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DJ's 'Sign from Universe' Led to Festival Stardom
29 May
Summary
- Hollander pursued music full-time after a spiritual sign led to festival bookings.
- She juggled multiple jobs before her career took off with major festival appearances.
- Her passion for DJing began at summer camp and continued through college.
Jackie Hollander's ascent in the electronic music scene was spurred by a profound "sign from the universe." While working multiple jobs and questioning her path, a spiritual request for guidance was answered with bookings for EDC Las Vegas and Outside Lands, prompting her to pursue music full-time. Her career, which began with early DJing experiences at summer camp and family gatherings in the Bay Area, has seen her release music on notable labels like Nervous Records and Black Book Records.
Hollander's journey included attending USC and rediscovering DJing during the pandemic lockdown, where she honed her skills through livestreams. A last-minute opportunity to DJ a fraternity party proved pivotal, confirming her passion. After graduating and briefly working in cybersecurity, she dedicated herself to music production, eventually signing nine tracks by late 2023 and securing management and agent representation.
Now based in Los Angeles, Hollander is preparing for a busy summer festival season with performances scheduled at Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Electric Forest, among others. She emphasizes the importance of consistent music releases and persistent outreach to labels, advising aspiring artists that perseverance and believing in one's calling are key to navigating the industry and achieving success.
