Ep 201 -Pinedrops - House Mix - Starlight Thursdays Episode 201

Starlight Thursdays Episode 201 welcome Pinedrops to the series! 
 How long have you been DJing?  Since the summer of ‘23
 Why did you get into it? I got into DJing because I wanted to use it as a conduit to release and play my own tracks, as well as to inspire and encourage a positive and healthy club culture in my community. 
 What events have you played? I have played a couple of house parties, and two shows on stage as a solo performance. 
 Where do you live?  Missoula
 Where are you from originally? Grew up outside of Detroit, Michigan, and ended up in Montana after 3 years in Oregon. 
 What inspires you to DJ?  I’d say that getting people moving and dancing can bring people together, with the side effect of introducing them to new music and genres that they previously hadn’t considered. 
 What inspires you about electronic music culture? Electronic music, the way that I see it, is not only about dance, but is a way for artists to truly express themselves, and free themselves from the rigid boundaries set by the music industry at large. I think that electronic music culture is filled with various artists and followers who want to truly express themselves and encourage the gathering of people in communities, which is something that I’m all about. 
 What genres are in your mix?  House, UK Bass, Drum & Bass
 Can you tell us a labout your mix?   I’d say this mix encompasses the genres that I’m interested in at this moment in time. 
 What are some hashtags that best fit your mix?  UK Bass, House, Classic Dubstep, Electronica
 Who are some of the artists in your mix? Pangaea, Leon Vynehall, Joy Orbison, (a few tracks by various artists from the label CloudCore, which deserves a mention)
 Anything else you want us to know? I play shows in Missoula, and am open to traveling to other places to play.  For more Pinedrops check out https://soundcloud.com/christian-m-mercado