Forth & Back feat special guest J-RED
Schedule
Thu Aug 21 2025 at 08:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC+10:00Location
Section 8 | Melbourne, VI
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100% Phat keeps the guests coming as this month we play host to Australia's only world turntablist champion. Melbourne legend J-Red. With over three decades behind the decks and unrivaled skill, this is one for the hip hop heads!J-RED
Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Australia, DJ J-RED is a renowned turntablist and trailblazer in the world of DJing. With an illustrious career spanning over 30 years, he has left an indelible mark on the DJ and music industry and is celebrated as one of the pioneers in the art of DJing with visuals. Bringing a party atmosphere to the clubs and festival circuit when required, he can also add cuts and juggles and hang with the best DJs in the world.
Having honed his craft from a young age, DJ J-RED quickly rose to prominence, captivating audiences with his exceptional skills and innovative techniques. He has had the privilege of sharing the stage and collaborating with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including iconic artists such as Snoop Dogg, Public Enemy, Kool Herc, Ozomatli, Black Eyed Peas, A-Trak, Z-Trip, Jazzy Jeff and Q-Bert to name a few.
Furthermore, DJ J-RED's contributions to the DJ community go beyond his exceptional skills, as he is also an esteemed Ambassador for Pioneer DJ since 2004. His affiliation with the renowned brand further demonstrates his commitment to advancing the DJ culture and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of DJ equipment and technology.
Among his many ground breaking achievements, DJ J-RED can proudly claim the title of being the first DJ in the Southern Hemisphere to secure a World DJ championship title, a
feat that brought international recognition to the talent emanating from Australia's DJ scene.
In addition to his impressive achievements on the decks, DJ J-RED is also credited with revolutionizing the art of DJ battles by incorporating visuals into his performances. As the first DJ to introduce visuals in a DJ battle, he elevated the live DJ experience to new heights, mesmerizing audiences with a stunning fusion of music and captivating imagery.
Supported by 100% Phat's own DJ Mizhap, Deejay Hijack and YoungJun.
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Hip hop, funk, soul, reggae, dub, UKG, DnB and other phat sounds from Detroit to Berlin and old skool to new from the 100% Phat DJs and friends.
Just rock to the rhythm: Forth and Back.
6PM - 1AM / Free entry - get in early
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Where is it happening?
Section 8, Melbourne, AustraliaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
