DJ Chuck Platinum
The Indie Heat Show
Wednesdays 8PM - 9PM
“Platinum Airwaves.”
About
DJ | Producer | Recording Artist | Mix Engineer | Radio Personality | Entrepreneur born on Manhattan’s Lower East Side in New York City, raised in the Bronx, and now based in Connecticut, DJ Chuck Platinum is a veteran DJ, music producer, recording artist, mix engineer, and radio personality with over 30 years in the music industry. Rooted in New York City’s rich musical heritage and influenced by generations of musical innovation, Chuck Platinum brings experience, versatility, authenticity, and an undeniable passion for music to everything he creates. With a career spanning DJing, music production, recording, mixing, songwriting, radio broadcasting, and live entertainment, Chuck Platinum has developed a multifaceted approach to the culture. His musical foundation is deeply rooted in hip-hop, R&B, soul, funk, and classic records, while his versatility allows him to navigate multiple genres, generations, and audiences seamlessly. As a DJ, Chuck Platinum specializes in open-format mixing, classic hip-hop, contemporary hip-hop, R&B, old-school favorites, soul, funk, dance music, independent releases, and crowd-moving party selections. Whether performing at clubs, private celebrations, weddings, corporate functions, or special events, he combines musical knowledge, technical ability, crowd awareness, and decades of experience to create memorable experiences. Beyond the turntables, Chuck Platinum is an accomplished recording artist, songwriter, producer, and audio engineer. His creative work emphasizes lyricism, storytelling, musical craftsmanship, and preserving the authentic foundations of hip-hop while continuing to evolve artistically. His musical journey includes relationships and collaborations within hip-hop’s respected creative community, including mentorship from legendary DJ Kid Capri. He is also a member of the SALT DJ Pool, maintaining his connection to both established and emerging music. As the founder of Ayanna Records, Chuck Platinum is committed to independent artistry, creative ownership, artist development, and building opportunities that preserve the integrity of music and its culture. His work as a radio personality extends that mission. Through CrateRunner Radio, he champions independent artists, introduces audiences to new music, celebrates timeless records, and creates a platform where musical discovery and genuine conversation coexist. Chuck Platinum’s philosophy is simple: great music transcends generations, authentic artistry deserves a platform, and the culture must be respected, preserved, and carried forward. More than a DJ, Chuck Platinum is a lifelong student, contributor, and ambassador of music, combining the wisdom of experience with the ambition to continue creating, educating, entertaining, and inspiring. Catch D.J. Chuck Platinum’s The Indie Heat Hour live every Monday, 8–9 PM on CrateRunner Radio.