Some people play music.
Others move people.

Wesley Choi, known in the DJ scene as Dubsy, has been showing up behind the decks at our events since early 2025, but his real impact goes far beyond the booth.

We first met when a close friend Luke Melo of UBC Electronica Club reached out to use the studio as a venue for a DJ night. At the time, I didn’t know the kind of impression that night would leave. The music was next-level. The crowd? Locked in. 

Since then, Wesley’s been our go-to DJ for JDM nights and late studio events, often pairing with Luke to close out the night with energy and intention. But more than that, I noticed something deeper about Wesley. He showed up early to help set up. He stayed late to pack down. He wasn’t just there to perform, he came to contribute. And even as he heads to Toronto to start a new chapter in his career, his absence will leave a noticeable gap in the Vancouver DJ scene. Because Dubsy doesn’t just bring sound, he brings presence.

From Classical Roots to Club Sets

Wesley’s journey into DJing wasn’t some overnight discovery. Like many great creators, it started with a different rhythm, classical violin and piano as a kid.

“I always listened to electronic music growing up. One day I finally stopped making excuses, bought a board and a DAW, and jumped in.”

At the time, he was testing out all kinds of hobbies—photography, design, editing—but music kept pulling him back. When a friend bought FL Studio and started experimenting, something just clicked.

Making It Real

What started as a curiosity became a habit.
And Wesley, being Wesley, treated it seriously from the beginning.

“If I’m going to give something 100%, I should carry myself that way too.
So I show up early. I stay professional. I make sure I’m not the thing the organizer has to worry about.”

That level of intention is rare in any industry, let alone the nightlife scene. But it’s exactly what’s earned him trust, not just as a DJ, but as a collaborator.

Quiet Progress, Loud Rooms

Progress for Wesley doesn’t come from status or packed venues. It comes from practice.

“Sure, playing big crowds is great. But right now I’m focused on developing skill, confidence, and knowledge.”

He’s constantly building. Pushing his own sound. Currently, he’s working on a remix EP he’s been testing out in clubs, shaping it based on real feedback and feel. No rush. No fluff. Just steady output and quiet iteration.

The Plain Pillars

Impact First

“I love supporting people who were once in my shoes.
Whether it’s mentoring new DJs or contributing to events, I try to give where I can.”

Identity is Earned

“Reps matter. I made it a habit to show up early, be professional, and act like someone who’s serious about this.”

Small Bets, Big Ideas

“A lot of pop-up gigs and ideas failed early on. But they taught me to keep showing up.
Sometimes you're doing everything right—but things still take time.”

The Middle of the Set

Wesley’s still in the middle of his journey. Between school, gigs, and life, it’s not always smooth, but it’s meaningful.

“It’s tough but fun. A grind, for sure—but so rewarding when I get to do what I love.”

And if he could whisper something to anyone about to start their own thing?

“Just start. You might feel late, but you’ll regret it more if you wait.”

It’s sound advice from someone who knows how to move a room, but also how to move through a life built on showing up.

Follow Wesley: @dubsyprod
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