House Ape

Bio

Born in the deep rain-forests of Central Africa, was a chimpanzee named Kevin, who was unlike any other ape in the jungle. While his peers swung from vines and played in the treetops, he was fascinated by a different kind of rhythm. He was entranced by the sound of the rain, the wind in the leaves, and the chirping of birds, but most of all, he loved the beat of the jungle itself.

One day, as he sat by a gurgling stream, he found an old, discarded radio. He curiously examined it, pushing buttons and twisting knobs. Suddenly, music blared from the small device. The ape's eyes widened with wonder, and a rush of excitement coursed through him. The rhythmic beats and melodies filled his heart, and he began to dance, swaying to the music with pure joy.

The ape's newfound passion for music soon turned into an obsession. He spent hours each day tinkering with the radio, discovering new tunes and rhythms. His fellow chimps watched him with amusement, wondering why he was so captivated by this strange human invention.

As days turned into weeks, a fascination evolved into something more profound. He began to experiment with different sounds in the jungle, mimicking the melodies he had heard on the radio. He would beat rocks on tree trunks, clap his hands, and imitate the bird's songs, creating his own unique beats.

His affinity for rhythm and melody quickly became evident to his ape companions. They gathered around him as he improvised, and soon they too began to dance to his rhythms. The jungle was alive with the sounds of makeshift music, bringing joy and unity to his fellow chimpanzees.

Word of this ape's music soon reached a group of local scientists who were studying primates in the rain-forest. They were amazed by the ape's musical abilities and decided to observe him closely. They left a small record player with a collection of music, and Kevin immediately recognized the device, having heard a similar sound from the old radio he found.

The ape's journey into the world of DJ'ing had officially begun. With the record player, he learned to switch records, create unique mixes, and even scratch the vinyl with a twig. The scientists were astonished by the musical prodigy they had discovered.

Word of the DJ Ape spread far and wide. People from all around came to the rain-forest to witness his extraordinary deck skills. He performed at music festivals and even released his own jungle-inspired album.

But the ape never lost touch with his roots. He continued to live in the jungle, playing music for his ape friends and the animals of the rain-forest. He had found a way to bridge the gap between his passion for music and his love for the natural world.

The DJ Ape--House Ape--became a symbol of the extraordinary potential hidden within every living being, a reminder that art and creativity know no bounds. Chewy beats echoed through the rain-forest, proving that music, in all its forms, has the power to unite and inspire, even in the most unexpected places.

Reality:  (*yawns*) DJ'd since 1988 in Colorado, California, Hawaii, Germany, Spain, and China.  Done a lot of clubs, raves and mobile gigs. Have a gargantuan (idiotic, that is) stockpile of vinyl and a large library of digital tracks, but almost no CDs--never really got into them.  Components are Technics SL-1200 MK2 turntables (times two), which I got back in the 90s, and a Numark channel mixer--90s also. Software wise, I have Ableton, which is kinda cool but very slow and boring (it's much faster to just spin up the tables, if you have good records on hand).  Some of my mixes are all vinyl, which is made obvious by the age of the material contained in those mixes.  Some are all digital, but most are a melange of both.  Nowadays, I just mix music for fun, and to furnish my wife with stuff to listen to.  I work in aerospace by the here and now (satellite systems engr.), which isn't as fun as spinning records, but the hours are better.  I often imagine that my poor wife lives with a domesticated ape...

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Member since: 05 Oct 2023