Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Meet DJ Dat Kid Shawn, also known as DKS, an Alaska DJ who’s helping shape the Electronic Dance Music (EDM) scene in Anchorage, Alaska. Born into a military family, Shawn’s journey is anything but ordinary. From his early days navigating life in a household on the move, to discovering his true passion for music, Shawn has become a trailblazer in Alaska’s EDM culture.
In this episode, we dive into his upbringing, his path to becoming one of Anchorage's most prominent DJs, and the vibrant EDM community he’s helped cultivate. Discover how his beats and passion for music have electrified the local scene and inspired others to embrace the rhythm of Alaska's unique rave culture. #alaskaedm #plur #edmmusic
Story by James Oh
Video by Valerie Lake
Graphics by James Oh
Custom music by Dat Kid Shawn
Additional music by Universal Production Music
INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.
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Consider supporting Alaska Public Media and ensure storytelling like INDIE ALASKA continues into the future. Make a donation today at: alaskapublic.org/donate
Meet DJ Dat Kid Shawn, also known as DKS, an Alaska DJ who’s helping shape the Electronic Dance Music (EDM) scene in Anchorage, Alaska. Born into a military family, Shawn’s journey is anything but ordinary. From his early days navigating life in a household on the move, to discovering his true passion for music, Shawn has become a trailblazer in Alaska’s EDM culture.
In this episode, we dive into his upbringing, his path to becoming one of Anchorage's most prominent DJs, and the vibrant EDM community he’s helped cultivate. Discover how his beats and passion for music have electrified the local scene and inspired others to embrace the rhythm of Alaska's unique rave culture. #alaskaedm #plur #edmmusic
Story by James Oh
Video by Valerie Lake
Graphics by James Oh
Custom music by Dat Kid Shawn
Additional music by Universal Production Music
INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.
Click on the Subscribe button above to get notified when new episodes are available.
Consider supporting Alaska Public Media and ensure storytelling like INDIE ALASKA continues into the future. Make a donation today at: alaskapublic.org/donate
