Dopeshoes is a DJ and producer living in Brooklyn, New York. She began DJing while living in California, cutting her teeth as part of the legendary Friday night party, Soul Sauce. She went on to hold residencies throughout the city, launching multiple parties—including Instant Funk, one of San Diego’s only all funk, soul and disco nights. A frequent guest on Earthbound Radio and Jazz 88.3, she was invited in 2008 to become a member of Homegrown Blends, a renowned artist collective based throughout the West Coast.
 
In late 2010, Dopeshoes relocated to Brooklyn, New York. By day, she works at Turntable Lab and writes for the music section of Time Out New York. By night, she DJs at venues throughout New York City.