DJ KENNY CASANOVA’S WRITING WORK

One of TheDJservice.com’s disc jockeys, DJ Kenny Casanova, has his roots in entertainment as he is a former rign announcer and also a former wrestling personality. In early 2014, Kenny decided to try his hand at writing as well, setting out to write a book as a fundraiser for a retired WWE wrestler he had worked with who had lost both legs to diabetes.

In the past, Kenny Casanova portrayed a wrestling manager named “Kim Chee” on a number of occasions in the Northeast, for a huge monsterous wrestler named “Kamala.” Some 15 years later, Kenny heard about Kamala’s plight and figured his story in a book form could be one answer to Kamala’s lost earnings. So Kenny interviewed WWE Legend Kamala, as well as a number of other famous names in wrestling, in hopes to create Kamala’s autobiography to help him offset the double-amputee’s medical costs.

From these interviews, Kenny put book together and put it up on the social media platform, KICKSTARTER! where everybody chips in to help make something happen. Using the Kickstarter funds as a means to collect pre-sales, along with some really great reward incentives including the book itself, fans rallied behind Kenny’s idea.

Kenny went into a full-fledged self-publishing mode, creating a press called WOHW.com. He got all kinds of press for the book, additional content by famous wrestlers and arranged for countless interviews to plug the book.

With the Kickstarter money, Kenny hired an editor, a book layout guy and also had enough funds to actually print the book.

It is our pleasure to report that Kenny raised $17,500, which was $5,500 over goal! After the Kickstarter campaign, remaining book sales surpassed $10,000. An finally, an additional $35,000 was also raised in cash by fans wanting to help when the Kickstarter had ended on a Gofundme collection.

If you are interested in the book check out www.KamalaSpeaks.com

It has guest passages by  Jim Ross, Mick Foley, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Koko B Ware, Insane Clown Posse’s Violent J, Jerry Jarrett, Cowboy Bill Watts, Kevin Sullivan, “Brother Love” Bruce Prichard, Barry Darsow (aka Repo Man / Smash of Demolition), “The Mountie” Jacques Rougeau, Nikolai Volkoff, “The Genius” Lanny Poffo, Jesse Barr (Jimmy Jack Funk), Boris Zhukov, Ivan Koloff, Bill Anderson, Marty Jannetty, Bobby Fulton, Tom Brandi, Jimmy Hart, Ken Resnick, Bill Apter, Insane Chavo Guerrero Sr, Adrian Street, and Hacksaw Jim Duggan.

BOOK PROMOTION INTERVIEWS –

STEVE AUSTIN – After Kenny finished the first draft, he called another “wrestling bad-ass.” It turned out Stone Cold was one of “the biggest Kamala fans ever as a kid.” Therefore, Steve Austin brought in Kamala as a guest on his Aug 19, 2014 podcast, launching the Kickstarter  campaign first on, “THE STEVE AUSTIN SHOW.”

ROWDY RODDY PIPER – After the dust settled from Austin’s interview, Kenny called The Hot Rod and arranged to have him chat with Kamala for the September 8th, 2014 airing of his talk show. The two of them worked together in the early 80s and certainly had a lot to talk about. James said this was his favorite interview ever, and Piper said, “I really learned a life lesson about the positive attitude that James Harris has about life.”  You can listen to it and download it at “PIPER’S PIT”

A REVIEW OF AN AWESOME BBQ SERVICE IN ALBANY, NY

Are you thinking of throwing a party but have no idea what to do for food?  How about a BBQ service that offers WHOLE HOG pig roasts with a cool billiards theme?

They do it all. When I was the DJ for a party they did last year, I was blown away. 3 Ball has the most impressive custom-made smoker, “Smokezilla,” that I ever saw.

3 Ball BBQ menu is also out of this world. Not only do they carry the best in traditional BBQ entrees, but they also have “Global-Cue” categories featuring Brazilian BBQ on skewers and Korean BBQ dishes. I personally couldn’t get enough of their scrumptious seafood gumbo!

ANY SIZE PARTY – If the idea of too much food from a massive HOG isn’t what you are looking for for your smaller backyard BBQ, how about a smaller suckling pig with some other pork platters and sides? They really aim to please.

If you want to book them for a party, check out 3BallBBQ.com, or call 518-522-7102.

VOTED #1 TROY DJ

(518) 506-3305. Affordable wedding DJ / Mobile disc jockey in Troy, NY with a complete library of new music & classics. Also – Digital Photography & Lights!

If your Troy event is at Franklin Plaza, Franklin Terrace, or even The Hilton Garden Inn off of Hoosick Street in Troy, NY, then we are the DJ service for you!

NEW HITS & ALL THE CLASSICS: Want top quality in music entertainment and disc jockey services for your event in Troy, NY? Then look no more! We mix today’s best new music with all your favorite throwbacks. Want to have a hand in creating the playlist? No problem! Help create the playlist or leave it up to us!

#1 LOCAL DJ SERVICE: Kenny Casanova is #1 for most DJ related internet searches in the area. Booked sometimes 2 years in advance for dates, you will want to lock in your date near Troy, NY now! DJ Kenny Casanova has a great voice with WWE ring announcer & sports broadcasting experience …and his tag team partner… DJ Maria is also the area’s #1 female DJ on Google in Albany & Troy, & Troy, NY areas!

TROY DJ SERVICES & WHAT WE BRING TO THE PARTY:

•200,000 song library
•DJ/MC experience since 1996
•Professional Photography “The DJ Cam”
•Interactive events, dances, & activities
•Digital Slide Show
•Our Music Video LCD Package
•Voted Capital Region #1 Karaoke DJ
•Radio Personality Experience
•Ring Announcer Experience: WWF / WWE
•Sports Broadcasting Experience
•Karaoke & with a very large track library
•Huge Laser Show
•Professional Gear Bose L1 Stick & Peavey
•Very affordable prices!!!

CONTACT US NOW FOR PARTIES IN AND AROUND TROY NEW YORK! Call us or TEXT us at 518-506-3305, or email ken@thedjservice.com. Check out www.theDJservice.com for more information!

LOCAL TROY COUNTY SERVICES: If you want an affordable experienced DJ for your wedding reception or party with countless local venue hall relationships, our local Troy County office serves Castleton-on-Hudson, East Greenbush, East Nassau, Frear Park, Hampton Manor, Hoosick Falls, Lansingburgh, Nassau, Poestenkill, Rensselaer, Rosemont Park, Schaghticoke, Troy, Valley Falls, Van Allen Park, West Sand Lake, Wynantskill, all on a regular basis for music entertainment disc jockey mobile DJ services.

LOCAL VENUE LIST OF CONTACTS:

If you are still looking for  a hall, here are some contacts from our Top 50 Venue List:

1) Franklin Terrace – 126 Campbell Avenue – Troy, NY – (518) 274-3421
Website   –    Menu   –   Directions   –   Pictures   –   Email

2) Franklin Plaza Ballroom – Fourth & Grand Streets – Troy, NY – (518) 270-9622
Website   –    Menu PDF   –   Directions   –   Pictures   –   Email

3) Sterup Square – Carousel Ballrooms – 2113 NY 7 – Troy, NY – (518) 279-9600
Website   –    Menu   –   Directions   –   Pictures   –   Email

4) Revolution Hall at Browns – River Street – Troy, NY
Website   –    Pictures   –   Email

Other remote points that we handle include:

VOTED SCHENECTADY’s #1 DJ CHOICE!

(518) 506-3305. Affordable wedding DJ / Mobile disc jockey in Schenectady, NY with a huge library of new music & classics. We also have Digital Photography & Lights!

If your Schenectady event is at Mallozzi’s Ballrooms & Catering, The Stockade Inn, or maybe Waters Edge Lighthouse, then we are the DJ service for you!

NEW HITS & ALL THE CLASSICS: Want top quality in music entertainment and disc jockey services for your event in Electric City Schenectady, NY? Then look no more! We mix today’s best new music with all your favorite throwbacks. Want to have a hand in creating the playlist? No problem! You can help create the playlist or leave it up to us!

#1 LOCAL DJ SERVICE: Kenny Casanova is #1 for most DJ related Google searches in the area. Booked sometimes 2 years in advance for dates, you will want to lock in your date near Schenectady, NY now! DJ Kenny Casanova has a great voice with WWE ring announcer & sports broadcasting experience …and his tag team partner… DJ Maria is also the area’s #1 female DJ on Google in Albany & Troy, & Schenectady, NY areas!

SCHENECTADY DJ SERVICES & WHAT WE BRING TO THE PARTY:

•200,000 song library
•DJ/MC experience since 1996
•Professional Photography “The DJ Cam”
•Interactive events, dances, & activities
•Digital Slide Show
•Our Music Video LCD Package
•Voted Capital Region #1 Karaoke DJ
•Radio Personality Experience
•Ring Announcer Experience: WWF / WWE
•Sports Broadcasting Experience
•Karaoke & with a very large track library
•Huge Laser Show
•Professional Gear Bose L1 Stick & Peavey
•Very affordable prices!!!

CONTACT US NOW FOR PARTIES IN AND AROUND SCHENECTADY NEW YORK! Call us or TEXT us at 518-506-3305, or email ken@thedjservice.com. Check out www.theDJservice.com for more information!

LOCAL SCHENECTADY COUNTY SERVICES: If you want an affordable experienced DJ for your wedding reception or party with countless local venue hall relationships, our local Schenectady County office serves customers from Duanesburg, Alplaus, Glenville, Niskayuna, Princetown, Rotterdam, Delanson, Scotia, Duanesburg ,Duane Lake, East Glenville, Mariaville Lake, Niskayuna, Pattersonville, Rotterdam Junction, Rotterdam, all on a regular basis for music entertainment disc jockey mobile DJ services.

Other remote points that we handle include:

TRY OFFERING AN ADULT BEVERAGE WITH A KID’S GAME AND BRING THE FUN TO YOUR DJ PARTY!

It is funny, because we are all kids at heart. Sometimes some of the best times in life are when you bring the child out in someone. Rather than just serve some adult drinks at your next party or event, why not make them work for it.

Once a year, we get booked by our friends at a local fire department induction party to DJ the event. This year we decided to add an activity to go along with their fun and foolish antics; Vokda Piñata.

To the best of my knowledge, we made it up – but who knows. Anyhow, rather than just loading the Piñata up with only little bubblegum shop toys and candy, we added a little something else with a kick. Knowing that our audience were adults, and adults who like to drink, our special added bonus was twenty of those little shot bottles of Vodka, Fireball and various types of rum that they could add to their soda of choice.

HOW TO MAKE IT HAPPEN – It really is simple. We were doing a Fireman’s party so we just ordered the Piñata from a local party store. It was only like $8! Then, all you have to do is wrap a little bubble wrap around the bottles with some rubber bands, and you are good to go. The bottles were all plastic these days for the most part, so you don;t really need to worry about fragile glass breaking on impact.

Here are some pictures of the party we DJ’ed in the Troy NY area where we debuted our Vodka Piñata.

Give it a whirl. They will love it!

If you liked this idea and want to book us for your theme party, drop us a line at 518-506-3305.

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