Rebel Broadcast 003: Mk Thompson

Rebel Broadcast 003: Mk Thompson

“Rebel Broadcast,” by midnightrebels.com, is a weekly podcast available on Spotify’s Music+Talk. Each episode features exclusive playlists curated by nightlife professionals—from DJs and MCs to promoters and photographers. Listeners can discover indie gems, electrifying beats, soulful tunes, and head-banging rock. It’s a great way to find fresh beats or rediscover hidden classics.

Episode 003: Gig Rituals with MK Thompson

This episode features MK, also known as Mark Thompson. We discussed his approach to DJing, including reading a crowd and expressing himself artistically. We also explored his unique path from metal band member to DJ, and how these two seemingly different worlds share surprising similarities.

MK shared his guilty pleasures, discussing his favorite music for various situations: sex, showering, and pre-performance preparation. This led to some great musical discoveries we’re excited to share. [PODCAST HOST: KOBEAST]

Music matters on the way…so I suggest listening to an alternate genre from the gig that you’re doing if you’re a DJ…it really makes you excited.

Mark explains his pre-gig music ritual, emphasizing the importance of listening to different genres to stay fresh and enthusiastic on stage. This helps avoid burnout and maintain excitement throughout performances.

He also stresses the balance between playing crowd favorites and introducing new music to broaden their horizons. This approach provides entertainment while simultaneously expanding the audience’s musical tastes.

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