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DJ Wrex | |
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| Born | Rex Balbuena Southern California, U.S. |
| Genres | Open format, Hip hop, Turntablism |
| Occupation(s) | DJ, Turntablist, Producer, Event Entertainer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Website | djwrex |
DJ Wrex (real name Rex Balbuena) is a Filipino American DJ, turntablist, and event entertainer based in Los Angeles, California. He specializes in open-format DJing, technical scratching, and event entertainment. Wrex was profiled by the Los Angeles Times in 2025 as one of the region’s notable DJs redefining modern celebration culture.[1]
He was also featured in an interview with VoyageLA, which detailed his musical background, early life, and work as co-founder of Synergy Events Co.[2]
Early life and background
[edit]Balbuena began studying piano at age four and later learned trumpet, guitar, and drums.[2] He developed an interest in DJing after discovering turntablism and hip-hop during his teenage years.
Career
[edit]Early career
[edit]DJ Wrex began performing at private parties and school events before expanding to venues throughout Hollywood, Las Vegas, Orlando, Utah, Austin, San Francisco, and Cancun.[2]
Performances and collaborations
[edit]According to VoyageLA, Wrex has opened for or shared lineups with Pitbull, Busta Rhymes, D12, LMFAO, Pete Rock, Tech N9ne, Talib Kweli, Little Brother, The Pharcyde, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and members of the Wu-Tang Clan.[2]
He has also performed at prominent DJ events including The Do-Over and Motown Mondays.[2]
Radio appearances
[edit]Wrex contributed a live DJ set to the World Famous Wake Up Show on KPWR 106 FM (Power 106) in Los Angeles.[2]
Wedding and event entertainment
[edit]Wrex has worked in the wedding and event industry for over a decade, providing DJ, MC, and custom music programming services.[2] His work in personalized event curation and crowd engagement was highlighted in the Los Angeles Times feature profiling Southern California DJs.[1]
Synergy Events Co.
[edit]Wrex is the co-founder of Synergy Events Co., a DJ and lighting company based in Los Angeles specializing in weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.[2][1]
The Pro DJ Lab
[edit]Wrex launched The Pro DJ Lab in 2024, an online educational platform offering scratch tutorials, practice tracks, and video modules for DJs.
Industry recognition
[edit]In April 2025, Wrex was featured as the Mobile Monday DJ Spotlight in DJ Life Magazine, an industry publication profiling notable mobile DJs, in a feature presented by QSC.[3]
Other appearances
[edit]In 2024, Wrex was listed as a performer for the Fake Intel Launch Event, a promotional event announced through EIN Presswire and syndicated on Fox8.com.[4]
Online presence
[edit]Wrex has gained visibility on social media for his scratching videos and his recurring series Wedding Scratches Before Guests Arrive.
Music production
[edit]Wrex produces original beats, DJ edits, and themed mixes.
Musical style
[edit]The Los Angeles Times described Wrex as a “musical storyteller” who curates personalized experiences through open-format DJing and turntablism.[1]
Personal life
[edit]Wrex resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Amanda, and their son.[2] Together they operate Synergy Events Co. and The Pro DJ Lab.
See also
[edit]- Filipino American DJs
- Turntablism
- The Wake Up Show
External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Lee, Dee (July 16, 2025). "These Southern California DJs Are Redefining the Celebration Experience". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved November 16, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Meet Rex Balbuena of Synergy Events". VoyageLA. Retrieved November 16, 2025.
- ^ Mancino, Mark (April 7, 2025). "DJ Wrex [Mobile Monday Spotlight]". DJ Life Magazine. Retrieved November 17, 2025.
- ^ "Fake Intel Launch Event" (Press release). EIN Presswire. 2024. Retrieved November 17, 2025.
Category:American DJs Category:Filipino American musicians Category:Turntablists Category:Musicians from Los Angeles Category:American hip hop DJs Category:Living people Category:21st-century American musicians