DJ Meli Mel

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DJ Meli Mel
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Born
Melissa Ibarra

(1990-12-28) December 28, 1990 (age 33)
Sacramento, California
NationalityMexican-American
CitizenshipUnited States
Alma materJohn F Kennedy High School
Occupation
OrganizationMoreDedicated
Height5 ft 4 in (163 cm)
Relatives
  • Brenda Colosio
  • Robert Colosio
AwardsSacramento Trending Award for best DJ
Musical career
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Background information
LabelsEmpire Recordings
Websitemorededicated.com

DJ Meli Mel (born December 28, 1990) is a Mexican-American DJ,[1] entrepreneur, and record producer. She is the owner of a clothing line named MoreDedicated.[2]

DJ Meli Mel is a highly acclaimed female DJ with over 15 years of experience playing at nightclubs, events, concerts, and festivals. She has also produced several original tracks and remixes as a record producer.[3] Some popular artists she’s worked with include Yung Bleu, Fenix Flexin, Tyga, Future, JI, the prince of NY, and others.[4]

Early life and education[edit]

DJ Meli Mel was born on December 28, 1990, as Melissa Ibarra in Sacramento, California, and was raised by her aunt. She began playing drums and singing at an early age, which drew her interest in music. She attended John F Kennedy High School.

Career[edit]

Once, DJ Meli Mel attended a house party and was overwhelmed by the fact that the DJ was in charge of entertaining the crowd; thus, she conceived the idea of becoming a DJ.[5] She ventured into the industry in early 2009 and soon started getting bookings for small events, clubs, concerts, and festivals. Her DJ sets include hip-hop, r&b, party songs, and dancehall music. She is known for her versatile style that combines classic hip-hop with contemporary electronic beats, making it ideal for high-energy parties.[6][7]

Over the years, DJ Meli Mel has garnered fame and recognition as one of California's most sought-after female DJs and record producers and has worked with artists such as Lil Tjay, Teefli, Boosie, Money man, and Young Bleu. She has also performed at Rolling Loud. DJ Meli Mel has recently completed a tour with Chippas and Nef the Pharaoh.[8] In 2022, DJ Meli Mel will release a project named “Pandemic Problems” with Empire Recordings label featuring artists such as Feefah, Azjah, Teefli, Lil Yee, Capolow, and others.[9]

Discography[edit]

Singles[edit]

  • Keep It Real (2018)
  • Intro (2020)
  • Thotty (2020)
  • Real Love (2020)
  • No Rookie (2020)
  • Million Dollars (2021)
  • Bag On Me (2021)
  • Cheque (2021)
  • Nothin New (2021)
  • Mel Rose (2022)
  • Wishing Well (2022)
  • OOUUHH (2022)

Album[edit]

  • Before I Go (2021)

Awards and recognitions[edit]

DJ Meli Mel has been credited with the Sacramento Trending Award for the Best DJ.

Personal life[edit]

From a young age, DJ Mel has been an LGBTQ Community member and hosts a YouTube channel, “Tokyo and Mel,” along with her girlfriend, Tokyo Quinn.

Gallery[edit]

In the media[edit]

     

References[edit]

  1. "Meet DJ Meli Mel @djmelimel". Now HipHop News. 15 May 2022. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  2. Buckley-Moore, April (2 May 2022). "DJ Meli Mel Is Going From Sacramento To Stardom With New Release". MusicXclusives.com. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  3. "DJ Meli Mel - Female DJ out of Sacramento, CA - Urban Moguls with B". buzzsprout. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  4. Edidtor, H. H. V. (7 August 2022). "DJ Meli Mel and Hunnidball drop a new end of summer anthem". Hip Hop Vibe. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  5. "Exclusive Interview: Rising Artist DJ Meli Mel". 24Hip-Hop. 14 May 2022. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  6. "Kanye West collaborator DJ Self-Born has put out a new project entitled 'BIGGER THAN RAP MUSIC' - Rapper Weekly". rapperweekly. 9 October 2022. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  7. "STREET FIGHTER (feat. AU.CAIN)". play.anghami.com (in français). 7 May 2021. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  8. Frometa, R. J. (5 November 2022). "DJ Meli Mel: The Undisputed Queen of the West Coast Turn-Up". Vents Magazine. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
  9. "Keep It Real Official Resso | album by DJ Meli Mel - Listening To All 0 Musics On Resso". resso. Retrieved 15 November 2022.

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