Artist Profile
DJ SATORUDJ SATORU PROFILE
DJ and producer DJ SATORU began his career in Ibaraki, Japan, rooted in the local AREA 029 scene.
He started DJing in 2001. In 2004, deeply influenced by the culture and sound of CHICANO RAP, he began pursuing his path as a dedicated Chicano Rap DJ.
In 2007, he released his first MIX CD, "Los Suenos." He went on to release the "Los Suenos" and "Gangster Love" series, building a strong following with his distinctive selection and mixing style centered around CHICANO RAP, GANGSTA RAP, and WEST COAST HIP HOP.
Through his MIX releases, DJ SATORU has consistently featured not only artists from the US, but also artists active in Japan. His work has helped connect the WEST COAST and CHICANO scenes in Japan, particularly in his hometown of Ibaraki, with the street culture of California.
In 2009, drawing on the connections he had built with California, he brought CHICANO rapper MTO to Japan. He later based himself in Los Angeles, where he deepened his relationships with artists and members of the local music and street culture.
During his time in LA, he established connections with artists including Midget Loco, Lil Yogi, and Cricket. After returning to Japan, he continued to reflect those experiences and relationships in his music activities. His 2012 release "Gangster Love 5" featured shout-outs from Midget Loco, Lil Yogi, Cricket, and others.
Back home in Ibaraki, DJ SATORU has also expanded beyond DJing into event organization, hosting "CALI CONNECTA," an event centered around WEST COAST MUSIC. Through these activities, he has continued to build bridges between artists and scenes in Japan and overseas.
Never driven by trends, DJ SATORU has remained committed to the music and street culture of California that has shaped his identity as an artist.
JAPAN x CALIFORNIA.
With more than 25 years of experience and connections built across Japan and California, DJ SATORU continues to represent and push forward a new generation of WEST COAST HIP HOP under the name SOLDADOS.
Genre: Hip Hop/RapOrigin: Ibaraki
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