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DJ Toons: India to UK, Bollywood to Psy-Trance
22 Aug
Summary
- DJ Toons arrived in London in 2022 with extensive Indian DJ experience.
- He adapted his sets to diverse London audiences while maintaining identity.
- Toons explored making DJ equipment accessible for visually impaired users.
Arriving in London in 2022, DJ Toons brought a decade of experience from India, covering genres from Bollywood to psy-trance. His transition to the UK music scene was swift, with his first booking occurring merely a day after his arrival.
Toons has since established himself within London's South Asian club circuit. He excels at tailoring his performances for different venues and audiences, managing to adapt his style while preserving his core musical essence. This adaptability is key to his success.
A significant experience involved performing at Pragna Mandir School for visually impaired students in Gujarat. This performance prompted him to consider how DJ equipment could be made more accessible, particularly for those who rely less on visual cues.
Four years after his initial London booking, DJ Toons has demonstrated his versatility across cities, audiences, and musical genres. His future endeavors may involve integrating his varied practices, from Bollywood and open-format sets to psy-trance and his production work.
