Take a look at the women of the Las Vegas DJ scene

DJ Aravi was in high spirits as she DJed Sunday Temptations, an LGBTQ+ pool party at the Luxor, on the last day of Pride month June 30. In a yellow halter top and a big, black sunglasses, the party started before guests were inside the door, thanks to her beats. Sunny skies, colorful pool floats and lounge chairs combined with upbeat dance music set the scene for a festive Sunday afternoon. It’s not all fun and games, though. In the six years DJ Aravi turned tables in Vegas, she’s faced sexism and sabotage from crowds and fellow DJs as she found her way through a male-dominated industry. From listener apprehension about a female headliner to a male DJ tampering with her setup before she went on, DJ Aravi confronted some obstacles in her time. Within the challenges, she’s discovered a supportive community. She found a group of female DJs who can be heard at the city’s hottest clubs, or as the main act at big venues on The Las Vegas Strip weekly. From time to time, they play at corporate events and community gatherings. “I’ve gotten a great response from the girlies,” DJ Aravi said, speaking about reactions to a...