Daniel Jaxon at Terrace Cantina — Mixmaster Throwdown Event
★ Featured Event

Daniel Jaxon
at Terrace Cantina

📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026 — 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
📍 The Terrace Cantina — 17W615 Butterfield Rd, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
🎵 Featuring DJ / YouTuber Daniel Jaxon — Mexican food, drinks & dancing
🎫 All Ages · Proper Attire Required · Limited Seating
Reserve Your Table About MMTD

Rockstars Party Like Us ™

Since 1997

Chicago's Legendary
Nightlife Brand

Mixmaster Throwdown (MMTD) started in 1997 as a college club tour across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Founded by Dan Morrell — then known as DJ Smurf — MMTD quickly became the most recognized nightlife brand in the Midwest.

By 2002, MMTD had grounded itself in Chicago, promoting at over 50 nightclubs and bringing countless celebrities to its events — from Britney Spears and 50 Cent to Wesley Snipes, Nick Cannon, R. Kelly, Mario Lopez, and Sean Kingston.

MMTD helped launch the careers of local talents heard on radio stations and at clubs around the world today. The brand that started with a DJ and a dream became a Chicago institution — and it's still throwing the best parties in town.

1997
Founded
50+
Nightclubs
1000+
DJ Gigs
3
Continents

Shared Stages With

The Lineup

Kanye West Justin Timberlake Rihanna Shakira Run DMC LL Cool J Mary J. Blige Christina Aguilera Missy Elliott T-Pain Akon Sean Paul Ludacris Britney Spears 50 Cent

The Founder

Dan Morrell
Formerly DJ Smurf

Dan Morrell started his DJ career under the name DJ Smurf, becoming a pioneer of Euro and Progressive music in the Midwest. What started as a campus favorite DJ turned into an internship at Chicago's #1 radio station, B96 (WBBM-FM).

From 2001 to 2011, Dan's mixes were heard across Chicago on the B96 Street Mix. He took first place at the Super DJ Spin-Off in Las Vegas in 2001 and produced over 30 underground mix CDs. In 2010 he was tapped to do groundbreaking rock mixes for JACK-FM Chicago.

Beyond the turntables, Dan built an empire — Mixmastered Records, Mixmastered Studios, Acoustic Sound Panels, and Lean Print Shop. He authored Be A Top DJ In 10 Easy Steps and continues to push the culture forward.

B96 Street Mix DJ

Resident mixshow DJ on Chicago's #1 radio station, WBBM-FM, from 2001-2011.

Chicago Bears Exclusive DJ

Official DJ for the Bears tailgate parties, draft-day events, Luvabulls and Hot Rox dance teams.

Super DJ Spin-Off Champion

First place at the 2001 Super DJ Spin-Off competition in Las Vegas, Nevada.

30+ Mix CDs Released

Underground mix compilations under the DJ Smurf alias, spanning dance, Euro, and progressive music.

What We Do

Events & Entertainment

From intimate venues to massive productions, MMTD brings the energy, the talent, and the crowd. Almost three decades of making unforgettable nights happen.

Nightlife Events

Full-scale nightclub events and themed party nights. Venue partnerships, talent booking, crowd management, and the production that makes every night legendary.

Private Events

Corporate events, private parties, weddings, and milestone celebrations. Professional DJ entertainment backed by decades of experience reading any room.

Celebrity Hosting

Celebrity meet-and-greets, hosted appearances, and VIP nightlife experiences. MMTD has the relationships and the reputation to deliver A-list talent.

Festival & Concert DJing

Live DJ performances at festivals, concerts, and large-scale events. Dan Morrell has performed at over 1,000 gigs across three continents.

Radio & Mixshows

Professional radio mixshow DJing and mix production. A decade on B96, plus rock mixes for JACK-FM and countless online mixes and podcasts.

Brand Partnerships

Nightlife brand consulting, venue partnerships, and entertainment marketing. Leveraging the MMTD name and network to amplify your brand.

Get In Touch

Book MMTD

Rockstars Party Like Us
Events & Bookings
Dan Morrell — Mixmaster Throwdown
Chicago, IL & Surrounding Suburbs
1-800-MIXMASTER Email Dan