Award-Winning DJ Kimmy K: Taking Miami to Austin
When it comes to the world of DJing, it's a predominantly male-dominated industry. However, there are a few female DJs who have managed to break through the glass ceiling and make a name for themselves. One such DJ is Kimmy K, an award-winning DJ from Miami who has taken her talents to Austin and beyond.
Kimmy K got her start in the music industry as a teenager, working in various roles at South Florida’s radio station Y-100 and djing for the CEO of clear channel son’s birthday party. However, it wasn't until she discovered that she found this her true passion. She started out playing at local clubs and parties in Miami & Fort Lauderdale honing her skills and building a fanbase.
In 2003, Kimmy K won the Walt Disney’s competition internationally best of the best DJs ' "Best Club DJ", winning a contract with Disney cementing her status as one of the best DJs internationally at the time of the competition. She continued to play at clubs and festivals across South Florida, building a following of fans who loved her high-energy sets and eclectic mixes.
In 2012, Kimmy K made the move to Austin, where she quickly made a name for herself in the city's vibrant music scene. She started playing at clubs and festivals around Texas, and her reputation grew as she brought her Miami-inspired sound to Austin crowds.
In 2018, Kimmy K joines the Quiet event team where they only use the best of the best DJs to compete live at each show for the crowd’s attention. Further solidifying her status as one of the top female DJs in Austin & winning Houston’s HER female dj contest. She continued to play at clubs and festivals across Texas, bringing her unique blend of hip-hop, top 40 and EDM to audiences everywhere.
Kimmy K's success as a female DJ is a testament to her talent, hard work, and dedication to her craft. She has proven that gender doesn't matter when it comes to being a great DJ, and she has inspired a new generation of female DJs to follow in her footsteps.
If you're in Austin or anywhere else in Texas, be sure to check out Kimmy K's next show. You won't be disappointed by her high-energy sets and infectious beats. And if you're a female DJ looking to make a name for yourself in the industry, take a page from Kimmy K's book and go for it. With hard work and dedication, anything is possible.