French and computer science double-major Bohdi Cooper from Vermont is no stranger to the hectic schedules that college students often deal with. With classes, clubs, jobs, homework and social events all taking up time during the week, it can often feel overwhelming. Bohdi, however, does it all with a smile and great attitude.
Though only a sophomore, Bohdi is a leading member of the student improv group Skintight Outrage, member of the DU Club Ultimate Team, part of the ZBT fraternity and host of the radio show “The Shohdi with Bohdi” for KXDU.
One might think that this is enough, but for the past few quarters Bohdi has been doing more: DJing at bars and special events throughout the city.
Though he has always been interested in music, Bohdi’s interest in DJing began in high school when the captain of his cross country and track team introduced him to electronic music. Groups such as Pretty Lights and Gramatik played a key role in developing his own taste in music. The end of high school helped launch his DJing career as his parents gave him a Novation Launchpad, a keyboardless MIDI controller, as a graduation present.
Though Bohdi personally prefers electronic music, he tailors his sets for events to fit the crowd. A typical Thursday night sees Bohdi performing at South Philly Cheesesteaks on University Boulevard, playing all manners of popular music, from pop to rap to rock. His radio show, on the other hand, leans more towards his personal taste as he tries to feature music that you wouldn’t normally hear when out for a night of fun.
While Bohdi has DJed for places such as the Church (a nightclub in downtown Denver) and Crimson and Gold Tavern, he recently agreed to a more consistent gig, becoming South Philly’s resident DJ. One of his favorite places to DJ, South Philly’s has recently taken steps to upgrade the entire bar, with more consistent hours and a new menu. Along with these changes, they also installed an entirely new sound and light system, set up by senior business information technology major Edward Guinn of South Burlington, Vermont. Though Bohdi brings his own equipment, he says he absolutely loves the new setup and is extremely excited by this new opportunity.
Though he is active in many groups on campus, music remains his true passion and takes priority over other commitments. Eventually, Bohdi hopes to turn his passion for music into a career, ultimately transitioning from DJing other bands to creating his own music. He says he is extremely grateful for all of the support that his family, friends and the DU community as a whole have given him, allowing him to pursue something he truly loves to do.
You can hear Bohdi on Monday nights at 5 p.m. at www.kxduradio.com, watch his improv every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. in Lindsey Auditorium and see him live every Thursday night starting at 11 p.m. at South Philly Cheesesteaks on University Boulevard.
