Rafe Gomez
Cultural preservation pionner.
I am a DJ, radio personality, and business strategist, known for blending cultural preservation with marketing expertise in innovative ways.
In my interview with Mark Walmsley, he created a fantasy cultural year for me, and it was an incredible experience filled with surprises, anecdotes, laughter, and a few fun conversational detours.
As the DJ/host/producer of Danceteria Rewind, my popular two-hour weekly livestream on Twitch, I bring the legendary energy of the iconic Danceteria nightclub (1979–1986) back to life, every Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. U.S. Central Time..
Through a curated mix of early hip-hop, punk, disco, funk, and emerging EDM, I recreate the genre-blending music experience that defined New York City’s nightlife in the 1980s. With nearly 50,000 followers, Danceteria Rewind offers listeners a “theater of the mind” journey, allowing them to relive—or newly discover—the eclectic sounds and artistic collaboration that made that era so special.
In addition to my role as a DJ, I’m also the co-founder of VC Inc. Marketing, an award-winning firm that helps businesses grow through thought leadership, competitive analysis, and media strategy. My work spans industries like education, hospitality, real estate, tech, and more, and has been featured in top media outlets such as Forbes, Fast Company, and CNBC. My passion for both business and culture allows me to seamlessly bridge the past and present, offering innovative strategies and creative solutions that drive success.
