Underground parties
Bar nights, warehouse jams and hip-hop showcases. Vinyl-first sets with real cuts and blends.
- Boom bap, funk, soul, breaks
- Live scratching and juggling
- Hosting and MC on request
DJ · MC · Vinyl selector
BILLY
BILLY
SOUL
Hip-hop roots, open-format range. From basement cyphers to first dances, Billy reads the room and keeps it moving.
Underground partiesHouse partiesSchool dancesWeddingsDJ lessons
One DJ.
Every crowd.
Every set is built for the people in front of it. Tell Billy who's coming and what the night is for, and he plans the music, the energy curve and the mic work around that.
House parties
Birthdays, backyard cookouts and holiday get-togethers. Music your guests know, mixed so nobody reaches for their phone.
- Throwbacks to current hits
- Requests taken all night
- Compact setup for living rooms
School dances
Homecoming, prom, winter formals and rallies. 100% clean edits, age-appropriate playlists, staff-friendly.
- Clean radio edits only
- Playlist preview for admins
- Line dances and group games
Weddings
Ceremony through last dance. Billy handles announcements, timing and the floor so your day runs on schedule.
- Ceremony, cocktail hour, reception
- MC for entrances, toasts, cake
- Planning call before the date
FormatVinyl & digital
DecksTwo turntables + battle mixer
On the micMC & event host
GenresHip-hop, R&B, funk, soul, open format
In the booth
Bars, record shops, tents and stages. Same hands on the platters, a different room every night.
Watch & listen
Billy on the mic. Music videos and performances from his YouTube catalog. Each one opens on YouTube.
DJ lessons
Learn from a working DJ, on real turntables and controllers. Lessons are 1-on-1 or small group, for ages 10 and up, from total beginner to aspiring battle DJ.
First Mix
Never touched a deck? Start here. Learn the gear and play your first clean mix.
- How turntables, mixers and controllers work
- Counting beats, bars and phrases
- Beatmatching by ear
- Your first two-track blend
Party Rocker
Build sets that hold a dance floor, the same skills Billy uses at weddings and parties.
- EQ, filters and smooth transitions
- Building a set and an energy curve
- Reading the room and taking requests
- Mic work and hosting basics
Cut & Scratch
Hip-hop DJ craft on vinyl. Scratches, juggles and the cuts heard in Billy's underground sets.
- Baby, chirp, transformer and flare scratches
- Crossfader technique and cutting
- Beat juggling and doubles
- Digging for records and building a crate
FormatsPrivate 1-on-1 · Small group · Parent & kid
GearVinyl turntables or controller. No equipment needed to start.
Book a lesson
DJ rates
Starting prices. Every event is different, so Billy confirms a final quote after a quick call about your date, venue and timeline.
Events
- Underground party / club nightUp to 4 hours$350/night
- House party3 hours, then $100 per extra hour$400
- School dance3 hours, clean edits, then $125 per extra hour$600
- Wedding: reception4 hours, MC included$1,800
- Wedding: full dayCeremony, cocktail hour and reception, up to 6 hours$2,500
DJ lessons
- Private 1-on-160 minutes$75/hr
- 4-lesson packSave $40$260
- Small group2–4 students$40/person
- Parent & kid60 minutes together$100/hr
Travel is free within 30 miles. A flat travel fee applies beyond that.
Show history
A Portland hip-hop regular, on bills with the scene's longest-running nights and underground crews.
2017-11-22Wicked Wednesdays 20th Anniversary
Beulahland, Portland. Portland's hip-hop sanctuary turns 20.
2016-11-23Wicked Wednesdays 19th Anniversary
The Raven, NE 31st & Sandy, Portland.
HeadlinerBilly Soul Live
SE Clay St, Portland. Album release: International SouL Deluxe Version.
LineupThirsty City
With Akira Gautama, Alex Meltzer, Crockett King and Uglybootleg.
HeadlinerThe Cypher Squad
Support Underground Hip-Hop, with Earlsinabluntz and INP | BK.
SceneWicked Wednesdays: The Documentary
The night Billy came up in, a Portland hip-hop institution since 1997.
E.M.G / The Real Deal Crew
Listen on SoundCloud ↗
Muay Thai · Kickboxing · All ages
STRIKE
STRIKE
WITH SOUL
Coach Billy brings the same discipline from the turntables to the pads. Real technique, real conditioning, taught with patience for every age and level.
KidsTeensAdultsPrivate lessons
Power comes
after control.
Two arts.
One gym mindset.
Every student learns stance, guard and footwork first. Power comes after control. Sparring is always optional and always supervised.
Muay Thai
Thailand's national sport. Students learn to use fists, elbows, knees and shins, plus the clinch. Great for full-body strength and real self-defense.
PunchesElbowsKneesKicksClinch
Kickboxing
Boxing combinations paired with roundhouse, front and side kicks. Fast-paced, high-cardio and easy to start for complete beginners.
Jab · CrossHooks · UppercutsRoundhouseTeepFootwork
Signature program
The 6 S's
The 6 S's
by Billy Soul
Billy's own training system. Every class, from Little Strikers to adult fighters, is built on the same six foundations. Students start with stance and build toward soul, with a clear path from day one.
Train the 6 S's- 1
Stance
Everything starts from the ground. Balance, guard and footwork come before any strike.
- 2
Strength
Power built through bag work, bodyweight and core, so every kick and punch lands with intent.
- 3
Speed
Fast hands, quick feet and sharp reactions, trained through pads, drills and timing work.
- 4
Stamina
Rounds, rope and conditioning that let you stay strong from the first bell to the last.
- 5
Strategy
Reading an opponent, setting up combinations and knowing when to strike and when to defend.
- 6
Soul
Heart, respect and discipline. The mindset that carries from the gym into school, work and life.
For all ages
Groups are split by age and experience so every student trains with partners their own size and level.
Little Strikers
Coordination, listening and confidence through games and pad drills. No contact sparring.
Youth
Fundamentals, combinations and respect. Builds focus that carries into school and sports.
Teens
Technique, conditioning and controlled partner work. Athletes cross-train for their main sport.
Adults
Beginner to experienced. Fitness kickboxing, technical Muay Thai and optional sparring.
Inside a class
About 60 minutes, built in rounds like a real fight camp.
10 min
Warm-up
Jump rope, shadowboxing and mobility.
15 min
Technique
One skill broken down and drilled slowly.
3 × 3:00
Pad rounds
Partner and coach pad work with 1:00 rest.
10 min
Conditioning
Bag work, core and bodyweight finishers.
5 min
Cool-down
Stretching, breathing and a team circle.
Ways to train
Pick the format that fits your schedule and goals.
Group classes
Small groups by age and level. The best way to start and stay consistent.
Private 1-on-1
Focused coaching for fighters, athletes cross-training, or anyone who wants faster progress.
Workshops & events
Self-defense clinics, school and team visits, birthday parties and community events.
Training rates
Starting prices for classes and private coaching. Ask about family and sibling discounts.
Group classes
- Drop-in classAny group class$25
- 10-class packUse anytime$200
- Monthly unlimited: adultsAges 18+$150/mo
- Monthly unlimited: kids & teensAges 5–17$120/mo
Private & events
- Private lesson30 minutes$45
- Private lesson60 minutes$80
- Workshops, school & team visitsUp to 2 hoursfrom $300
Booking
Book Billy
DJ gigs, DJ lessons or martial arts training. Fill this out and your inquiry is written up for you. Send it to Billy by email or text so he can confirm availability and pricing.
- Call / text
- (408) 893-1696
- @billysoul ↗
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