preparing for DJ gigs

No matter what size, type, or genre of performing DJ you may be, let's agree on one thing we have in common – some kind of pre-gig prep. So, we got curious – especially now that so many artists are returning to IRL shows and…

As the world gets back on track, there's finally what looks to be a bright future for nightlife around the globe. And as our favorite clubs, bars, and festivals prepare to open their doors once again, that means artists will be back to…

Feeling nervous? Don't worry, almost every DJ does before a gig. This article has a bunch of tips for feeling more confident - preparation tips, mindset hacks, physical self-reflections, and how to screw up with style.

Residents and other DJs that play regular gigs frequently fall in to the trap of playing similar sets week after week. There are people who notice.

Casual observers of the musical arts assume that most of the creative process happens on stage.  While it may be true that inspiration and improvisation create amazing results in the moment, great preparation tee's those moments up in the…