Reflections Of A Dj

Episode 338: MAX GLAZER "Celebrating 25 Years Of Federation Sound" On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome DJ, producer, and New York’s finest, @MaxGlazer, along with guest host @DJGoldFinderNYC. Max reflects on his journey in the NYC music scene (2:20), from working at iconic record stores like #FatBeats and #8Ball Records to becoming a prominent DJ in the city’s dancehall and reggae circuits (8:08). He shares stories from his early career, including the challenge of opening for headliners at venues like #TheTunnel and #Limelight (23:30) and the rise of dancehall and reggae in the mid-2000s (34:19). Max recounts memorable moments, such as premiering Jay-Z and Nas diss tracks in the club for the first time in 2001 (52:10), and details the foundation of starting the Federation Sound system with @CiphaSounds (1:31:39). Max also talks about working and touring with a young Rihanna (@BadGalRiri) (1:34:10) and encourages tour DJs to understand the landscape to ensure they are