Wanna know something most DJs know? It’s not what it seems like from the outside. Most DJs are just people who place a higher value on good times than others. Good times, good people and good music. It’s a harder recipe to follow than you might think. That’s why you have to collect your own, song by song, regardless of what the rest of the pack is spinning. Here’s more.
Involve your loved ones
Professional DJs (like our DJ course tutors) often have to split themselves between family and work. But DJing is a little different to most careers. You can’t really have a conversation with your kids while you’re trying to do some programming or serve customers. But you can invite them into your studio room to hang out while you organize your collection. DJing occupies this middle ground between work and play. Use it as a space to include your loved ones, rather than exclude them.
Give away your knowledge
Because of where we’re at in history, technology is still proving itself. But just like yesterday’s rights-holders, today’s content creators are going to be the ones with all the clout in the coming years. Start a YouTube channel for your original tracks, or a Mixcloud Live account for your collection. Use it as a space to learn, grow and share information. Publish stems and packs for others to use. The returns will not be immediate, but they will take you in the direction you want to go: towards a steady, loyal fanbase.
Listen to music all the time
Exposing yourself to new music is at the heart of finding your collection. Wherever you are, get some music going in the background. Make it 4 hours a day, if possible. This is how you train your brain that music occupies a central role in your life. You should be known as the person walking into a quiet room saying, “where’s the music?!” Seriously, even if it’s classical music, you’ll hear snippets and samples that you might nab for your next production (cos classical is mostly public domain!). Just make sure something’s on.
Yes indeed, there are many tricks and tools for leveling up. Cos that’s what this is all about, really. It’s about more than DJing or music. It’s about personal growth. And if you’re here, then DJing is probably your vehicle. But you don’t have to do it alone. Join in one of the DJ Courses Online courses and get to know people as you advance.