How To Become A Successful DJ (The Ultimate Guide)

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DJ CEE B

DJ CEE B

Күн бұрын

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@MixmasterD089
@MixmasterD089 11 ай бұрын
True words. Djing was allways my dream. At age of 34 i bought a cheap controller and started to practice everyday. now im looking forward to buy my Rane 4 and have my first gig at the bar of my brother. dont want to make big money. just want to have some people dancing to my music. thats all i want. i regret not starting earlier.
@PHONIBRAXTON
@PHONIBRAXTON 6 ай бұрын
Ur only 34! U got ur whole life to DJ! Cheers!
@305vlogz2
@305vlogz2 Ай бұрын
I’m 28 and been thinking of this for so long now, I have many days off working in the medical field (3 shifts a week)
@macdjmarco
@macdjmarco Жыл бұрын
I'm just around 4 mins in this video before i write this comment, and boy, this DJ teacher is coming from the real world experience. He's the realest, most honest, not promoting products kind of teacher. I'm subscribing. Edit: Okay, its very detailed as well. Man, thank you.
@DjJSwiftDaMixWiz
@DjJSwiftDaMixWiz Жыл бұрын
I've been djing for 38 years and I love it. Don't do much gigs now just cookouts and family events. It was never about the money for me. I love mixing music it's in my blood.
@stevetvtk8637
@stevetvtk8637 Жыл бұрын
I wish to invite you to my Dj gigs.
@djfingersflores
@djfingersflores Жыл бұрын
right on DJ, I also started in the 80's like yourself. I turned it into a full time gig and still goin' strong. Peace HIP HOP DON'T STOP
@stefanytellez223
@stefanytellez223 Жыл бұрын
That’s how I feel ❤
@sagestb
@sagestb 8 ай бұрын
love that, cookouts have the best vibes
@TonLoef
@TonLoef 10 ай бұрын
Wow, Cee B, You are ( believe me ) the first DJ on KZbin who is Honest and realistic. And a better speech for the ones who want to become a DJ doesn"t exist. You are giving a realistic picture of the way it works in the music business. The music industrie is the hardest business in the world. Keep on the good work !
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@maxs6026
@maxs6026 Жыл бұрын
0:09 What is your "Why" 1:40 Get affordable equipment to start (decks, laptop, headphones, software) 5:38 Source your music 7:38 Practice x3 8:38 Record yourself + make content to show 9:35 Get outside + low-pressure gigs 10:56 Private bookings 11:35 Play to the crowd (not urself) 13:29 Social media 14:26 Online presence + building content 14:51 Quiet bars & clubs 16:45 Be persistent 17:29 Be prepared after the callback 18:18 Have an adequate library (links on how to build) 18:30 Have a backup music source! (phone, etc) 19:20 Take gig notes & always improve! 20:20 Continuous gigs (be good) 20:34 Be polite & professional 21:20 Residency 23:51 Sectioning your sets & adding music 25:04 Multiple Residencies 27:17 Talk to other DJs 28:01 Talk to promoters (if you can) 28:42 Make yourself known 29:43 Listen to live DJ mixes 31:55 Pay it Forward!
@DJCEE_B
@DJCEE_B Жыл бұрын
Hero
@maxs6026
@maxs6026 Жыл бұрын
@@DJCEE_B My pleasure, great content and knowledge!
@Muiser_
@Muiser_ 28 күн бұрын
Networking is the most important, I got a residency after mixing for only 3 weeks and I’ve been full time ever since
@djjameshayes9766
@djjameshayes9766 Жыл бұрын
One thing worth mentioning & any DJ with no ego will tell u.. Even on your best night u can get a bad crowd. I’m gigging 10 years & it happens, new DJs go out there be polite & remember there may be a**holes so just smile & put your head down & mix 🤙🏼
@MM-lo8dn
@MM-lo8dn Жыл бұрын
Yup, been at it since 07 and bad nights are just part of the game. Some crowds wont even get down to the hits 😂
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@23gjesse
@23gjesse Жыл бұрын
As someone who’s trying to go from the private gig sector to the club\bar scene it’s hard to make that transition, unfortunately the Dj scene is over saturated and there’s all ways someone willing to do it for cheaper from what I learned .I appreciate this video so much because it gives you the basics. Having skill takes time . Pro tip ! Organize those crates !!
@SheilaSoundLLC
@SheilaSoundLLC Жыл бұрын
figure out a way to get involved with the promoters, help out and create relationships! More importantly show up even when you're not booked! More important to show the support even when not working
@gregtufaro8166
@gregtufaro8166 Жыл бұрын
There is no cheaper than free. If you can get your foot in door by not charging, the paid gigs will follow, if you’re good
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@msmaglorie4720
@msmaglorie4720 Жыл бұрын
I like this guy. I've been DJing over 15 years and I have been advising everyone who 'wants to be a dj' the same thing...
@stevetvtk8637
@stevetvtk8637 Жыл бұрын
I wish to invite you to my Dj gigs.
@francocalifano896
@francocalifano896 Жыл бұрын
it is so true, everything, i started 3 years ago now i finally got booked to the biggest underground club in my city, it will be my first gig in front of thousands of people, and this video is just describing my path to arrive at this point. Put your stuff out there!
@Triggapillz
@Triggapillz Жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@francocalifano896
@francocalifano896 Жыл бұрын
@@Triggapillz was fuck**ng amazing, probably the best night in my life, at the beginning i was shaking tho but as soon as i started i got in my zone and i did my things. Is even better the night after seeing all these ig stories of people having fun during my set… unbelievable, i love my job (now i can say it)
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@TheLarryWilson
@TheLarryWilson 2 жыл бұрын
Everything said is facts. Following these principles, will take you far. Since I've started my career in May 2022, I have done close to 100 gigs and a few residencies (hotels, bars, clubs, resorts, upscale restaurants, gyms, etc). Follow the PPP method: Practice, Promote, be Polite
@stevetvtk8637
@stevetvtk8637 Жыл бұрын
I wish to invite you to my Dj gigs.
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@Daniel-wb4nb
@Daniel-wb4nb 2 ай бұрын
This man is Humble & Speaks the Truth!
@megapro1725
@megapro1725 22 күн бұрын
This video is so good and applies to basically to any profession. I watched it to the end when i don't even want to become dj, just wanted to know more about it. Such a great motivation, clever words, work and become better, don't be lazy
@NazifKaraaslan
@NazifKaraaslan 3 күн бұрын
Listening to you was incredibly inspiring. You explained the initial processes and their progression so beautifully.
@TeraGreene1
@TeraGreene1 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been a working dj since I started in 2003… and my first gigs were paid at Groove Fitness in Hollywood, CA and a gig that turned out to be a 4-year Women’s Music festival. I was the sole dj for that and we collectively won an award for the fest. Almost 21 years into my career, I actually don’t use much social media and yes, I get a ton of bookings by word of mouth. Sure, I have a radio show and SoundCloud and such, but I got 2 inquiries today for gigs, as well as a contract to sign tomorrow and 2 gigs this Friday and Saturday. I dj for private events and public offerings, and even teach (I am currently teaching a 9 year old how to dj). I’m a DJ’s DJ. I love supporting djs and was a dancer before I started djing. I would get invited to all the parties because I would start the dance floors haha Then I went to music school and shifted from singer songwriter to dj and now I’m bringing back my singer style into my production and djing. It’s only been a 20 year hiatus from singing lol. But becoming a mom 5.5 years ago got me back singing again, naturally, then I picked up an MPC in 2019 and I am thinking the next 20 years of my career will be quite a time of exponential growth because of all the wisdom and dedication (and giving back) I’ve done. Enjoyed your video. I watched it because I’m taking a beginners mind again as I near year 21 so that I can approach my craft with even more freshness to continually stay a working, professional dj… even in the pandemic , I taught a middle school class of 20 how to dj, in person and virtually. If you’re just starting out, remember to stay adaptable and flexible , and yes, be polite. Stand out and get repeat bookings from vendors and businesses and nonprofits and private folks by sending a thank you email/text after every gig. 😊
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@torinmartinez4331
@torinmartinez4331 Жыл бұрын
Sage advice here. I started DJing frat parties and small bars, moved to a small club residency every Thursday and Friday, and eventually got the option to open for a festival. Also, consider taking FREE gigs on off nights like “Turntable Tuesdays” or EDM Wednesdays. These experiences will build your community and confidence.
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@franciscozamorano9990
@franciscozamorano9990 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I've been a drummer for my entire life. I got my first mixer 3 months ago, and I will have my first gig in the biggest club in Tokyo lol. Best of luck to me.
@courijones1317
@courijones1317 Жыл бұрын
Cee B - you've earned my subscription with this video. You were honest, clear, and straight to the point. It's clear you never! Thank you!
@Erho95
@Erho95 Жыл бұрын
This is really quality content no bullshit, no promote any specific advertisement, pure of information. This might help a lot of beginner DJ! Thanks a lot
@rychh0
@rychh0 Жыл бұрын
Bro im a beginner dj and this is the most helpful video I’ve ever seen aside the technical tutorials , thank u for made it. No words to describe how helpful is this
@Paul50million
@Paul50million Жыл бұрын
What a great and honest video. I’m so grateful for all the information you shared. Many blessings 🙏
@OhNoChirag
@OhNoChirag 11 ай бұрын
I've been a DJ since 2018 used to do private gigs, and wedding gigs then stopped DJing for almost 5 years. now I'm trying to put myself back in the scene and I tell you what I've lost all my skills. I've to practise and practise until I find myself back. man, thank you for making this video. one of my DJ friend shared this with me. I took notes from the video and wrote it down to keep it in mind for a long time. this will help me a lot so thank you so much once again.
@jerz732
@jerz732 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this game! I am a beginner myself, I have my ddj 400 and I practice literally everyday. I listened to the entire video and I appreciate your advice!🙏🏾
@DJCEE_B
@DJCEE_B 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one bro. Hopefully next year you can progress in your Dj career!
@chesterviaje3115
@chesterviaje3115 4 ай бұрын
Music has always been my passion since time. Ive always wanted to Dj after high school but i had no money to buy equipment and had started family early. Now im almost 40 and I have my very first gig next month in a banquet hall with about 100 people or so. Im nervous and excited and cant wait. Thanks for your advice and tips.
@Gvabaseball
@Gvabaseball Жыл бұрын
Been DJ’n for a little over a year started off with a borrowed DDJ SX2 board and have seen much success thank god ! I am now running a Rev 7 and have secured some resident Gigs every week ! Well over $7,000 in general for mobile gigs and everything but money has been seen back! All my new people keep grinding and wanting to get better. Good video fam 🤞🏻💪🏻
@massbusterproductions
@massbusterproductions Ай бұрын
Thanks. Very good advice.
@sheldonburrell8131
@sheldonburrell8131 2 жыл бұрын
Yow bro, I'm a dj from Jamaica now in Canada and i can tell you, you're advices are the best I've had.. the point about taking notes and about using the play history to build your library big big advice....Big up yourself keep doing the good job you doing...
@DJCEE_B
@DJCEE_B 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you bro, really appreciate that!
@stevetvtk8637
@stevetvtk8637 Жыл бұрын
I wish to invite you to my Dj gigs.
@seiiizicymphonic859
@seiiizicymphonic859 Жыл бұрын
Yoo sheldon link me @seiiizi
@GiDS222
@GiDS222 8 ай бұрын
i appreciate you assessing the reality of youtube converter, like people really are puritans when it comes to suggestions for beginners. i got roasted on reddit for a separate dj question and i was like, forget them, i'll never post a question on there again lmao bunch of close-minded people as opposed to youtube to anyone who sees this, DJ CEE B is right. I can attest to ripping songs off youtube to start and then going to record pools. I also would stress, KZbin saved me so much time with learning. Record camera, or just audio if thats all you can do. I learned so much listening back to my sets and practicing at home. Don't worry about people's opinions, just practice.
@oscarvillarreal8446
@oscarvillarreal8446 Жыл бұрын
1:28 I like what you’re saying because for me it’s something I’m passionate about and I couldn’t care how many people I’m doing a set for I just like doing it and mixing it up with different genres
@rosalinasantos3078
@rosalinasantos3078 Жыл бұрын
Not a single lie for real felt like he was talking to his younger dj self. I will be following all of this advice!
@DJGenX
@DJGenX 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your awesome advice. I just did my first gig last night . You were right about it all!!
@sideb8176
@sideb8176 3 ай бұрын
great contect im a working dj for 10 years in big and small venues and gotta to say that in this vid there is no cap !!! true true !!! the road is not easy but if u love djing then its worth it ! Amazig Contet
@cptnchocoTwitch
@cptnchocoTwitch 2 ай бұрын
Great video ! I'll add that streaming live once you have the confidence to do so is a great way to step up. On twitch really few DJs are below 5 viewers and that better than djing to a bedroom wall. You can build an audience, vib with the chat and most of all not get bored and get some energy back from the viewers.
@djsocrateez
@djsocrateez Жыл бұрын
Been at this 30+ years. Going to point new DJ's to this very comprehensive video. All Facts!
@jfzeta3634
@jfzeta3634 10 күн бұрын
When you said" Use KZbin converter" to get music to start practicing, I immediately liked because that really be the cheapest way to get music to mix lol but like you said, some guys will come for you as you get serious about it
@xiaiaiiv
@xiaiaiiv 2 ай бұрын
Best guide ever, this feels like it can apply anywhere else in life too, love this and gonna try my best to learn how to DJ
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@johnnierobles2304
@johnnierobles2304 Жыл бұрын
I couldn’t help but subscribe after listening to you throughout this video. I truly at 60 am looking to learn. I feel like finding your channel I just may have found the ultimate gold mine. Not because I’m going to become rich but I can surely see you are full of knowledge and willing to share. knowledge is power
@b.alexander8558
@b.alexander8558 Жыл бұрын
Im 70 and love it just do it😊😊😊
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@hakukanimusic
@hakukanimusic 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for this absolute realistic and honest video. I've been djing for a while and what you tell in this video is 100% my opinion. I'm still djing on a Roland DJ 202 an I love it. I can do everything I want and it sounds great!
@kaisholeopard
@kaisholeopard 8 ай бұрын
Didn’t know how to begin with being a dj, this content you’ve put out is a free quick course on being a dj , a treasure trove of knowledge plus I’ve read comments from other djs which also is inspiring. honestly one of the the best things you mentioned is something I noticed at a local club the dj plays tracks that are predictable, and I myself and friends have left his club for another because his music was so repetitive but that’s a lesson for us aspiring djs. Funny thing I asked this particular DJ to tutor me as he has loads of free time because I’ve known him for years playing football, but this channel is a free university of DJ skills , keep up the excellent work with love from Atlantic Canada 🍁
@M-Energy
@M-Energy Жыл бұрын
So many first timers unfortunatly give up because their heart isn't in it, they just see it as a cool thing to do and don't even persevere with learning the basics. A biggie is learning to beat match (training your ear) Like anything if your passionate and determined you will progress with it. Everything you said is spot on bro 👊 thanks for the vid 👍
@djaccold
@djaccold 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you Cee B! Your channel has helped me prepare and secure my first gig as a DJ. I mixed in front of about 125 ppl audience at a Lounge ! Yes I was nervous but I was the warm up DJ night which eased my nerves! This night was last Sunday! First time outside my living room. It’s only up from here! 🎉 I’ve been in this since October 2022. Im setting new goals for 2023!
@mothernature27
@mothernature27 Жыл бұрын
Guurl proud of you am starting out
@Goat18771
@Goat18771 Жыл бұрын
How is it going now
@BurgerHam-rk4yb
@BurgerHam-rk4yb Жыл бұрын
Proud of you!!! Where are you at right now?
@djsep
@djsep Жыл бұрын
Good words of wisdom. I've been deejaying for 41 years. Definitely practice, practice, practice!!! You don't want to be that deejay whose mixes are a trainwreck. Never book a gig if you cannot mix. Once i got my mixes blending smoothly, my first gigs were house parties.... and yes, some were from free. From there I got my first club gig and residency by talking to the owner. My big break came when he was having issues with his current deejay and booked me a week after firing him. The rest is history...
@patrick_jouno
@patrick_jouno Жыл бұрын
I'm 62 and I find you brillant, I've never dj before but would like to give it a try, love the videos.
@marcelaperez4126
@marcelaperez4126 Жыл бұрын
It’s been a dream since run dmc when I was 11. Im 27 now and I love music. This really did it for me to push to do it. I live in Los Angeles where there are so many!! But he music is the same. I want to bring something new, I have ideas. Thank you, I really appreciate you. 🤙💪
@stevetvtk8637
@stevetvtk8637 Жыл бұрын
I wish to invite you to my Dj gigs.
@Jhizzle473
@Jhizzle473 Ай бұрын
Amen 🙏🏽 but when you make your own songs it’s so rewarding seeing people vibing to your music irl 😮
@RuukaChan
@RuukaChan Жыл бұрын
Really insightful guide, some points were underrated and extremely important reminders, like having backup if something goes south with your DJ gear (gave me the idea to bring a backup mixer and extra cables - better prepared than not enough)! It's important to have the right intentions on becoming a DJ- in order to be successful in anything you do your heart, mind and soul needs to be in the right places 💜I started 7 months ago and I absolutely love it. I feel the most alive when I spin and share my love for my music. Bringing all your tips with me to my 4th gig this week - thank you DJ Cee, absolutely love your content.
@SeminalSentinel
@SeminalSentinel 9 ай бұрын
I've been watching dj videos all day as i'm about to start my dj journey...this is the video that i was looking for. Thank you Bro. This is some of the best advice and greatest content ever. Nuff Love Bro👊🏿
@MykiMykonos
@MykiMykonos 11 ай бұрын
When I tried Serato Pro before even starting DJing it didn't let me install it on the Laptop because the CPU is not supporting AVX. So it's not only about the cpu power but that feature is needed. Anyway, until five days in my DJ "career" I didn't use any laptop because i bought the Denon SC Live 2. Yes, it's expensive for beginners but nothing else is needed which is lowing the bar to built a setup every day. Just plug and play. And until today I don't miss anything. Beatport is connected and here we go. Maybe after I learned all the basics I'll use Serato but for now it's working really well.
@edgarflores585
@edgarflores585 3 ай бұрын
Men!.. The best advice I found for my son, THank you much for your time and gold advises.... thanks again!..
@Y-NotMusic
@Y-NotMusic Жыл бұрын
I was playing clubs years ago, but now I’m back at it via KZbin. I do love Djing and my fam jam cannot escape my (almost) nightly bedroom club mixing :) thank you for your awesome vids
@prim3kr3ator
@prim3kr3ator Жыл бұрын
I initially clicked to watch, then closed it, then reopened and man, I am glad I did! I been DJing for 10 years but move around so much that it is hard to get a residency or build a following. Watching your vid was very refreshing and served as confirmation for ideas I have now to get known more in my new home of Nashville. I started DJiin Germany and made my way to FL, Arkansas, New York and now Nashville. Watching this vid was super helpful. Thanks Cee B!
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@sayyyworditsian1386
@sayyyworditsian1386 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate this guy for showing people they dont need to spend crazy money to learn, the emphasis is you are LEARNING. Love bro 🙏🙏
@GiDS222
@GiDS222 8 ай бұрын
some of the realest advice i've seen
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@PrinzII
@PrinzII 2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes, you can start out buying a used controller to practice on for little or nothing. For instance, I got a used Numark NS6 II for $100 and have been running with that ever since. My goal is to get the Rane Four when it comes out.
@lukerowland683
@lukerowland683 Жыл бұрын
I started 3 years ago and i brought my decks hercules inpulse 500 and even now i love them in the last 2 years ive only had 4 gigs 3 b day partys and a work party. Even since i was about 11 maybe 12 ive looked at dj from different types of music and just felt yeah i want some of that. I practice everyday in my shed even though i have kids i still find the time to practice even of its only for a hour anyway just came here to say i respect you and the fact what your saying is the truth if people are in it for money then give up it should be a passion and you got to want it.
@MeettheCreatives
@MeettheCreatives Жыл бұрын
Really solid advice. My recommendation to people just starting out is elementary kids school parties. If you kill one of those you will get sooo many more gigs from the PTA/PTO.
@djchephy
@djchephy Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I really appreciate for the tips. 🙏❤️
@willthebatboy
@willthebatboy Жыл бұрын
I learned on an Xone K2. Tiny little thing. Learned how to mix. Learned how to mix WELL without lots of effects or ability to alter tracks. Played gigs, got CDJs, felt like I already knew exactly what to do and just had more to play with. Learn small, get big.
@flabbyjekry5045
@flabbyjekry5045 2 жыл бұрын
Facts like you said don’t come into the dj world for money and fame I believe if you really live djaying and your heart is in it and you do it for fun and do for you sake it’s the right direction keep up the videos
@Latrice0021
@Latrice0021 3 ай бұрын
thank you so much this gives me sooo much confidence to regroup and attack my goals differently !!! Thank you for sharing !!
@fotostudiotoni
@fotostudiotoni 3 ай бұрын
the best advice from the whole youtube , thanks man ❤
@artlovedj
@artlovedj 2 жыл бұрын
He's speaking the truth. Like it or not.
@FurkanTopal
@FurkanTopal Жыл бұрын
This guy spits facts. I'm an electronic music producer and I love producing music to the fullest. I bought XDJ-RR and all its extensions a month ago which costed me around 1700 euros in total (because I wanted to start with something standalone) but where I'm earning money, what I'm passionate about is PRODUCING. I even kinda hate the idea of being a DJ (for I don't see much to do in it, I unintentionally despise DJing because it's seriously just about playing songs for me, and honestly these expensive equipments which were created just to play songs are really stupid devices for me) and I invested those equipments which I'm kinda regretful because I think I should have invested for a better computer. What is gonna make you play in front of thousands of people is MOSTLY will derive from what you produced. For example, KSHMR learned how to DJ way later because he was fond of ONLY producing like me but then when he wanted to share his music in front of people, he had to learn everything from scratch about DJing. I actually bought these equipments to practice time to time, maybe it would light up the passion inside me but what I'm realizing is, I'm actually only passionate about creating something from scratch, not pushing a button and playing a music. Because if I was, I would open that controller's box by now. But I didn't even open. Moreover, I'm introvert and generally a nervous guy in my natural factory settings, idk how I'm gonna play in front of lots of people as well. I should love the mass of people to do that honestly. And I'm not sure if I'm in a correct environment to do that even. Pretty stressful. So I wish I watched this beforehand, or if you're seeking what to do, take my experiences as a guide as well. One side of me still wants to unbox that controller's bag and whispers me like maybe it's gonna change my life but I'm not sure. I don't feel I have a time for DJing at all. Producing music and learning new techniques, searching and trying new plugins, mixing/mastering etc. These things take all my time already. Very hard to deal with dj practicing in my case.
@MyDigitalJourney
@MyDigitalJourney Жыл бұрын
Paragraphs my guy. Open the box, it's a lot of money, and there's a chip shortage. You're doing people a disservice by letting it collect dust.
@MyDigitalJourney
@MyDigitalJourney Жыл бұрын
mixing is making music. You can mix your own songs now, and record those noises and make the music your own.
@djsergiubulgar4922
@djsergiubulgar4922 2 жыл бұрын
In private party's like weddings industry, when somebody ask me where he can learn DJing, I suggest him to go for free as assistent with some proDJ. Is the best and shortast way to learn. If you really love it, really want it, you will learn it.
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
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@incolourz
@incolourz 5 ай бұрын
Hey, aspiring DJ here. Thank you for the video ❤ my journey starts here and I hope I can implement everything you taught me!
@pattyc.4978
@pattyc.4978 9 ай бұрын
Legitimately all i want to do is be a DJ for my church and maybe some weddings at some point, on the SIDE, but this honealty has me excites that i cam learn a skill that ive been around most of my life. Thank you
@pampamoon
@pampamoon 26 күн бұрын
Im doing my Journey... thanks bro to show us the path ❤
@DJ_KayD
@DJ_KayD Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for everything you shared here !! Really useful and really motivative for new DJ !!
@jamesmadrid399
@jamesmadrid399 11 ай бұрын
This is the best advice I've heard. Everything up to the point I'm at now is completely accurate. Thank you for tips and the authenticity!
@GregMurrayEnt1
@GregMurrayEnt1 6 ай бұрын
Cee B, I started as a DJ in 1978 at The Enlistedmen's Club on the Naval Air Station, Brunswick, Maine, USA. 3 years later I started as a Radio DJ/Personality. I worked in a number of Radio Stations and Nightclubs, Dances, Parties, Weddings and Corporate Events. I went to Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1989. 9 months later I was hired in Chicago at WBBM-FM/B96. I was promoted to Production Director/DJ/Personality, all while continuing to work Nightclubs, Dances, Parties, Weddings and Corporate Events. I was hired at 2 big colleges in Chicago to teach Radio Broadcasting while I worked at B96. I was let go from B96, due to budget cuts on March 15, 2010. On that same day, I was hired at Kennedy-King College as Program Director. I retired in 2019 after over 40 Years as a DJ. Now I Live Stream on Twitch weekdays 9am-11am Est, Sunday Morning Gospel 10am-Noon Est and unscheduled Popup Shows and Raid Trains to pass the time. I love the life as a DJ. I said all that to say this...with all my years as a DJ and Radio Broadcaster, you are the most improved DJ I've seen. You have done this since 2017 (7 years) and you offer better advise than most anyone I've seen. Thank you for keeping the DJ Dreams alive. Congrats, Sir.
@theaverageguy3884
@theaverageguy3884 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing many interesting and importent things. I think you did forget 1 importent point, and thats to go out and support other Djs. Im new behind the Decks and have been playing music at home for only a year. I already have 5 gigs behind me and a few bookings for the next month. When supporting others and hang around. You will sooner or later get a spot at the venue or from your new contacts. Im a Techno and Psytrance Dj. I can do warm up sets for others playing Club/House. But my favorite genere are Techno and Psy. This other day i did a forest rave. And i was booked from 04 to 05 in the morning. But the first Dj that was supose to play from 21 to 22:30 did not show up. So they did ask me if i wanted to step in and play to sets for the night. I did take that warm up but did only play for 4 peoples for 1.5 hours, but thats ok. Just like you saying go out be positive and show the promoter that you want to support them. To be humble and positive you will get more gigs 🎧
@hmmbangluna5865
@hmmbangluna5865 Жыл бұрын
This guy is brutally honest! You got a new sub!
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
Please follow me 😊: @DJGLAD
@patmurphy2749
@patmurphy2749 Жыл бұрын
REALLY GOOD SOUND ADVICE, I'm an older DJ from the early 80's, things have changed over ther years, but music is life, learn to love it, embrace your DJ journey. Follow DJ CEE B.
@djjaxjerry1911
@djjaxjerry1911 Жыл бұрын
Wawooo may be i cam late bt just no u inspired me....en me av been a local dj fo 3years till i bought professional dj equipments last week en i want t make it though don't av dat fobia ov playing fo da crowd cos it's wat av been doing for 3yrs bt nt in a professional way so nw am practicing every single moment i get to be like u papa
@stevohmwirihz
@stevohmwirihz 5 ай бұрын
I;m from Kenya Africa and for real you have sharped my dj skills, thanks for this trainings
@bridgeskylive
@bridgeskylive Жыл бұрын
FINALLY!!! A video on REAL TALK no BS!! Thank you ❤❤❤
@gregtufaro8166
@gregtufaro8166 Жыл бұрын
This is great advice. A couple additions. Don’t get drunk/high. Have back ups of everything (usbs or whatever media, wires if you’re using your own gear, headphones/headphone jacks)
@learnshareevolve1842
@learnshareevolve1842 Жыл бұрын
GREAT & very informative video! I am doing this in 'reverse'. I had run sound boards in the past for a few workshops, and I offered to DJ/emcee my niece's (low budget/low pressure) wedding on a whim (for free) I was able to use the venue's house system. Then, another family member asked me to DJ a high school dance. Lot's of KZbin 'research' and learning went into each of these. I spent the entire payment ($440) from the HS dance on renting equipt. (2x12", mixer, subwoofer, lights), but it was a great experience (200 kids @ the dance), and I got good reviews/feedback. I used my iphone w TIDAL (for music) & DJ PRO AI as my controller, w a Premium subscription to Spotify for music finding. I bought an Amazon Fire tablet for this gig, but hated it & returned it after. I had a 50w PA speaker at home to practice with. Doing lot's of 'prep' before the HS dance was key. I visited the venue, met w HS class reps (who hired me) & their adult rep. Assessed outlets, sound-space, etc. Asked about bringing in equipt, but didn't get that info. until I showed up & started unloading. I called guitar Center (for rental) at least a dozen times to ask questions. It was pretty stressful setting up equipt that I wasn't familiar with, but I had learned just enough to make it all work.
@djflix_
@djflix_ Жыл бұрын
Dawg this was a useful ass video that showed me how far I’ve come in the Industry in music and nightlife. This shit is not easy everything is difficult when you can’t adjust to the culture of music and the career. People wanna see someone win but they choose who they wanna see. You just need to be a person bigger and better than everyone in one thing. Be better at that and you’ll find how easy it is to be a professional DJ. I say easy cuz it can be easy but our own head gets to us and scares or makes us nervous. Be bold and stay humble. Show who u are and don’t be different. Learn to adjust and stay tru to yourself. Cuz this can get very ugly
@Brooklyn1530
@Brooklyn1530 Жыл бұрын
Agreed on the laptop part. I use rekordbox....I looked up the minimum specs and decided to go for a little more so that I can have space for my songs (I plan on getting an external hard drive too as a back up) but my laptop is strictly for djing. I dont use it for anything else. Maybe to watch youtube videos or disney plus but its mainly for djing. I have the HP Envy 360. Intel Core I7, 12GB Memory, 256 GB Solid State Drive. Solid State runs faster and smoother Ive heard so I went with that. Got myself the DDJ 400 that came with the full version of Rekordbox, not like the DDJ SB3 that runs on Serato lite (not the full version of Serato). Took me 5 years to finally splurge on a speaker for parties (which I got an EV ZLX15 on amazon for 600USD, it came with the speaker, a stand, XLR to XLR cable, and a case for the stand). If youre going to dj with an entry controller I highly recommend you get yourself the right cables. For me to connect to that PA system I needed an RCA to XLR cable. It will be unbalanced but its a start. Get out there at first and take any gig. You wont get paid but thats ok youre still learning and itll get you over that fear of a croud. I highly recommend starting at a house party, get into their wifi, and use Tidal or Spotify for your songs. Build a playlist and rock out. Eventually youre gonna wanna invest in a dj recordpool because its always best to have the songs downloaded vs streaming them. Practice your djing, youtube has plenty of tutorials, tips, and tricks. I DJ because I love the idea of being able to control a crowd through music! Its an amazing feeling! The money comes secondary. If you do something you love, the money will follow
@deejay_voltage_official
@deejay_voltage_official 3 ай бұрын
Bro thank you you are royal 🤝🤝
@djgentle1
@djgentle1 2 ай бұрын
Hi bruh 👋
@deejay_voltage_official
@deejay_voltage_official 2 ай бұрын
@@djgentle1 am good mn how about u
@coolmind2476
@coolmind2476 Жыл бұрын
Nowadays its much easier to be a DJ. In the past you had to travel to different continents to buy the vinyl records because you couldnt get the music somewhere else. It was more about the music and appreciation for the music. That feeling to get a rare record or even CD is unbeatable.
@DJTEK-2411
@DJTEK-2411 4 ай бұрын
i have a dj control impulse 200 which you can see on my pfp and its amazing, its compatible with almost every single dj software and i have a mac but i used to use my dads one, i then got this for christmas and i can just use the laptop speakers cos they are really good, i use dj pro and it has everything you need, it can link up too apple music or spotify and all the rest, the reason i have a mac as well is because i knew i loved djing so i absoloutly reccomend this setup that i have
@Jtweezy4shez
@Jtweezy4shez Жыл бұрын
This is a Master Class of bare minimum Djing! He's got alot of points there.
@gavinadams3707
@gavinadams3707 2 ай бұрын
Will be referencing this video a bunch 🔥
@MyDigitalJourney
@MyDigitalJourney Жыл бұрын
I got booked as a resident dj after I showed photos of my MacBook Pro CDJ 3000's and a9 mixer, I started 2 months ago, and the Chip shortage meant I had to pay 15k for my setup, but I'm making 1500 a week now. One week from paying off my tables (after this weekend). I Dj on tik Tok too, the average I make there is 400 a set from donations. God is Good.
@Deejay-Kilo
@Deejay-Kilo 2 ай бұрын
VERY HONEST AND STRAIGTFORWAD. THANK YOU CEE
@serletlive1206
@serletlive1206 Жыл бұрын
True talk and great helping points brother. Thank you for taking the time to help all those new Djs out there
@djfusion.london
@djfusion.london Жыл бұрын
thank you very much, been djing for 7 years but your videos are always very informative. thank you
@RageForSeven
@RageForSeven Жыл бұрын
after 32min here is my take: no swearwords no "like" every 2 words no err, ummm, haaaa, "you kow am sayin" Loved every bit of it, subbed!!!
@JarrettSpinks
@JarrettSpinks 2 жыл бұрын
100% on Dj convertor only Dj’s that hate that are older Dj’s from vinyl era. I would only worry about ripped songs if I’m using some expensive speakers and playing a big crowd but your first year and a half djing straight ripped music unless you in a spot to get a record pool of $20 a month maybe even cheaper than that
@soccerking710
@soccerking710 6 ай бұрын
The 10 people line is real. I've had fun bumpin empty bars because it was a chance to really be out there.
@shockhp
@shockhp 2 жыл бұрын
FACTS 🙏🏻🙏🏻 SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE AT THE BACK 😎
@DJCEE_B
@DJCEE_B 2 жыл бұрын
My bro 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽
@DJ_GLAD
@DJ_GLAD 2 ай бұрын
Please follow me 😊: @DJGLAD
@Selectorblazevybz3395
@Selectorblazevybz3395 Ай бұрын
Thank you for this bro i appreciate you 🙏💯
@DJAUDIO1
@DJAUDIO1 2 жыл бұрын
Stellar advice. I will be sharing this with my students. Incredible. Thank you Cee B.
@DJCEE_B
@DJCEE_B 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks my bro 👊🏽
@stevetvtk8637
@stevetvtk8637 Жыл бұрын
I wish to invite you to my Dj gigs.
@R3lvi0r
@R3lvi0r Жыл бұрын
Your words are reality. I started 10 years ago after i heared my first dubstep song that is called Kyoto by Skrillex. After dat moment i discovered that i can be even more connected to the music than i was before. I buyed a cheap console: Traktor S2 MK2, and i started a lot of practice . Firstly i recreated a lot of Skrillex moments ofc, but after that i wanted to evolve. Starting to go to bdays, partys, created content and promote it and doing things better an better. I was 14 when i started, now i m 24. Over the years i changed my types of mixing, learned from other DJs, listened to a lot of mixes and even live DJs at clubs. Starting too to download more and more music cuz sb told me earlier that i should mix more songs, not the same all time. Interaction with ppl change ur mind set so much. Now i just switched my town few months ago, i moved to the capital of the country, and after i saw a lot of DJs live, i just started to put short mixes online, tagg them and try to promote myself. A girl just recognized me from instagram at Skrillex Romanian show 2 weeks ago (btw it was fireeee) and she told me that to send them a mix for their future club party 🖤 Other guys told me that for the 1st party they are full, but i can do my shit on the 2nd one. If u rly wish something and belive in it, it will happen. Maybe not tomorrow, maybe not next year, but sometimes it will happen to you. Even if ur family, ur friends don t belive in u. U re the only person who should belive in u. Now i feel like i m ready to destroy the dancefloor and the speakers. (no joke, i realy fucked a pair of speakers at a bday, and they were the speakers of another DJ friend, but dat s another story xD). I m done to make and mix music. Thnx a lot for the video, you have just confirmed many theories and thaugh me some things. Everybody should hear what u said ! U have a new sub, much lav ! 💜 Rel 😋✌️
@djk2290
@djk2290 Жыл бұрын
About 6 years ago, I started dj with a (a gift) Pioneer ddj wego and a dell laptop and I used virtual dj a set of 2 15s for about $200.
@dj_terrazzo
@dj_terrazzo Жыл бұрын
WELL SAID!!! Empty clubs = great practice. Love the musis first.
@padawanbennekinDE
@padawanbennekinDE Жыл бұрын
Thanx a lot ... soo cool to hv a road map. Awsome. Im a bit to old to go the whole way. But dosent matter to me. I made singing and playing guitar for years. Now I start a complete new career. I will see how far it goes. Thanx for the inspiration.
@Lycan_24_7
@Lycan_24_7 Жыл бұрын
Hit the nail on the head!!!! Minus the social media part this is how I got out there 20 years ago on turntables. Getting back in the game, figuring out these controllers 😂
@kandacewalker8410
@kandacewalker8410 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Cee B.. so thankful to you for sharing all this good stuff. I have been djing for over 10yrs, self taught and hence missed lots of tips and tricks and of course, the process! So am busy sorting out my files, and ability, getting my content organised and out-there. Thanks. Amazing advice.
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