4 Biggest Takeaways of IMS 2018: Dance Music’s Reflective Summit
In collaboration with International Music Summit 2018, DJ Techtools contributor Tom Hricik is bringing you the…
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Nightmares in Clubland: Vanilla Ace’s Worst DJ Gig Ever
Every month, DJTT author Tom Hricik sits down with a veteran DJ to ask them about their dreaded "worst night ever".…
Tips From 5 Rising Artists On Avoiding The Starving Artist Lifestyle
It can take years for an artist to properly find their sound and build momentum, and the “starving artist”…
How Do DJs Fit Into The Streaming Music Economy?
Contributing writer Akhil Kalepu documented a panel session at ADE that discussed how DJs could fit in the…
Throwing DJ Parties: Advice From Seven Successful Party Promoters
We connected with seven DJ club night promoters on the West Coast to ask for their input on throwing a dance party.
How To Throw A Silent Disco: A Promoter’s Guide
There's no right way or wrong way to put on a silent disco. I’ve done them at festivals, clubs, bars, school gyms,…
5 Things Every DJ Can Learn From Shawn Wasabi’s Success
Shawn Wasabi rose from YouTube videos to being a household name in the live mashup/controllerism scene. His bubbly…
Does Drake Hate My DJ Mixes? Soundcloud Copyright Strikes vs DJ Mixes
In today's article, follow an all-too-familiar tale: a new DJ's promo mix, uploaded to Soundcloud, resulted in a…