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DJ Spotlight of the Week - Mike Glass




Mike Glass comes to us at SSS for many years, but has always been involved with music since he was a young boy. He grew up playing the piano and saxophone from elementary to high school, but eventually his brother started a DJ group and he tagged along. He DJ’d his way through high school and college and does not plan on stopping anytime soon. Why give up on such a unique talent that you have such a passion for?!

When Mike moved to Charlotte as a teacher, he took a 10K pay cut. He was looking for a way to make extra money and returning to his DJ roots seemed like the best route. Mike says, “I was fortunate enough to respond to an ad and had an opportunity to interview with Vinny. What stuck out to me was the sense of family he portrayed. DJs were sticking with Split for 10 years and beyond. With the crazy egos we DJs can have, you have to be a good person to keep people around that long.”

Mike’s flexibility makes him stand out within our company. Mike says, “You can find me rocking a crowd at Bank of America Stadium or motivating your kids at a block party. Either way, I am bringing the energy Split is known for.” Mike has the right temperament for being in this industry. Being a teacher, he understands how to work with different personalities and how to connect with people of all personalities.

Mike looks up to his dad and brother because they have set wonderful examples for him to strive for. Mike’s top core values are integrity, value, and creativity. He considers himself very blessed in life! People that know Mike appreciate how humble and dependable he is. On the flip side, Mike’s impulsiveness has been known to drive people crazy at times but we look at that as a positive too as he is always down for any type of event we have.

Mike uses his background as a teacher to create unique lesson plans for each wedding. He does his homework and finds out what truly would make the bride and groom happy by meeting with them and discussing all the details of their day. After all, the bride and groom being happy at the end of the day is the most important ingredient to a successful night. He always looks forward to each event, the people he will get to interact with, and he loves the diversity of jobs he gets at SSS. He says, “You never know who you are going to meet or where you will get to go.” Mike has provided DJ entertainment for hundreds of weddings, corporate events, parties, and mitzvahs for us. You can also find him at BofA stadium representing SSS for the Panthers on Game Days and during the PGA Tournament every year!

Now that you know how much Mike brings to the Split Second Sound family, let’s learn some fun facts about him!
Pepsi or Coke?
Neither, I prefer lemonade and other fruit drinks.

Chocolate or Vanilla? 
Vanilla

Mountains or Beach? 
Beach!

Cook or Eat Out? 
I love hanging out with friends over good food, drinks and conversation.

Burgers or Hot Dogs?
There is nothing like a good seasoned hamburger.

NSYNC or Backstreet Boys?
I’ll go with New Edition!

What is your personal favorite genre of music? Favorite artist(s)? Why?
I believe good music is good music regardless of genre. However, you can always raise the energy level of a crowd when you play 90s Hip Hop.

If you were to win the lottery tomorrow, what is the first thing you would buy? 
Whatever my mom wants!

What’s your favorite 90s jam?
Any song by A Tribe Called Quest

What’s your favorite 80s jam? 
Any song by Michael Jackson

Favorite TV show?
In Living Color

Favorite movie? 
Talladega Nights - The Legend of Ricky Bobby

Favorite restaurant? 
Cheesecake Factory

If a genie granted you three wishes, what would you wish for?
End World Hunger, World Peace, and 3 more wishes

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