Sofie Knoller – Exonar first
joined SL in 2007 by chance while she was researching for alternative
networking methods. Since then she has tried different career moves as she is
very energetic and full of innovative ideas. She has been a successful model in
the past, however, as she states being a DJ was always her ambition. She has a
wide range of genre including Arabic and Egyptian tunes. Let’s see what Sofie
has to share with us.
Interview with Sofie Knoller Exonar
Cecilia: Hello Sofie thank you for your time. Let’s
start by answering a few questions about yourself so we know who you are.
SOFIE: You
are very welcome! I am doing great.
I hope you do too!
Cecilia: When did you first join Second Life?
SOFIE: I
started SL late 2007. I stumbled upon it while doing some research on online
networking methods.
Cecilia: What careers did you follow before you
discovered your passion for music?
SOFIE: I
was a hostess and then I did some modeling at Calamity haute and Arai agencies.
Cecilia: That is Great! When did you started feeling
that is time for a change and why did you pick a DJ career?
SOFIE: I
started DJing early 2008 at an Arabic venue that no longer is around. It was
quite an accomplishment for me. It opened a whole new world of opportunities. I
always admired DJs and their work and to be one has been a dream come true! I
didn't really replace modeling with DJing I do all sorts of things on SL as
much as my time allows. In fact I recently joined MVW modeling academy to brush
up on my skills and increase my opportunities and I'm still a model for Solo
Evane agency.
I first started to DJ to provide
Arabic entertainment mainly in a world where the Arab culture hardly existed
and I wanted to introduce it to Second life in the form of music but it has
opened a whole new world for me introduced me to new music from all over the
world. Can't deny it also provides
nicely for my shopping addiction :)
Cecilia: When was your first time DJING? How did you
felt at that moment tell us about your experience at that time.
SOFIE: I
was too excited and nervous at the same time! but after a few songs I totally
got in the mood and got really calm and started to really have fun.
Cecilia: Sofie, how would you describe yourself?
SOFIE: I'm
a very dedicated person who strives to perfect anything I do and this applies
to all my jobs including Djing I'm also a very friendly and outgoing person and
I get along easily with people.
Cecilia: What do
you think it takes to be a good DJ?
SOFIE: I
think DJs need a good ear and a sense of rhythm also a DJ needs to be very
perceptive to what his audience like and I find a good memory an essential perk
to a DJ who has regulars. Being a good performer with good audience rapport is
definitely a bonus :)
Cecilia: Do you have wide range of genres and what
do you prefer most, mixed sets or each set to be represented by one specific
genre?
SOFIE: Yes,
I have a wide range of genres that I play, ranging from Techno and Trance to
Jazz and romantic ballads! I love being
international with my sets and I play songs in several different languages.
I usually use mixed sets to
accommodate all kinds of listeners but it really depends on the venue where I'm
playing and the general attitude of the audience
Cecilia: Tell our readers where you DJ at the moment
so they can come enjoy your sets.
SOFIE: I
currently play weekly sets at Habibi Arabic club also at Frank's Elite jazz and
BPM club.
Cecilia: How can club owners contact and book you if
they are interested? Do you have a manager who makes the arrangements or you
are by yourself?
SOFIE: No,
they can just drop a note card to Sofie Knoller. I usually answer in less than
24 hrs.
Cecilia: Is there anything else you would like to
share with SLE readers?
SOFIE: “Music
is the universal language of mankind” I
absolutely believe in this and it's very prominent especially here on SL where
all boundaries have been crossed and borders don't exist.
Additional
Information
Group: secondlife:///app/group/3a82803c-2947-df2f-7bd1-37beda9fe1dd/about
Contact: Sofie Knoller for bookings
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