DJ Izdee founded the *New Kids on the Block* collective as a launchpad for KOOP Radio’s newest programmers, providing a space for emerging talent to grow and thrive. With an eclectic taste and a deep appreciation for hidden gems, she finds joy in sharing a thoughtfully curated playlist as a means of connection. For DJ Izdee, music isn’t just about sound; it’s about storytelling, discovery, and building community. She is passionate about fostering the growth of fellow programmers, helping them find their voice while creating meaningful experiences for listeners.
In an era of endless scroll and algorithm-fed playlists, DJ Julo brings people together the old-school way—one record at a time, one song at a time. Spinning vinyl is a slow, thoughtful revolt against days spent staring at screens. It’s about presence, purpose, and the joy of analog sound. She loves the ritual: the weight of a record in her hands, the worn edges of a sleeve, the precise drop of the needle, and the warm crackle of a scratchy 45. For DJ Julo, sharing music is an invitation. Each set, which might include weird B-sides, global treasures, and beloved pop gems, is compiled with love and intention. It’s a rebellion against passive listening and a call to participate in a collective music experience.
DJ Creech
DJ Pink B (she/her) is a music curator for the dancefloor, bringing a mix of modern, energetic pop music that centers femininity in all its forms. From mainstream acts’ album deep cuts to hidden indie gems, DJ Pink B takes listeners on a journey that’s fun, fierce, and sparkly. She takes pride in crafting soundtracks that feel like the ultimate night out – without even having to leave the house!
DJ Cool Kel (he/his) has lived in Austin for nearly 30 years and has been listening to KOOP radio for most of that time. When he was 12 years old, his older brother gave him a copy of the cheap CD compilation “Punk-O-Rama, Vol. 2”, an event that caused Cool Kel to want to know everything about all seventeen bands on that disc. This was the beginning of Cool Kel sucking up musical information like a vacuum. He loves all musics, from Ambient to Zeuhl, and is pretty sure that “Aja” by Steely Dan is the most perfect musical recording ever produced. All that said, Cool Kel never gets tired of music that is hard, heavy, fast, and fun. It all started with a punk CD, and it always circles back to that. Cool Kel is proud he finally stopped procrastinating and is now contributing to the radio station he loves as a sustaining supporter, a volunteer, and a DJ. He hopes you will do the same.
Ross Topol
After dragging his feet for too many years, KOOP is the fourth station Ross is proud to call home and he’s settling in nicely. Ross prides himself in finding lesser-known gems to share and has a real soft spot for anything coming out of France. He swears there’s something in the water over there, at least when it comes to electronic music. Music is as essential as food or water for him though and he loves getting recommendations as much as he enjoys giving them. Tell him a few bands you like and he’ll probably make you a mixtape within a week whether you want it or not.
DJ Nimbus has lived in Austin for 15 years, and discovered KOOP shortly thereafter. A lifelong music enthusiast, he never considered being an on-air personality, but has enjoyed learning the process! Nimbus is happy to share his love of music as well as his time volunteering with KOOP!
DJ H+ is a musician, writer and radio DJ/host who has lived in the Austin area since the 90’s. As a member of the hip-hop collective LNS Crew, he’s been mentioned in ATX publications like The Austin Chronicle, Austin American-Statesman, The Daily Texan, Austin Monthly, and various other platforms for his musical work.
DJ cmo
Just a little bit of everything! I like what I like, and I hope you do too. I have many songs I would like to share an I’ll throw a theme show in there every once in a while (like a sea shanty show ). I’m looking forward to sharing some tunes with y’all!
DJ Casey
Born in the humid recesses of South Texas, DJ Casey worked in the freak show of a traveling circus until an incident in the bear cages forced the operation to close. With no place to go and no friends to turn to, he found just what he was looking for in the KOOP 91.7 community. He brings that unique perspective to the air with a show that features local bands and artists doing live performances in studio where anything could happen.