DJX ‘25 Education: Kool DJ Red Alert to Deliver ‘Keynote Q&A’
During DJX ’25, Red Alert will sit down for a “Keynote Q&A” to tell his success story and discuss the history of hip hop – and his place in it.
Atlantic City, N.J. – Whenever DJs are mentioned as historical arbiters of taste and culture-changing promoters of genres, Kool DJ Red Alert’s name is always near the top of those lists. Long-known as one of hip hop’s great radio pioneers, Red Alert has rocked the New York City area airwaves for more than 40 years and has played a pivotal role in making hip hop the cultural force that it is. At DJX ’25, Red Alert will sit down for a “Keynote Q&A” to tell his success story and discuss the history of hip hop – and his place in it.
Join us at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City from August 11-14 for DJX ‘25—the 35th anniversary of the industry’s most powerful gathering. This is where it all happens, all in one place, under one roof, at one time. Demo and shop for the latest gear and explore cutting-edge technology trends. Take part in interactive experiences, next-level education, and network with top DJs, producers, brands, and thought leaders - because real opportunities happen through eye contact and handshakes. Grab your passes now and set the standard in '25.
Keynote Q&A: Kool DJ Red Alert
As one of hip hop’s radio trailblazers, Kool DJ Red Alert (aka Frederick Crute) has broken more music than almost any DJ you could mention. In his case, that includes Native Tongues acts like A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul and Queen Latifah, plus KRS-One’s Boogie Down Productions collective and more. He’s also served as tour DJ for a variety of acts such as BDP and the Jungle Brothers. His “Red Alert Goes Baserk” mixshow on KISS-FM was a legendary blast from the early days of the genre, and he’s continued with a series of mixshows on Gotham stations WBLS and Hot 97. His honors and accomplishments are many:
More than 40 years DJing live on NYC radio channels
Honorary Ambassador to the United Nations for his achievements in music
Honored with his own exhibit in the Radio Section at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Original member of Universal Zulu Nation
Honorary location on the Bronx Walk of Fame
Has appeared in over 50 music videos
Presented by Mo & Joe Electronics. In addition to his “Keynote Q&A” appearance on Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 1:30 p.m., Kool DJ Red Alert will be spinning at the Mo & Joe Electronics booth on the DJX exhibit floor, which will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Running since 1990, DJX, produced by DJ LIFE and Hazan Media Group, is the premier global event for the DJ industry. As the largest, longest running, and most impactful gathering of DJs in the Americas, DJX is where DJs, artists, radio stations, mix-show hosts, brands, retailers and industry leaders connect in person to celebrate music, innovation, and education. Highlights include the industry’s largest show floor, After Dark events, and nearly 40 educational sessions.
Don’t sleep on your passes — register for DJX ‘25 today, HERE.