It’s tempting to get the latest DJ gear as soon as it’s released. But do you really need it, or does the equipment you have still get the job done?
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share the Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about what to consider when you’re thinking about upgrading your gear.
Related: How to DJ With an Artist
If you’re DJing with an artist for the first time, there are a number of factors to consider. These gigs involve a lot of preparation including rehearsals, learning the artist’s setlist, and more.
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share The Knowledge, DJ TLM shares tips on preparing for and performing this type of set.
Related: DJs Should Always Have a Backup Plan
From a frozen laptop to a broken needle, technical difficulties can be hard to predict. But what’s the best solution when your equipment fails during a gig?
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share the Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about why DJs should always have a backup plan.
Related: DJ TLM: Should DJs Play All Genres?
In the digital era, it’s easier than ever for DJs to build a music library. But should DJs play all genres?
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share The Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about why playing all genres may or may not be right for you.
The ability to read a dance floor is an essential part of DJing. But does that mean you can please everyone in the crowd with every song?
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share The Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about how rocking a party doesn’t mean making everyone in the crowd happy.
Related: DJ TLM: Mixing With Live Music Can Improve Your Beatmatching
Beatmatching is one of the first and most fundamental skills a DJ can learn. And as a result of modern music production software, most current music has a consistent tempo throughout the track.
However, many older songs were recorded with live musicians, and thus have subtle changes in BPM. Mixing those songs adds an extra level of difficulty, requiring a keen ear and a lot of adjustments.
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share the Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about how DJing with live music can help improve your beatmatching.
Related: How to Organize Your Music Library
With all the record pools and digital music services available today, it’s tempting to download as much music as possible. But as your music library grows larger, it can become more difficult to find tracks.
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share The Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about how you can organize your library.
While veteran DJs may be used to playing longer sets, new DJs might not be getting the same experience. Promoters have started booking more DJs per event, which means each DJ ends up with a shorter time slot. But there are a lot of skills that DJs can only learn by rocking a party for more than an hour.
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share the Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about the advantages of playing longer sets and why promoters should book fewer DJs per event.
Related: Should All DJs Know How to Scratch?
Should all DJs know how to scratch? DJcityTV’s DJ TLM discusses on this episode of Share the Knowledge.
Many DJs have a certain set of equipment that they’re most familiar with. However, the gear you practice on in the studio might not be available at the club you’re performing at. But as long as you know how to use all the basic features, you should still be able to rock the crowd.
On this episode of DJcityTV’s Share the Knowledge, DJ TLM talks about why DJs should get familiar with different types of equipment.