Born Daniel Crooks, Mysta Crooks is a Jamaican-born DJ, producer, MC, comedian, voiceover actor, chef, and cultural curator whose career has been driven by passion, perspective, and purpose since 2003. Rooted deeply in Jamaica’s rich musical heritage, Mysta Crooks began his journey on the island, producing, DJing, and developing a sound shaped by culture, storytelling, and lived experience.

Inspired by pioneers such as Delano and the legendary Renaissance Disco, Mysta Crooks’ work reflects the foundation of sound system culture while evolving into a global, genre-fluid experience. Every set, production, and performance is delivered from perspective, intentional, expressive, and grounded in authenticity.

Over the years, Mysta Crooks has brought his energy and presence to some of the world’s most influential stages and cultural moments. You may have seen him at Coachella, Prime Video activations, ComplexCon, Cali Vibes, Reggae on the River, and iconic cultural spaces like Boomyard. His work has also extended into brand and media collaborations with companies such as Undefeated and BuzzFeed’s Cocoa Butter, where his humor, insight, and cultural fluency shine beyond the stage.

More than technical skill, Mysta Crooks has mastered the art of understanding people and meeting energy where it lives. His ability to read rooms, adapt seamlessly, and connect across audiences has earned him deep respect within the DJ and music community. From DJs spinning his mixes to artists building upon his sound, Mysta Crooks takes pride in the utility and reach of his craft, knowing his work continues to inspire beyond himself.

Like many creatives, his journey has included challenges, from self-growth to navigating negativity and “badmind.” Through it all, Mysta Crooks chose consistency, kindness, and forward movement, allowing resilience and perspective to shape both his career and character.

Beyond music and entertainment, Mysta Crooks is also a chef, entrepreneur, and founder of Patty Daddy, a Los Angeles-based culinary brand celebrated for authenticity and flavor. Patty Daddy has been voted Best Jamaican Patties in Los Angeles, extending Mysta Crooks’ cultural impact from sound to food, bringing people together through another powerful form of expression.

Motivated by his family, loved ones, and an unwavering passion for music and culture, Mysta Crooks continues to create experiences that resonate. Whether behind the decks, on the mic, in front of the camera, or in the kitchen, Mysta Crooks isn’t just performing, he’s connecting culture, community, and energy in every space he enters.