Oct 24, 2023 | Free DJ Lessons
Falling Back In Love With DJing For the first time since I started DJing, I have found myself with no regular gigs… and I love it. As odd as it may sound, being without regular gigs has revived my passion for DJing in a way I never anticipated. Over the past...
Oct 24, 2023 | Free DJ Lessons
Planning Is Key!! I always structure my DJ sets according to the venue. We dove deep into this on this episode of the OFF THE RECORD podcast a couple of weeks ago, but here’s what I do when planning a set… STEP 1. Research the venue My set at 5 pm Ibiza...
Oct 23, 2023 | Free DJ Lessons
Yes, gang! Lawrence here! Welcome to the first of many personal newsletters from me and the team. In each instalment, you will get to know us a bit more but, more importantly, get a ton of value and inspiration. Let’s Get Strategic This week we had a BIG team...
Oct 19, 2023 | Free DJ Lessons
Crossfader Cuts Crossfader cuts are an effective way to sample different parts of a song with the use of hot cues. By taking an isolated part of a track, such as a bassline, you can create different patterns to layer over your mix. This effect is perfect for DJs who...
Sep 14, 2023 | Beginner, Denon DJ, Free DJ Lessons, Rekordbox, Serato, Traktor, Tutorials
Ever wondered why some tunes have that crystal-clear quality while others sound a bit muffled? The answer lies in the world of “music file formats.” Think of these formats as different kinds of containers that hold your favourite tracks. All of the...
