Hello World,
This is DJ AB .& in this post we read about How to be a dj which is frequently asked by begineers & interested peoples who want to be a DJ.
It’s
not difficult to start as a DJ. But it is difficult to stand out, and to be
exceptional. There is a lot more to
becoming a DJ than knowing how to mix one song into another. It’s not just
matching beats or scratching over songs. You have to learn to match your own musical expression with the
desires of a given audience. You can use this guide as a resource while
establishing yourself as a happy and successful DJ. Let’s start:
“HOW TO BE A DJ”
Learning to DJ is not an effective route to overnight success. This takes work, and hustle, and time. In this guide, you can get a better idea of where to focus your energy. I hope that you will be well on your way to building your career and learning the craft of mixing music. Anyone can be a DJ. Its easy. Becoming a successful DJ is much harder. If you’re willing to put in the work, these steps will get you there:
Step 1: Learn
What Is A DJ.
Let’s start with a definition of the word “DJ”.
DJ: A Person
who play recorded music for other people.
That’s it , no more and no less. Re-read this
sentence. As you can see, it doesn’t say that DJs necessarily make music, that
they can scratch, or that a true DJ must play vinyl.you can play records for
your audience in different ways. You can be simply kicking one tune in after
the other one has ended. But you can also be adding sound effects, doing smooth
transitions between the records so there are no gaps, mixing two or more tracks
or, finally, scratching. The end result may be so different from what you hear
on the original records that it’s appropriate to refer to the turntables as a
musical instrument (like in turntablism). Still, the gist of what DJs do
remains unchanged: they play tracks.
Types of DJ’s
There are three main types of disc jockeys: radio DJs, mobile
DJs and club DJs.
Step 2:
Decide Why You Want To Be A DJ.

But, DJing is not a fast path to
fame. Many people become DJs, but very few become superstars. You have to
hustle, you have to love it, and you have to work on it even when it sucks. And in today’s world (where
“everyone” is a DJ), standing out takes a lot of hard work and a lot of luck. Many people want to DJ because they
love music and the idea of sharing it with a receptive audience. Many will
attempt to use it as a tool to get laid. Some want it as a source of income.
Whatever the
reason is, identify it so that you can act accordingly.
How does one
know if DJing is a good fit for them, and their lifestyle? It’s important to
consider whether DJing is “right” for you. If you’re not sure, I go over a list
of questions you can ask yourself , in Episode 83 of the podcast: It’s not
always sunshine and rainbows; there are some important considerations when
deciding to actively pursue DJing as a “career”.
Step 3: Get A
DJ Starter Kit.
You can’t be a DJ without the proper
equipment. Unfortunately, that equipment is expensive, which is why I recommend
you hold off on purchasing anything until you absolutely have to. If you have
access to DJ equipment to use for practice, take advantage. I’ve seen too many
people run out and blow a ton of cash on gear only to discover a few weeks
later that DJing isn’t really for them. Then they end up selling their
equipment at a huge loss.
Basic DJ setup needs to include the following:
v Two turntables or two CD players (or
more, optionally)
v 2-channel mixer
v Headphones
v Speakers
v Mixing software (optional)
Decide to go
analog or digital. Traditional DJ set-ups revolve around direct-drive
turntables for playing vinyl records, but it's increasingly common to use
CD-style and straight-digital set-ups for playing DJ sets as well. Both have
their advantages and disadvantages, but are perfectly effective for playing
gigs and becoming a DJ.
Consider a
mixing software package. Serato Scratch or Traktor are great programs that can
read any format of music and select songs through a computer program interface.
Pioneer and Numark also offer various products you may want to eventually look
into.
Step 4: Learn
Two Important Buttons, And DJ Jargon
For mixing you have to know about 3 important buttons:
1. PLAY:
This button play the track and resume the track also. That’s why button has
much more important than any other.
2. SYNC:
This button is used for matching songs beats
automatically.
And also you have to command on: Cue, Gain, Filter, Fader, Mash-up, BPM,
Beat match, Levels , Tempo, High Pass, Low Pass, Skrillex, Reverb.
Step 5: Look
Like A DJ.

Step 6:
Develop Your Brand And Make A Hit Single.
Once you
have a mix or two recorded that you’re proud of, you might start getting
feedback from others… especially from people you don’t know. Construct your
support base, build an online presence, show your worth. I’ve noticed that, in most cases,
people who listen to your mixes because they know you will rarely give you
feedback that is useful (unless you are good friends with an experienced DJ).
While it
doesn’t hurt to be told that your mix is “nice” or “cool” or that you did a
“great job, man!”, it doesn’t help you much, either.
Upload your
mix somewhere (such as mixcloud.com), and try to get some feedback. Reach out
to people who you know personally, and will give you honest and useful
feedback.Contact them personally, either in-person or with a well-considered
message. Tell them that you value their thoughts, and are trying to become a
better DJ.
If you’re a
genre-specific DJ, perhaps seek out forums, Facebook groups, and other
communities based on those styles. One
important thing, though… make sure that you’re not just leeching from these
communities. Do what you can to give back!
Eventually,
you will want to build an online presence for yourself. I highly recommend
having a personal homepage (preferably, with your own domain) and a Facebook
fan page, at the very minimum. Having
something to link and refer people to is critical, so that you can show what
you can do to potential promoters or customers. If you’re good, consider making some YouTube videos of short
mixes/mashups/whatever your focus is.
Building an
online presence is a good route to take these days, but while it will help you
develop certain skills, it will not get you gigs. That’s when you need to move on to local
promotion.
Step 7: Learn
Essential DJ Dance Moves.
Try to learn
some dance moves which are used by professional DJ’s. These dance moves are:
1.The Jesus
Miniature Piono.
2. The
Nipple Twister.
3.Heart
Hands.
4. Double
Miniature Piono.
Step 8: Start
Networking And Play Your First Gig.
Now is the
time to put you in front of some actual people. That’s what it’s all about!

If you’re
getting into the whole mobile DJing thing, try finding special one-off events
that you can play (you might not want to start off with your first gig being
someone’s wedding).
This can be
anything… one of my favorite places to play happens to be a consignment shop.
Weird, right?
You may have to do some shows for free (and, be careful here,
as it’s easy to get stuck playing for free). In the club scene, throwing your
own night is another great way to get some gigs, gain experience, and become
known.
Start
handing out demos and/or business cards to promoters, DJs, and friends at their
events. Show them that you were willing to support them… people will notice.
A few tips in
regards to scoring your first few gigs:
Become known
by the regulars in your scene or venue before approaching a manager/promoter
formally.
You’re
probably going to play your share of empty rooms. Get over it, and keep
pressing on.
Quick side
note: How many long-time DJs do you know
that give off that jaded vibe, after they have “put in their time” for so many
years?
The truth of
the matter is that the DJ hustle never ends, unless you’ve somehow managed to
reach legendary status. Make sure to check your ego, and don’t let experience
get to your head.
Staying
humble and always having a “how can I provide value” approach will keep you
fresh and positive.
Step 9: Grow
Your Career.

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