DJ culture: understanding what really happens behind the decks
A DJ doesn't just "play tracks": a little breakdown of a real craft.
Behind a good set lies a sharp reading of the crowd and a sense of timing. The DJ tells a story by dropping the right track at the right moment.
Mixing, the art of transition
The heart of the craft is moving from one track to the next without breaking the energy. Matching tempos and keys takes listening and practice.
Many start today with just a controller and some software. What matters isn't the gear, but what you make the crowd feel.
Sources
Topics
Share
Pick your platform — nothing is posted on your behalf.
Read next
MusicGoing to the Philharmonie when you know nothing about it
No need to be an expert: so-called classical music is also for fresh ears.
MusicGetting into rap when you're new to the genre
Flow, lyrics, beats: a little decoder to get into rap the right way.
MusicHeadphones or speaker: which to choose for how you listen
Both have their strengths: here's how to decide without regretting your buy.
Comments
No comments yet. Start the conversation!