Posts with tag learn-how-to-dj

Interview | Nov 06, 2018 by Hollin Jones

NYC-based techno producer and DJ Avision has won acclaim from some of the biggest names in the field including Carl Cox and Chris Liebing. We caught up with him for a chat.

Tutorial | Jun 16, 2018 by Sara Simms

Learning the secrets of harmonic mixing can be the key to unlocking even better DJ performances. Sara Simms explains the concept, and how to use it in practice.

Interview | Dec 26, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Jon Rundell is an accomplished DJ and producer who as well as releasing his own music has remixed for the likes of Josh Wink. We caught up with him to find out what makes him tick.

Tutorial | Jun 10, 2017 by Sara Simms

Mastering skratches is essential if you want to improve your DJ skills. In this quick tutorial, Sara Simms shows you how to combine multiple skratches into combos for even better results.

Tutorial | Oct 26, 2016 by Hollin Jones

Understanding faders is a vital part of becoming a great scratch performer. Sara Simms gives you a practical demo of how powerful a mix fader can be in this short video tutorial.

News | Jul 11, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

David Guetta fans (and the man himself) can you ever forgive us? This tongue-in-cheek video shows his final performance at Euro 2016 with funny overdubbing by Aldrig Kede Sig and more buttons to push.

Tutorial | Apr 22, 2016 by Sara Simms

In this video and article tutorial experienced DJ, trainer and author, Sara Simms, shows you how to add Chirp and Chirp Flare Scratches to your DJ performance repertoire. Every DJ should watch this.

Interview | Nov 17, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Prolific remixer of some of the biggest names in music, David Morales, talks about the tech he uses when producing, remixing and playing live.

Tutorial | Sep 29, 2015 by Sara Simms

It's time to get to grips with the new DJ remix format from Native Instruments: Stems. Using a Kontrol D2 and the new 4-tracks-in-one audio file format, Sara Simms shows it works in the real world.

Tutorial | Sep 19, 2015 by Sara Simms

A good DJ can become a great one if they invest in learning about the foundations of the music they love. Here's six of my favourite techno records that helped to define and shape the genre.

Tutorial | Jul 27, 2015 by Sara Simms

Despite DJing being easier than ever, there are challenges which digital DJs face on the road to success. Sara Simms shares 7 tips new DJs should heed to help them on their journey.

News | Feb 26, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

If you haven't already seen this parody video trailer for DK Wh1pla$h (Whiplash) from the good folk at Nacho Punch, then drop everything you're doing and check it out. It's time to become a DJ...

Editorial | Aug 22, 2014 by Noah Pred

Don't let your next DJ gig go up in flames. Armed with these simple preparation tips from Noah Pred, your next live performance, whether you're using vinyl or digital decks, can go nice and smooth.

News | Jul 17, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

Vinyl loving DJ enthusiasts take note! Pioneer have announced the new PLX-1000 professional turntables for those that love the feel and performance of vinyl playback. Looks like vinyl is back!

Review | May 17, 2014 by Sara Simms

With the DJ app landscape becoming increasingly more crowded and saturated, what can a relatively new app like CuteDJ Pro bring to the party which hasn't been done before? Sara Simms gives it a spin.