Who Is Smokin' Dog?
Who is Smokin' Dog?
With decades of hospitality experience and a deep love for live music, DJ Smokin’ Dog brings more than just a playlist — he brings a professional, high-vibe expertise to every event.
Before becoming a full-time DJ, I spent over two decades as a chef and hospitality manager. So I know how to run smooth events, work with teams, and deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
From packed-out dancefloors in Lake Tahoe to backyard celebrations in Sacramento, I’ve DJ’d:
- Weddings & private parties
- Festivals & afterparties
- Breweries, taprooms & beach venues
- Live band support & set break DJ sets
- Branded events, tiki parties & more
Real Roots, West Coast Style
My sound blends Caribbean reggae roots with Cali reggae, hip-hop, and rock energy — always mixed live with seamless transitions and a feel for the crowd.
- Supported acts like Pipe Down, 880 South, Marlon Asher, and Kabaka Pyramid
- Founder of Reggae on the Creek Festival
- Resident DJ for venues in Truckee & Winters
- Worked with top craft breweries, taprooms, and venues across NorCal
Experience
Aside from the music, I bring a professional yet fun attitude, a strong customer service IQ, and a knack for creating a great party atmosphere.
I have created and produced three "Reggae on the Creek" festivals in Winters, California. Artists included reggae legends Long Beach Dub Allstars, Aaron Wolf, Alific, Mystic Roots, Lizano, Pipe Down, Keyser Soze, Skunk Funk, 880 South, and others.
I have performed at:
Mountain Slice Pizza - Tahoe City
Donner Creek Brewing - Truckee
"Reggae On the Creek" - Winters
Alpine Meadows - North Lake Tahoe
Framily Festival - Folsom
Alibi Ale Works - Incline Village, NV
Swabbies on the River - Sacramento
The Commons - Chico
Shea's Tavern - Reno, NV
Konochti Vista Casino - Lakeport
Craft and Cork - Suisun City
Streets-Midtown - Sacramento
RMU - Truckee - Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival Pre-Party
TJs Tavern - Vacaville
Green River Taproom - Winters
Inclusion Festival - Petaluma
Del Cielo Brewing - Martinez
Sports-themed wedding - Sonoma County.
I have DJ'd with and opened for: the 2023 Grammy-winning Kabaka Pyramid, Trinidad's Marlon Asher, BLVK H3RO, reggae legends Big Mountain, Arden Park Roots, Fayuca, Skyler Lutes, Pipe Down, and local favorites: Dubcraft, Roots Man Project, They Went Ghost, Skunk Funk, and One Sharp Mind.
My Specialty
Whether it's an all-out reggae dance party, a mellow afternoon set, or a high-energy pre-show warmup, DJ Smokin' Dog brings the perfect sound to every setting.
I specialize in West Coast Reggae, Roots & Rocksteady, and Cali Island Vibes — always spun with purpose, mixed with love, and built to move the crowd. From breweries and beach parties to weddings and live band support, my sets are crafted to match the mood, elevate the energy, and keep people vibing' all day and night.
Do you need a DJ who can read the room, build the vibe, and drop the right track at the right time? That's what I do.
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