Opening Set S03E02: Uproot Andy

OPENING SET

Uproot Andy is a world renowned DJ and remixer. In 2008, he and Geko Jones founded Que Bajo, the tropical bass NYC party that pioneered the “Global Bass” sound. Originally from Canada, later based in Brooklyn, his radio show “Bien Buena” (alongside Riobamba) on Red Bull Radio introduced a whole new audience to sounds from the diaspora. He is the cofounder of Que Bajo Records and his remixes are staples for electronic DJs all over the globe. In this interview, Uproot Andy talks about connecting with local DJ scenes, throwing parties around non-mainstream music, and contextualizing music with its roots. You can follow Uproot Andy on all social media at @uprootandy