DJ Newmark Music ‘The Legendary Throwback King of Hip-Hop and R&B’ was born as Edward Alexander Jr on June 17, 1971 in Okinawa, Japan, adapted his entertainment name as a tribute to the first set of DJ turntables that he owned (brand name Numark). The son of a military family, Newmark traveled the world as a DJ around the world as he was exposed to different local musical influences growing up. He spent countless hours in his bedroom honing his craft as a DJ. His first professional DJ gig was at his high school homecoming event when he was just a freshman and the rest is history.
Fast facts | |
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| Name | Edward Alexander Jr. |
| Born | June 17, 1971 |
| Age | 51 years old |
| Place of birth | Okinawa, Japan |
| Occupation | Musician, radio personality, DJ |
| To show | The Newmark DJ Experience |
Biography
DJ Newmark was born on June 17, 1971 in Okinawa, Japan. His birth name is Edward Alexander Jr but he is widely known as DJ Newmark by his fans.
Career
Music
DJ NewmarkThe diversity of music genres has kept its dance floors filled for more than three decades, though old-school hip-hop and R&B are its specialty. His live DJ performance resume spans six countries, 31 states and 68 cities. Work with a variety of professional athletes, comedians and musical artists. He has over 150 songs to his credit and has been a contributing member of the Association of Songwriters, Composers and Publishers (ASCAP) since 2001.
Radio
While interning at a local radio station in Sacramento, California, at the age of 17, Newmark was the main DJ at radio station Street Team and received a two-hour mix segment every Saturday. nights from midnight to 2 a.m., known as the “After Party Mix” in 1989 on the official FM 103.5 KBMB “The Bomb”. Currently host of the radio show “The DJ Newmark Experience”. Averaging 27K listeners per hour worldwide, DJ Newmark can be heard daily on West Palm Beach, Florida’s number one radio station for classic hip-hop and R&B, YO!107.1 FM at 3 p.m. EST and “Flavor on Top of Flavor Mastermix” show on weekends at 6 p.m. His social media influence continues to grow with over 73,000 followers across all platforms.
Discography
Former official Oakland Raiders DJ, DJ Newmark recently released his debut album “Hot Tracks” in January 2023 and is now available on all music streaming services.
DJ Newmark has built a brand that represents the passion for old school hip-hop and R&B culture, keeping this music alive and well for all to enjoy.
Did you know…?
- His live DJ performance resume spans six countries, 31 states and 68 cities.
- His first professional DJ gig was at his high school homecoming event when he was just a freshman and the rest is history.
- DJ Newmark has been on the decks for over 4 decades pleasing crowds around the world.
