Aaron "Terkalerk" Terkel
Aaron “Terkalerk” Terkel's sound pulls from funk, soul, jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and pop—blended with intention and deep musical knowledge. On the mic, he’s smooth, concise, and in control—guiding the energy without ever overpowering the moment.
You can catch him spinning Lake Erie cruises aboard the Lady Caroline or bringing a polished, high-energy vibe to events across the city.
He’s also one of Cleveland’s most in-demand karaoke hosts (KJs), bringing high-energy nights to some of the city’s favorite venues, including Welcome to the Farm, Prosperity Social Club, The Little Rose Tavern, and Happy Dog.
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Years DJing: 15+
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#1 Dance Floor Filler: "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" - Whitney Houston
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Guilty Pleasure(s): 90s booty music, Big Mucci line dances
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Slow Jam: "Through the Fire" - Chaka Khan / "Nice n Slow" - Usher
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Favorite Venue to DJ: Spice Acres
Residencies: Little Rose Tavern (Karaoke monthly, first Saturdays), Prosperity Social Club (Karaoke monthly, first Mondays), Welcome to the Farm (Karaoke every Thursday), Lady Caroline (Commander Bandmaster/Director of Entertainment)