Mike Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 say you are having a brew with a younger soul fan who tells you that they are dj-ing the next weekend for the first time what's the top tip that you would give them? bearing in mind that you only have enough time for the one....
Popular Post Premium Stuff Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Only play genuine original vinyl - OVO 6
Popular Post Dave Rimmer Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Enjoy it, and ignore all the grumpy old men ! 10
Guest Dave Turner Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Find your niche, be a leader and not a follower.
Popular Post Andreas B Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Watch out for back-cueing anything on styrene. 4
Popular Post Steve L Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Only play records that you like and would dance to 5
Popular Post John Reed Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Wear some aftershave, the chicks love a DJ........... 4
Anais nin Carms Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 carry a spare middle for the records , and a spare light just in case one isn't provided , oh and don't forget your glasses if you wear them ... a don't forget your pistol to shoot anyone that asks you to play some northern 1
Popular Post Constellation161 Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Tell anyone asking for the Snake the DJ following you was planning to play it. Mick Perrins. 8
Godzilla Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Never underestimate the fun to be had in playing funk records to hippies... 2
Guest dundeedavie Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Concentrate on the mechanics of putting the records on for the first couple and they'll ease into it no problem
Mach Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 leave the pop alone till after you,ve finished your spot 1
Geeselad Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 to quote Johnny Beggs once again, 'get payed', lol. from my own point of veiw there are no dj's on the northern soul scene, just collectors, jumped up collectors and people with more money than sense. 2
Mike Posted June 18, 2013 Author Posted June 18, 2013 to quote Johnny Beggs once again, 'get payed', lol. from my own point of veiw there are no dj's on the northern soul scene, just collectors, jumped up collectors and people with more money than sense. come on, threads just a knockabout thing about top tips been fun/enjoyable so far lets try keep it sharp and quick yep ?
Popular Post Chalky Posted June 18, 2013 Popular Post Posted June 18, 2013 Imagination, passion and take no notice of anyone, do your own thing. Enough sheep DJ's as it is. 6
Guest Bearsy Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Only dj where your tunes/style will suit the venue and enjoy cos after all if you don't enjoy yourself then will the crowd ....
Ian Dewhirst Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Channel that passion and enthusiasm into your record choices whilst honing your presentation and entertaining skills and all should be good! Ian D 2
Liamgp Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) Get the flow right. Think about what'll sound good following on from the first record until the last and don't think you just need uptempo stuff constantly, a midtempo or even slowie can follow on nicely from something fast. Edited June 18, 2013 by ElGeePee 3
Chas Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Always take an emergency 45 to play when you've lost the dancefloor...remember to duck! 2
Guest penny Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Find your own sound, and some records that aren't established yet.. The last few years have seen an explosion of djs who play 'hits of the last 10 years' sets. We dont need more like that.
Guest gordon russell Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) don,t play any crossover.....or jay traynor Edited June 18, 2013 by gordon russell
Guest smudgesmith Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Turn up early so you know whats being played and what has been played!!!!!!
Peter99 Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Just play 70's. Well maybe chuck in a proper mid tempo 60's soul record. Peter 3
Steve G Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Use the mike, but don't abuse it! No lectures..... 2
Agentsmith Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) agree with the last comment, ( turn up early ) thats more the norm these days so as to avoid replication, which is the bain of a whole swathe of educated punters and,.....these wonderful millions of underplayed, undervalued, underappreciated cheapies area great place to start...try to get an edge. Edited June 18, 2013 by AGENTSMITH 1
Guest penny Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Ask yourself 'why?'. Why be a dj? What are you bringing to the table, what are you adding? This is the fundamental question. If you are adding something and can describe what that is, then go for it. If you can't, just dont bother. You might enjoy playing other djs records in a different order but it's not all about you:-))
KevH Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 to quote Johnny Beggs once again, 'get payed', lol. from my own point of veiw there are no dj's on the northern soul scene, just collectors, jumped up collectors and people with more money than sense. OOHH!! Get you.
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) Turn up early so you know whats being played and what has been played!!!!!! Absolutely.....but if you feel you need to do that to often, try thinking a bit more about offering something else from your collection. Len Edited June 18, 2013 by LEN 1
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Don't swear over the mike, unless you're Scottish......it just don't sound right else - and is so uncouth. Len 2
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 As has been said - The night isn't all about you, listen to and enjoy the other D.J's records, and the whole night - The D.J bit is just an added extra to your evening's 'adventure'. Len
Mike Posted June 18, 2013 Author Posted June 18, 2013 5? did you miss the bit about "the only have time for one tip" idea was/is more of a knockabout no fuss post and forget type thread than anything else 1
Peter99 Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 5? did you miss the bit about "the only have time for one tip idea was more of a knockabout no fuss post and forget type thread than anything else I forgot to ask Mike - what brew are we drinking with said young soon to become DJ? Peter
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) Be influenced by other D.J’s by all means, but don’t tread on any toes - A fine line to tread. Maybe ‘tip your cap’ to someone that has done so on the mike (It kinda gives you licence to ‘play with pride’) Ooops, you said ‘Tip’ not ‘Tips’ Mike! Len Edited June 18, 2013 by LEN
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 5? did you miss the bit about "the only have time for one tip" idea was/is more of a knockabout no fuss post and forget type thread than anything else Doh!!! Sorry...... Len
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) ...S*d it, I've started now - Last one I promise (You wanna see the past thread about promoting, god I went on a bit....... ) Anyway.....Never 'develop a swagger' - You didn't sing the blo*dy tunes Len Edited June 18, 2013 by LEN 3
John A Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 Don't drink too much before(gear's ok) it's a bugger trying to cue with double vision
Mike Posted June 18, 2013 Author Posted June 18, 2013 offtopic post emoved come on pete, lets try and keep the flow going people are clicking on the thread to read others top tips not your yt vids
Peter99 Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 offtopic post emoved come on pete, lets try and keep the flow going people are clicking on the thread to read others top tips not your yt vids Sorry Mike and everyone
Steve Myers Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 believe in yourself,and your music. You said exactly what i was goin to say!!!!
Len Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) ......Oooooh, one more - please Mike! Len Edited June 18, 2013 by LEN
ZootSuit Posted June 18, 2013 Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) Don't do gear....nothing worse than thinking EVERYONE is looking at you (THEY ARE ) Edited June 18, 2013 by ZootSuit 1
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