Brian DePristo
"Sounds like Soul Sonic Force, and looks like a Motivational Speaker on Stage.... Downtempo, Drum n Bass, Breaks, and Funk... Producer, Songwriter, Artist, DJ Clark Kent."
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Born in Damascus, Maryland USA, Brian DePristo's (aka Dj Clark Kent) talent and art form were inspired in his teen years by Techno, Rap, and Rock while studying The Modern Arts. Regular performances in Washington, DC's top electronic night spots molded the artist in the 90's under his former stage name Dartainian ('95-'00). At the turn of the century he forged his DJ career on the club scene winning highly respected competitions and gained international recognition. Currently DePristo has expanded his art to original musical production and is featured on multiple compilations. Whether he is appearing with his band DARK MATTER, performing Live PAs, or thrilling the audience with a DJ Set, Brian DePristo aka Dj Clark Kent, enlightens his listeners with a fusion of progressive cross genre melodies that are guaranteed to relax the mind, stimulate the soul, and elevate your body to a whole new horizon.
-2003/Dec., Thedjlist.com ranked Brian DePristo 125th DJ in the world.
-2003/Oct., Ultraworld / Sonar Battle of the DJ's Champion
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I Love playing Live. The rush the people give me, I give right back to them. It is a never ended flow of energy.
Your musical influences
Discography Albums:
2006- LXD
2004- DePristo and the Sandman - s/t (ltd edition 100)
Compilations:
2006- Winter Music Conference Comp/ What If
2004- Ultrastar, Beautiful Abstractions Limited Edition/ Drum + Cello [ Brian Depristo RMX ]
2003- Promo Only, Alternative Club Series/ Drum + Cello (Brian DePristo RMX) Ultrastar
What equipment do you use?
-Live PA- and -Dj Set-
Alienware Laptop
Ozonic Midi Keyboard
Technic 1200 M3D (2)
Technic SL-DZ1200 (2)
Pioneer DJM 600
Anything else?
http://www.DjClarkKent.com
