DJ Hulio on Buffalo Chip Nights, Community Support, and Music as Storytelling

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Bubba Startz sits down with DJ Hulio to explore his journey and the vibrant essence of the Buffalo Chip. They discuss headline acts and the role of sobriety in the music scene, while DJ Hulio reflects on his musical roots influenced by South Dakota. The conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Buffalo Chip and the rally experience, addressing motivations and the impact of violence on nightlife. They delve into the evolution of Rapid City's nightlife, support for veterans through creative outlets, and personal growth in the industry. DJ Hulio emphasizes the importance of dancers and DJing as storytelling, capturing the Buffalo Chip experience. The episode concludes with future aspirations, upcoming events, and building community. (0:11) Introduction with Bubba Startz and DJ Hulio (1:05) DJ Hulio's journey and the essence of the Buffalo Chip (3:17) Headliners and sobriety in the music scene (6:02) DJ Hulio's musical roots and South Dakota's influence (10:43) Behind-the-scenes at the Buffalo Chip and the rally experience (17:07) DJ Hulio's motivation and the impact of violence on nightlife (19:45) Evolution of Rapid City's nightlife and community support (23:04) Supporting veterans through creative communities and podcasting (26:11) Personal growth in the music industry (29:12) The importance of dancers and DJing as storytelling (37:00) Capturing and reflecting on the Buffalo Chip experience (40:55) Future aspirations and acknowledgments in the music scene (42:56) Upcoming events: Club Chip rally and Synesthesia festival (45:11) TruTV Plus milestones and Love Noise show details (46:12) Building the community and closing remarks