Dj / A&R

Gino Delatorre

Background

From the Project house parties in the hood to boardrooms, my path wasn’t carved in straight lines. Growing up, music was more than just sound—it was survival. While other kids were playing video games, I was studying vinyl collections like sacred texts, piecing together the DNA of what makes crowds move.

The streets taught me things no music school could. I learned to read rooms before I mastered reading records, picking up on energy shifts that would later become my secret weapon behind the decks. That raw instinct, born from years of navigating concrete jungles, translated perfectly to the club scene. When you know how to command respect on the corner, commanding a dance floor comes naturally.

My first break came from an underground strip club in Queens NY that wasn’t exactly up to code. Word spread about the DJ who could make the club vibe , while keeping his own head perfectly level. Soon, those same streets that raised me started opening doors—club owners who knew my reputation started calling, then radio stations caught wind.

What sets me apart isn’t just the music—it’s the connections. On any given night, you might spot me trading stories with OGs who remember me from way back, right before stepping into a meeting with label executives. I speak both languages fluently: street code and industry talk. This rare bridge between worlds has made me valuable to everyone from neighborhood legends to corporate suits looking for authentic talent.

These days, I’m as comfortable in the studio as I am in the booth. My sets still carry that edge—that raw energy that only comes from living the life—but now they’re broadcast to millions. The streets gave me my MBA in human nature, and the music industry gave me the platform to use it. Every beat I drop carries echoes of both worlds, and that’s exactly what makes the sound uniquely mine.

They say you can’t serve two masters, but I’ve proven them wrong. By staying true to my roots while reaching for new heights, I’ve earned something money can’t buy: respect in every room I enter. Whether it’s a house party function or a platinum record celebration, I bring the same authenticity that got me here in the first place.

Rate it

DjFeatured Artist

0%