Dru Deep is one of the most dedicated electronic College Radio hosts out there. He’s been throwing down and collecting tracks since ’94. His impeccable ear for music and a keen eye on the underground house scene from around the world, has brought his 2 year running show, “The Loop,” one definitely to take note of.
“The purpose for The Loop is to give underground artists, dj’s, producers and labels an outlet to share and promote their music through a weekly radio show.” ~DJ Dru Deep
With more than 34 guest appearances from around the world and live DJ sessions in the KZSU Stanford station studio, Dru isn’t afraid to bring the best of the best on to his show. He’s had, Motor City Drum Ensemble, Luke Solomon, Dave Aju, Lil Mark, and !K7 Records just to name a few. For a more complete rundown check out his RadioFlag profile
“It’s all about giving the love back to the underground, to keep our scene growing and keeping everyone informed.” ~DJ Dru Deep
MotorCityDrum Ensemble — L.O.V.E. (DJ-Kicks)
His passion and love for the scene is shown through his ability to keep people in the ‘Loop’ week to week, themeing his shows based upon his extensive music collection. Each of his sessions are dedicated to a specific branch of the electronic underground movement; covering Chicago House, Down-tempo, Techno, Deep House, and basically anything that is currently relevant in the electronic scene.
“There will be a focus on Electronic Music from across the spectrum each week featuring releases,exclusive mixes,top picks,interviews and much more”.
Cosmin TRG – Lillasyster
Unraveling ‘The Loops’ playlists from the start of his DJ term all the way until the present, gives me a lengthy log of golden house / club / electronic bangers that have come right from the producers and labels themselves, making every segment of ‘The Loop’ a space for the most pumping and party-starting electronic music you’ll ever hear. It’s a segment on air at KZSU on Mondays from 9am – 12pm PST, where you’ll hear something you’ve never heard before. This is what makes the ‘The Loop’ extraordinary.
“It’s all about giving the love back to the underground, to keep our scene growing and keeping everyone informed.” ~ DJ Dru Deep
Not only does DJ DD always start his show on time time, he often substitutes for his fellow DJs and co-DJs their shows, often times even pulling all-nighters. He is a music spinning madman, that shows so much love for his craft and station, which gives listeners the impression that he would never allow Stanford University to be dead air. He has been known to cover for the Big Love show and The Electronik Groove; a show that gave him his start.
On top of that, his passion and enthusiasm to mix on air can be heard at its full capacity whenever there’s a special holiday or a day off. DJ Deep has always got the best set of grooves to get you on track and ready for a new day. Take his Valentines Day special mix for example, as well as his 12 hr specials featuring fellow KZSU DJs and guests.
He truly is a gatekeeper for the sound he is pushing on 90.1 FM in the San Jose/ San Francisco Bay area.
“This show is not just for the “regular dj”…this show is for the regular techno head, house head…the people dancing till the sun comes up. This is for all of you.
SUPPORT, SHARE, GIVE LOVE, DANCE, LISTEN, ENJOY!”
Dru Deep cares about his fans a lot and is active about keeping them in ‘The Loop.’ He is familiar with the arts and not only in the music branch. He is also proficient in the design aspects of things as well. Week to week he creates fliers to share with his fans, informing them about his featured artist and releases of the week. Listeners on RadioFlag can request DJ Dru Deep flag his links for direct access. It’s a great way for listeners to tune in to his show, and stay in the loop about the artists and sounds that are being explored.
Stay tuned in to The Loop. Dru Deep is bringing in a fresh line up of future guests including artists and labels you won’t want to miss like, Blunted Monkz, Dave Aju, DJ Ika, Kolour Recordings, Martin Aquino, Courtney Nielsen, Jesse Shay, Ralph Lawson-20:20 Vision, Gene Farris-Farris, and Wheel Recordings / Cajual-Chicago just to skim the surface.
Blunted Monkz “The Truth ” (Deep House / Funk)
DJ DD is also bringing back some of the electronic music-masters he has had on in the past such as, Motor City Drum Ensemble, !K7 Records, FACES Records / MCDE / Four Roses Recordings-Germany, Pepe Bradock-KIf-France , Luke Solomon- MFF/Classic, Roman Flügel-Playhouse-Germany, Wally Callerio-Dufflebag, Martin O’Brien-Gathering, Derek Scott aka The Rhythmist-Dobox Recordings, James Curd-Greenskeepers-Chicago/Australia, Axel Boman-Sweden, Chris Carrier-Catwash/Robsoul-France, and Mr. White just to name of few.
In addition, he has a bunch of theme shows planned that will cover a diverse geographical mix, among other things. The theme line up coming at you will be: All Chicago House Day, All Detroit Day, Classics Day, Local Day,Techno Day, Acid Day, House Day, Label Day, and last but not least Artist Day. If you really enjoy learning about his scene, The Loop is a great way to get educated ,connected to what’s hot, and chilled out all at the same time.
When Andrew Serna, A.K.A Dj Dru Deep, isn’t in the station mixing it up, he can be found at underground events in Nor-Cal and Northwestern parts of the country, deejaying and keeping everyone dancing into the the late night and til’ morning dawn. Don’t underestimate this guy or his groove; he is all about keeping listeners loving the scene and in The Loop.
“The goal is to get info out in our underground community and to keep everyone in “THE LOOP”
Tune in to ‘The Loop’ on Radioflag every Monday 9am – 12pm PST
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Hear a sample of KZSU’s DJ Dru Deep’s “The Loop” Part 1 and Part 2
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