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November 17, 2012 at 3:58 pm in reply to: Got my first booking and need help on what equipment to buy. #32046
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MemberI agree, rent first for a while. When you’re ready, I’d recommend buying reputable brands used (I can sympathize with having a limited budget, been there).
As far as brands go: I used two used JBL SF15s and a single used Gigrac Powered Mixer for a smaller venue; no subs though, but it still got the job done. I used to set them on the ground to couple the bass against the floor but I eventually put them up on some stands because the sound was drowning out towards the back of the room. Might’ve even been a little too much, because the gig was at the bottom floor of a strip mall/apartment complex and noise complaints would pour in after 10 pm.
Not much experience with other brands, but these worked for me.
November 15, 2012 at 1:53 am in reply to: New 30 Minute Hip-Hop/EDM/Dubstep MIX! (FEEDBACK NEEDED) #31908MemberI enjoyed listening to it overall. If I were out at night and heard this played, I wouldn’t have been upset.
On a related note, do you have any suggestions on scratching tutorials? I’ve always been interested but I can’t be bothered to Google it at the moment.
MemberI found myself in the same situation when I started my hookah lounge gig. Reddit gave a lot of great suggestions, but I really want to underline A Tribe Called Quest. Easily one of the most underrated hip-hop groups.
You also can’t go wrong with Bell Biv DeVoe, Montell Jordan, Biggie, or Pun.
MemberTerry_42, post: 32008, member: 1843 wrote: Price XXX is simply the usual amount you asked in your town what DJs get cut by say 20%. It is still a bargain compared to if they would have to hire a town DJ for that set and still it is not for free and they know your price will not stay that low. Be truthful and professional about it.
Good point.
MemberI keep current by perusing myBeatport selected labels (but like everyone said, you gotta dig), listening to DJ podcasts, and just surfin’ the web listening to anything really. Sometimes though, throwbacks are a really cool way to put your flavor into a set. Instead of looking for what’s new, try stepping back and seeing what hasn’t been heard in a while.
In the middle of one of my sets, I threw in Jennifer Lopez’ “Waiting For Tonight”. Ladies went nuts. Throwbacks, bro.
MemberWhen I was younger, I was a USAF dependent. My father worked in logistics. Aviano’s beautiful too!
MemberThanks all. I figured the key here was a delicate balance of time management for sure; but as all of you noted- it can be very difficult. I find some comfort knowing that I’m not the only one.
Thanks Terry_42: It didn’t even occur to me that I might be setting myself up for burnout by continuing to put the pedal down with no gas.
MemberI agree more with Maximlee and x-Kisscut-x on this one. When I was still in school, I had the opportunity to offer myself as a DJ to a local lounge for free for a few select weekends. They were impressed with my performance and the reception by their clientele so they eventually brought me on for the rest of the year until I graduated and moved out of the area for a weekly paying gig (with added benefit of free drinks)! However, the notion that if you don’t place a price on your expertise it may be viewed as worthless is indeed a valid point.
The way I choose to look at it is this: we can all contribute to our own success in a variety of ways but one of the biggest players is the one that Stazbumpa brought up…luck. You gotta be in the right place at the right time and do the right things for the right people. Ain’t nothin’ to that but luck most of the time.
MemberI lived on Kadena AFB, Okinawa for about three years. Hope it’s just as beautiful there as when I left! Welcome to the forums.
MemberThis blend is sick, man! I’ve always liked traditional Japanese music and hip hop instrumentals. As far as I’m concerned this makes just as much sense as peanut butter and jelly. I’d love to see more like this!
MemberCongratulations! It’s a great feeling. The first time playing out will undoubtedly help you identify other areas to improve. Keep doing what you’re doing, man!
September 4, 2012 at 3:00 am in reply to: Dj and Mashup Producer – Close to getting his first gig! #1011510MemberI really like your mash-ups and remixes, man. I’m sort of an inactive member around here, but nonetheless – welcome.
MemberI agree with you CaptainMorgan13. There is a large hole in the market for individuals who want to DJ rock and its myriad of subgenres.
If you choose to go this route, I don’t believe beatmatching is the way to go simply because of what signal_lost brought up– the varying BPMs and extremely varied melodic structure depending on what you choose. I know a few DJs who work at local bars and such; when they are throwing some rock, metal, ballads and whatever else into the evening’s atmosphere, they appear to just throw it in on the one…with usually some kind of attention to what the previous song was doing (throwing in at the peak of Song B immediately after Song A built to a climax, for example).
Regardless, I wish you the best. If you ever record yourself, please do make a thread and show us how it’s done!
October 12, 2011 at 12:01 am in reply to: How Do You 'Actually' Feel When Your Work Is Criticised ? #8360MemberSimilar story..
I was playing at an event a little while back where I was asked to play Trance and Progressive. So I did. A few people came up asking where the dubstep was. I stood there, perplexed, because the flyer clearly said “Fxn-L : TRANCE & PROGRESSIVE!! Swing by for spine-tingling breakdowns and rhythms that will make you melt!” So I just said, “Maybe later.” It’s a good thing the DJ after me was lined up for “Dance & Dubstep”.
Memberimagine that….. “Softcore – Audioporn” :p
Sounds intriguing enough, I’d give it a listen!
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