Interviewed & written by a Bermudian that Loves talent and cares! Gina Mcafee (Entrepreneur Column Writer/Reporter) Pembroke Parish Bermuda
DJ Cavon was born in Bermuda (true Bermudian at heart) and currently resides in the Fort Lauderdale and South Jersey U.S.A., and works in Bermuda seasonally. His background undoubtedly supports his versatility and exquisite taste in music.
He possesses the stereotypical qualities of a DJ which are the good looks, charm and the ability to get a party jumping, but he also has STUFF some DJ’s don’t have which is mad talent and passion for music! He BREATHES music, THINKS music, TALKS music and madly loves music; unlike most DJ’s who take playing music as just a job and has no love for the game.
From the time DJ Cavon was a teenager he always listened to his Dad’s classic music of yesteryear. He was use to recording from an 8-track player, reel to reel and then to onto a tape cassette deck and now onto CD’s! & flash drives. (There are not many of today’s DJ can even say that who are still in the game). His Dad Ross Simons (deceased) was a well-known bass player, was from North Shore Pembroke who had a voice to die for. He played bass and sang lead for several bands all over the island of Bermuda and people loved him for it. His nickname was “Happy”. His father also had a successful business as a plumber as well, which started out as “Doo All Plumbing” then he took over the business and renamed it “Top Rank Plumbing”
This was one of the things which got DJ Cavon into the entertainment business; he loved to see people having fun. For an island that is approx. 24 square miles long and 1 mile wide at its widest point, you need to try to find ways to keep yourself entertained. DJ Cavon love entertaining and got the idea from his dad who passed away in February 2005. (RIP)
Back then DJ Cavon was only 15-16 years old digging out his Dad’s crates like the old Isaac Hayes and Al Green, Tom Jones, Frank Sinatra records and many other artists from the early 60’s, 70’s and 80’s.
These where two Hot DJs… the upcoming DJ Caspers (left) that looks up to DJ Cavon as one of the Best in The Island. As well as DJ Youngals (middle) who grew up listening to DJ Cavon’s music back in the day on his custom made cassettes tapes. Youngals got a lot of his style of playing music from DJ Cavon. His was very good on the mike (miestro) like DJ Cavon is himself. He has the gift to be a natural MC and knew how to motivate a crowd verbally and musically. He’s now a retired Disc Jockey and still to this day is always proud to be in the presence of a phenomenal person like DJ Cavon.
Bermuda Radio Personality Radigun (left) from Power 95 FM is seen with DJ Cavon (middle) and Double S (right). DJ Cavon takes the microphone and energizes a crowd of over 800 attendees at the Jam Packed party held at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess in Bermuda.
“If it had not been for DJ Cavon, I would not be among the most sought-after DJs at this moment, nor would I have even entered the industry on the Island of Bermuda. He was the one who introduced me to the art of music. I have always admired him and aspired to be the best on the Island of Bermuda,” states DJ “Slick Vic.”
DJ “Slick Vic” (retired) and DJ Cavon are arguably among the most prominent older DJs on the Island of Bermuda today. Victor not only holds DJ Cavon in high regard, but they also share a strong friendship that has lasted for many years (true friends). Unfortunately, Victor has recently fallen ill and is no longer able to perform.
In addition, Victor was known for spinning some of the most popular tracks at Flavors Disco, which were a hit back in the day. It was before this that DJ Cavon encouraged him to pursue a career as a DJ. Victor, who once operated a business selling records and tapes, used to provide Cavon with the latest vinyl records during his purchases. Cavon persuaded him to go professional in Bermuda, recognizing his exceptional musical knowledge and potential as a Disc Jockey. In the past, Victor would visit DJ Cavon’s home, where they frequently engaged in mixing contests. They would challenge each other by dropping songs and saying, “I bet you can’t do better than that?” They often held DJ battles right at his place… those were truly the good old days.
There are very few DJs who can claim to have performed at Flavors Disco, or even at any legitimate nightclub for that matter. If you inquire with any older individual in Bermuda, they would affirm that Flavors Disco was the premier venue for both partying and music performance in its heyday. Since then, no establishment on the island has matched the unique experience that Flavors provided, nor will there ever be one! People traveled from all corners of the globe to visit. Unfortunately, Flavors fell into decline and lost its clientele shortly after DJ Cavon departed Bermuda to pursue his music career at the Speakeasy in Hollywood, Southern California. The venue was unable to find a replacement for DJ Cavon’s exceptional talent, leading to its closure as the customer base dwindled and business suffered significantly. DJ Cavon has since resided in the USA for over three decades and has attained American citizenship, holding dual citizenship now now resides in Myrtle Beach South Carolina.
