DJ CYBER 69 Talks Being an Internet-Age Artist and How Been Trill Helped Launch His Career

From Vladivostok to Toronto.

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Russia-born DJ CYBER 69 quickly made a name for himself, with a slew of eclectic mixtapes that blended everything from hip-hop, trap and even some rock ‘n’ roll. CYBER eventually caught the eye of Been Trill who asked him to play an after party for them with Drake and Kanye West in attendance (coincidentally his first gig), and he has never looked back since. In this Glenn Michael-directed piece, the DJ sheds more light on what its like being an Internet-age artist and why Toronto is the place to be for a young creative. Also be sure to check out our Essentials feature with him if you haven’t already.

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