Devin Hype

When I first came across Devin Hype, I was walking through NAMM and saw him on stage showcasing his talents. I was just starting For The Rotation and knew that I wanted him on my show as a guest. A year later, I set a goal to ask as many DJs One Question for Inspiration. My question was, what is the one thing you have learned throughout your career that you can share with others on how to achieve their dreams? His answer was phenomenal and blew me away. You can find his answer on our YouTube Shorts or social media, but after capturing that moment, we exchanged information, and the rest is history. This episode is truly special and offers a wealth of knowledge. We will chronologically go through his life and milestones as you learn about the determination, mindset, inspiration, and consistency that can lead you to success. You also learn that it’s okay to not know where you are going, just as long as you continue to work in something you are passionate about. Join me as we dive deep into the life of Devin Hype and uncover how he did it all, For The Rotation! Guest: Devin Hype @DevinHype https://www.instagram.com/devinhype/ https://www.youtube.com/@DevinHype https://www.tiktok.com/@devinhype⁠ Booking Email: Bookings@Brok⁠eButTalented.com Host: Azhar "Ace" Hai https://www.instagram.com/ac3hai/ https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/ https://www.instagram.com/any1canpodcast/ Email: ace@fortherotation.com Music: Adam Murakami https://www.instagram.com/frzafr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@frzadj Production Manager: Jack Monforte https://www.instagram.com/jackmonforte/ Video Production Manager: Pablo Aguilar https://www.instagram.com/pabloaguilarstudio/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pablitomas @ForTheRotation https://www.fortherotation.com/ https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/ https://www.instagram.com/fortherotation/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552192755579 https://www.tiktok.com/@fortherotation/ https://www.snapchat.com/add/fortherotation/ https://x.com/ForTheRotation/ https://www.threads.net/@fortherotation/ https://rumble.com/user/ForTheRotation https://open.spotify.com/show/01jzZerYauI7J0PrCqh5GQ For The Rotation Merch Ad: https://www.fortherotation.com/merch/ 10% Off Code: FTR1 Stand+ Shoes Ad: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FTR1 15% Off Code: FTR1 ***Update: Offer is extended and has no end date*** Anyone Can Podcast Ad: https://payhip.com/anyonecanpodcast/ 15% Off Code: FTR1 Video Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 01:30 – Falling in Love with Music; Choir/Band; Discovering DJing = “creative control” 02:21 – Radio Obsession; Bedroom Radio, DJ Hosts & Mixes Spark the Dream 03:19 – First “Decks”: CD DJ rigs before vinyl; teaming up with friend Vic 05:09 – Skating Rink Era → Teen Club Nights; Finding a Home Base without Owning Gear 06:32 – Fuel from Doubters; 6–8 hr Practice Days; Leveling Up via Turntablists/Beat Junkies 08:55 – First Personal Turntables at 21; Grinding at the Rink (15–21), Early Bar Sets 11:48 – Ad – FTR Merch 12:18 – Back to Episode: Why Scarcity Made Him Better; Mixtapes as Practice/Content/Income 14:10 – Radio Tapes & Submissions; Inland Empire Roots; Audition Grind & Learning 17:00 – Landing 99.1; Fired After 2 Months → Door Opens to Tour DJ Life 18:58 – Lighter Shade of Brown Touring 2015–2021; Choosing to Leave the Loop 22:01 – Study Everything: Over-preparation, Names, Timing, Being Ready = “Make Your Own Luck” 24:57 – Mindset After Setbacks; Betting on Yourself; Taking Swings Despite Unknowns 26:29 – Ad – Stand+ Shoes 27:26 – Back to Episode: Reinvention; Targeting Yelawolf via Social Content → 2.5 Years Touring; Leaving Again 30:13 – Present Phase: Unsure by Design; Missing Live Energy vs. Content Fatigue & Post-Show “Come-Down” 36:27 – Coping with Lows: Acceptance, Letting Emotions Pass 37:27 – Using Social as a Timeline; “Suck Less” Over Time; Building Character/Look; 2022 Confidence Click 41:49 – From Fan to Peer: Beat Junkies/Icy Ice Stories; Becoming an “Active Character” in DJ Culture 43:21 – Ad – Anyone Can Podcast 44:22 – Defining Resilience: Not Giving Up; Drive from “Not Having”; Still Questioning, Still Moving 47:01 – Stepping into Production; Learning Curve; First Record “Follow Me” sampled Alias 49:59 – Rejection & Motivation; Quick Ideas vs. Over-Produced Content 50:47 – Biggest Shift: Yelawolf Era → From Robin to Batman; Wanting His Own Fans 53:41 – Giving Back to the Craft: Real DJing, Skill First; Evolving the Look/Persona with Intention 59:12 – Advice to Younger Self: Don’t Quit; Study the History; Too Many DJs, Respect the Roots 1:01:33 – Gratitude & “Next Phase” 1:02:09 – Outro #podcast #dj #fortherotation #story #fyp #knowledge #wisdom #turntable #mixing #motivation #inspiration #career #success #educate #education #motivate #inspire #drive #subscribe #watch #selfimprovement #funny #change #adaptation #learn #entertainment #resilience #goals #journey #devinhype