About DJ Ref
After receiving his business degree, DJ Ref, born Aaron Brown, decided it was time to make his mark in the world, literally. Ref went green and became one of California’s original (mobile) solar-powered DJs.
He didn’t just muster up this plan on a whim. Ref has always been a progressive thinker. Likewise, he has always had an affinity for music. Once he figured out he could do some good while doing something he loved, there was no turning back.
Over the last three years, Ref has garnered a strong green following. Ref proudly works with urban youth to bring awareness about the role they play in the ecosystem. In 2007, Ref founded Moguls through Melody, a free after school program that teaches children music theory Fundamentals and basic business skills. The program fosters confidence and responsibility and has recently partnered up with The Boys and Girls Club. MTM will begin working with local schools in 2010.
For his efforts, Ref has been mentioned on Television shows, several green blogs (including Ecostiletto.com) and progressive outlets such as Examiner.com. He was also interviewed for a recent NPR feature regarding promising entrepreneurs.
Ref developed a passion for music early. By age 11, Ref was already an intern for a San Francisco Radio Station. Soon after, Ref began to develop his technique and emotive style, fostering a devoted following. Since then, Ref has been seen rocking clubs in New York, Las Vegas and Brazil. He has DJ’d for companies like Universal Studios, Nestle, Nike, BB King, and of course, L.A. Green Drinks and appeared on television shows like BET’s Comicview and Baldwin Hills.
Ref has also made music of his own. He has production credits with artists like E-40 and has scored music for movies featured on Spike TV and The Disney Channel.
Even with his growing success, Ref remains incredibly humble, grateful to spread his love of music, and eager to sustain his position in the green movement.
Here are ten (10) things you should know about
DJ Ref:
-He hails from Oakland, Ca-”Home of the Hyphy”- and attended St. Marys High School, where he first working in radio at age 12 and started DJ’ing house parties at 14.
-He majored in Buisness Management at CSUN (Califonia State University Northridge).
-He is a Pro at Wii tennis, and welcomes all competitors!
He’s worked as a Radio call screener, Radio/Club DJ, Music Producer (TV/Film), Construction Worker, Website Designer, Sailing Instructor, Camp Counselor, Telemarketer, and Easter Egg Stuffer at Dreamworks.
-He produced a song for E-40 and Rankin Screws when he was in high school.
-He is a really big tech geek and began computer programming at age 12.
-He loves to cook–His favorite dishes to cook include Anything BBQ’d, Buffalo Wings, Homemade Marinara Sauce, and Roasted Salmon Sushi.
-His favorite sports teams are Oakland Raiders, The Dallas Cowboys(I see you CB #27!), The Golden State Warriors, and The Oakland A’s. He is slowly warming up to the idea of being a Laker fan.
-His favorite song is “Party All The Time” by Eddie Murphy, and his favorite album depends on the mood. Can’t go wrong with Musiq Soulchild circa 1999-2003 and any Kanye West or John Mayer album.
-He knows what your thinking.
About 717 Entertainment
717 is an entertainment company that deals with music, film, and television, as well as promotions and marketing. 717 have had the opportunity to work for different companies such as: Disney, BET, Geffen/Interscope, Larry Levinson Productions, and more. 717 has already added a Gold Record to their wall (Disney Jump In! Soundtrack), worked with major artist and producers such as Prima J (Geffen), The Bakery (Huey-”Pop, Lock, and Drop It”) and Royal XVI (Michelle Williams, Flo Rida). Their music was featured on the TV show BET “Comic View” and recently composed music for the TV movie “Crash & Burn” (Spike TV).
