ABOUT
Raised On Music
I grew up in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, a town whose influence on music reaches far beyond its size. In a place where legendary recordings, touring stories, and generations of musicians are part of everyday conversation, it's hard not to develop a love for music.
From an early age, I was surrounded by people who worked in and around the entertainment industry. Whether it was hearing stories from the road, spending time around musicians, or discovering the history that put Muscle Shoals on the map, music always felt less like a hobby and more like a way of life.
As a kid, I started learning instruments and became fascinated by the way music could bring people together. I loved performing, but I was equally curious about everything that happened behind the scenes. The more I learned, the more I realized that creating memorable experiences through music was what excited me most.
That passion eventually led me to Nashville and into a career built around live entertainment, production, and DJing.
Something I still feel incredibly fortunate to do today.
Looking back, it's easy to see how growing up in a place like Muscle Shoals shaped the way I approach what I do.
The music matters.
The people matter.
The experience matters.
Everything else is just details.
Dubbed The Busiest Man In Show Business By His Peers...
- The TimesDaily -
The being dubbed "the busiest man in show business" by my peers is flattering, but honestly, I just love what I do.
My job is pretty simple: I play music and keep people in the present for a few hours while they sing, dance, laugh, and make memories with the people around them.
When I'm not behind the DJ booth, I'm usually somewhere else in the entertainment industry. I currently work as the Video Director, Lighting Director, and Special Effects Coordinator for country music icon Clay Walker, contract as a Site Operations Manager at major festivals, support venues across the Southeast on sold-out shows, and occasionally produce events from the ground up.
Remember the phrase "Jack of All Trades?" That's pretty much me in the live entertainment world. Over the years I've worked as a runner, stagehand, audio engineer, lighting technician, rigger, forklift operator, production manager, and just about every other role you'll find behind the scenes at a concert. Those experiences taught me something that many entertainers never learn: great events don't happen by accident. They happen because hundreds of small details are handled correctly.
My career has allowed me to work alongside artists including Cascada, Patti LaBelle, Charlie Daniels, Kris Kristofferson, Kacey Musgraves, Yung Gravy, Waka Flocka Flame, Three 6 Mafia, Rich The Kid, Disturbed, Thomas Rhett, Nelly, Chris Lane, and many others. But the artists aren't what matter most.
Music is my passion.
Curating successful events is my Roman Empire.
When you combine those two things, you get someone who cares less about being the center of attention and more about creating an unforgettable experience for the people in the room.
Whether it's a college event, corporate gathering, nightclub, festival, wedding, or private celebration, my goal is always the same: leave people talking about the experience long after the last song ends.
If you'd like to discuss an upcoming event, I'd love to hear about it.
- Dustin
Professional Affiliations
Throughout my career, I've remained committed to staying connected to the communities, organizations, and professionals that help preserve and advance the music and live entertainment industries. These affiliations reflect both my roots in music and my ongoing commitment to professionalism, education, and excellence in every event I have the opportunity to be a part of.
Riot Ranch
Dustin is a proud member and supporter of Riot Ranch, the Nashville EDM collective that hosts events every Wednesday on the rooftop of Jon Bon Jovi's on Broadway in Downtown Nashville an every Sunday at Night We Met.
American Disk Jockey Association
As a member of the ADJA, I commit myself to business excellence and I will:
• Operate my business in an ethically sound manner while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Abide by all laws and regulations governing my professional activities.
• Use legal forms of music and performance materials in the conduct of my entertainment services.
• Be honest and realistic conveying talent, abilities, and level of services to my clients.
• Deliver products and services to my clients, as promised, to the best of my abilities.
• Use a written contract clearly stating all charges, services, products, performance expectations and other essential information.
• Provide a safe work environment with adequate protection for my clients & their guests.
• Maintain adequate and appropriate insurance coverage for all business activities.
Muscle Shoals Music Association
Founded in 1975, The Muscle Shoals Music Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with the mission of “preserving and promoting the legacy and future of Muscle Shoals Music, while creating educational and employment opportunities for a new generation of music makers.” The MSMA’s purpose is built on the pillars of education, employment and awareness. The MSMA develops programs to educate through local, regional and world-wide educational systems and organizations.
Country Music Hall Of Fame Troubadours'
Troubadour members enjoy quarterly networking events at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. They connect with other like-minded professionals, ages 21-45, from Music City.
Troubadour membership directly supports the Museum’s Community Counts initiative, which provides free admission to youth from Davidson and bordering counties outside of school hours. This membership group of young leaders is committed to providing Museum access for the next generation of patrons.
