DJ · Producer · Storyteller · EDM · House · Open Format
CJ Michael is a New York City–based DJ and producer whose work reflects intention, discipline, and lived experience. Rooted in DJ culture, his sound prioritizes groove, restraint, and real-world playability — music designed for the set rather than the spotlight.
A 2025 YourShot DJ Competition Finalist, CJ has earned national recognition for his stage presence, musical direction, and commitment to growth as an independent artist. His sets aren't just playlists — they're crafted narratives built from years behind the decks and a self-driven creative process.
His releases mark distinct chapters. His debut EDM single Phoenix Rising — performed live at YourShot 2025 — introduced audiences to his signature fusion of New York grit and big-room energy. His latest record, Inevitable, is a DJ-first house release built with purpose, designed to live in rotation, and grounded in consistency over hype.
CJ Michael is open for bookings across clubs, festivals, private events, and branded activations — in New York and nationally.
YourShot is one of the most recognized DJ talent competitions in the country — identifying standout DJs based on skill, originality, and stage presence. Being named a 2025 Finalist places CJ among a select national tier of performers who've proven their craft under competitive conditions. It was also the live debut of Phoenix Rising — a defining artistic moment that introduced his sound to a national audience.
A DJ-first house record built with intention and restraint. Created with the club and the mix in mind — prioritizing groove, space, and playability over spectacle. Designed to live in rotation and give DJs room to blend, build, and create their own energy.
CJ Michael's debut festival-ready EDM single — representing personal rebirth, resilience, and creative independence. Cinematic builds, explosive drops, and New York grit with modern big-room energy. Live debut at YourShot 2025.
Fluent across hip-hop, R&B, pop, dancehall, Afrobeats, EDM, and house — CJ reads the crowd and moves with them, not ahead of them.
High-energy sets built for the dance floor. Genre-spanning, crowd-aware, and designed for the specific room every time.
Festival-ready performance with big-room energy and cinematic production — proven at YourShot 2025 with the live debut of Phoenix Rising.
From fitness activations like Edge Fitness to branded live events — culture, sound, and presence that elevates any environment.
Available for private events where atmosphere is part of the program. Sets tailored to the audience, the vibe, and the moment.
CJ Michael has provided music, performance, and creative direction for some of the world's most recognized brands and institutions — from global lifestyle names to New York's biggest sports franchises.
CJ Michael is available for bookings across clubs, festivals, private events, and branded activations — in New York, nationally, and internationally. For all booking inquiries, brand partnerships, press features, and collaborations, reach out directly.