Those who have been to a small local con often find themselves in a dead silent DJ-less hall. Just staring into space or looking blankly into the shine of their cell phone.
Aussie Dave
Dave who by chance IS Australian has been the Emcee on the main stage all weekend! Is the WORLDWIDE WHIRLWIND of the team. having worked in 6 out of 7 continents! he was overjoyed to see the appreciation of the fans all being under one roof to celebrate together. He loves cosplay in fact he will stop the “Show before THE SHOW” to call a fantastic cosplayer out. Saying “This is the place to let YOUR flag fly!” As much as he implores the crowd to be involved, this year with conventions finally coming back has been a learning experience. Working on the fly ad-libbing to each crowd’s comfortability level.
DJ KD Queen
Katie is no stranger to the Con scene but this was her first appearance here at NYCC! While in control of the main stages turntables, I asked how do you set your playlist to appeal to the multigenerational attendees. Katie went on the say “Our forte might not be family-friendly per se but a more broad spectrum.” Her go-to is a Top 40 followed by a throwback finishing with a nerd song. Let me tell you it works!
Thoughts from the Con Floor
As someone who has worked in the hospitality and club scene for over 20 years. I wanted to take time to appreciate those who are the nervous system of the stage, keeping the crowd alive and buzzing! Once the crowd is hyped it’s a domino effect! The panelists feed off that energy and give it back 10 fold! Also, who would want to talk to a bunch of quiet wallflowers and shy guys?! That’s why these DJs and Hypemen are so important to your convention experience! We are grateful for it!
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