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How do I get a gig if I'm 18 and my DJ friend is 17?

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  • November 10, 2014 at 8:42 pm #2086681
    Alex Moschopoulos
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    Let’s see…

    Online shows, podcasts, college radio, raves, teen clubs, school dances, house parties.

    Clubs and bars are tough to get into if you’re not 21.

    November 13, 2014 at 1:37 am #2088101
    StayPhresh
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    i’m only 18 and i’ve played at venues that were 21+ even before i turned 18. from personal experience, it’s all on who you know. go to 18+/all ages shows and start talking to the promoter there. form a friendship with them and offer to help setup/tear down equipment. that’s how i started

    December 1, 2014 at 3:28 pm #2100261
    dj_rubish
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    SttayPhresh-More than likely that was a matter of the local and state laws governing employment in that type of establishment. Not many an owner/manager/promoter would risk fines and closing their business. But there are laws that do allow 18+ to work in establishments where it is typically 21+, I would verify with the local/state laws to find out the specifics for your area. Unfortunately for 17, the options are more limited. Again it does not hurt to ask though. Your local government employment office may have all this information. Other than that, I would take all the advice above.

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