Something that I havent seen people talk about

Good for you Hee Won Jung. This is the stuff I tell of when I speak of getting involved in your local scene and how to network.

I’m glad you did it, and thus it serves as an example why it’s better to start as a patron, a support to the scene…as opposed to another pushy DJ with a demo who will never really come out and support unless he/she gets a spot to play.

What I like is the genuinity of your words. Simple and plain, and very good advices in there. I would elaborate and ask Phil to make it a topic, it’s worth it 🙂

Hee Won Jung, post: 32917, member: 948 wrote: Hey Guys,

So I just wanted to share something with all of the new and up and coming DJs…Something that i think will help all the new guys trying to get out of the bedroom and into the DJ booth.

What im referring to is creating connections…and not with Promoters or your fans…but other DJs…ones that have already been establish, and have created a place for themselves in the city.

To be honest this is how i achieve my “success” I didnt hound them i didnt even really talk to them…but I was around…I went to a ton of shows and always introduced myself to all the DJs said how good their set was and just made myself be noticed. This imo is an integral part of being successful as a DJ…you have to be seen…not just seen playing but seen around the city, go to all the different clubs…hang out have a good time and just get to know people…the more people know you the easier it will be to get your foot into different places. People like people they connect with…its human nature. Once i started getting into my city as a DJ…a group that i had become rather close with “EPIC PROPORTIONS” asked me to join their crew. I said yes right away…and within 1 week i was headlining a local night in one of the Underground clubs…and I had the most amazing experience of my life…It was my 2nd gig and i was headlining and 2 room venue and it was amazing to see everyone come to my room and rock out to my set. Here it is 2 years later and I run my own residency at one of our local underground venues, throwing big shows in a multitude of genres with names like Dubfx, Rahzel, Xzibit, Sigma, and this weekend our Company will be Opening for DJ ICEY in Edmonton and Calgary.

If you dont make ur self noticed on a regular basis your 5 minutes of fame will be over before u even start. DJing isnt just about Playing the music you like…but people knowing you to come to dance to the music you like.

It takes Years and YEARS to build a solid reputation but only 10 seconds of being a moron to destroy it.

With enough Dedication and hard work…you will make a niche for yourself.

Yep this is spot on for me, said it before, support the scene you wish to be a part of to enhance your chances of getting involved. That’s exactly how’d I’d book along with the appropriate demo of course; understanding the scene and being pleasant goes a long, long way in my opinion. Talking about the number of mates you can bring or how many FB/SC/MC likes you have is a turn off personally.

Oh, and tomorrow evening 6-8PM (UK) on http://www.nu-raveradio.com – This Is Our House with Lofty 😉

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I think this is excellent advice under most circumstances.

The exception is in those unfortunate towns where *nobody* is holding nights that showcase the type of music you like to spin.

Sure, you can find other people of like mind and make your own night, but it gets more difficult if you cannot locate anybody that even likes the same style of music that you do.

I’m not poo pooing the advice; rather, I’m just saying that I know those who are sort of stuck in dead scenes or cow towns with no rational way to just up and move to a bigger city with a greater scene.

Good on you for bringing this up.