Influences include a diverse range of artists and genres -- will play whatever, whenever, as long as it's authentic and in the spirit of creative positivity.
Etienne Jacquot () is a creative technologist based out of Philadelphia, PA with a passion for turntablism, beatmaking, and DJing and a deep appreciation for aesthetics, style, and artistic expression.
Since 2017, Etienne (under the moniker DJ Saysdont) has performed vinyl & serato sets opening for artists across Philly with long time friend, confident, and collaborator Ibn Leon (aka DJ Imposter Syndrome).
Inspired by the endless possibilities of exploring narrative through sound and word, DJ Saysdont plays house, hip-hop, rock, funk, and disco in efforts to engagge audiences for immersive and unique experiences that capture the moment.
Notable artists we have opened for include:
In extending beyond the creative boundaries of rhythm & sound, collage is explored as a visual corollary to sampling given the shared intuitions of juxtaposing iconographic & colorful elements across a fixed medium of expression.