During their final year of high school, most students get a case of “senioritis.” Symptoms may include slacking off on homework, a lack of motivation and poor class attendance.
Michael Eisner used this period of his life to launch his DJ career. With the support of his parents, he began DJing anywhere he could; on the radio and then at fraternity events when he moved to New York for college.
What began as a hobby has since catapulted him to international fame. Now known as DJ Splyce, he travels to destinations that include Jamaica, Antigua, Cancun, Malaysia, Romania and Japan, and spins in Los Angeles nightclubs.
This celebrity exposure brought media attention and corporate clients as Splyce expanded his repertoire to include performances at events and conferences.
He has worked with demanding celebrities (and planners), and has learned to listen to what his clients want.
“I don’t have an ego when working with someone,” he says.
“As fun and energetic as nightclubs are, corporate events create a sense of elegance and sophistication that I admire and appreciate,” Splyce says, “The amount of talent, work and patience that goes into planning an event is astounding.”
Splyce points out that while there are differences in DJing private events versus nightclubs, he recognizes the value in both.
“Corporate events are when people get to take a break from their work,” he says, which differs from the priorities in a club, which is typically bar sales.
“Both clubs and private events are great, exciting, atmospheres,” he offers. “The key to success is understanding who you’re playing for and how to adapt to each environment.”
