We’re Dj’s!

… but I still don’t actually know how to mix music.

Well… perhaps this video is a bit crass but its meant to make a point. A lot of examples are made of the stereotypical disc jockey, and a lot of it I have really seen in the Dj world (including using an iPod Shuffle on stage). Unfortunately Dj’s who don’t take the time to really mix, can give us other Dj’s a bad name. This goes for Dj’s in the service industry as well. Mobile Djs need to “wear many hats” and be the planner, the MC, and be the performing disc jockey and mix music whenever possible. Ironically I think it’s that last one that can be forgotten in the mobile disc jockey world.

Why mix?

When you hire a Dj, I think there is an expectation that you are hiring them as a musical talent. We mix not only because we absolutely enjoy it, but because we want to meet or beat your expectations, be worth your dime, and never be replaced by iPods or crossfading software. Below is just one fairly simple example of mixing. You’ll hear the beat from “Song 2″ by Blur and and “Whoomp! There it is” by Tag Team, mixed into “Hi Friend” by Deadmau5.

Whoomp! Blurry Mice! by Dj Lucid

Dance floors are kind of like the heartbeat of any party. Even if not everyone is dancing, having even just a few party animals rocking the hardwood changes the whole atmosphere. When your dance floor is empty, consider these options that I’ve collected, and have found work well for all sorts of different audiences. Some are a bit “different” but that’s part of the fun. If you can’t find some of the remixes I suggest, the originals are just as good!

1. Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
2. Sexyback (Billie Jean Remix) – Justin Timberlake
3. Hey Ya (Ultimix) – Outkast
4. Let it Rock – Kevin Rudolf Ft. Lil Wayne
5. I’m in Miami/LA Trick – LMFAO
6. Jump – Kriss Kross
7. Love Game – Lady Ga Ga
8. Hey Mama – Black Eyed Peas
9. Whoomp! There It Is! – Tag Team
10. This Is How We Do It – Montell Jordan
11. Atomic Dog – George Clinton
12. That’s Not My Name – The Ting Tings

Tonight our own Dj Lucid will be playing at Dirty Vinyl in Ventura. It will be an exciting evening to kick off the Halloween weekend. There will be special art installed by local artists in the theme of the season. Check it out! You can find more details in the “Events” section to the left.

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