I have marked off my life list goal of learning to DJ. I am about to have my third gig of the year and have only heard good reviews from my past work. I bought my Traktor Kontrol S4 DJ system, learned how it works, and use it reguarly.
My first step was to practice. I spent hours learning the ins and outs of the buttons and knobs on my S4. It is a powerful mixer and I love it.
The next step was to learn the intricacies of electronic music and DJing. I have listened to hundreds of hours of DJ mixes to find what sets the best DJs apart from the rest. I have seen legendary DJs such as Tiesto, Paul Oakenfold, BT, ATB, Sharam, Robbie Rivera, and Sydney Blu live. I have tried to learn from their performances too.
Next, I made a DJ name, DJ Yofi, and started podcasting. You can visit DJYofi.com to learn more and find links to the podcast. I have also been accepted in the iTunes store.
Now, with my next gig lined up for Friday (that is two in two weeks) and a hopeful bar gig in the works, I would call myself a DJ.
Thanks to my friends and family who have been patient and supportive as I have learned to DJ and completed a long time dream.
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Good luck with the gig man! Tell me, do chicks dig it?
Thanks Sam. So far I have noticed that girls are interested and some come up to talk, but they go off to dance or get a drink and I am stuck with the mixer.
Wait till you get to watch them hooking up with some other guy and falling in love while you’re stuck between the mixer. Its an interesting emotion.
You’ve done well at learning how to DJ.
Thanks! I have my first big bar gig next weekend!