#botostories

[botomaki]

[10-4-2022] You know what the interesting thing is? I've been DJing since 2011 but I was always too shy/insecure to play out. Even now, I'm still pretty insecure (hence the mask. Keep in mind, I've been masked up PRE-Pandemic. The face shield ended being more to stand out/separate from the "normal" face masks). I started to lose my motivation to DJ pre-2020. I even considered quitting entirely and selling off all my stuff. But, like 6 years ago, I was voluntold to play a gig and I was reminded why I even took up the hobby in the first place. So thanks @denverhousemusic for growing to be an awesome crew and letting me tag along for the ride. Thanks #NamakoTEAM and everyone else who believed in me when I didn't believe in myself (you know who you are). And also, thanks @temple_denver for allowing me to express myself. You've become like a second home to me and it's an honor & privilege to play on both your stages~ 📸 @mszipper303 @anthny.jacobs #DenverNightLife #DenverClubLife #NightLife #ClubLife #DenverDJ #LocalDJ #SupportYourLocals #DenverHouseMusic #DHM #ShyGuy #PLowProject #PLP #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful #BotoSessions #BotoMaki #BotoStories #BotoDrip (at Temple Denver) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjSFvS-Om_f/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[botomaki]

[9-24-2022] Come hang with me and some of the @denverhousemusic boiz tonight as we put it down in LVL at @temple_denver (^-^) The main room has @biggigantic for the RowdyTown afterparty. Come swing by as it'll be a grand ol' time~ #DenverNightLife #DenverClubLife #DenverDJ #NightLife #ClubLife #DenverHouseMusic #DHM #HouseMusic #BotoSessions #BotoStories #PLowProject https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci6JkAHLXDG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[botomaki]

[5-12-2022] I know it's only been a week but I'm sharing pics from last Thursday [5-5-2022] for ThrowbackThursday. Honestly, it's very surreal to me that I was invite to join the @denverhousemusic lineup for TRANSFORM at LVL Temple: Denver because I'm incredibly hard on myself and don't ever think I'm good enough (even more so since I'm still going through a motivational/creative/inspirational slump since pre-pandemic). So imagine my surprise when I'm seeing/hearing people react positively to my set (so many fist-bumps). Even more surprising is receiving an offer the following day to be support on main stage for one of my favorite producers on Friday, May 13th (that's tomorrow, friends). Last week was my first time playing at Temple and I've already been given the opportunity for main stage? Me? I guess I can't keep calling myself a nobody anymore, haha. But in all seriousness, thank you for believing in me and pushing me forward. Thank you for the continued support and trusting me (even though I don't believe/trust myself)~ And to my former #NamakoTEAM, "Thank You for everything. Even though we don't talk anymore, know that I appreciate everything you all did for me over the years. Love you guys~" 🎵 @temple_denver 📸 @brizzzzzle #ThrowbackThursday #TBT #Denver #ClubLife #NightLife #DenverClubLife #DenverNightLife #DenverDJ #LocalDJ #SupportYourLocals #BassHouse #ElectroHouse #ElectronicDanceMusic #BotoMaki #BotoSessions #BotoStories #PLowProject #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful #NervousWreck #NervousForNothing (at Temple Denver) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdeLArEJXjf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[botomaki]

[4-27-2022] Hello, friends (^-^) Looking for something to do next week? Come hang with me and some of the homies of @denverhousemusic at LVL @temple_denver on Thursday, May 5th from 9PM-1AM. I'll be making my LVL debut so it'd be mighty awesome-o if y'all could come through~ #DenverHouseMusic #DHM #DenverClubLife #DenverDJ #LocalDJ #SupportYourLocals #LVL #TempleDenver #House #HouseMusic #BotoSessions #BotoStories (at Temple Denver) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc37HesJuIZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[botomaki]

[4-13-2022] Look at what I picked up? Jay-Kay, one of my buddies let me borrow his PioneerDJ XDJ-RX3. 1. I've been debating whether I should sell my current setup and downsize to an all-in-one; 2. I've got a gig coming up in a few weeks and an XDJ-RX3 will be present. Since it came out, I want to familiarize myself with the new UI; 3. I'm still on Rekordbox 5.8.6 and I'm wondering if it's worth my time to update to Rekordbox 6.6.3 (this gear came out post RB-6 so it's a good test bench). So far, I've been running into hit-or-miss issues. For example: while I was messing with it last night, it had no issues loading my settings but today, it doesn't even give me the option to load them. Also, the AutoPlay (track immediately starts when it's loaded) is stuck on continuous. Even if you go into the UTILITY menu and change it to SINGLE mode, it still AutoPlays. Keep in mind, it's been updated to the latest firmware (1.11). Other than that, I enjoy messing around with it so far. I appreciate the features and how it'll make my workflow much easier (when it's working). Anyways, more time to play with it~ #Pioneer #PioneerDJ #DJGear #DJEquipment #XDJRX3 #Rekordbox #ThatNewNew #Troubleshooting #DJ #LocalDJ #DenverDJ #BotoSessions #BotoStories #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful https://www.instagram.com/p/CcUaG12OBmr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[botomaki]

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[6-6-2018] Working on another video. Not entirely sure what to call this segment. Man, I should REALLY be working on music instead though~ #BotoMaki #BotoSessions #BotoVlog #BotoStories #StoryTime #Vlog #Vlogger #VlogSquad #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful #Adobe #AdobePremiere #VideoEditing #EasilyDistracted #YouTube #Novice #Beginner #JumpCuts #Random #Whatever

[botomaki]

[9-26-2020] Some pics by @bassdoutdnvr @allupinya_ifyouletme from a low-key outdoor show I DJ'd at last week [9-19-2020]. It's not very often I get to DJ on 4 decks. Admittedly, I got a little confused at first (mostly just muscle memory of playing on the center channels) but it was fun! Big "Thank You" to @akproductions.co and @quitelowrecords for inviting me out. It was a lovely experience. I got to play during the Sunset Hour (7pm-8pm). I know the last picture wasn't during my set but I just thought it was pretty. Anywho, when the pandemic is over, I hope to play more shows. I miss it dearly~ #Colorado #DJ #ColoradoDJ #DenverDJ #LocalDJ #LocalTalent #GreatOutdoors #Outdoors #MountainAir #FunInTheSun #CampingThings #LowKey #ElectroHouse #DirtyElectro #BassHouse #WeebShit #BotoMaki #BotoStories #BotoSessions (at Lake George, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFnJS8jp3AM/?igshid=51hy6kp783th

[botomaki]

[2-4-2020] "Subarashi...." Because you know an anime character is up to no good when they have to adjust their glasses~ #Subarashi #GetInTheFuckingRobot #Otaku #OtaCOOL #OtakuStatus #Weeaboo #WeebShit #Anime #AnimeGlasses #BotoMaki #BotoStories #BotoSessions #PLowProject #PLP #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful #BigKidStatus #NerdShit https://www.instagram.com/p/B8KUg-gJ5ZG/?igshid=mpf89ko9jlxn

[botomaki]

[1-24-2020] A stressful day deserves a stress-relieving meal~ #JapaneseRestaurant #JapaneseFood #Fooding #Food #FoodingWithFriends #FoodingAdventure #Ramen #ShoyuRamen #Gyoza #PorkBuns #Asahi #AsahiBeer #BotoMaki #BotoStories #BotoSessions (at Mr. Ramen) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7ujTpOJTuE/?igshid=aq2crlxgzxxl

[botomaki]

[1-24-2020] While ZGMF-X13A is being worked on, I have a rental for the weekend. It's a Nissan Sentra (cheapest they had available). I don't intend on using it very much since I'm probably just gonna be home all weekend. But it does have a fold-down back seat. Maybe now, I can get that IKEA shelves for my Gunpla now. Oh! And it has a backup camera?! This shiz is weird and i don't like it. But it has a USB port so i can listen to music things~ #CarThings #CarProblems #Convenient #ThanksWarranty #Technology #Nissan #Weekend #BotoSessions #BotoStories #PLowProject #PLP #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful (at Enterprise Rent-A-Car) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7txVebpb2k/?igshid=t1sx347lgp53

[botomaki]

[12-31-2019] I went through a lot of looks/phases in the last 10 years. There have been a few ups and a LOT of downs (that resulted in a still-deteriorating self-confidence). However, I'd like to think I've learned a lot in the last decade. To all my friends and family; to those I love, have loved/been infatuated with, and those I've hurt; to everyone I've met/maintained/lost along the way, I'm forever grateful to you and the experiences we've shared and I only wish you the best. Regardless of our circumstance, I'll always hold a special place for you in my heart. Here's to the 2020s and to the next 10 years. Hopefully, it'll consist of more ups this time around~ #HappyNewYear #HappyNewYear2020 #10YearChallenge #BotoMaki #BotoSessions #BotoStories #PLowProject #PLP #ThisIsntEvenMyFinalForm #Evolution #Experience #Growth https://www.instagram.com/p/B6wqeWRpXNM/?igshid=xjfl667ffey3

[botomaki]

[10-14-2019] I SHOULD be working/editing something else right now~ #Razer #RazerPanthera #ArcadeStick #StreetFighterV #SpecialEdition #FightingGames #Gamer #PlayStation4 #PS4 #PlayStation3 #PS3 #Unboxing #UnboxingVideo #AdobePremiere #AdobePremierePro #Vlog #Vlogging #BotoVlogs #BotoSesssions #BotoStories https://www.instagram.com/p/B3nu_0yg2Fn/?igshid=1o83pjalzo1rl

[botomaki]

[8-21-2019] Posted a thing on my YouTube channel (link on my bio). Yeah, I know it's a year overdue but better late than never. This is technically Part 2 of a long weekend. I got paid in food (which I'm always down for). Big thanks to I:E Entertainment for inviting me and [eventually] accepting me into their crew~ #BotoSesssions #BotoStories #YouTube #Vlog #Vlogging #Denver #DJ #DenverDJ #SupportYourLocals #House #HouseMusic #Friends #GoodTimes #Brunch https://www.instagram.com/p/B1cuwzlgj0r/?igshid=4k38gv7pn5uv

[botomaki]

[7-25-2019] About 18-ish years ago, I thought this was the coolest thing. Not so much anymore (this was maybe my Sophomore/Junior year of high school [2000-2001ish]). I wish my hair grew at the rate it did back then. I wouldn't do this again but I would certainly like the ability to~ #ThrowbackThursday #TBT #BackInTheDay #YoungAndBuckish #AZN #AZNPryde #AZNPride #GotRice #AnimeHair #AnimeHairstyle #BotoStories #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful #NoOneToImpress #NotTheBestIdea https://www.instagram.com/p/B0XRssgAj4s/?igshid=1d5u33nt0h4w1

[botomaki]

[7-23-2019] I was only supposed to take a week break after the last vlog to work on this other one. Ended up being a month. Whoops....Anyways, gonna shoot for 7/28 or earlier because 7/29 would officially be a year since I recorded this footage 😑😑😑😑 #BotoStories #BotoSesssions #BotoVlogs #AdobePremierePro #Vlogging #Vlogs #YouTube #VideoEditing #Lazy #Slacking #SuccessfullyUnSuccessful (at Starbucks) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0SCQPAAqNc/?igshid=1mw4fk09zppds

[botomaki]

[7-19-2019] Whenever Bobbie-Senpai is in town, I'm guaranteed to be there (≧∇≦)/ @djheavygrinder @heavygrinder & @katfyr threw down hard (per the usual). Love watching them perform. Didn't get many pictures because my Sony RX100M5 was being weird so the phone came to save the day. Wasn't able to get a pic with JayJay because he was deep in conversation multiple times and I didn't wanna bother him. But next time, for sure. Heart you guys~ #FavoriteDJ #TeamHG #HeavyGrinder #Denver #NightLife #Senpai #NoticeMeSenpai #SenpaiNoticedMe #Hero #Inspiration #Friends #Homies #BotoStories #BotoSesssions (at Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0Ifn5rg6Dt/?igshid=si36bq37xh68