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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
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
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
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
One of the best ways to increase your audience and get your music in front of more people is to use social media. You can connect with fans all over the world, and they can listen to your music and buy your songs. And with live video becoming more and more popular, Facebook Live is … Read More
You want to be a DJ, but you aren’t sure you have the skills. You’re in luck! Here is our complete guide to up your DJ skills in one go!! There are many things needed to be a DJ, but there are four essential things you can master in order to become a successful DJ. … Read More
Wearing headphones is one of the most popular stereotypes for DJs, but you might wonder why it’s so common. After all, DJs are listening to the same music as their audience, so they should be able to listen that way. However, there’s more to the story behind a DJ’s headphones. DJs wear headphones so that … Read More
Whether you’re looking for a new part-time gig, hoping to impress your friends, or trying to integrate more into the music world, DJing can be a great skill to pick up. Techno, in particular, is useful for raves or dance parties. With a little time, anyone can learn to DJ techno music. You need a … Read More
It’s official: hip-hop has now become America’s most popular music genre. Rappers seem to have it better than ever — but have you ever wondered exactly how they make their money? Or are you an aspiring hip-hop artist yourself and are curious to know what the realities of the job are? Rappers make money by selling albums, … Read More
From buying all the necessary equipment to daydreaming about booking your first gig, starting out as a beginner DJ is an exciting pursuit. But unfortunately, it’s unclear exactly how much a beginner DJ should begin charging their clients when first starting out. So how exactly should you be pricing your services as a beginner DJ? … Read More
While DJing has become an art form, the act of DJing can’t exist without the dance music that becomes created and mixed. But many beginner DJs or even professional DJs may be wondering if it’s possible to be a DJ without being a producer. So is this even possible? You can still be a DJ … Read More