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Over the years, I’ve reviewed a lot of studio monitors, and of all the DJ and studio gear that I review, monitors are among the trickiest because it’s unusually challenging to be objective about them. I once thought that a lab full of the right equipment might be the ticket to objectivity with monitor evaluation, [...] The post Blown Away: Focal Alpha 80 Evo Monitors [Review] appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

The debut album from the GRAMMY-nominated, British singer and songwriter is among the standout LPs of the year. British singer-songwriter HAYLA has emerged as a powerhouse in global dance music, earning a GRAMMY nomination and collaborating with top artists like John Summit, Kx5 (deadmau5 & Kaskade), and Kygo. Best known for her commanding voice and [...] The post HAYLA Impresses With Debut Album, ‘DUSK’ appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

With a Unique Re-Release, Dave Clarke Celebrates 30 Years of Landmark Techno Music As one of techno’s longest-running and most-respected DJ/artists, Dave Clarke has earned plenty of accolades over the years. Ever since he released the first of his three Red series EPs in 1994 and his Archive One album in 1996, genre-lovers have held [...] The post Dave Clarke: Marking a Milestone [Interview] appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Quite a few products come with lofty claims of being ‘the future of DJing’ and so on. But the new djay app for Meta Quest feels like it might be a taste of where things are headed in the world of DJing. Video Review: There have been a handful of attempts at getting DJing into […]View the full article

Enjoy the November 2024 edition of “Behind the Wedding Music,” a resource to help build wedding playlists for DJs. Each month we will highlight new songs and include a line of song lyrics, a description of the song’s emotional profile, and a few fun facts — designed to help you advise a wedding couple if [...] The post 10 Brand-New Songs for Your November Wedding Playlist appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

This month’s Playback column features two reviews: AlphaTheta euphonia and Sensaphonics dB Check Pro. This month’s Playback column features two reviews. Minnesota’s DJ Deets handles AlphaTheta’s new rotary mixer – the euphonia. Meanwhile Colorado’s Wesley King tests out Sensaphonics’ sound-level analyzer – the dB Check Pro. AlphaTheta euphonia If you look around the DJ market, [...] The post Rotary Royalty & Sound-Level Solution [Review] appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

There’s a new member of Traktor’s family of modular DJ systems – the Z1 MK2. As has become the case with new Native Instruments gear, it’s a sleekly designed bit of kit and will no doubt appeal to DJs after a more unique system, especially producers looking to play around with their own tunes. It’s […] View the full article

The new Reloop Stand Hub Pro is an upgraded model that offers a 10-in-1 multimedia hub. The Reloop Stand Hub Pro has launched as the next generation of professional laptop and equipment stands, building on the success of its predecessor, the Reloop Stand Hub. This upgraded model offers a 10-in-1 multimedia hub with Power Delivery, [...] The post Reloop Stand Hub Pro: The Ultimate Tool for DJs & Creators appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

“Social media now defines what becomes a hit, and who rules social media? The community,” says CEO & founder, Giacomo Pellegrini. Fankee, the first-ever community-driven music label, has officially launched, offering a new way for fans to support their favorite artists. Founded by Giacomo Pellegrini and Dario Pozzi, Fankee allows fans to become co-owners and earn [...] The post Meet Fankee: The World’s First Community-Driven Music Label appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

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“There’s a point where a DJ needs to become a business person and not just perform for fun.” How many times have you heard, “Would you like fries with that?” Or, “You can add on early boarding for just $30 extra?” Or even, “For an extra $125, you can upgrade to a junior suite?” Clearly the [...] The post DJ Idea Sharing: Negotiating the Upsell Culture appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

AlphaTheta/Pioneer DJ have a controller for every DJ no matter your needs or budget – here's a breakdown of which one's best for you.View the full article

Native Instruments has launched the Traktor Z1 Mk2 modular DJ mixer controller and audio interface. This is the second recent modular controller from the company following on from the X1 Mk3, and comes in the same shape, size, and style, with the new-look Traktor logo, and a transparent base which changes colour depending upon how … Continued The post Traktor Z1 Mk2 Is A Next-Gen Modular Software Mixer & Audio Interface appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

A fresh electronic music pairing between EDM mainstays LSDREAM and CloZee has resulted in an explosive new mind-bending joint project, LSZEE. Consisting of L.A.-based Sami Diament (aka LSDREAM) and French-born/Denver-based Chloé Herry (aka CloZee), LSZEE is already off to a soaring start, as they’ve released their eponymous self-titled debut album. In addition to the [...] The post LSZEE: It Takes Two [Interview] appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Almost all the DJs I know out there – and that’s quite a lot, of course – use WordPress for their website foundation. I’d say that it’s 97-percent of you. This is quite normal, of course, as WordPress powers approximately 40-percent of the world’s websites, and perhaps up to 60-percent, if you count only small- [...] The post WordPress Themes for DJs: A 2025 Reboot appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Traktor Z1 MK2 delivers hands-on control of Traktor software decks, stems, and effects in a compact, modular design. Native Instruments has just launched the Traktor Z1 MK2, an upgraded version of its popular DJ mixer controller and soundcard, designed to provide high performance in a compact, portable form. With its revamped features and intuitive layout, [...] The post Native Instruments Unveils the Traktor Z1 MK2 appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Here’s something for modern mobile DJs to consider: Could it be that the ability to distinguish between “hits of the time” and “timeless hits” can make or break a set? This distinction was the focus of a recent live session we hosted here at the Digital DJ Tips school, where we explored how DJs can … Continued The post Mobile DJ Secrets: “Hits Of The Time” vs “Timeless Hits” appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

They say that the Traktor Z1 MK2 covers "the fundamentals you need to DJ with Traktor Pro 4 software, in a totally portable unit."… Read More Native Instruments Intros Traktor Z1 mk2 DJ Mixer & Sound Card View the full article

Have fun and quickly learn to DJ with this easy-to-use controller, starting right from a smartphone. AlphaTheta Corporation has unveiled the DDJ-FLX2, an intuitive DJ controller designed to make DJing accessible to everyone, from beginners to experienced users. With compatibility across multiple DJ applications and streaming services, this versatile controller lets aspiring DJs connect seamlessly [...] The post AlphaTheta Announces New Introductory Model DJ Controller, DDJ-FLX2 appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Bringing the Beats to the Paris Olympics’ Breaking Competition, DJ Fleg Takes the Art Worldwide. Until his DJ skills were broadcast worldwide this past August, Stephen Fleg wasn’t much known beyond the U.S.-born culture known as breaking (or, to civilians, breakdancing). But in that relatively insular world, Fleg had been a longtime somebody, as he’s [...] The post DJ FLEG: Breaking Big [Interview] appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

With their latest release, ColorKey is encouraging you to say “goodbye cables, hello MobilePar HEX 5.” Introducing the MobilePar HEX 5 by ColorKey – a cutting-edge, battery-powered, wireless LED PAR light designed with the needs of mobile lighting professionals in mind. With its lightweight, compact form, the MobilePar HEX 5 is ideal for transforming event [...] The post ColorKey Unveils MobilePar HEX 5: A Revolutionary Battery-Powered, Wireless LED PAR Light appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

For beginners looking to get into DJing, the options for gear to start on can be overwhelming. With so many different controllers and software platforms out there, it can be hard to know what to choose. However, the new DDJ-FLX2 from AlphaTheta may have made that crucial decision a whole lot easier. It works with […]View the full article

So you’ve just unboxed your brand new DDJ-FLX2 and you’re excited to start DJing – now what? Before you can get down to mixing, you need to get the controller set up with both your software and hardware – whether you’re using rekordbox, Serato or djay. If you’ve got no idea where to begin, we’ve […] View the full article

Learn to DJ with the AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2 So you’ve just got your hands on a shiny new DDJ-FLX2, and you’re wondering how to use it? Even if you’re completely new to DJing and have never touched a set of decks before, our complete DDJ-FLX2 beginners’ course has you covered. Through over 50 in-depth lessons, you’ll […] View the full article

This week’s DJ LIFE Mobile Monday DJ spotlight shines on DJ Gaetano of DJ Gaetano Entertainment, based out of Philadelphia, PA. Philadelphia-based mobile DJ Gaetano of DJ Gaetano Entertainment is this week’s DJ LIFE Mobile Monday spotlight. Offering award-winning and exclusive entertainment & events, DJ Gaetano Entertainment is a full-service exclusive entertainment company that specializes in [...] The post Mobile Monday DJ Spotlight: DJ Gaetano appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Ever been playing a song in a DJ set and suddenly realised you haven’t got a clue how it ends? Maybe it’s a brand new song that you just had to play despite not having had time to properly listen to and prepare it, or maybe it’s just a song you haven’t played for a … Continued The post Emergency Trick For Mixing Unfamiliar Songs [Free Lesson] appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

This remix is a testament to Summit’s ability to rework beloved tracks without sacrificing their original essence. John Summit continues to push boundaries with his latest remix of Green Velvet’s iconic track “Shake & Pop,” out now on his label Experts Only. Known for his dark, high-energy tech-house sound, Summit injects new life into the [...] The post John Summit Remixes Green Velvet’s “Shake & Pop” via Experts Only appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

From Oct. 16-20, ADE ’24 hosted more than 3,000 DJ/artists at over 1,000 events and welcomed over 500,000 global visitors, according to organizers. Amsterdam, Netherlands – Aptly dubbed “the world’s largest and most-influential club-based festival and conference for electronic music,” the Amsterdam Dance Event didn’t disappoint with its 29th edition. Delivering a jam-packed slate of [...] The post ADE ’24: Gear, Global DJs & Packed Parties appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

With recent support from Afrojack, Morgan Page, Don Diablo, and more, the breakout DJ/producer keeps the vibes high on latest original. Marc Antonix’s latest release, “Shooting Stars,” brings a fresh blend of bass house and electro-house to the electronic music scene. The instrumental track pulses with vibrant energy, carrying a sense of nostalgic wonder mixed [...] The post Marc Antonix Releases New Single, “Shooting Stars” appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

As the world’s premier music cruise, set sail in Feb. ’25 along with a top-tier lineup, boasting 70+ artists. FriendShip, world’s premier music cruise, founded by Gary Richards (aka Destructo), is returning for its fifth edition in 2025 with an epic lineup of electronic music talent. The event will take place from Feb. 21-26, 2025, [...] The post FriendShip Unveils Massive 2025 Cruise Lineup appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article