Word on the Street: DJ Mike P

So where are you from?

I’m an Australian dj based in Sydney and don’t rep any crew I just represent myself 

Tell us about how you got your start?

I always had a major passion for music and soon as I had the spare money I jumped at the opportunity 

What is your Production process for mixtapes? 

I just go with what I feel sounds good and also sort of fit the theme of the mix 

When did you fall in love with Hip-Hop?

When I first heard keep your head ringing by dr Dre and also 2pac 

Who’s in your Top 5 MCs of all time?

2pac 

Eminem

Snoop 

Biggie

Jay Z

(In no particular order)

What local artist are you currently listening to?

I’m listening to a lot of Kennyon brown, Mistah mez, the uso Biggs, Robin Johnson 

Tell us about your first gig?

I was packing shit to say the least but once I played the first few songs it felt awesome and I wanted more of it 

What has been your favourite career moment?

having such big names in the Dj game knowing who I considered as inspirations for me even wanting to get into djing knowing who I am is a trippy feeling and surreal and also opening for them is on another level. Also playing to a room of 300+ people and having them vibe to everything you play is crazy as hell 

What are you doing to help change the current Aussie Hip-Hop prospective/stigma?

Just always promoting Aussie hip hop is a positive light and not hating as it is a craft and a passion that not everyone has in them 

What do you want to be remembered for?

I would like to be remembered as a Dj who loved to bring a great party vibe and have people leave the venue saying that dude was dope as fuck