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This week on the Grow My DJ Business Podcast, Cream & Gary discuss:

• Having a clear identity as a DJ and establishing a specific genre or style is crucial for success.
• Parties that cater to a specific genre or style are currently more successful than open format rooms.
• DJs should showcase their identity on social media and in their mixes to attract the right audience.
• Playing high-energy music from the start is important to engage the crowd and create a lively atmosphere.
• Clean mixing, music selection, and executing the requirements of a specific gig are essential skills for new DJs. Clean mixing and music selection are fundamental skills for DJs.
• Having a good ear for music and taste is essential for success as a DJ.
• Balancing both nightlife and private events can be challenging but can also provide valuable experience.
• Cassette tapes are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, particularly among younger generations.

00:00: Introduction and Catching Up
02:30: Recapping Recent Gigs
05:30: Genre Specific Parties
09:09: The Challenges of Being an Open Format DJ
11:57: Establishing DJ Identity and Venue Identity
18:07: Showcasing DJ Identity on Social Media
22:19: The Basics of DJing for New DJs
26:26: The Importance of Clean Mixing and Music Selection
32:50: Mastering the Basics: Clean Mixing and Music Selection
39:16: Balancing Nightlife and Private Events
47:55: The Resurgence of Cassette Tapes

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