Today we’d like to introduce you to Salvatore Creme.
Hi Salvatore, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
The first paying job I ever had was playing guitar and singing with a band in dive bars, restaurants, and cafés. Some of those venues wouldn’t have let me in if they’d known my real age. As soon as I realized I could make a living doing what I loved, I was all in. A couple of years later, one of my bandmates taught me how to DJ so we could offer both live music and DJ sets… more fun, more flexibility, more stories.
Since then, my path has been anything but linear. I’ve worked on gold records and played guitar in the street for change at different points. I’ve been a radio host, a wandering guitarist with philosopher dreams, a DJ chasing human connection over clout, a name on Grammy-nominated records, a vagrant, a family man, and everything in between. For all of it, I’m grateful.
The company that sparked this interview, Silky Way, has become a central part of my life, allowing me to channel my passions into something that brings real, palpable joy to the people I serve and fills my own heart in return. However, Silky Way wouldn’t exist if the universe hadn’t nudged me into the wedding world… unexpectedly, but with purpose.
Before founding the company, I had years of experience in corporate events from the production side, working as a sound engineer. Now that we also provide entertainment for corporate events, it feels like things have come full circle; but it was definitely weddings that lit the spark and brought me back to the performance side of things.
I was attending Full Sail University when I met Meche Ausina, an incredibly talented wedding photographer who became my partner for nearly a decade. About five years after graduating, I was working full-time as a sound engineer, traveling weekly for corporate events and the occasional concert. When the pandemic hit, all my work disappeared overnight. Meanwhile, I noticed Meche’s wedding business only took a relatively small dip. Love, it turns out, doesn’t cancel… it adapts!
With some photography experience from college, I joined her as a second shooter at weddings. That’s when a light bulb went off in my head “I should be DJing these weddings!” I figured I could do a great job for all kinds of couples, combining many of my passions into one role. I could even offer live music! And, coincidentally, I already had pretty much all the gear I could need, left over from a musical project that, just like my engineering job, had been paused by the pandemic.
That was the moment everything clicked. I founded Silky Way in late 2020, and since then, the business has grown exponentially. Being my own boss has also allowed me to return to another lifelong passion: music production. I’ve had the honor of working with incredible artists as a producer and engineer, and my own musical project (The Venezuelan From Brussels) has been gaining momentum as well. But Silky Way remains one of my top priorities.
There’s just something magical about helping couples have the best day of their lives… and giving their guests memories they’ll carry from the dance floor onto generations to come. That’s an amazing way to make a living if you ask me!
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
As I mentioned, the pandemic was a major turning point in my life. Practically overnight, my job disappeared completely. But as one door closes, another opens. After months of not knowing what to do, I played my first wedding, and that moment set me on the right track.
Since then, it’s been relatively smooth from a work perspective. Of course, challenges come and go, but to find something that disrupted my career as deeply as the pandemic, I’d have to go back to December of 2009.
At the time, I was a young musician living in Venezuela, just as the country was slipping out of an economic boom and into the worst crisis in its history (a crisis still ongoing today). I had just finished a weekend-long gig and recording session, carrying almost all the gear I owned, including hard drives with all the songs I’d been working on for the previous year.
It’s around 3 a.m. and a car violently blocks my path. A man jumps out, points a gun at me, and shoves me into the back seat of my own car. Two other men get in the front seats and gun it, while the first guy sits in the back, holding my head down to the floor with a gun to my neck. I was kidnapped for six and a half days.
All my gear stolen, songs lost, months of work, ransom money, but what hurt the most was the fear and pain my family went through. That hit hard.
Ironically enough, I was about to sell most of that gear. I’d spent that entire year preparing to move to Australia, where my music producer had relocated. But after the kidnapping, those plans collapsed, I no longer had the capital I needed. At the time, it felt like everything had been taken from me.
But again, the universe positively conspires, even in its darkest laps. Looking back, I can see it wasn’t the end, it was only a detour. A surprise corner that eventually led me here, and for that I’m grateful. God knows what would have happened if I had moved to Australia. I honestly doubt I’d be happier than I am now here in Florida.
The craziest part of this story is that it won’t sound foreign to any Venezuelan. Ask anyone who lived there and they’ll know at least one or two people who were kidnapped at some point. I’m lucky to be here sharing this with you, a privilege some of the other victims never got.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
At Silky Way, I more or less run the company and, most importantly, I DJ and MC most of our events. I often perform solo guitar-and-vocals sets as well, and we offer a few expanded formats for clients looking to dial things up with that extra je-ne-sais-quoi: The Big Silkus, our full live band; a trio with acoustic guitar, vocals, keyboards, and percussion; and Silky Grooves, a high-energy DJ, sax, and percussion ensemble.
What really sets us apart, though, is our focus on personalization. We do everything we can to tailor the setlist and vibe to reflect each couple’s unique taste and energy. After all, it’s usually the biggest party they’ve ever hosted… it should feel like THEM in every detail.
I guide each couple through the pre-production process, offering ideas based on my experience and musical instincts. But above all, I try to listen closely: to their personalities, their musical references, their desires, and their family’s dynamics, so that I can help shape a celebration that feels effortless and meaningful.
For corporate events, I try to keep the same approach. It can be a bit harder to get a clear sense of the crowd ahead of time, but I still do my best to understand their style and build something that will really land. When there isn’t much time for pre-production, it’s more about reading the room, trusting my instincts, and building the night moment by moment.
We also hold ourselves to a high standard when it comes to production. My background as an engineer on shows, both big and small, plays a big role here. From sound quality to lighting flair, we aim to create something that’s not just fun and impactful, but also tailored, elevated, and unforgettable. It’s an experience we design for the couple and their guests, while working closely with the entire vendor team to ensure everything runs smoothly. That’s the Silky Way way.
All of this also feeds off my other creative work. My time in the studio as a producer, and performing original music with my band, helps keep my skills sharp and ideas fresh. There’s constant cross-pollination between the worlds… and I think that blend of artistry, adaptability, and technical competence is a big part of what makes Silky Way special.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
Well, I guess I’ve collected enough backstage badges to share a few secrets: the kind of glitchy, behind-the-scenes wisdom you pick up after years of dancing between spreadsheets and strobe lights.
If there’s one thing that really makes a difference when planning an event, it’s this: treat your event like YOUR event. Don’t settle for a vendor just because they’re the most convenient option, or even the most reputable, if you don’t genuinely vibe with them. This is your celebration, and it should feel like you in every way. Choose vendors you feel so confident and connected to that you could close your eyes and just enjoy the ride. It’s the best way to invest your time and money, and you’ll be putting your event in hands that will nurture it like their own.
When I meet a potential client, I do my best to understand not just the logistics of the event, but also their style, their energy, and their musical identity. If I ever feel like I’m not the best fit, I’ll kindly recommend a colleague who might be more aligned with what they’re looking for. I’ve come to realize that in order to consistently throw amazing parties, I need to genuinely connect with each client. And when that connection isn’t quite there, the most helpful thing I can do might be putting them in touch with someone who will absolutely crush it for them.
When everything clicks: the vision, the energy, the chemistry… that’s when the real magic happens.
Music is personal. It’s about human connection… and that matters. In the end, the alignment of all these things is what turns a cool event into a great one. That’s when good becomes unforgettable.
Pricing:
- Events are tricky. We offer 3 base packages but costs vary with each event’s particular needs.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.silkywayevents.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silkywayevents/ and https://www.instagram.com/salvatorecreme/
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/silkywayevents
- Phone: 321-421-9448
Image Credits
Meche Ausina. June Reyes. Alejandra Pecoraro. Feli Bussola. Luis Uzcategui.
