Paul Nickerson is a New York City based DJ and record collector who gained prominence as the proprietor of the influential Brooklyn record shop Dope Jams. His sound is rooted in a deep knowledge of house, disco, and classic dance music, often characterized by spontaneous, genre-spanning selections that prioritize musical history over contemporary trends. Following the closure of his Brooklyn storefront, he relocated to Oak Hill to operate the record shop and venue Preserved Instincts, where he continues to host intimate, community-focused events. He frequently collaborates with the Slow To Speak collective and has held notable appearances at venues such as Public Records. His approach to DJing remains defined by a commitment to high-fidelity sound and a refusal to adhere to rigid genre constraints. Nickerson stands out as a vital curator who preserves the spirit of New York dance culture by treating the DJ booth as a space for archival storytelling rather than mere performance.