--- title: "Behind the Booth: The Real Life of Bangalore DJ Shams" description: "Get a glimpse into the life of DJ Shams, a high-energy Bangalore DJ. See the reality behind the club nights, festival sets, and the craft of dropping bangers." canonical: https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/behind-the-booth-the-vibe last_updated: 2025-09-08 --- # Behind the Booth: My Life and The CraftyBoy Vibe Tribe Verified · Spinning tracks for a decade in Bengaluru By [DJ Shams](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial) · Travels to events across Bengaluru · ₹32K per event (estimate) Part of [DJ for Special Events](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/gallery) People often ask, 'Beta, karte kya ho?' This is the real answer. A look at the energy, the late nights, and the hustle that keeps the Bengaluru music scene moving. ## Photos and videos - [Video: How do I tell my parents this is my 9 to 5? A humorous reel showing the contrast between a quiet moment and the explosive energy of my job.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9bf7242-ace4-48bf-acd3-3b0b051b06d2) - [Video: When relatives ask "Beta, karte kya ho?". I'm a part-time CO2 gun shooter, pyro firer, and professional banger dropper.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ca8bd821-d489-4733-b16a-fc5f837b79c1) - [Video: A compilation of raw, unfiltered moments from my 2025 gigs so far. This is the real energy, behind the booth and on the road.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/debb5633-011b-443c-8e96-e4a339c8e783) - [Video: Another clip of unfiltered energy, showing me with a cold pyro, celebrating with the crowd. This is the vibe of 2025.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03f60c90-eb7b-42a8-8d89-61bd239da13f) - ![CraftyBoy isn't just a name. It's who I become under the lights, in front of the crowd. This is me in my element.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ebc9b7dc-a667-46ac-a703-eac41f7fb3f4) - ![From her prayers to my playlists. A heartfelt shoutout to my mother, my biggest supporter, who is the reason for my success.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/585eace2-e745-453e-9ce2-abee01a2e63a) - ![Just a happy, casual shot. Spreading some yellow, positive vibes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f93eebd5-3991-4f59-9c9e-3d774770dee7) - ![Golden vibes and the OG Michael Jackson pose. Sometimes you just have to strike a pose when the lighting is perfect.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/139cae92-ca95-409a-adde-90da7dad3c39) - ![A picture with the crew and the crowd. We don't chase money, we chase the vibe, and the rest follows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a4f0eea-4801-4b17-b2c6-f58a547aa34d) - ![Too glam to give a damn. A confident shot, ready to take on the night.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6e9e455-c4d8-4d51-b80d-707f279f1538) - [Video: My dates on the weekends? A packed club, a thousand smiling faces, and a whole lot of pyro.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e59c468-f2cd-455a-9441-6016c088b4b6) - ![A simple, happy shot of me on the mic, fist in the air. Just love what I do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0daf3bf1-8286-4a0b-8121-1112c556dada) - [Video: A vlog clip where I had to break my Ramadan fast mid-set at Wonderla. The dedication is real, and the night was still crazy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c06de613-d391-4d62-8608-61f3a93a4428) - [Video: Me 1% of the time vs me 99% of the time. A funny reel showing the contrast between chilling and owning the stage with 100% power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24079487-780e-4aed-9bc8-8b294bc14573) - ![Whatever I am today is because of this person, Sonu DS. A moment of gratitude for my mentor and friend.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bdb8ac92-d746-46ca-b1a5-39929a9fc481) - [Video: If I became the world's top DJ, I wouldn't tell anyone. But the dance floor would whisper my name. The music and the crowd speak for themselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7fa0588a-8814-4d96-ba3e-4987754c4bcf) - ![Suited up and looking sharp for a private event. Caution: Too hot!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eafaf713-ebc6-49a3-b62f-0fc78435ae87) - ![Another shot in the suit, ready for a classy gig. Sometimes the dress code is black tie, but the energy is always 100%.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6c3dc41-ba40-4e48-a39f-902146f12a9e) - ![A duplicate of 68, showing off the formal wear. I clean up nice when the event calls for it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/23a39747-4b3f-475b-ab70-1165f7f9db92) - ![A duplicate of 69, capturing the full look. From streetwear to suits, I'm ready for any event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e5309f4-f034-45db-a0b7-c71ac5a22bab) - [Video: I'm in your feed because you need vibes. A quick reel showing that my purpose is to bring peace, love, and freedom through music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52a169fa-c268-43b8-a492-55a259408175) - ![A tribute to the late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar. A powerful moment as his image lights up the screen behind me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d76a7b3c-1011-4e66-b537-b404053344b5) - ![2024: Brighter Days Ahead. A silhouette shot of me on the mic, looking towards a future filled with music and light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5606c45e-b612-465c-9923-19c48da8350a) - ![Wishing everyone a great weekend from my spot at Toca Koramangala. Always happy to be behind the decks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/828ab60e-385a-40df-86dc-35650b5c6e70) - ![A black and white shot of me smiling, wearing my 'ARTIST' t-shirt. It's more than a job, it's who I am.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2d25c06-3343-492f-a63c-f21981b69483) - [Video: My July photo dump. A quick recap of a month filled with amazing gigs at Macaw, Boomrang, Drunken Daddy, and more.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d34395c-8da6-44b9-a6e3-df4be4666d64) - ![Swipe left for some AI magic. A cool, digitally enhanced portrait of me, blending art and reality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b88d0489-8f81-4c9f-a7a8-715bb4348080) - [Video: A video recap of an incredible night at MACAW by Stories. This clip shows the beautiful venue and the amazing crowd.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ba1ef407-c964-4658-84cb-7ef6ccb5208d) - [Video: Stay hungry, stay focused. A motivational reel showing that the drive to succeed is what fuels my performances.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f19d2b8-1ea0-4e54-a377-a485064dc5ce) - ![Feeling the beat, spreading the love. A candid, happy shot of me in the DJ booth at RAW Koramangala.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e88d392-85ba-4ddf-a137-ccfd23c99a63) - ![Look back and be grateful, look ahead and be hopeful. A cinematic shot of me under a spotlight, focused on the music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8475520-fa4d-4fe7-9cc1-eedaf2561a1e) - ![Say Alhamdulillah and smile. A moment of quiet gratitude captured mid-set. It's important to be thankful for the journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6ac4bf6-fdc2-498f-ae93-776545dbd92c) ## About Behind The Booth & The Vibe Behind the confetti and the pyro, there is a lot of prep that goes into every set. Whether it is syncing my tracks with the venue LED screens or managing sound checks to ensure the bass hits right, I am always in the thick of it. My job is not just to play music, but to command the room from start to finish. Being a DJ in Bengaluru is not just about showing up with a USB and hitting play. It is a 9-5 of a different kind. For me, it starts with the technical grind. When I show up for a headline show, I am working with venue sound engineers to make sure my signature Bolly-Tech mashups hit with the right impact. I am particular about the technical rider, ensuring we have the right Pioneer CDJ setup so there is zero downtime between tracks. Then, there is the crowd work. My style relies on being present. You will see me on the mic, keeping the energy up during a 4-hour open format set or handling a massive festival crowd of 8,000 people. It is about reading the vibe. If the energy dips, I am already dropping a fresh Punjabi remix to bring it back. I have learned that the best moments are unplanned. Like the time I had to break my fast mid-set during a gig at Wonderla—the energy from the crowd kept me going. It is that connection with people, from the students at fests to the regulars at club nights, that makes this journey worth it. I am grateful for the mentors like Sonu DS who helped me get here, and for the support of my family. When you book me, you are not just getting a DJ, you are getting the full experience of a decade of grinding, learning, and loving the process. Life hai bhidu, let's make it legendary. ## About DJ Shams I am DJ Shams, and I have been turning stages into high-energy zones for the past ten years. My style is raw, loud, and honest, blending Bollywood, Techno, and Punjabi bangers that do not just fill the floor, they own it. [See all of DJ Shams's services](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial) ## More from DJ for Special Events by DJ Shams - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/featured) - [High-Energy Club Nights](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/high-energy-club-nights) - [College Fests & Large-Scale Events](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/college-fests-large-scale-events) - [Festive & Themed Parties](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/festive-themed-parties) - [My Exclusive Edits & Mashups](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/my-exclusive-edits-mashups) - [Event Announcements](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/dj-for-special-events/event-announcements) ## More services by DJ Shams - [Club & Nightlife DJing](https://mytribe.in/craftyboyofficial/club-nightlife-djing) ## Similar work from other experts - [Behind the Console: My DJ Journey & Candid Moments](https://mytribe.in/shine_hvk/club-and-festival-dj/moments-throwbacks) by Shine HVK · Club & Festival DJ · Performs across Bengaluru; Travels pan-India - [DJ Shawn: A Glimpse Into The Decks & The Vibe](https://mytribe.in/djshawnofficial/event-dj-vj-services/portraits-behind-the-scenes) by Shawn · Event DJ & VJ Services · Travels to venues across Bengaluru - [Meet DJ Rash: The Vibe and Energy Behind the Decks](https://mytribe.in/djrashofficial/psytrance-dj/the-dj-behind-the-decks) by Rash · Psytrance DJ · Based in Bengaluru; Travels for gigs across India - [Behind the Decks with DJ James Smith](https://mytribe.in/djjamessmithofficial/dj-for-clubs-concerts-festivals/behind-the-decks-my-crew) by James Smith · DJ for Clubs, Concerts & Festivals · Performs at clubs and venues across Bengaluru - [Behind the Decks: A Look at My DJ Style](https://mytribe.in/djavi.avinash/club-festival-dj/behind-the-decks) by Avinash · Club & Festival DJ · Club gigs in Bengaluru; Travels across India - [Behind the Decks: Inside My Setup & Club Nights](https://mytribe.in/dj_dks_official/club-pub-dj/behind-the-decks-with-the-crew) by Darshan K Shetty · Club & Pub DJ · Available at venues across Bengaluru ## Guides - [DJs](https://mytribe.in/guides/djs-in-bengaluru): What a DJ night costs, whether sound and lights are in the price, and how late the music can go. About ₹25,000 for 3 to 4 hours with sound and some lights. ## Book To book DJ Shams, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20DJ%20for%20Special%20Events%20by%20DJ%20Shams.) You can also send your own message based on what your user needs. Put it in the link as `https://wa.me/916360004054?text=`.