It can be daunting and time-consuming to find the best laptop stand for DJing; the work has already been done for you here. All you have to do is read on. As with anything related to music and technology these days, researching and finding the best accessories is half the battle! There are numerous options … Read More
If you are in the process of upgrading your home theater system or want to listen to your favorite music in a way you never have before, you’re probably thinking about getting a subwoofer. Subwoofers are speakers that deliver lower frequencies that traditional two channel or surround sound setups can’t reproduce on their own. While … Read More
Across all genres and styles of music, sampling has always been an integral part of music creation and composition. However, the art of sampling is a lot more prevalent in some genres than in others. There are so many reasons why musicians and music producers sample—talking about the reasons and even the legalities behind the … Read More
Vocal recording remains a very crucial aspect of music production. There are so many factors that contribute to achieving the perfect vocal recording. Factors like acoustics, the technique of the singer, and the choice of hardware like the microphone all contribute greatly to the outcome. Just like the saying which says that “a chain is … Read More
As controversial as this might sound, the truth remains that some DAWs are better fits for certain styles than others. Different DAWs will work and operate differently, although they are all meant to perform the same task. It is these differences that make some software better for certain classes of musicians and for certain genres/styles. … Read More
For several reasons, there will always be a time you will need to separate/remove vocals from a certain song. This might be for karaoke or simply because you want to create the instrumental version of a certain song. Whatever the case or reason might be, it is not always practical to reach out to the … Read More
When you think of the band Creed, you may think about a band that is essential in your classic rock playlist, or you may just wrinkle your nose and move on, but not before thinking – what ever happened to Creed? Let’s start at the beginning. The American rock band was formed in Tallahassee, Florida, … Read More
Djing is a huge and prominent part of our modern world. It has incorporated itself into the way people go out and enjoy themselves, and as a legitimate profession that people can pursue. Not only that, but the rich history of DJing has impacted many of the genres of music that we can listen to … Read More
DJing with records is undoubtedly “old school,” as new and innovative digital musical equipment has been invented. But nonetheless, many people still prefer to DJ with vinyl records. It’s much more complicated and almost unique to master, and for others, they’re just stuck in their old ways. As a passionate player of both, I thought … Read More
Welcome back to Performer Life. Today we are talking about the question I hear a lot ‘Is DJing Dead?’. DJing has grown so much as a profession and turned into a respected skill. It is a great way to win over crowds and get people moving, but with the advent of modern technology, are DJs … Read More
Choosing the right DJ software can be a daunting process as it’s not a matter of what OS you’re using, but it’s also a matter of flexibility, convenience, and cost-effectiveness. Or it is? Besides, the market is awash with applications that can enable you to mix with more than four decks, and a quick search … Read More
Choosing the right type of external hard drive for your DJing gig can be a make or break situation. There’s no point in buying more hard drives every week, so it’s important that you buy one with enough storage. Fortunately, you’re going to learn all about the ten best options on the market today. When … Read More