Side FX Electronic Press Kit (For Bookings)

Aaron Kim, aka Side FX is an ‘open format’ DJ specializing in EDM/House, Hip-Hop/Rap, Top 40/Pop, Latin, Throwbacks/Oldies, and many other genres; Aaron plays at bars, clubs, parties, weddings, and other private events.

Side FX: An Open Format DJ - Aaron Kim

With a deep background in songwriting and production, Aaron’s passion for music took shape in high school and college at UConn.

Initially partnering with his friend Rachit (see more in the “About” section), Aaron’s journey into DJing began unexpectedly after a basketball injury sidelined him from sports, redirecting his energy to the decks.

The name "Side FX" nods to the "side effects" of that injury—a setback that sparked his new path in music. Today, his DJ sets celebrate resilience and the surprising turns that led him here.

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Demo Mix

My latest 30-minute mix showcases a versatile 'open format' style, highlighting my unique DJ sound across a variety of genres. However, this is just a general glimpse of what I can offer—I typically play a wide range of genres far beyond what's featured here.

Latest Music: Fun. - We Are Young (Side FX Remix)

As a producer, my latest fully original remix provides a unique fusion of progressive house, future bounce, and bass house. With over 150 downloads in less than a month, the remix reached the Top 100 Downloads (Future House Charts) on Hypeddit, peaking at #4…

…and here’s how it looks performing live!

As a resident DJ with Big Night Entertainment Group, I’ve played at top venues like Memoire Boston, Empire Boston, and Scorpion Bar Foxwoods. With Shrine Foxwoods being one of my most frequent locations, this reel highlights some of my favorite moments behind the decks at one of the Top 100 Nightclubs in the country.

Live Highlights - Shrine Foxwoods

How will I contribute to the success of your venue/event?

3.) With the help from my external team, we can shoot a promotional video recapping our night at your venue. We hire multiple videographers, photographers, and editors that contribute to our media output.

2.) Our marketing team can create personalized promotional flyers for each venue I perform at. You can repost these on your own social media pages to promote the event.

1.) I can promote sets on my Instagram as well as my personal pages. Feel free to check out my main socials at @sidefxmusic as well as my individual public music account @officiala.kim.

4.) I am able to bring lighting and sound equipment as needed. I use a Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 in the case that your venue does not already have DJ equipment.

Promotional Video Example