Episode 371: RNB & RIBS “DJs, Stop Chasing Viral Moments” Feat. Knowpa Slaps
This week, the crew chops it up with @KnowpaSlaps, the Bay Area DJ and founder behind @RnBandRibs, one of the most influential R&B parties in the game. Knowpa opens up about the love of DJing that sparked the party and how he keeps each set fresh while juggling his roles as both DJ and promoter (06:15). The conversation dives into the explosion of RNB day parties and how over-saturation has made it harder to stand out (08:03). Knowpa explains why intention matters, from the cities they choose to the way they honor local culture, and how he proved RNB & Ribs could work far beyond the Bay, from Austin to Japan (12:49). He breaks down what songs work overseas (14:20), how he curates lineups based on respect instead of social media numbers (19:14), and why DJs chasing viral moments often miss the real magic of the night (26:55). The crew gets into the economy’s impact on parties (39:01), the rise of “de-influencers” and DJ haters online (49:30), and how attention to detail is key even when thousands show up (52:05). Knowpa also speaks on separating his identity from the brand (1:01:01), stretching the genre to keep crowds engaged (1:01:08), and what’s ahead for 2026, including RNB & Ribs London, the Super Bowl block party in San Francisco with @TPain, and his favorite cities of the year: Vegas, Honolulu, and LA (1:05:01).
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Episode 371: RNB & RIBS “DJs, Stop Chasing Viral Moments” Feat. Knowpa Slaps
This week, the crew chops it up with @KnowpaSlaps, the Bay Area DJ and founder behind @RnBandRibs, one of the most influential R&B parties in the game. Knowpa opens up about the love of DJing that sparked the party and how he keeps each set fresh while juggling his roles as both DJ and promoter (06:15). The conversation dives into the explosion of RNB day parties and how over-saturation has made it harder to stand out (08:03). Knowpa explains why intention matters, from the cities they choose to the way they honor local culture, and how he proved RNB & Ribs could work far beyond the Bay, from Austin to Japan (12:49). He breaks down what songs work overseas (14:20), how he curates lineups based on respect instead of social media numbers (19:14), and why DJs chasing viral moments often miss the real magic of the night (26:55). The crew gets into the economy’s impact on parties (39:01), the rise of “de-influencers” and DJ haters online (49:30), and how attention to detail is key even when thousands show up (52:05). Knowpa also speaks on separating his identity from the brand (1:01:01), stretching the genre to keep crowds engaged (1:01:08), and what’s ahead for 2026, including RNB & Ribs London, the Super Bowl block party in San Francisco with @TPain, and his favorite cities of the year: Vegas, Honolulu, and LA (1:05:01).
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Episode 355: INDO WAREHOUSE “Bringing South Asia To Coachella, and Creating ‘IndoHouse’”
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Episode 355: INDO WAREHOUSE “Bringing South Asia To Coachella, and Creating ‘IndoHouse’”
Episode 355: INDO WAREHOUSE “Bringing South Asia To Coachella, and Creating A New Genre ‘IndoHouse’”
In this episode, DJ Crooked sits down with @Indo.Warehouse founders @KunalMerchant and @KahaniMusic to talk about the rise of Indo-House — a genre fusing South Asian musical heritage with house and dance music. What started as a passion project has grown into a global movement, with Indo Warehouse delivering immersive live shows at iconic venues like @Coachella and @BrooklynMirage, and soon, the @F1 Grand Prix in Singapore. Kahani and Kunal share their paths into music (01:15), the moment their creative partnership began (20:43), and how they’ve navigated the tension between cultural authenticity and mainstream appeal (33:10). They discuss building the Indo Warehouse brand while juggling day jobs (46:01), nurturing their audience’s understanding of the genre (1:00:31), and signing with @UnitedTalent to expand their global reach (1:16:20). We also reflect on their game-changing Coachella performance (1:46:20) and close with a conversation about Indo-House’s broader cultural impact — from music to fashion and beyond (1:50:01). Be sure to stay tuned to the R.O.A.D. Patreon for a special Indo-house edit pack curated by Indo Warehouse.
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Episode 371: RNB & RIBS “DJs, Stop Chasing Viral Moments” Feat. Knowpa Slaps
This week, the crew chops it up with @KnowpaSlaps, the Bay Area DJ and founder behind @RnBandRibs, one of the most influential R&B parties in the game. Knowpa opens up about the love of DJing that sparked the party and how he keeps each set fresh while juggling his roles as both DJ and promoter (06:15). The conversation dives into the explosion of RNB day parties and how over-saturation has made it harder to stand out (08:03). Knowpa explains why intention matters, from the cities they choose to the way they honor local culture, and how he proved RNB & Ribs could work far beyond the Bay, from Austin to Japan (12:49). He breaks down what songs work overseas (14:20), how he curates lineups based on respect instead of social media numbers (19:14), and why DJs chasing viral moments often miss the real magic of the night (26:55). The crew gets into the economy’s impact on parties (39:01), the rise of “de-influencers” and DJ haters online (49:30), and how attention to detail is key even when thousands show up (52:05). Knowpa also speaks on separating his identity from the brand (1:01:01), stretching the genre to keep crowds engaged (1:01:08), and what’s ahead for 2026, including RNB & Ribs London, the Super Bowl block party in San Francisco with @TPain, and his favorite cities of the year: Vegas, Honolulu, and LA (1:05:01).
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