Neon Factory Presents: Mr Jay

The Neon Factory’s resident DJ, Mr Jay [AKA Jason Broomfield], has always had music as a big part of his life, with influences coming from as broad a horizon as his grandparents’ theatre exploits, to his early exposure to trippy 80’s bands such as Depeche Mode and Pink Floyd.

It was in 1999 however that Jason purchased his first record after falling in love with the beauty of a spinning vinyl on a turntable. He was instantly hooked on the art of DJ’ing and has spent the last 17 years exploring different sounds, music genres and technology of this art form.

Having been immediately drawn to the euphoric rave sounds of the late 90’s, Jason quickly honed his skills and picked up residencies at the Gallery nightclub as well as the infamous Club 55, with regular guest appearances at Club Sky and Sliver. It was here that he learnt how to manage a dance floor, holding his own alongside the various internationals traveling to SA at the time.

Musically, Jason doesn’t like to put himself into a music style “box”. Having delved into different sounds over the years, his music collection stretches from Old school Hard house to Uplifting trance, Deep house, Electro, Psy trance,  Techno and everything in between.  “Good music is universal” is his moto and being able to draw on these influences when the occasion demands it is something that only time behind the decks can teach.  Having said that, there are certain genres that are timeless and these are a particular favorite for this DJ. Deep Progressive House is one of these genres that has always been an influencer for Mr Jay and as such, will feature prominently in the Neon Factory’s journey into a musical and artistic exhibition.

 Catch Mr Jay at Neon Factory: Exposure

At ERA, 71 Loop Street, Cape Town

Doors Open at 19h00

A First Thursdays Cape Town Initiative