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Mr Michael Christopher Simpson AKA (Mykey)
Founder and CEO of The Rock 926
From the tender age of 7 years old Mykey developed a passion for music playing records on his mother’s Gram! He gained his passion from his mother who enjoyed a party at the weekend and hosting dominos nights! Following in his mother’s footsteps, Mykey loved to communicate with people; always at a youth club or an event that would involve a mass of people. As mad crazy as he was, he decided to indulge in the world of CB radio age 13!! always laughing and chatting away with people on the air waves a true people’s person.
In his early years Mykey needed to express himself through music partnering on a venture to be a part of a record shop in Kennington, right there was the beginning on his journey with music, which was always on the forefront of his mind and his passion.
Mykey DJ’d on a few “pirate stations” in the 80s… enough said! Apart from that he never gave up. This still was not enough for Mykey, so he decided to get involved in the music scene by creating a studio and record label in his home (MCS RECORDS).
I am sure many DJs can testify to this as Mykey gave many the platform to do what they love MUSIC! He focused on singer’s, songwriters and up and coming DJ’s and many Soundsystem’s graced the steps of Mykey’s studio in Shortland’s.
Together with some close school friends and elders a sound system was created “Pioneer International” and Mykey became Mykey Simpson!! He started playing music at house parties and clubs things changed but Mykey’s vision remained the same.
As the years passed his love for food, children and the community gave Mykey the impetus to further his dream and start cooking, which turned into becoming a Chef in the local community schools, that is what Mykey was about even still he needed to create more…
He had a vision and decided to put pen to paper and create his ultimate platform he worked endlessly networking with likeminded people spending countless hours in discussion on how he would make it happen, after many nights brainstorming with close friends and partners his vision became a reality.
Mykey was an ambassador in promoting up and coming talent through The Rock 926 the local government Mykey was awarded a plaque for his contribution to the community in conjunction with Norwood Feast a community event held monthly, his warmth and involvement infused West Norwood with joy and happiness, The surrounding community, being able to have fun, most importantly the children enjoying themselves, which he insisted on.
He was known within the community as a true gentleman that cared about people and would always do whatever he could do to support you, in anyway. Mykey will remain in the hearts of many and The Rock 926 continues to grow from strength to strength bringing people together through talk and music, the Rock is and will always be The People’s Choice, Mykey’s mantra is to spread love through the community and bring peace and joy.
The Legacy continues…...
Mykey Simpson
7.4.1965 - 27.3.2020
The Rock926.com is my number one station. Thank you to all the DJ's and management for bringing good quality music to my ears and into my home. You all do a brilliant job & are all unique in your own ways. I have been listening to this station for many years now & will be listening for many more to come. You are a brilliant bunch of people who are kind, caring, fun to be around & have also become wonderful friends. It’s been a pleasure to have met you all and share some good memories with you all. Keep up the good work. Nuff Love & Blessings to Therock926.com from your Number 1 Listener.
~ Nina Williams