Show off Your Skills: 3 DJ/Remix Contests

September 6, 2009

Think you’re the next big DJ or Producer? Here are three contests that you can enter to get your name out there and win some cool prizes. Spin Out Records is holding a remix competition for Adam Shaw’s “Organyc”. The winner will receive a Vestax VCM-600. Entries must be submitted by October 1st 2009. Head […]

Look Before You Bid: Buying Used DJ Gear on eBay

August 18, 2009

Buying used DJ gear is a great way to save money. DJ gear can work for many years, even decades, if it is taken care of properly. Many people who are looking to buy used DJ gear will immediately go to eBay. eBay is a great source of used gear with new auctions popping. However, […]

The Difference Between a DJ and a Producer

August 8, 2009

People often ask me how I “make my music”. I always respond by saying that I do not produce my own music and that I only “mix” music. While the difference between a DJ and a producer may be obvious to some, it can be confusing to someone who is new to electronic dance music […]

Mixxx 1.7.0 Released

August 7, 2009

Mixxx is an open-source DJ mixing program for Windows, Mac OSX and Linux. It allows anyone with a computer to mix without spending any money. The 1.7.0 update brings customizable Midi scripting, a slew of bug fixes, and support for a wider range of Midi controllers. While I have not tried Mixxx myself, it has […]

How to Create Enhanced Audio Podcasts in Garageband

July 16, 2009

Creating an enhanced podcast with images and links will set your podcast apart from the crowd. Learn how to create your own enhanced podcast using Garageband in this video.

How to Create XML Podcast Files and Submit Your Podcast to iTunes

May 19, 2009

Many of the top DJs/Producers have a mix podcast on the iTunes store. This allows their fans to subscribe and download new episodes automatically when they are posted. Learn how to create your own podcast and submit it to the iTunes store in this video.