Written by: Jeremy Hopper
Since his teenage years, Kevin Saftner, always wanted to pursue a career in music. After years of being a DJ, he now is the head of one of the biggest music production agencies in Pittsburgh, James Street Promotions. Best known for bringing talented musicians to the bar scene, James Street Promotions has had a great deal of success among the local crowd and Saftner hopes for many more years of continued success.
1. How did you get started in the music industry?
When I was about 14 or 15 and I remember starting to “Burn” CDs from Napster and Limewire I remember hearing the artist Atmosphere for the first time and it blew my mind. It was the first time I heard something that wasn’t on the radio or MTV. I knew I wanted to get the music out to more people so decided to start DJing birthday parties, school dances etc.
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