Deorro kicked off his headlining set for CSUN’s Big Show with an enthusiastic, “What’s up, I’m Deorro! Thank you so much for having me!” before launching into a mix of Spanish-language hits with his signature EDM (Electronic Dance Music) twist. The crowd erupted in cheers, applause and danced to the music.
The Latin Grammy nominee headlined this year’s event, sponsored by the Associated Students. Deorro hyped up the audience on the University Library Lawn with plenty of branded merch; he tossed LED-lit roses, t-shirts and bandanas emblazoned with the Mexican flag into the crowd. While chanting “C-S-U-N!” along with the beat of one of his songs, he made sure that Matadors felt the love.
At this year’s Big Show, a massive inflatable Matty the Matador loomed over the center of the lawn during the afternoon event. Before the music started, students and alumni entertained themselves with a 360 photo booth and “trashcan pong” (like beer pong, but with trashcans and volleyballs,) bouncy houses and more activities. Free smoothies, coffee and energy drinks kept everyone hydrated and ready to enjoy the show.
Attendees gathered around the stage for the show openers— they included DJ Aziboh, who is represented by CSUN’s student-run record label, Vove. Then, DJ Had0 and RYU followed shortly after.
For many students, the night was a nostalgic experience as Deorro, known for his 2014 hit song “Five Hours,” lit up the crowd with throwback hits.
“Deorro’s performance gave me a trip to the past, playing a lot of songs that were hits in the 2010’s EDM genre,” said Daniel Smykovsky ‘27 (Psychology). “He really knows how to get the crowd going, and I loved when he threw the light-up roses.”
As the crowd waved Mexican flags and danced to Latin party classics, students, like sophomore Nicole Diaz (Public Relations), appreciated the fusion of cultural influences that Deorro brought to the stage,
“It was really cool to watch Deorro blend classic Spanish songs that I grew up listening to with EDM,” she said. “[I’m] so happy that CSUN is able to bring and host great artists for us to enjoy.”
When he dropped his smash hit “Five Hours,” followed by the “Five More Hours” remix, students erupted in dance, the energy never wavering. Before closing out his set with “Perdóname” (Forgive me), Deorro gave a heartfelt, “Muchas gracias, te quiero mucho!” (Thank you very much, I love you very much) and tossed a bouquet of red roses into the crowd, in honor of the Matador spirit.
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