This week, we sit down with one of Richmond's most recognizable voices and DJs, DJ Kobe! 🎶🎤 From hosting a syndicated morning radio show heard across multiple cities to keeping Tobacco Club's dance floor packed every Saturday night, Kobe shares the incredible journey that took him from upstate New York radio intern to RVA nightlife staple.
We first connected with Kobe through Instagram, but after seeing him absolutely crush it at Daft Disco at Ember Music Hall, we knew we had to get him on the show. The energy was electric, the dance floor was packed, and the vibes were unforgettable. ⚡🪩
In This Episode:
🎧 How Kobe got his start in radio and DJing
📻 What it's really like hosting a syndicated morning radio show
🕺 The magic behind Daft Disco and why that crowd left such a lasting impression
🎵 Opening for artists like Mac Miller, Big Sean, Flo Rida, Tinashe, and more
⭐ Meeting celebrities including Taylor Swift and Justin Timberlake
🍻 How changing drinking habits are reshaping nightlife and club culture
☕ The rise of coffee raves, wellness events, and sober social experiences
🎚️ Why today's DJs rely on remixes, nostalgia, and crowd psychology
🏙️ Richmond's evolving music scene and where Kobe thinks it's headed next
🎤 Stories from Tobacco Club, New York Deli, The Park, and beyond
😂 Plus: Wu-Tang Clan stories, gummy-fueled late-night DJ sessions, and the wild world of radio behind the scenes
Follow DJ Kobe
📸 Instagram: @kobeontheradio
🎙️ Listen to Kobe weekdays on Classic Rock 96.5
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