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Guides, tips and tutorials for DJs at every level — from booking your first gig to building a career.
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HOW TO BOOK YOUR FIRST DJ GIG (WITHOUT CONNECTIONS)
A step-by-step guide to landing your first paid gig, from building a demo mix to approaching promoters and venues cold.
8 min
15 Apr
THE DJ EQUIPMENT STARTER GUIDE: WHAT YOU ACTUALLY NEED
Cut through the noise. Here's exactly what gear a new DJ needs to buy, what to skip, and how to build up over time without overspending.
10 min
10 Apr
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HOW TO MIX IN KEY: HARMONIC MIXING EXPLAINED SIMPLY
Harmonic mixing can make your sets sound more musical and professional. Here's how to understand the Camelot wheel and apply it in your mixes.
6 min
2 Apr
DJ RATES: HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU CHARGE?
Figuring out your rate is one of the hardest parts of going pro. This guide covers how to price yourself at different stages of your career.
7 min
28 Mar
BUILDING YOUR DJ BRAND ON SOCIAL MEDIA IN 2026
Which platforms actually move the needle for DJs, what content works, and how to build an audience without spending all day on your phone.
9 min
20 Mar
HOW TO APPROACH A VENUE FOR A RESIDENCY
A residency can change everything for a DJ. Here's how to pitch yourself properly to venues, what they look for, and how to follow up.
7 min
14 Mar
DJ CONTRACTS: WHAT TO INCLUDE (AND WHY YOU NEED ONE)
A contract protects you and the venue. This guide covers what every DJ contract should include and provides a free template.
8 min
5 Mar
HOW TO RECORD A DJ MIX: THE COMPLETE SETUP GUIDE
From interface to DAW to distribution — everything you need to record, edit, and share a professional-sounding mix.
11 min
20 Feb
READING THE DANCEFLOOR: HOW TO KNOW WHAT TO PLAY NEXT
The skill that separates good DJs from great ones. Learn how to read crowd energy, adjust your programming, and recover a dying dancefloor.
6 min
10 Feb
