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Overlord Selects
Curated vinyl DJ sets and playlists


Overlord Selects Episode 6: 3 Records I’d Play Before the Hits
One of the biggest mistakes DJs make is going too big too early. The obvious hits can absolutely work—but if you play them too soon, the room has nowhere left to go. Great dance floors are built in stages. That’s where sequencing matters. An experienced Atlanta DJ understands how to create momentum gradually, using records that establish tone, movement, and connection before reaching for the biggest songs of the night. Welcome to *Overlord Selects: 3 From the Crate*, a series

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May 83 min read


Overlord Selects Episode 5: 3 Songs That Fix a Dead Dance Floor
Every DJ runs into it at some point—the dance floor clears. The difference between an average DJ and a great one isn’t avoiding that moment. It’s knowing exactly what to do next. That’s where experience—and selection—matter. If you’re working with a seasoned Atlanta DJ who understands how to read a room, a slow moment isn’t the end of the night. It’s an opportunity to rebuild the energy the right way. Welcome to Overlord Selects: 3 From the Crate, a series where DJ Overlord b

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May 53 min read


Overlord Selects Episode 4: 3 Disco Deep Cuts Better Than the Hits
Disco is one of the most powerful genres for building a dance floor—but only if it’s used the right way. Most DJs default to the same handful of hits. And while those records can work, they’re not always what makes a set feel unique. The difference comes down to selection. That’s where working with an experienced Atlanta DJ—especially one who plays vinyl—completely changes the experience. Welcome to Overlord Selects: 3 From the Crate, a series showcasing real records used at

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Apr 303 min read


Overlord Selects Episode 3: 3 Throwback Songs That Actually Work at Corporate Events
If you’re planning a corporate event, one of the biggest challenges is music. Too safe, and the room feels flat. Too aggressive, and it feels out of place. The goal isn’t to force a dance floor—it’s to build energy naturally. That’s where working with an experienced corporate event DJ in Atlanta makes the difference. Welcome to Overlord Selects: 3 From the Crate, a vinyl DJ series showcasing real selections used at corporate events, weddings, and private parties across Atlant

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Apr 233 min read


Overlord Selects Episode 2: 3 Funk Vinyl Records That Always Get People Moving
If you’re looking for a DJ in Atlanta who does more than play obvious hits, this is where the crate digging starts to matter. Welcome to Overlord Selects: 3 From the Crate , a vinyl DJ series where I break down records I actually use in real events— weddings , corporate parties , private celebrations , and high-energy dance floors across Atlanta. In Episode 2, the focus is simple: funk records that always get people moving—without relying on the obvious choices. These aren’t

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Apr 163 min read


Overlord Selects Episode 1: Wedding Dance Floor Songs That Actually Work (Vinyl DJ Picks)
If you’ve been to enough weddings, you’ve probably heard the same songs over and over again. And while those songs can work, they’re not the only way to fill a dance floor. As a vinyl DJ, my approach is a little different. Instead of relying on a fixed playlist, I build energy in real time—reading the room and selecting records that connect with people across generations. Below are three records I regularly use to do exactly that. Watch the Set 1. Slippery People – The Stap

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Apr 142 min read
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