Nov 30, 2023 | Blog, Free DJ Lessons, Tutorials
Carl Cox: A DJing Icon’s Evolution Carl Cox’s impact on the electronic music scene is undeniable, with a career spanning decades and an influence reverberating globally. From his beginnings in the UK rave scene to his domination of techno and house stages...
Nov 30, 2023 | Blog, Free DJ Lessons, Rekordbox, Serato, Tutorials
As a budding DJ, mastering the art of blending tracks seamlessly is crucial for delivering an unforgettable performance. In this tutorial (video at the bottom of the page), we’ll delve into a powerful technique called “Power Block Mixing,” which...
Oct 24, 2023 | Blog, Free DJ Lessons
Yes, gang! Lawrence here! Summer is well and truly active, which means a few changes to my working DJ lifestyle and mindset. First of all, my ‘student’ gigs have come to an end for the season. In the UK, the student season lasts around nine months, and...
Sep 14, 2023 | Beginner, Blog, Denon DJ, Free DJ Lessons, Rekordbox, Serato, Traktor, Tutorials
“Does Rekordbox work with Spotify?” As the most popular music streaming platform in the world, we often get asked if Spotify playlists are compatible with any of the big DJ apps. The short answer is no, not directly. But there are ways you can get those killer tunes...
Sep 14, 2023 | Beginner, Blog, Free DJ Lessons, Rekordbox, Tutorials
As one of the most respected genres of underground dance music, techno is favoured by many skilled DJs thanks to its rich heritage of long transitions and forward-thinking use of technology. Synonymous with plenty of iconic DJ staples, such as four-deck mixing, and...