I've spent a lot of time over the last year digging deep into my relationship patterns and attachment issues.
First and foremost, I've learned how to love myself more.
Along the way, I've unpacked old habits, sat with uncomfortable truths, and figured out how to show up for myself and others in much healthier ways. It's been messy and difficult, but ultimately a necessary chapter in understanding the roots of how I connect with the world.
I'm still in it. Still learning. Still uncovering. Still making mistakes. But at least now I'm more aware of the underlying mess.
Last week, I put together a set that was my way of musically processing part of this journey. I planned on keeping it under wraps for a while and playing it out a few more times, but tbh it was emotional enough the two times I played it live. It's time to put a bow on it and put this part behind me.
Normally I spend far too much time perfecting my mixes and the art, but I'm just going to throw this out into the universe as the imperfect, beautiful mess it is (and as I am).
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Enjoy 💖
37 has always been my favorite number.
37 was easily my favorite year.
Thank you for all the birthday wishes yesterday 💜 I spent the day offline, resting and reflecting before work.
I was blessed with an insanely beautiful year. So many new and exciting experiences, so many new friends and connections, so many opportunities to create and instigate. I honestly can’t even begin to thank all the people who invited me to be part of something special. You know who you are, and you know how much I love you.
It’s funny... I’m entering my 18th year of DJing, and I spent more time on the decks in 2025 than any other year. There were so many moments over my career where I was close to calling it quits and finding a more “traditional” job. The life of a DJ... this hustle ain’t easy.
I’m glad I didn’t give up.
And I’m deeply grateful that I finally found a steady job where I get to do what I love for 30+ hours a week. Yesterday, multiple people asked why I was working on my birthday. Truly, I’m obsessed with DJing and always have been, so it’s an absolute joy to spend my birthday behind the decks.
I have one simple but concrete resolution for my 38th year...
Invest in myself.
I’m intentionally paring down my tour schedule this year, with only a few select gigs and festivals outside of my residency here in Vegas. The gift of stability has given me space to slow down, focus, and reassess. I plan on making the most of it.
This year, I’ll be taking more classes, learning and trying new things, and finally working through my list of “Oh, it’d be cool to try this someday.”
Today is someday.
If you’re reading this, I love and appreciate you.
Thank you for being you.
Thank you for letting me be me.
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don't think yer boi forgot his east coast roots. absolutely stoked to head back to @elementsfestival with the most stackedest crew in a couple weeks!
catch me spinning at the Fun Factory all weekend, hosting and mosting with my bff @rawblane amidst a bunch of ridiculous game shows, shenanigans, and obviously a ton of buffoonery.
i'll also be throwing down (at least) TWO sets at Elements.
proper silly times ahead 🤘
puttin' on my big bidness suit next week for an Artfully Debaucherous West Coast Weekender™
July 17 · @levity.arts · Gas Works Park · Seattle
July 18 · @pepperminthippolv · Las Vegas
July 19 · Art Angel · @skyportalx · Los Angeles
📸 @rukes
ChatGPT rendering of my outfit for @almostnakeyfreedomfest on Saturday in San Diego 🤘
I had to plan a fire fit when I'll be in the Most Dangerous B2B with my boo @trevorbones opening for friggin @nelly@shibasanmusic and @kaleenazanders 🫠
Now I've just got 48 hours to match those monstrous quads 🦿
Let me tell you about one of the most magical humans in the world.
From the moment I met @lizzierosemedia , I've been in awe of how she moves through the world... balancing professionalism with play, grace with goofiness, always with deep intention.
She approaches her art, and the art of those around her, with reverence, and brings a beautiful light to the world as we get to see it through her lens.
Beyond her photography, Lizzie has proven time and time again that she's a multi talented creative force: videographer, visual designer, fire spinner, flow artist, and the high priestess of f*ckery meditations.
It's my absolute honor to be a part of Lizzie's immersive career retrospective art show in Los Angeles on July 19. This show is a love letter to her journey, a multidimensional multimedia experience bursting with heart.
If you're in SoCal, for the love of baby Skrillex **do not miss this show**. It will be a beautiful experience we'll be telling stories about for years to come. Make the dive, buy a ticket, support the art, do the thing. I personally guarantee you'll have the time of your life.
L I N K . I N . B I O
CODE YELLOW: Instigator style! We kicked off @electric_forest with wand making. Through the clouds, we brought the energy of a thousand suns, and YOU brought the magic.
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#ElectricForest #EF2025 #ForestFam #IntoTheForest #GoodVibesOnly #FestivalLife #EDMFestival #ForestVibes #RaveCulture #PlurVibes #FestivalFit #ForestMagic #instigators
TOMORROW!! ⚡🌳
Heading back to one of my favorite places in the world for a full week of mischief and magic with @thoseinstigators 🤡
Truly grateful @electric_forest keeps inviting us back to create our lil brand of controlled chaos... we're gettin kinda good at it.
See you in the Forest, fam 🌳💖
MFW I'M SHARING A STAGE WITH NELLY
I JUST HIT 12000 IG FOLLOWERS
MY CAR IS FINALLY PAID OFF
AND I REMEMBER THAT WE
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