The new episode of the Along the Way with Jaylah Sandoval podcast comes with a deep and revealing conversation about music, identity and purpose. In this installment, titled The Purpose-Driven DJ: Community, Culture, and 20 Years of Craft with DJ Genesis, renowned Puerto Rican-Dominican host Jaylah Sandoval sits down with one of the most influential names on the U.S. Latin scene: DJ Genesis, a two-decade-long artist who went from the Bronx to become the official DJ of the Florida Panthers in the NHL. You can listen to the podcast HERE.
Jaylah, known for her career in Hispanic media, her work in national radio and her ability to connect with diverse audiences, guides the conversation with the emotional depth and sensitivity that has characterized her over the years. Her relatable style allows DJ Genesis to share not only her career accomplishments, but also the personal and professional challenges she has faced in the music industry.
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In the episode, DJ Genesis explains how his upbringing in the Bronx and his subsequent arrival in Miami shaped his sound: a vibrant mix where the Latin essence fuses with urban and electronic beats.
He talks about how the city of the sun, with its cultural diversity and creative energy, allowed him to define his own style that today distinguishes him both in sports venues and large-scale events.
He also delves into the art of “reading the audience,” an essential skill that, according to him, differentiates a technical DJ from one who is truly connected to his audience.
DJ Genesis describes this process as intuitive and emotional, a kind of silent conversation that takes place track after track.
The evolution of the modern DJ and the impact of artificial intelligence
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One of the episode’s most striking moments comes when the two discuss the rise of artificial intelligence in music.
Far from seeing it as a threat, DJ Genesis reflects on how he has learned to balance authenticity and technology without losing his essence.
He assures that audiences always distinguish the genuine and believes that human creativity remains at the heart of any unforgettable musical experience.
The purpose behind talent: community and connection
Perhaps the most powerful part of the interview is when DJ Genesis opens up about the emotional charge of creative work.
He talks about pressures, expectations and the wear and tear of the constant need to innovate.
However, he also assures that DJing is, for him, a tool to fulfill its real purpose: to bring people together.
From heartwarming stories with fans to the evolving atmosphere at Florida Panthers games, Genesis makes it clear that its mission goes beyond playing music: it seeks to create moments that people will remember forever.
Finally, the DJ shares how he is expanding his career into mentoring and entertainment management, offering support to new talent looking to break through in an increasingly competitive industry.
With 20 years of experience, he assures that it is time to give back to the community all that music has given him.
The new episode of Along the Way is now available on all audio platforms, where you will also find other titles such as Inner Alchemy and Change Your Life with Numerology.
