Shorts & Shades Breakfast Boatride

DJ Oshawn is more than a DJ and MC — he is a complete entertainer, known for creating experiences that feel intentional, elevated, and unforgettable. Whether he is hosting one of his signature annual events or bringing the energy to a private booking, Oshawn knows how to shape the room, connect with the crowd, and create the kind of atmosphere people remember long after the music ends.

Known throughout the industry as Toronto’s Voice of Choice, DJ Oshawn has been active in the music industry since 2007. His career has taken him across North America, Europe, and the Caribbean, building a reputation as an international DJ, seasoned MC, and trusted event personality. He is also part of Toronto’s major reggae brand, Redemption, and has shared stages connected to high-profile artists and cultural figures including Ja Rule, Amber Rose, Cardi B, Super Cat, Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Baby Cham, Beres Hammond, and many more.

Oshawn’s sound is rooted in versatility. From Reggae, Dancehall, and Soca to Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Urban, and Afrobeat, he brings a musical range that allows him to move with the crowd and guide every event with precision. His strength is not only in what he plays, but in how he reads the room, builds momentum, and gives every guest permission to let loose, unwind, and live fully in the moment.

As an ambassador of good music, DJ Oshawn believes the key to truly moving an audience is simple: give them something they can feel. The music creates the movement, but the feeling is what people remember.

DJ Oshawn is more than the vibe, the entertainment, or the music. He is the experience.