Episode 357: Club 1BD "The Viral Apartment Party That Took Over Your Feed"

This week, we’re joined by @ItsDavidTheDJ and @ArtyFurtado—the creator and curator behind the viral sensation @Club1BD. We kick things off with the origin story of Club 1BD and how it all began with a breakout viral moment (00:55). David shares his journey from wedding DJ to internet phenomenon, and how a chance meeting with Arty at NYU sparked their creative partnership (12:01). We dive into the challenges of copyright in the age of viral content and how it shapes monetization strategies (22:01), followed by a candid discussion a bout backlash to their videos and the criticism surrounding crowd reactions (40:50). They open up about collaborating with guest DJs, expanding the party beyond NYC, and the distinct visual editing style of @BestOfVoguee—all while honoring the deep influence of Black and Queer culture (48:01). At (1:11:01), we talk about why a great mix alone isn’t enough in today’s landscape—you need standout videography to cut through the noise. The crew reflects on the creative obstacles they've faced, how they iterate to evolve (1:23:01), and their mission to spotlight women DJs while challenging the stigma around using controllers in DJ culture (1:30:01). We wrap with Arty sharing insights on his company, @FurtadoGlobal, and how it's pushing the boundaries of event innovation in NYC and beyond (1:39:30).

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