DJ ALEX GUTIERREZ

*The 7-Eleven Coffee Experience: A Quest for the Perfect Cup** Ah, 7-Eleven coffee. The unsung hero of your early morning hustle, the liquid courage that gets you through your first meeting, and, if we’re being honest, the only coffee that doesn’t judge you for your questionable 2 a.m. snack choices. But let’s face it: 7-Eleven coffee is not terrible... if you know how to work the machine like a caffeinated wizard.  **The Key Ingredients: A Little Bit of Magic, and a Whole Lot of Trial and Error** First things first: 7-Eleven coffee isn’t going to win any barista awards. It’s not *the* coffee you dream about when you think of sipping something rich and velvety in a chic café while wearing your best cardigan. No, no. 7-Eleven coffee is more of a blank canvas. It’s the espresso of opportunity. The coffee equivalent of that one friend who’s really good at *just* enough things to make you think they can help you with anything. To get the perfect cup, you’re going to need to experiment....

  The Untold Vow: Protecting the Purse – A Husband's Most Dangerous Mission You’ve been through a lot in your life. You worked out, you went to college, some of us even went into the military. You’ve fought off exhaustion, you’ve battled deadlines, and you’ve faced the brutal reality of taxes. But none of that compares to the greatest challenge that awaits every husband. One challenge so terrifying, so insidious, it makes all those battles seem like child’s play. I’m talking about protecting your wife’s purse . This, my friend, is the true test of your manhood. The moment you signed that marriage certificate, there was an unspoken, unwritten clause added to your vows: “Thou shalt protect the purse at all costs.” Sure, you pledged to love her in sickness and in health, but they don't tell you that your real battlefield starts at the checkout line of the grocery store. Think about it. There you are, strolling through the local supermarket, pushing the cart like a pro. You've ...

  Michael Gray - You Got To Remember (Featuring Tatiana Owens) DJ Alex Gutierrez ( Miami) Watch the Video at this Link  https://youtu.be/0yUSpzFcxQY?si=J4CAxX9k9gq9OgqK As a DJ who's been spinning records for over 45 years in Miami, I've seen the evolution of the scene firsthand. The love for Disco music here is stronger than ever, and during my sets, I’m constantly looking for those "must-play" tracks that keep the energy alive while avoiding the trap of sounding predictable. This is where the Disco House genre comes in—allowing me to stay fresh and distinct, blending the nostalgic with something new and exciting. With subgenres like Nu-Disco, Funky House, and French House, I’ve found the perfect way to maintain a classic vibe while introducing modern flavors. That brings me to a standout track that has earned its place in my playlists: Michael Gray - You Got To Remember (featuring Tatiana Owens). For a Disco DJ like myself, finding songs that capture the essence of...

                           Flagler y la 12: A Symbol of Cuban Exile in Miami In the heart of Miami, a historic intersection known as  Flagler y la 12  (Flagler and 12th Avenue) stands as a testament to the cultural identity and resilience of Cuban exiles who arrived in the United States during the 1960s. For many of us who came from Cuba during those turbulent years, this intersection became much more than a street corner—it was the pulse of Cuban life in exile. It was a place where Cuban culture thrived, where businesses and communities flourished, and where the hope of starting anew intertwined with the nostalgia for a homeland left behind. The Historical Significance of the Intersection The intersection of Flagler and 12th Avenue, often simply referred to as  Flagler y la 12 , holds deep historical significance not just for Cubans but also for Miami itself. Flagler Street is named after Henry Flagler...

  The First Movie My Father Took Me to See: Goldfinger – A Story of Bond, Evil, and Role Models Today is Actor Gert Frobe's Birthday . He Portrayed " Godfinger " in the  1964 James Bond movie. The movie has a special place in my life., and transform me into a fan. As a young boy newly arrived from Cuba, there were many things that seemed foreign to me. The language, the culture, the food—it was all a new world. But one of the first things I remember clearly is the day my father took me to the movie theater to see Goldfinger . It was an experience that would leave an indelible mark on my heart and mind, one that would shape my understanding of masculinity, evil, and heroism. Goldfinger was the third film in the James Bond franchise, released in 1964. It starred Sean Connery as the suave and deadly British secret agent, James Bond, and it quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Directed by Guy Hamilton, the film is based on Ian Fleming’s novel and remains one of the most i...

  Title: Bond Reborn Genre: Action/Thriller/Spy Tagline: A new delivery... A deadly past. Plot Summary: Dave Turner, an unremarkable Amazon delivery driver, spends his days navigating the streets and dropping off packages to customers. But one rainy afternoon, everything changes. As he delivers a package to a mysterious, high-security compound, a large box falls from a shelf and strikes him on the head. The blow is seemingly minor, but it triggers a buried memory—a life he can’t quite remember, but feels deeply familiar. Flashbacks hit him in waves: a life of danger,beautiful women, luxury, and covert missions. He sees himself in sharp suits, driving sports cars, and executing high-octane action moves. But these images are fleeting, like they belong to someone else. Torn between his regular life and the awakening of a deadly past, Dave begins to question his true identity. The puzzle pieces come together when he’s contacted by an enigmatic woman, Evelyn Clarke , who claims to kn...

  Scooters and Mopeds: Miami’s Wildest Road Warriors i almost hit a guy on a scooter this morning on my way to work , scared the shit out of me. So let’s talk scooters and mopeds for a second. No, not those “cute” little things people zip around on thinking they’re in their own personal Scooter-Only Highway. I’m talking about the fearless warriors on two wheels who roll through the streets of Miami with all the grace of a toddler on a tricycle, the helmet of someone who definitely made it at home, and the absolute audacity of a stuntman who just doesn’t care that the laws of physics are definitely not on their side. As someone who drives early in the morning and late at night, I’ve witnessed things on the road that would make the average person clutch their steering wheel in sheer horror. These mini motorbikes glide between cars as if they’re starring in their own Fast & Furious spinoff, "Fast & the Fearless: Scooter Drift." And let’s be honest—every moped rider th...

  Why Are We Being Charged for Air? The Oxygen Economy Conspiracy Explained  Alex Gutierrez I went to put air in my tires this morning . I had no change and the credit card reader was broken.In a plot twist that’s sure to leave you gasping for breath (and your wallet), the most basic human necessity—air—is now a commodity. Yep, you heard that right: air , that invisible substance we all take for granted, is now something you might need to pay for. Remember when gas stations used to give you free air for your tires? Well, those days are long gone, replaced by the modern horror that is the coin-operated air pump . No more free tires for you, my friend! Now you’re lucky if it costs under two bucks just to keep your bike tire from collapsing. How did we get here? Let’s take a deep breath (before the bill comes) and dive into the breathtaking tale of the oxygen economy . The Rise of the "Air Moguls" Who’s behind this air-money-grab, you ask? Take a look at your friendly neighbor...

  Why is Music Rarely Judged Like Sports? Oh, Except During the Super Bowl Halftime Show Let’s be honest: the halftime show is the Super Bowl of music judgment. And while we usually don’t judge music the same way we do sports,come Super Bowl Sunday, it's like the whole country becomes a panel of judges at American Idol or America's got talent. But here’s the kicker: no one really has any idea what they’re talking about. I don’t, and I’ll admit it. I’ve never been one to judge rap music, and I don’t think I ever will. The only time I hear rap is when someone flies past me in traffic blasting it at a volume that surely could be heard from space. Or when " Rapper's Delight" by the Sugar Hill Gang comes on. Still, I have opinions, because, well, everyone has opinions when it comes to the Super Bowl halftime show. This year, they chose Kendrick Lamar. Kendrick Lamar? Okay, okay—don't come at me, rap aficionados! I get it, the man’s a legend. But here's the t...

  The Super Bowl is Here and Disco Can't Save me by DJ Alex Gutierrez Alright, folks, the Super Bowl is upon us.  The one time of the year when I pretend to care about sports as much as everyone else does.Is it pronounced " Licks"?  But here’s the thing—I don’t know jack about sports. I was that kid growing up who could never quite grasp the concept of teamwork or skill. When it came time to pick teams for any game—kickball, dodgeball, you name it—I was always the last one standing there, awkwardly shuffling my feet, hoping maybe, just maybe, someone would choose me before the overweight kid and the kid with Coke bottle-bottom glasses. (No offense to those two, they were probably the smarter ones anyway.)  Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love Super Bowl parties and being around friends. I mean, who doesn’t love a good spread of snacks, a mountain of chips, and some secret family recipe dips that definitely came straight from TikTok? But when the guys start chatting...

When Did We Start Disliking Contemporary Music? By Alex Gutierrez Alright, let’s be honest for a second. When did we, the baby boomers, start treating contemporary music like it’s some weird alien transmission? One minute, we were grooving to everything—rock, disco, salsa, freestyle, house—and the next, we were just like, “Nope, not having it anymore.” What happened? When did the music that once felt like home suddenly turn into a language we couldn’t understand? Think back with me. As teenagers in the 70s, we were immersed in music. It was our lifeblood. I mean, I was a DJ back then, for crying out loud. Music was constantly evolving, and we embraced it all—the new sounds, the changing beats. One minute, it was rock ‘n roll, and the next, disco showed up with its glittering ball, and we were all spinning around to basslines like we had no cares in the world. Salsa was a given, thanks to our parents, and when freestyle hit? We couldn’t get enough of those infectious beats. We were read...

WILL DJ FOR EGGS  The Egg-cellent Price Hike: Why I Want Eggs More Than Ever You know what they say—everything's more valuable when you can't afford it. Case in point: eggs. I’ll admit it: eggs were never really on my radar. I was that person who bought them without a second thought, shoving them in the cart alongside bread and milk. Eggs were just... there. A humble, dependable staple. A little oval-shaped miracle I took for granted, like my ability to make scrambled eggs without breaking a sweat. But now? Eggs are practically gold. A dozen is more expensive than my entire lunch sometimes, and you can forget about finding a bargain. The price of eggs has soared, and guess what? That makes me crave them more than ever. When I was a kid, eggs weren’t about how much they cost, but what we did with them—namely, launching them at rival neighborhood kids in Little Havana on Halloween. Ah, the thrill of a well-aimed egg against an unsuspecting house. You didn’t even think about th...