DJ Epps Celebrates 50th Birthday, Releases New Music, and Announces Book

The Miami-based DJ and radio host is marking major milestones in 2026 with new creative projects.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 12:21am

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DJ Epps, a popular Miami-based DJ and radio host on LL Cool J's Rock the Bells Radio on SiriusXM, is celebrating a big 50th birthday this year. In addition to the birthday party, Epps has also released new music, including a collaboration with rapper Ty Nitti, and is working on an upcoming book titled 'The Story of DJ Epps' that will chronicle his journey from New York City to Miami. Epps is also gearing up to host a Rock the Bells cruise to Jamaica in November.

Why it matters

As a prominent figure in Miami's music and entertainment scene, DJ Epps' milestones and new creative projects showcase the continued vibrancy of the city's nightlife culture and the enduring appeal of DJ culture. His story of moving from New York to Miami and building a successful DJ career also reflects broader trends of talent migration to Florida.

The details

DJ Epps, who has been a DJ on LL Cool J's Rock the Bells Radio on SiriusXM for the past five years, recently released a new single called 'Real Ninjas' that features a collaboration with rapper Ty Nitti. Epps said the song is a 'throwback chorus' that combines the sounds of Queens, New York and Miami. In addition to his music, Epps is also working on a new book titled 'The Story of DJ Epps' that will detail his journey from New York City to Miami, where he says the 'brand of DJ Epps just blowing up' after the city 'adopted' him.

  • DJ Epps is celebrating his 50th birthday on April 4, 2026.
  • DJ Epps' new single 'Real Ninjas' featuring Ty Nitti was recently released.
  • DJ Epps' book 'The Story of DJ Epps' is currently in the works.
  • DJ Epps will be hosting a Rock the Bells cruise to Montego Bay, Jamaica from November 1-6, 2026.

The players

DJ Epps

A popular Miami-based DJ and radio host who has been on LL Cool J's Rock the Bells Radio on SiriusXM for the past five years.

Ty Nitti

A rapper who collaborated with DJ Epps on his new single 'Real Ninjas'.

LL Cool J

The hip-hop legend who hired DJ Epps to be one of the DJs on his Rock the Bells Radio channel on SiriusXM.

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What they’re saying

“'Around January 1, I basically tell myself, 'Whatever I didn't do last year is what I'm going to do this year.'”

— DJ Epps, DJ

“'Real Ninjas,' if you hear the chorus, it's a throwback chorus. I linked up with Ty Nitti and it was an honor to work with him. He was like, 'Yo, let's work on a song.' And I said, 'Yeah, no problem. Let's take Queens and Miami together and make a collab,' and out came the single.'”

— DJ Epps, DJ

“SiriusXM has been great to me, man, and it's an honor to represent them. For LL Cool J to grab me up and make me one of his DJs, it's an absolute honor.”

— DJ Epps, DJ

“A book is in the works. 'The Story of DJ Epps.' Coming from New York City to Miami, and the brand of DJ Epps just blowing up here in Miami because Miami adopted me. Thank you!”

— DJ Epps, DJ

“This Rock the Bell cruise Nov. 1 to the sixth going to Montego Bay, Jamaica. It's going to be phenomenal and if you have not been to a Rock the Bell cruise, you got to be on the next cruise.”

— DJ Epps, DJ

What’s next

DJ Epps will be celebrating his 50th birthday on April 4, 2026 at Kemistry Nightclub in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets are available for purchase online. Additionally, DJ Epps' new book 'The Story of DJ Epps' is currently in the works and will provide more details on his journey from New York City to Miami.

The takeaway

DJ Epps' milestone 50th birthday, new music release, radio hosting gig, and upcoming book project showcase the continued vibrancy of Miami's music and entertainment scene, as well as the enduring appeal of DJ culture. His story of moving from New York to Miami and building a successful DJ career reflects broader trends of talent migration to Florida.