{"id":56333,"date":"2021-01-16T06:03:26","date_gmt":"2021-01-16T06:03:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=56333"},"modified":"2021-01-16T06:03:26","modified_gmt":"2021-01-16T06:03:26","slug":"shawngrooving-in-the-states","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/shawngrooving-in-the-states\/","title":{"rendered":"SHAWN\u2026GROOVING IN THE STATES"},"content":{"rendered":"

SHAWN\u2026GROOVING IN THE STATES<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Source:<\/span><\/strong><\/span>Island<\/a><\/p>\n

Doing exceptionally well, as a DJ, in the States \u2013 Washington D.C \u2013 is Sri Lankan Shawn Groove, better known in that part of the world by his stage name DJ GROOVE.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shawn began his DJing career, at a very young age; he was just 16 when he was signed up by a famous event company, at that point in time \u2013 Dreams Music Centre, in Colombo 6.<\/span><\/p>\n

Within a short while, he made his presence felt, especially at house parties where he was in big demand.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Before long, Shawn\u2019s versality, as a DJ, was spotted by one of Sri Lanka\u2019s top radio stations \u2013 SUN FM \u2013 and, he found himself very much a part of the station\u2019s popular Club Hopping show, aired during the weekends.<\/span><\/p>\n

When the opportunity came his way, Shawn decided to travel to America but never gave thought of embarking on a DJ career, fully aware that in that part of the world very high standards are maintained.<\/span><\/p>\n

But, they say you can never keep a good man down, and it had to happen! One particular night, in 2001, Shawn found himself spinning at a local night club, in Washington D.C.<\/span><\/p>\n

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That was, indeed, the turning point in Shawn\u2019s DJ career, in the States, and he has been spinning away, ever since, at many great venues, throughout the Washington D.C. area.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shawn also travels nationwide, and Internationally, as well, for private events, such as weddings, dinner dances and corporate functions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moving up the ladder of fame, at a rapid pace, Shawn is now the CEO of Groove Entertainment & Lighting \u2013 a well-known company that does productions for many events, in Washington D.C., as well as for bands travelling, from Sri Lanka, to the States, for performances.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shawn, who is currently the resident DJ for MGM National Harbor, Washington D.C., is best known for his expertise in providing dance party solutions for clubs and special events.<\/span><\/p>\n

With over 20 years of experience, Shawn has helped change and evolve dance music to massive parties throughout Washington D.C.<\/span><\/p>\n

He has performed live in front of mega crowds in D.C.\u2019s hottest nightclubs, and at VIP events.<\/span><\/p>\n

And, guess what! In 2015, Shawn was among the top 50 DJs in Washington D.C.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Over 500 DJs entered the 1st annual DC Clubbing Top 50 DJs poll. The two-week voting period tallied over 4,000 votes, and when the dust settled, it was left with the top 50 DJs in Washington D.C.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shawn has held many residencies in many clubs throughout Washington D.C.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shawn Groove, is well known as a great open format DJ and maintains a close connection with the people who come out to hear him\u2026and he feeds off their vibes.<\/span><\/p>\n

They say Energy Is Always at the Highest Level when DJ GROOVE moves into action.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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