Author: The Idahoan

Based in Idaho and with a global reach, The Idahoan is the Gem State’s only DJ specializing in Progressive House and Psytrance music. Drawing inspiration from legendary DJs like John Digweed, Sasha, and Paul Oakenfold, he started DJing in July 2019 and has since uploaded over 500 unique shows on Mixcloud. The Idahoan has opened for artists such as ill.GATES, Robert Babicz, and Darin Epsilon, and holds residencies on Atlantic Progression and Raverholics Radio. Additionally, he provides DJ services throughout eastern Idaho and western Wyoming, booking numerous gigs each year.
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How I Prepare for DJ Gigs: Weddings, Clubs, and More

The Idahoan - April 26, 2025 - Idaho Falls Wedding DJ

My Real-World Workflow Before Stepping Behind the Decks

In my last blog post, I broke down how to land DJ gigs—weddings, clubs, festivals, livestreams, all of it. But what happens once you get the gig? That’s what this post is about.

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all tutorial. Instead, I’m walking you through how I personally prepare for my DJ gigs, with the hope that something in my process can work for you too. Take what’s useful, ditch what isn’t—this is just my honest workflow.

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How to Get DJ Gigs: Weddings, Clubs, and Beyond

The Idahoan playing at The Gem on March 15, 2025 during The Awakening with Discognition

Real-World Advice for DJs Looking to Get Booked

If you’re a DJ trying to figure out how to get booked—whether it’s weddings, clubs, festivals, or online streams—this post is for you. I’ve been grinding in all of these lanes since 2019, and while I don’t claim to have all the answers, I do know what’s worked for me and what hasn’t. This is a breakdown of how I land DJ gigs across different types of events—and how you can start doing the same.

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Triforce: The Fist of Power – A Night of Pure Energy in Pocatello

IdaHeathen Brings the Heat to Misfitz Underground

Last Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, I teamed up with the incredible Heather C. (aka Almost Heathen) to form our new production duo: IdaHeathen. Together, we revived a previously canceled show and brought Triforce: The Fist of Power to life at Misfitz in downtown Pocatello.

And damn—it was a riot.

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