DJs
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Kate Holden
Kate’s DJing career began nine years ago with her college scene at the University of Delaware. She has since DJ’d for events and local scenes alike, up and down the east coast. As the DJ Coordinator for Jazz Attack in Philadelphia, her favorite part of the job is ensuring that every social dance is filled with great music that gets everyone swinging out. Kate brings enthusiasm and energy to every event and hopes you’re as excited to hear her sets as she is to play them!
Kate will be DJing all band breaks for the weekend and the Friday late night dance.
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Nii Attoh Okine
At the suggestion of a friend, Nii discovered Lindy Hop at the University of Delaware in 2016. Known for always having his headphones on, he quickly fell in love with the sounds of big band swing. Now based in Baltimore, he DJs locally at Mobtown Ballroom and has also staff DJed at events both nationally and internationally.
As a DJ, Nii’s goal is to create a night filled with a variety of moods and themes that dancers will regret stepping away from. While his favorite bandleader is currently Duke Ellington, he has recently been exploring the works of Earl Hines, Ziggy Elman, and Harry James.
Nii will be DJing competition prelims and the Saturday late night dance.
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Mike McDermott
Mike got his DJing start in 2013 at the University of Delaware. Since then, he’s DJ’d up and down the East Coast, keeping Lindy Hop floors alive with high-energy sets that keep everyone grooving.
Mike’s sets are crafted to keep people engaged and throwing down hard all night long. From big bands to 5-piece combos, he’s got songs for every dancer and can curate a vibe for any room.
Mike will be closing out the weekend and DJing the after party!