The Selecter DJ Kirk, aka Kirk Michael Harper, is a San Francisco native that has been DJing and producing live events since the 1990s. He is best known for his all embracing knowledge of soul, hip hop, boogie, disco, pop, yacht rock and reggae throughout the decades, and has a deep record collection of original vinyl records.
Kirk has been involved in every aspect of music, as a deejay, writer, event producer and owner/manager of several venues. From 1991 through 2010, he was a founding partner and general manager of Mr. Fives and 330 Ritch Street. He has booked and hosted wide range of a-list talent including Isaac Hayes, Tribe Called Quest, The Brand New Heavies, Muse, Amy Winehouse and The Killers, just to name a few.
The Selecter DJ Kirk is a member of the renown Sweater Funk crew, San Francisco’s long standing boogie and modern funk party. Kirk has been a driving force for 15 years and Sweater Funk continues every first Saturday at the Knockout in the Mission.
In addition, Kirk has a DJ side project: The Captain & Shalyce. Teaming up with his wife Shalyce, a legendary Los Angeles club DJ and promoter, their DJ set and performance is a yacht rock experience like no other. Dressed to the nines in luxury A.O.R. style, the duo spin classic yacht rock only on 45’s. They blend the classic yacht rock hits with new yacht rock influenced tunes, to set a vibe for a decked-out DJ experience.
Throughout his career, Kirk’s ability to play positive uplifting sets from any genre or era, mix it seamlessly, and get the dance floor moving and grooving is his trademark. Dubbed “The Mayor of SF” by various bay area press outlets, this combination, is what makes him one of kind.
If you’re in the bay area, be sure to check out The Selecter DJ Kirk and get on the dancefloor! He is an anchor within San Francisco’s nightlife community, and keeps the fire burning!