- Experienced doctor turned pioneering hip-hop DJ, style icon, and popular sensation in the Indian Desi Hip-Hop movement. Skilled in mixing and scratching, with a deep understanding of the latest trends in hip-hop culture and fashion.
Hi, I’m
THE SPINDOCTOR Dr. Sanjay Meriya
DJ | TURNTABLIST | PRODUCER
Mumbai
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Indian Hiphop Movement
Pioneer and Leader DJ
Job overview
- Promoted Indian hiphop movement culture worldwide
- Influenced new generation to use indian hiphop music as a tool to express
The Dharavi Dreaming Project
Mentor for Djs
12.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted youth with knowledge of hiphop and channeling talent to be professional and come out of the slums .
- Planned, developed and implemented strategies to develop dj school for slum kids.
- Developed and led special events that increased hiphop movement, talent scouting and fund raising for the school.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Shark & Ink Entertainment Pvt Ltd
Signed Artist
09.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Collaborated with Brands to make Music based Intellectual properties.
- Released Music on Spotify, Apple Music and various other streaming platform in collaboration with underground rappers.
- Performed in leading Music festivals and concerts.
- Mentored junior artists on creative processes.
- Content Creation for major brands.
Self
Freelancer Dj
11.2007 - Current
Job overview
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to performance, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Party Rocker Dj with fanbase all over the country.
- Communicated closely with clients to determine music styles best suited for wedding, Club show, Concerts or other Corporate events.
- Participated in community events and fundraisers and professionally represented Event Companies.
- Delivered exceptional programming to audience members by always researching events, guests and programs thoroughly.
The True School Of Music
Head of the Department - Turntablism and Djing
01.2014 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Designed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Audioqube Academy
DJ Teacher
01.2012 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Reviewed curriculum in turntablism and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Instructed students in core educational principles of djing and turntablism, Music theory and concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Party map dj academy
Dj Teacher
01.2010 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet professional dj standards.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Education
Start From The ScratchUK
DIPLOMA IN TURNTABLISM from MUSIC
University Overview
MENTORED BY LEGENDARY DJ URI FROM UK IN HIS ACADEMY START FROM THE SCRATCH
Topiwala National Medical College Mumbai
MBBS from Doctorate in Medicine And Surgery
05.2013
University Overview
Skills
- Expertise in hip-hop DJing, including mixing, scratching, and beatmatching
- Strong knowledge of hip-hop culture and music production
- Proficient in using DJ equipment and software
- Excellent crowd engagement and stage presence
- Known for delivering high-energy and engaging performances
- Familiarity with the latest trends and developments in hip-hop culture, music, and fashion
- Experience in fashion styling and image consulting
- Leadership and management skills in developing and promoting the Indian Desi Hip-Hop movement
Websites
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
Won Dj of the year award 2019 by INCA ( India Nightlife And Convention Awards )
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Palm Expo War Of The Dj Champion 2011 & 2013
- Tedx Speaker
- Featured on Disney Hostar Documentary - Champions of the hour for working in covid as a doctor in India
Timeline
Mentor for Djs
The Dharavi Dreaming Project
12.2019 - Current
Signed Artist
Shark & Ink Entertainment Pvt Ltd
09.2019 - Current
Head of the Department - Turntablism and Djing
The True School Of Music
01.2014 - 08.2016
DJ Teacher
Audioqube Academy
01.2012 - 12.2013
Dj Teacher
Party map dj academy
01.2010 - 12.2012
Freelancer Dj
Self
11.2007 - Current
Pioneer and Leader DJ
Indian Hiphop Movement
Start From The Scratch
DIPLOMA IN TURNTABLISM from MUSIC
Topiwala National Medical College
MBBS from Doctorate in Medicine And Surgery
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