Steve Aoki

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

In this episode of Armchair Expert, Dax Shepard sits down with Grammy-nominated DJ and producer Steve Aoki, known for his high-energy performances and innovative music. The conversation dives into Aoki's upbringing, his relationship with his father, and his journey from a young musician to a global dance music icon.

Key takeaways

Steve Aoki's father played a significant role in shaping his work ethic and drive.
Aoki discusses the emotional weight behind his music and how personal experiences fuel his creativity.
He reveals how his early life struggles and family dynamics influenced his artistic expression.

Transcript preview

Welcome welcome to armchair expert. I'm Dax Shepard and I'm joined by Monica Lily Padman. Hello. Today we have one of the biggest dejays to ever live. Yeah. Steve Aoki, he is a Grammy-nominated DJ and record producer. His albums are Neon Future, Wonderland, Colony with a K, like Crispy Creams. Quantum Beats. Cool. From Henderson, yeah. My father and law and I said, is there anything special you want to do? And she and then. And then, and then, and then you are.