Emerging Out of the Darkness and Into EDC Chicago
Local DJ and producer, John Adam Espinoza, is Emerging out of the darkness and into EDC Chicago. The 26-year-old Visalian has spent countless hours grinding out on his progressive trance music and it’s catapulted him into his dreams of playing at one of North America’s largest electronic dance music festivals, Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Chicago.
I’ve had the pleasure of of being friends with John, and it’s been delightful watching him manifest his dreams while transforming himself. When I spoke with John, about his huge debut at EDC Chicago, he said,
“Sometimes you have to be shaken to your core to really find yourself. I found myself in a dark place and knew I needed to turn things around. The only way out was my music. I knew that I would Emerge from the darkest part of my life and that’s how my DJ and producer name was derived. Growing up, I always looked up to musicians and was mesmerized with their ability to perform and bring joy to others through music and positive vibrations. I knew if I spent enough time practicing, I could be just like them. The opportunity to spin at EDC Chicago is a dream come true. It’s so surreal, I can’t even begin to explain it.”
Being an avid follower of DJ’s and electronic dance music (EDM), I can totally appreciate how surreal this must feel for Emerge to be a part of such an epic event. His cutting-edge style is changing the EDM playing field.
My personal message to Emerge … I’m so proud of you, John! You’re a sterling example of what can happen when you follow your dreams. There is so much hidden talent nestled away in the 559, and I’m so glad EDC found a diamond from Visalia. Ride the wave because this is your time to shine. Go show Chi-Town how we do it in the Central Valley and give Cat a kiss for me. Please also tell Armin van Buuren how fabulous I think he is! I love you both more than yesterday and I’ll see you at the top!
