DJ Straight Goods is a respected figure in Toronto’s hip-hop landscape and a founding member of the influential Silver Fox Sound. With a career spanning multiple decades, he’s played a vital role in shaping and supporting the city’s underground sound, earning recognition as both a tastemaker and a true technician behind the decks. As host of Live From The Den, his long-running weekly show on Sensimedia Radio’s hip-hop station, Straight Goods curates a heavy rotation of boom-bap anthems, dusty vinyl treasures, and boundary-pushing new releases—always with a deep sense of history and an ear for what’s next.

Raised in the heart of Toronto’s DJ and sound system culture, Straight Goods came up during a time when mixtapes moved hand-to-hand, community radio was king, and every set was a statement. He honed his style playing basement jams, warehouse parties, and college radio shows, eventually establishing himself as a go-to selector for heads who wanted the real. Over the years, he’s shared stages with legendary acts, supported countless local MCs, and remained a steady force in a scene that continues to evolve.

Known for his surgical blends, no-frills delivery, and encyclopedic knowledge of hip-hop’s many eras, DJ Straight Goods is more than just a DJ—he’s a cultural archivist, a trusted voice, and a lifer in the game. Whether digging into rare pressings, championing homegrown talent, or dropping timeless joints that still rattle speakers, Straight Goods brings substance, soul, and authenticity to every set. He doesn’t just play records—he tells stories, connects generations, and holds the line for the music that built him.