“Mics live, music live, people absolutely live. ” Such is how Dj extraordinaire Derrick May would prefer you hear his music — a stealthful combination of intricate rhythms, beats, and DJing that pays tribute to the days of old — up front, in person, in-your-face. It’s not that surprising, then, that he has a sound similar to the likes of Kevin Saunderson and other purveyors of the genre from his hometown of Detroit, where the now-famous Detroit Electronic Music Festival has become an incredible success. But as the hoots and hollers would suggest, May’s live performance better captures his meshing of both worlds. It’s proved to be a successful marriage, one that encapsulates a DJ with a cutting-edge sound who is genuinely in touch with his audience live, more able to build off the vibe and emotion of his listeners.