About Me
Stage Name: DJ Ricky Gold
Where It All Started:
In the late '90s, during a bus trip with friends, "DJ Ricksilver" was suggested for my stage name. I countered with "Gold is better than Silver," and DJ Ricky Gold was born. Since then, it has become my signature name.
My Journey:
My DJ journey started in the mid-'90s when I discovered dance music. Fueled by a mixtape from a Northern Ireland Club DJ, I developed a deep passion for music collecting and DJing.
My Experience:
Having DJed across Northern Ireland, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Bournemouth, Poole & Christchurch, I've played in clubs and diverse events, including weddings, birthdays, and corporate functions. This extensive experience allows me to seamlessly mix across genres and decades.
My Mixing Style:
My club-style mixing, inspired by Kisstory, involves riding the bpm, keys, genres, and decades with smooth transitions. I love layering acapellas, cutting tracks, and teasing the audience with upcoming samples.
My Specialties:
With a background in clubs, I specialise in diverse genres—80s Disco & Rock, 90s House / Trance / Happy Hardcore, 00s Hip Hop / R&B & Garage, and more + I also keep up with all the current trends in EDM music, hot mashups, bootlegs and remixes. From vinyl to digital, my versatility spans EDM, Drum & Bass, Old Skool Rave, Euro Techno, Euro Trance, Happy Hardcore, and beyond.
Background:
With a strong IT background, I bring skills from graphic design and website development to enhance my DJing. From maintaining my website to designing graphics and editing videos, this background adds a unique dimension to my work.
Equipment:
My modular sound and lighting setups are customisable to any theme or venue layout. With LED effect lights, moving heads, and wireless uplighting, I create immersive experiences tailored to each event. Whether it's themed parties or disco setups, I bring a dynamic and visually engaging atmosphere.
Checkout my sample mixes to hear me in action.