DJ Ryan Nogar

DJ Ryan Nogar is one of the most well known names in Goa's nightlife scene. For more than 15 years now, DJ Ryan has entertained thousands of party goers at various nightclubs and music fests, both in Goa as well as in different parts of India and overseas. He has performed at various high profile music events like Sunburn, Supersonic, Oktoberfest, and Timeout72. He has performed with many big names from the industry, including entertainers like Nikhil Chinappa, Nawed Khan, Rohit Barker, Suketu, Clement, Whosane, Norman Doray, Firebeatz, Arston, Marco V, Tomsize and many others. Although proficient in all kinds of music styles, he is best known for his House, Hip Hop & mainstream music.

In a brief conversation with ItsGoa, DJ Ryan shared insights into his life, his career as a DJ, his other endeavours and lots more…

Tell us a bit about yourself. I was born and raised in North Goa. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in Panjim and then moved on to working part time as a DJ - until I gained the skill and confidence to pursue it full time.

What was your childhood ambition?

Growing up, I had different ambitions, but never imagined I’d end up becoming an artist and entertainer.

You are currently based at: Goa as the Resident Head DJ at Hammerzz Nightclub in Calangute. I also freelance as a DJ across different cities in India as well as in Dubai and the UK.

How and when did your interest in DJing begin?

I think my love for music stemmed from watching my dad who used to be a fantastic musician and part of a band from yesteryear’s. My interest grew watching senior DJs perform at festivals and public events and that’s when I began learning the ropes and working towards pursuing it as a profession.

Take us through the journey of your career as a DJ. I started out small, like everyone else. From Birthday parties and family events, to small sets at clubs and small scale public events to bigger platforms across all venues in Goa and now gratefully at some of the biggest nightclubs in India. Website: www.itsgoa.com I Instagram: @_itsgoa

DJ Ryan performing at Hammerzz nightclub

Name a few DJs who are your favourites. Hardwell, DJ Snake, David Guetta to name a few.

Apart from DJing, what are your other endeavours? I co-own LumaSonic Tech, an audio and lighting rental company along with Quantum - an artist management company.

What are your future plans? I look forward to producing more of my own music in the near future. Apart from that I guess just go with the flow and take up every challenge along the way.

Finally, any message or words of advice for our readers? Never stop believing in yourself and your potential. Pursue music full-time only if you have a true passion for it. Because there is nothing better than going to work everyday, loving what you do.