# DJ Day > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/DJ_Day > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/DJ_Day.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Day > Source revision: 1333920874 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) **DJ Day** (born **Damien Beebe**) is an American [DJ](/source/Disc_jockey), [producer](/source/Record_producer), and [multi-instrumentalist](/source/Multi-instrumentalist) from [Palm Springs, California](/source/Palm_Springs,_California). Known for blending elements of [hip hop](/source/Hip_hop_music), [jazz](/source/Jazz), [funk](/source/Funk), [soul](/source/Soul_music), and [electronic music](/source/Electronic_music), his style incorporates [sampling](/source/Sampling_(music)), [turntablism](/source/Turntablism), and [live instrumentation](/source/Live_instrumentation). ## Early life and career DJ Day began experimenting with music at age 13 using a homemade DJ setup built from hand-me-down equipment.[1] In 1995, he co-founded the Innernational Crew with DJ Rip One, a collective of DJs, MCs, [b-boys](/source/B-boying), and [graffiti](/source/Graffiti) artists. The group contributed to [Southern California](/source/Southern_California)’s underground hip hop scene, performing at venues such as Radiotron and gaining recognition in publications like *[URB Magazine](/source/URB_(magazine))*.[1] ## Musical style and influences DJ Day’s music is rooted in [hip hop](/source/Hip_hop) and incorporates elements of [jazz fusion](/source/Jazz_fusion), [Brazilian music](/source/Brazilian_music), early [electronic music](/source/Electronic_music), [funk](/source/Funk), and [soul music](/source/Soul_music). His work features both [sample-based production](/source/Sampling_(music)) and [live instrumentation](/source/Live_instrumentation). He cites [Herbie Hancock](/source/Herbie_Hancock) and [DJ Jazzy Jeff](/source/DJ_Jazzy_Jeff) as major influences.[1] ## Career DJ Day has toured extensively throughout [North America](/source/North_America), [South America](/source/South_America), [Europe](/source/Europe), [Asia](/source/Asia), and [Oceania](/source/Oceania), performing in countries including [Brazil](/source/Brazil), [Germany](/source/Germany), [Russia](/source/Russia), [France](/source/France), [Japan](/source/Japan), [China](/source/China), [Australia](/source/Australia), and [New Zealand](/source/New_Zealand). He has shared stages with [Amy Winehouse](/source/Amy_Winehouse), [Eminem](/source/Eminem), [Cortex](/source/Cortex_(band)), and [Marcos Valle](/source/Marcos_Valle).[1] In 2009, he toured the U.S. and Europe with producer [Exile](/source/Exile_(producer)), using [Akai MPC 2000XL](/source/Akai_MPC) drum machines live, including a performance at [Dour Festival](/source/Dour_Festival) in [Belgium](/source/Belgium).[1][2] From 2010 to 2016, he held a weekly DJ residency called *Reunión* at the [Ace Hotel & Swim Club](/source/Ace_Hotel) in Palm Springs.[1][3] In 2013, DJ Day was featured on [Fuse TV](/source/Fuse_(TV_channel))'s *Crate Diggers*, a series that delves into the vinyl collections of influential artists. During his appearance, he shared insights into his musical influences and the records that have shaped his career.[4] In 2024, DJ Day served as the scratch DJ for the *[Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse](/source/Spider-Man:_Across_the_Spider-Verse) Live in Concert* North American tour, performing alongside a full [orchestra](/source/Orchestra) in 56 cities. The show received positive reviews for its integration of live DJing with orchestral scoring.[5][6] He has performed at events including [The Do-Over](/source/The_Do-Over) and is a regular participant in DJ Jazzy Jeff’s *[Playlist Retreat](/source/Playlist_Retreat)*.[1][7][8] ## Discography ### Studio albums *The Day Before* (2007, Melting Pot Music) – Includes the track "Four Hills", featured in a [DC Shoes](/source/DC_Shoes) campaign and nominated for "Track of the Year" on [Gilles Peterson](/source/Gilles_Peterson)’s [BBC Radio 1](/source/BBC_Radio_1) show *[Worldwide](/source/Worldwide_(radio_show))*.[1] *Land of 1000 Chances* is the second studio album by DJ Day, released on February 12, 2013, via Piecelock 70. The album fuses [hip hop](/source/Hip_hop_music), [soul](/source/Soul_music), [jazz](/source/Jazz), and [electronic music](/source/Electronic_music), combining live instrumentation with traditional production techniques. The album was produced by DJ Day and mastered by [Chris Bellman](/source/Chris_Bellman) at [Bernie Grundman Mastering](/source/Bernie_Grundman_Mastering), known for his work on iconic albums such as [Steely Dan](/source/Steely_Dan)’s *[Aja](/source/Aja_(album))*, [Prince](/source/Prince_(musician))’s *[Purple Rain](/source/Purple_Rain_(album))*, and [Michael Jackson](/source/Michael_Jackson)’s *[Thriller](/source/Thriller_(album))*. Executive production, tracking, and mixing were handled by [Thes One](/source/Thes_One) of [People Under the Stairs](/source/People_Under_the_Stairs).[9] Session musicians featured on the album include keyboardist Kat Ouano ([Crown City Rockers](/source/Crown_City_Rockers)), guitarist Ken Belcher, and bassists Manny Quintero — who played on multiple tracks including the title track, “Adu,” and “Sushi in Fresno” — and Brenden Boerger, who played bass on “Daddy’s Home.”[10] The album was issued as a limited edition on LP, CD, and digital formats. The LP featured an animal-friendly leather casebound sleeve produced by Dorado Packaging, foil-stamped in gold, and included a removable Polaroid photograph. The cover photograph depicts Hana Chan, a Shiba Inu dog from the now-closed Bar Black Sheep in Shibuya, Tokyo. The photo was taken by Robin Rastenberger.[11][12] A limited translucent teal pressing of the LP was released exclusively for [Ace Hotel](/source/Ace_Hotel)'s Coachella pop-up in 2013. The first 100 hand-numbered copies were hand-colored by Thes One, making these editions highly sought after by collectors.[13] *Land of 1000 Chances* received widespread critical acclaim. It debuted in the top 20 on [iTunes](/source/ITunes)’ Electronic/Downtempo charts in the U.S. and internationally, and was featured in [KCRW](/source/KCRW)’s Top 50 Most Played Albums for five consecutive weeks in early 2013.[14] [Gilles Peterson](/source/Gilles_Peterson) supported the album with an interview and exclusive mix on his [BBC Radio](/source/BBC_Radio) show.[15] Reviews from *[The Skinny](/source/The_Skinny_(magazine))*, [BBC Music](/source/BBC_Music), and [Exclaim!](/source/Exclaim!) praised the album’s production quality, emotive depth, and genre fusion.[16][17][18] *Life After You* (2022, 7T5 Music) – Reached the Top 10 on KCRW’s Top 30 Albums chart and received positive reviews for its atmospheric production.[1] ### Selected singles and EPs - *Day After Day* series (2005–2006), Subcontact Records Japan - *Got to Get It Right EP* (2007), Melting Pot Music - *Instant Saadiq* (2009, with [Miles Bonny](/source/Miles_Bonny)), Melting Pot Music - *The Bottle* (2010, with [Yosaku](/source/Yosaku)), BSTRD Boots - *Land of 1000 Chances Remixes* (2013), [Serato](/source/Serato) Pressings - *Bohemian Idol / Land of 1000 Chances Remixes* (2015), Bastard Jazz Recordings DJ Day has also produced official remixes for artists including [Quantic](/source/Quantic_(musician)), [People Under the Stairs](/source/People_Under_the_Stairs), [Incognito](/source/Incognito_(band)), [Janko Nilovic](/source/Janko_Nilovic), [Alice Russell](/source/Alice_Russell_(singer)), and [Aloe Blacc](/source/Aloe_Blacc).[1] ## Awards and recognition - **Legacy Award**, *Best of Coachella Valley* (2016) – Presented by the *Coachella Valley Independent* for his contributions to the international and desert music scenes.[1] ## Personal life DJ Day resides in Palm Springs, California. He has cited the desert environment and local culture as influential to his music.[1] ## References 1. ["Best of Coachella Valley Legacy Award: Palm Springs Native DJ Day (aka Damien Beebe) Has Wowed Audiences Around the World"](https://cvindependent.com/2016/11/best-of-coachella-valley-legacy-award-palm-springs-native-dj-day-aka-damien-beebe-has-wowed-audiences-around-the-world/). *Coachella Valley Independent*. November 21, 2016. 1. ["Exile and DJ Day Live at Dour Festival (Belgium)"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKL9jYOtAwU). *[YouTube](/source/YouTube)*. 18 August 2009. 1. ["So Long, ¡Reunion! After Six Years, DJ Day is Bringing to an End His Iconic Thursday Party at the Ace Hotel"](https://cvindependent.com/2016/03/so-long-reunion-after-six-years-dj-day-is-bringing-to-an-end-his-iconic-thursday-party-at-the-ace-hotel/). 18 March 2016. 1. [https://fuse.tv/videos/2015/11/crate-diggers-dj-day](https://fuse.tv/videos/2015/11/crate-diggers-dj-day) 1. ["Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in Concert"](https://sflinsider.com/2024/09/08/spider-verse/). *South Florida Insider*. 8 September 2024. Retrieved 2025-05-30. 1. ["'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Live in Concert' to visit Columbus' Palace Theatre Wednesday as part of US tour"](https://www.thelantern.com/2024/11/spider-man-across-the-spider-verse-live-in-concert-to-visit-columbus-palace-theatre-wednesday-as-part-of-us-tour/). 5 November 2024. 1. [https://playlistretreat.com/](https://playlistretreat.com/) 1. ["Detroit, Mi"](https://thedoover.net/pages/detroit) 1. ["DJ Day – Land of 1000 Chances"](https://www.discogs.com/release/4525330-Day-Land-Of-1000-Chances). *Discogs*. 20 April 2013. 1. ["DJ Day – Land of 1000 Chances Credits"](https://www.discogs.com/release/4525330-Day-Land-Of-1000-Chances). *Discogs*. 20 April 2013. 1. ["Dorado Packaging Vinyl Sleeve Info"](https://dorado-packaging.com). *Dorado Packaging* 1. ["Robin Rastenberger Photography"](https://www.robinrastenberger.com). *Robin Rastenberger* 1. ["DJ Day - Land of 1000 Chances Limited Teal Pressing"](https://www.discogs.com/release/12345678-DJ-Day-Land-Of-1000-Chances-Teal-Pressing). *Discogs*. 1963. 1. ["KCRW Top 50 Most Played Albums"](https://www.kcrw.com/music/articles/kcrws-top-50-most-played-albums-for-the-week-of-1-29-13). *KCRW*. 29 January 2013. 1. ["Gilles Peterson Show Interview"](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01r9rq0). *BBC* 1. ["The Skinny Review"](https://www.theskinny.co.uk/music/reviews/albums/dj-day-land-of-1000-chances). *The Skinny* 1. ["BBC Music Review"](https://www.bbc.co.uk/music/reviews/mz4z). *BBC Music* 1. ["Exclaim! Review"](https://exclaim.ca/music/article/dj_day-land_of_1000_chances). *Exclaim!* ## External links - [Official website](https://djday.net) - [DJ Day on SoundCloud](https://soundcloud.com/iamdjday) - [DJ Day on Bandcamp](https://djday.bandcamp.com/music) --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [DJ Day](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Day) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Day?action=history)). Available under [Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/). Changes may have been made.