jockey in 2014 and was recently nominated in the Best Smooth Mixer DJ category in London, avowed that his career has been a journey that he loves the challenges it brings.
“Although a bit tough, in the end, I have come to find joy in it as I have got a passion for it; I am loving it. It has taken me to few countries,” he enthused.
With a Togolese-Nigerian parentage, DJ David Reeves grew up in the Badagry part of Lagos but also spent part of his childhood in his father’s country, Togo.
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Speaking about the highlights of his time with Nigerian veteran hip hop musician, Olu Maintain, DJ Reeves affirmed: “It got me exposed to the entertainment industry, but becoming a DJ was something I have got a passion for as a child and because I love listening to music, that got me into the habit of putting much effort towards it.”
The high-riding DJ, who disclosed that his mentor was DJ Grandmaster Flash, also admitted that he would have been a footballer or end up being an artiste who does painting and carving.
Of his relocation to London, he recalled: “It was a huge challenge for me because I couldn’t believe I would survive in another man’s country without my family around me. Being on the street and working in the cold was a big challenge for me, but I thank God I Survived it.”
DJ Reeves who studied Art and Sculpture at Yabatech before migrating is today known variously as a disc jockey, record executive, songwriter, hype man and media personality.
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“I couldn’t do much of the production side, because I didn’t focus enough on it, as I put much of my efforts into being a disc jockey. But I am looking forward to seeing myself as a DJ-cum-producer,” he explained.
He continued: “My best moment as a DJ is seeing people dancing to the way I put up and play my music when I am on set; it gives me joy that I can put a smile on everyone’s faces. And I enjoy doing it always and never get bored or tired.”
On what Nigerian artistes should do to get more recognition abroad, he advised: “I think they should focus more on doing more destination events more often abroad.”
The 47-year-old also shared some of his lessons in life, saying, “I have learned in life to be humble, loyal and honest to others in whatever I do.”
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