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Investing in a DJ set can be a bit overwhelming. There are quite a few different components required, and each can vary pretty widely in price. A DJ set that includes all of the gear you’ll need to be a DJ can cost anywhere from $250 to $1,400. To get started, a DJ must be prepared to purchase … Read More
Many musicians and music fans have probably thought about a career in the industry, and there are plenty of options. If you love music and being in front of a crowd, you may want to become a DJ. But before you do, you should consider if it’s a good career for you. DJing is a … Read More
Whether you are new to digital DJing or want to move away from more traditional scratching with turntables, choosing software can seem overwhelming. If you are a Mac user, then you don’t want to read about software that sounds like it has everything you need and then find out it only works with PCs. What … Read More
Disc Jockeys, often abbreviated to DJs, are one of the most revered jobs in the music industry. They are associated with all things fun – from weddings and birthday parties to festivals and hip nightclubs around the world to producing new music for up and coming artists. To make money as a DJ and turn … Read More
Being a DJ is a great way to perform and enjoy music while sharing it with an audience. However, you can’t always get a computer and songs and start DJing. You need to make sure that you don’t break any rules or laws. DJs need a music license to play certain songs in public. Sometimes, … Read More
If you’re an aspiring DJ, you might contemplate various pieces of equipment in order to start out on your new hobby or career. Android tablets can be a great first purchase, due to the variety of tablets available, and the relatively low cost. The best tablet for DJing is the Samsung Galaxy 6S tablet. However, there … Read More
Becoming a DJ can be exciting, but it can also be expensive. You have to get a good laptop, music software, headphones, and other DJing equipment. And unless you get some fantastic contract for regular gigs at a venue, you basically have to run a business. In some cases, DJs pay royalties so that they … Read More
The term disc jockey came about in the 1930s, and they became more popular after World War II. As the radio gained traction, people who ran the station and played music got the term disc jockey, which you can shorten to DJ. A DJ is called a disc jockey because “DJ” is a shortened version … Read More
A DJ brings musical knowledge, the techniques needed to mix music, and an ability to read the crowd. Without music, there would be nothing to listen to, but without equipment, the music couldn’t be played. So what equipment does a DJ need? The equipment essential to a DJ depends on your ability level, what kind … Read More
If you have ever tried your hand at mixing rap and hip-hop, chances are you know that it is challenging, to say the least. The vocals can be especially tricky: when working with a number of separate multi-track files, achieving the perfect sound takes a lot of time, experience, and effort. Fortunately, modern technology has … Read More
Writing rap lyrics is an art form, but that does not mean it cannot be learned and perfected over time, just like any other skill. With persistence, passion, hard work, and a great deal of practice, eventually you can become a master rap lyricist. When writing rap lyrics, start by brainstorming various ideas, topics, and … Read More
As a DJ, you are going to have a lot of equipment that you’ll need to bring with you to your gigs. The goal when transporting your gear is to keep it as safe as possible during transit. To transport your DJ equipment, you’ll need a vehicle, hard or soft cases, cable organizers, and gaffer … Read More
