OUR TEAM
DJs, Music Producers, Songwriters, Engineers, and more
Chris Michael (Scrooge)
Director of Operations,
DJ,Producer
Experienced Producer & Disk Jockey working with artists such as Mike Dean, Quincy Jones, Bun B, Feel Rich (Netflix Documentary), Ghostface Killer, Republic Records, Universal Records, Motown (CAPITOL RECORDS), DEF JAM, Baby Bash, Trae Tha Truth, Slim Thug, Z-Ro, E.S.G., 2Chainz, Future (Pluto), and many more, with a demonstrated history of working in the education, management, & Music industry.
Originated from Beaumont TX, currently residing in Austin, TX & California.
Skilled in Music Management, Music Production, Event Planning, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Film, and Marketing Strategy. Strong engineering professional with a focus in Business Administration and Artist Management.
Specializing In:
Serato DJ Pro
David Elliott
(DJ Grip)
Asst. Director, DJ
DJ Grip is a Houston-born DJ and producer who co-founded the Austin-based label Dollaz N Since with DJ Since in 2004. Together, they’ve released over 100 mixtapes across the South, including popular series like Down In Texas, Anti-Broke, and The Game Needs Us. Starting with playing guitar at age 12, Grip developed a love for diverse music genres, which now performing under the name "Grippy" influences his open-format DJ sets that mix Hip Hop, EDM, Latin, and House music.
He’s shared the stage with artists like Migos, Wiz Khalifa, UGK, Rick Ross, Nipsey Hussel, and Paul Wall, and spent four years as a top radio DJ in Austin. Today, he’s the Assistant Director at Dub Academy, where he mentors the next generation of DJs and Producers. "Giving back to the music community of Austin, that's given so much to me is the most important thing I can do."
-Grip
Ethan Berdofe (Reue)
DJ, Producer, Audio Engineer
Ethan Reue Berdofe, raised in Austin, TX, has been pushing the boundaries of underground electronic music from a young age. Known as a rising talent in his hometown, Reue honed his skills through various projects, including solo work, band collaborations, and studies at Berklee College of Music. By 2023, he had headlined shows in LA, London, and Medellin, and self released an impressive 16 singles.
Reue's accomplishments include six songs featured on Mau5trap's podcast, work in video game composition, and performances at major festivals like Lights All Night and Seismic. His debut EP "Acid Patch Kids" hit #7 on Beatport's techno charts, and he's now based in London, spreading Austin’s signature "weirdness."
Specializing In:
Ableton
Hardware Performance
Rekordbox DJ
Jose Sandoval
(Purple K Beats)
Specializing In:
Pro Tools
FL Studio
Head of Production, Producer, Audio Engineer
He achieved his first major label production placement with Def Jam in 2019 thru producer collective, Narcowave, marking the beginning of a series of significant accomplishments. Jose’s career continued to flourish with a placement on STARZ show “P-Valley”, followed by production contributions to Drakeo The Ruler’s album “The Truth Hurts” and Saweetie’s EP “The Single Life”. While working with Saweetie, he also became a member of 1500 or Nothin’, a producer/musician/engineer collective which was founded by Rance Dopson and James Fauntleroy. Additional projects included vocal arrangements for Gunna’s song “Born Rich” and mixing Lil Durk’s single “F*ck U Thought.”
In September, he recorded Glorilla on the track “Wrong One.” Most notably, Jose engineered Latin artist Eladio Carrión’s record “Luchas Mentales,” which appeared on his acclaimed album “Sol María”, which has currently earned him a Latin Grammy nomination. Jose also landed a writing placement on Mary J. Blige’s record “Breathing Ft. Fabolous,” which has reached #1 on the RnB radio charts as of October 2024. As of late 2024, Jose has relocated back to Austin to join forces with Warm Studios, continuing to push the boundaries of music production and collaboration.
George Pettus
(GP)
Producer, Pianist
George, a Grammy-nominated, Emmy-winning producer and musician from Southampton, NY, now based in Austin, TX, is the son of former MCA artist Giorge Pettus. Renowned for his collaborations with acclaimed artists, George has worked with 9th Wonder and Soul Council on Grammy-nominated albums by Rapsody featuring stars like Common and Childish Gambino. He produced Melba Moore's 2015 UK chart-topping R&B album and hit house track "I’m Just Doing Me."
Managed by 3-time Grammy nominee Terry Hunter, George has remixed for Beyoncé and Deborah Cox, contributed to Hulu’s Wu-Tang series, and helped score Netflix’s *Good Times*. His award-winning work on Netflix’s *Bubba Wallace: The Race* earned him an Emmy, and he holds a proclamation from Austin, TX, for his community contributions.
Specializing In:
Logic Pro
NI Maschine
Specializing In:
Serato DJ Pro
Clases en Espanol
Danny Ritmo
(DJ Danny Ritmo)
DJ
With over 13 years in Austin’s DJ scene, Danny Ritmo has become one of the city’s top Latin DJs, known for his high-energy sets and charismatic MC skills. His performances, blending Latin beats with electrifying stage presence, have made him a favorite at corporate events, private parties, and nightclubs.
Danny Ritmo has opened for top Latin artists like Fuerza Regida and Grupo Duelo and has taken the stage as an MC for major events, including the Billboard stage at Austin City Limits and Rumbazo Fest in Las Vegas. His ability to engage diverse audiences has solidified his place in the Latin music scene.
Cara Cumberford
(Dirty Jackie)
DJ, Producer
DirtyJackie is known for her dark and unique DJ style that is both groovy and electrifying. Her experience with mixing over 6 years now, bringing energy to bars, clubs, and a variety of venues. she is skilled in specifically curating to a crowd and designing playlists for a multitude of different events.
As a true open format DJ, she is well versed in several genres, with focus in house, experimental bass, and bass house. She views DJing as an art form and a way of expressing herself in front of a crowd with sharing the beauty of music. Also a beginner level producer with songs in the works. She is excited to be part of the Dub Academy team and honored to share the space with many other creatives!
Specializing In:
Rekordbox DJ
Tommy Langford
(Tomfurd)
Specializing In:
Ableton
Producer, Audio Engineer
Tommy Langford is a music producer, audio engineer, and multi-instrumentalist with experience in studios in New York and Chicago. Recently, he moved to Austin to build his own recording studio.
With a focus on creating diverse sounds and arrangements, Tommy enjoys collaborating with artists to bring their musical ideas to life. His approachable style and dedication to quality make him a valuable partner in the music-making process.
Brendan Carroll
(Den Zuko)
DJ, Producer, Musician
Brendan Carroll, AKA Den Zuko, has been producing an eclectic mix of music for 14 years. After studying jazz saxophone in college and performing with countless bands as a freelancer, he immersed himself in the electronic music world, focusing on blending his very strong music theory chops with an ability to translate any sound from his head into a DAW.
He has taught woodwind, brass, percussion, piano, production, and theory for over a decade to students aged 5-65. He brings a deep technical knowledge developed from years of real world experience DJing, performing, and engineering as well as his degrees in audio engineering and digital composition to his lessons while focusing on clarity, creativity and practicality.
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Specializing In:
Ableton
Rekordbox DJ
Serato DJ Pro
DJ Ajah Monet
DJ, Influencer
Specializing In:
Serato DJ Pro
Ajah Monet, known for her versatility and creative mashups, brings a unique blend of Afrobeats, house, and hip-hop/R&B to her DJ sets. Inspired by her late best friend DJ DreDay and her brother’s passion for music, Ajah entered the DJ world headfirst a year ago and has quickly made a name for herself.
She loves sharing fresh tracks and genre-bending remixes with her audience, giving her students the tools to kickstart their DJ journey or elevate their hobby, all while having a blast. Ajah teaches with a blend of passion, expertise, and a dedication to making DJing both accessible and enjoyable.
Justice Winn
(Winntheproducer)
Producer, Audio Engineer
Born and raised in Austin, TX, Justice Winn is a passionate and experienced instructor specializing in FL Studio and EDM production. With over a decade immersed in FL Studio, Justice empowers aspiring producers with the technical and fundamental audio skills needed to realize their creative visions. His expertise spans vibrant "color drum and bass" and melodic bass music. He also has a classical background in flute and piano.
He is a voting member of the Recording Academy (GRAMMYs) and part of the Texas Chapter Engineer's Wing. Justice has collaborated with artists like Waterflame, achieving significant streaming success.
His real-world experience is further enriched by collegiate studies in music theory, audio engineering, and mentorships with renowned EDM artists, making him a uniquely qualified guide for aspiring producers.
Specializing In:
FL Studio
Drace Pantalion
(Kitty Trigger)
Straight out of San Marcos, Texas, Kitty Trigger is redefining the bass music scene with a signature style that’s equal parts savage and sweet. A force to be reckoned with, she blends face-melting drops with sugar-coated melodies, crafting an electrifying contrast that’s impossible to ignore.
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Her live sets are a high-voltage experience, seamlessly shifting between ferocious, earth-shaking bass and playfully hypnotic synths, keeping crowds on their toes and sending them into a frenzy. With early support throughout the Texas EDM scene, she’s already proving she’s not just here to play—she’s here to dominate.
Kitty Trigger’s production is a weaponized mix of cute chaos, drawing inspiration from kawaii culture, cyberpunk aesthetics, and the heaviest underground dubstep. Every track she drops is a neon-lit rollercoaster, balancing the brutal and the beautiful with precision.
As she continues her meteoric rise, one thing is clear: Kitty Trigger is just getting started. Watch out, world. Bass just got a little deadlier… and a whole lot cuter.
