Building Better Djs Podcast Ep. 8 "Prepping for a Gig"

Episode 8- "Prepping For a Gig"
In this episode, Mr. Choc, Babu & Rhettmatic talk about how they prepare for different types of DJ gigs and how all of us can be better prepared when we go out to Play.
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[@waefonkey]

lol was hurting for something to watch. These podcasts are so dope and helpful!

[@mateodigsvinyl684]

Haha spotted you. First time I heard the term "the turns"

[@Coolasfonzie]

7:30 is ESSENTIAL! always connecting and exploring your records, even if theres no gig in sight

[@djbrownroyal6613]

Yo these are so insightful and helpful I really appreciate this and i needed this aswell 😎🤜🏾🤛🏾

[@mojojojo815]

everyone of these episodes are still a top priority in the pocast circuit for me. couldnt begin to thank you #Bjios #beatjunkies

[@djimma5080]

Hi guys I did my first internet radio broadcast ever on Saturday, I have never done a gig in a club but decided to get some radio work before I do clubs, I was told on Thursday it was old school to me old school is 80s hip hop, breaks etc... But it wasn't this old school it was 90s uk rave music I was told this Thursday so I had a day to get a set together of music I don't listen to or mix. I'm being counted down to go live and the dudes were like no pressure but there are 5000+ people listening.. As you can imagine I totally fell apart fucked up most of my mixes and I tried to scratch but that was off time 😂 😂 😂 I enjoyed every min and they said what I did good was good and my mistakes everyone does. Can't wait for the next one

[@DJDRFUNKJUICE]

This its a great podcast. If I ever get a club or lounge gig everything y'all talk about its right on money so that been said I love it I will share this out with my fellow DJ's and let them check this great podcast i'm listen it from begin all the way to the end. Keep up the work fellas. Funk Up Salute.

[@bboydreaded]

I’m glad I’m not the only paranoid person that brings two lap tops to gigs. Lol.

[@ransmomebloke1949]

"What a crew is number 1?" THE BEAT JUNKIES!

[@ClectaSkiMusic]

Dope show as always guys, keep it up

[@barrywatts803]

Squeeze in a podcast before a gig lol. Really enjoying your talks beatjunkys.

[@BenzoDJ]

I used to help my friend with his mobile dj business.. Mostly weddings. This dude is always late and I'd hate that we have to rush to load& unload his SUV, set up speakers, lights, facade, sound check, etc. I would be drenched in sweat and would have to change to formal clothes minutes before ceremony starts. Hated it! Moral of my story, get to venue early :)

[@jsolethedj]

Another great podcast! Salute!

[@djtrackstarthedj]

Dope as always!

[@perfectplates]

Great idea guys!!!!

[@DanielMartinez-ir4pf]

Bring them short films back babu

[@paredg2]

Fan since the beginning. Great podcast 👍💯

[@hot4futureyears2come]

I use to prepare my milk crates similar to a serato crate. it took some time but the whole night was in order (but can go off when necessary) it was hard but i would have four go to crates ready to go. I agree with these guys , if you dont know the music you lost the battle. like a true blue hip hop DJ asked to play top 80's salsa for 30 mins. this day and age it makes it easier but still know your music.

[@David_Lamaz]

Thank you, teachers! It was interesting! And it was funny how you reacted to the sound of the train😊

[@DeeJPhillyPhil]

Kool Shhhhhhhh! Yeeeah Mayne! Thanks!

[@Bertiemang]

Hola! I’ve listened to most of your podcasts and hear a lot of talk about serato and vinyl, but what about standalone devices? A lot of people use cdj’s and now the new Denon 5000’s, it’d be nice to hear you guys talk about using those

[@DJSTOEK]

🖤

[@jackjamesrigby1663]

I use the SD cards instead of hard drives... I have a hard drive I keep home as a back up and then the SDs are great for on the move... I once dropped a hard drive just pre-set it fell off the booth and just died. The SD cards are a little more robust, not as heavy and work much quicker.

[@aliboy123]

I don't miss cutting up my cuticles on those vinyl sleeves tho. I'd be bleeding all over the record covers.

[@stirlingpickett5253]

The struggle was real

[@turntablistswami1]

What happened to djing bringing yo own sound literally?! PA and setup! Straight up sound battle!

[@grey9514]

The "battle" still exists and for some has evolved. Engineering speakers which can withstand a 2SC828-R buzz remains a worthwhile challenge for novices if they haven't it before solved. Yet doing that sort of thing in front of a live audience? In certain spheres, I suppose exploits pay some rents? Certainly keeping a beat flowing requires a mixer, two decks and ideally doubles for resilience. If they are all matched that is ideal! Yet affording that much redundancy and gear and prep time means I've missed many a meal.

[@peacepuffz]

Some one came up and asked me if I had any thing funky once, whilst James Brown was playing.

[@roberttapia6874]

Dopeness..👍👍 also getting some rest before a gig helps..

[@doderiolarkisso4038]

"Thank god for discogs"..well i don't know, now it's ebay prices all over. People wanting stupid money for regular records..

[@djimma5080]

Wtf you on I filled a bag for 50 last month

[@chemtrail2269]

Dope but I think as a dj you should be able to play anything, never take requests and play whatever you feel sounds good also taking into consideration what the vibe is. But if it is a “hip hop” night that doesnt mean you cant play rock or house music so long as you are good at mixing it should sound dope to everyone and they will even remember you more than the others who played the same ol shit.

[@kingcokni6397]

Choc on that Doug E Fresh. Young to Def 👊🏾. Babs got on the cleanest shirt he’s ever worn in his life and wake up Rhett!! Eat something! You skinny as hell. Love my brothers! BEAT JUNKIE SOUND!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@turntablistswami1]

New cats don’t prep at all bwhahaha! I talk about practice and they look at you crazy?! Millennials suck!