Yes you could tell who was behind the decks without looking years ago,some of top jocks now still have that in their locker.Back to the decks,on comes a tune,you know who is on.
Trouble is that (back on topic),too many dj's (and you've only got to look at the amount of venues x dj's),,, don't give a monkey's about the rare records,or dropping in an unexpected tune.All they want is their ego's massaging to a full floor.If cd's or boots get them that,they're happy.Which gives rise to the Too Many Venues.
Still plenty of dj's with imagination and the tunes,and still quality venues if you scratch beneath the surface.
Maybe this Wigan film has made some realise how limiting the scene can be.