Orange & Blue Magazine // Spring 2003 // Online Edition
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Overnight DJ

Jack Maxx

Only hours before his Monday morning class, Sean Maxfield mans the airwaves in the claustrophobically small studio on the third floor of Weimer Hall.

Photo By: Jessica Moats

By day he is an average college student. But a few nights each week, once the moon is in full view and the stars have filled the sky, he turns into the voice of late-night radio. He is Sean Maxfield, also known to Rock 104 listeners as DJ Jack Maxx and he opens up to "Orange & Blue" about himself, his listeners and what Weimer Hall is like when everyone leaves for the night.

How does the overnight shift differ from the daytime shift?

"Well, the atmosphere is a little scarier. There is absolutely no one else around. The night makes people looser. I definitely get more interesting responses overnight."

What is the scariest thing to happen to you?

"Once around 4 a.m., a listener called in to complain. He got angry and hung up. I told him over the air that we were able to trace his number. He then called me back and told me 'I'll see you after the show.' The guy never showed up, but I was a little worried during the remainder of my shift.

What do you view as your main role?

"Keep the listeners entertained and give them a reason to stay up!"

What are some of your favorite musicians and bands?

"AC/DC, Nine Inch Nails, Creed, Metallica, Kid Rock, Stone Temple Pilots, Drowning Pool and Disturbed."

What is something that people would be surprised to know about overnight DJs?

"That after working until 6 am, we still need to get to class early in the morning and last all day just like everyone else. But at least there is no shortage of parking at 2 am."

Related Sites

Rock 104 Official Site

-- By Greg Hemming

University of Florida