PREPMODE (DJ Simple Simon as some may remember) is an established, experienced, and internationally recognized DJ/Turntablist, Remixer and Producer. Beginning his career in the mid 1990’s as a House DJ, he has successfully transitioned through multiple genres of House and Hip-Hop/Top 40 to Dubstep. Throughout the early 2000’s, he ranked, won, and judged Turntablism competitions including the legendary DMC competition and Guitar Center’s SpinOff. Since 2004, PREPMODE has worked for the Scratch DJ Academy/Scratch Events performing at corporate tours and national events for clients such as: Nike, Vans, Neiman Marcus, State Farm Insurance, Nordstrom, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. In addition, PREPMODE has produced and performed for the runway shows of numerous independent fashion designers and fashion design schools. Beside his extensive resume as a DJ, he is also credited as a musician and producer for original tracks and remixes. He is most notably responsible for the scratch-work for Songwriter/Producer Rench, and the 2010 Emmy nominated Gangstagrass project. PREPMODE has performed numerous styles of music in 11 countries worldwide and his resume continues to grow each year.