Today we’d like to introduce you to Isaiah Reyes.
Hi isaiah, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
My name is isaiah reyes, but most commonly known as isaiahfromtexas, the founder of SA Collective, Bruk Out! I started my DJ career in 2004, but prior to that I was behind the scenes in the music business. My focus in music has been Caribbean sounds. In 2013 is when myself and SA producer, Sonora, decided to take it a step further and started Bruk Out! Which currently includes DJ/MC Mista Cheech and percussionist Hippie Cholo.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
No, it hasn’t. In the begining of Bruk Out! days, venues, promoters and clubs didnt understand the sounds we were providing. At that time we focused on reggae and dancehall, which we slowly began introducing artist from Panama, Puerto Rico, and Latin America. People were so confused as to what it was. At that time, Latin music wasnt as accepted in clubs as it is now. So there was several places not wanting us to bring that party to their venue because “no one wants to hear spanish music” , but I believed in what we were doing, and kept pushing forward. So trying to sell our brand as a fusion, and having them understand that we were trying to build a bridge between cultures was extremely difficult.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
Today most people know me for our Bruk Out! party. Which was known as the premier tropical and global bass sound party. At our events you will hear dancehall, reggae en espanol, cumbia, reggaeton at a high energy level. What sets us a part is our sound selection, our remixes, and our extensive knowledge of music while being fused with live MC’s and live percussion.
What would you say have been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
To never stop learning and never settle for mediocracy in my craft. There will always be someone who you can learn something to better your skill. I have always given it my all. Also, holding a strong value of community, especially towards those who helped build the scene. No one person plays a level over the other. For instance, i dont view any of our DJs as more important than that one person who is in the crowd that has always supported us. With out each other there would be no point. We all need to support each other to keep the movement alive and strong. The way i see it, is i have a room full of 300 people and no one is dancing, then i need to level up. i can have a room of 10 people and all 10 people are dancing, then to me, thats a major win!
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @isaiahfromtexas @brukoutsa
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brukout5560
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/isaiah-fromtexas
