Ep. 40 - Jesse Rose

Jesse Rose Wishes More DJs Would Retire. //  By pretty much
any standard, the life of a successful DJ is a good one. Sure,
social media is perpetually flooded with DJs complaining, but the
cons of long flights, lost luggage and logistical meltdowns pale in
comparison to the pros of global travel, VIP accommodations and
endless afterparties. Oh yeah, and getting to share music with
adoring fans around the world ain't a bad deal either. It's little
wonder why once most DJs reach the upper echelon, they'll be damned
if they'll let go. Which is why it was so surprising the
DJ/producer/labelhead Jesse Rose announced his intention to end his
enviable career following his final album, Alright Mate, and a 2017
full of gigs at the best clubs and festivals in the world. But as
he reveals on the Rave Curious podcast, Rose isn't the only
successful DJ who considers calling it quits after multiple decades
behind the decks. "Half the DJs who have been playing for so long
would love to retire but they don't because they're earning a great
living and traveling around the world," Rose reveals before
explaining the fundamental problem with this evergreen DJ
mentality. "It's actually a bad thing. New kids coming up with
passion and excitement is what got us into dance music to begin
with."