Steve Aoki’s Big Grammy Night: Go Behind the Scenes
I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead, the 2016 Netflix documentary focused on DJ Steve Aoki, charts his transformation from a straight-edge kid who played in hardcore bands in his hometown of Newport Beach, California, to twentysomething hipster-whisperer, running an indie label, spinning records and helping introduce American kids to acts like Bloc Party and Justice, to CDJ-twirling Ibiza demigod. It was also nominated for a Best Music Film Grammy this year.
Ron Howard’s rock doc The Beatles: Eight Days a Week may have taken home that particular prize, but Aoki still had a fantastic time before, during and after the ceremony, as seen in the following gallery, featuring commentary from Aoki himself. He let Rolling Stone tag along to show how his epic day played out.
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Exposed
When the photographer arrived I said shoot whatever you want.
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Suit and Tie
I don’t really wear ties often so needed some help. Also my hair kept getting tangled. I guess it’s long hair problems.
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Grooming Is Good
Love this outfit, thank you to Ermenegildo Zegna for making me look good for the Grammys. Grooming is important.
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Saying Thanks
Always thankful, always.
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Heading out With My Team
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Smiles
With my mom getting into the limousine to head over to the Grammys. There’s no better feeling than seeing my mom happy.
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Limo With Mom
Inside the limousine with my Mom. Squeezing in some work.
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Ready for the Red Carpet
Just got out of the limo. Buttoning up and getting ready for the red carpet.
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Aoki Nap Time
This is one of my secrets to getting things done. I nap whenever possible. We call these Aoki Naps.
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Rocking the After-Party
The official after-party at Bootsy Bellows playing with my good friend DJ Vice. Here I am with the guys from Dvbbs. Avicii and Like Mike also popped by. It was crazy crowded!
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With DJ Vice and Oliver Heldens
It was a crazy night, so packed!
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Let Them Have Cake!