When people talk about what makes a great DJ, the conversation usually revolves around mixing skills, track selection, crowd reading, or scratching. And yeah—those are important. But after DJing a few years and meeting hundreds of DJs, here is what I’ve observed: It’s the stuff off the decks that separates a good DJ from a […]
Back in the ’50s and ’60s, DJs weren’t who you’d picture behind a club booth—they were mostly radio guys. Headphones were crucial even then, mainly for monitoring the broadcast, cueing up vinyl, and chatting with engineers behind the glass. These weren’t the sleek cans we rock today—just big, clunky mono headphones doing the job. Fast […]
A Digital Revolution in DJing The world of DJing is undergoing a profound transformation, and nowhere is this more evident than in the United Arab Emirates. In 2025, the DJ scene is no longer confined to clubs, festivals, or radio stations. Thanks to rapidly advancing technology and increasing accessibility, a new generation of music creators […]
Over the years of being a DJ and music production hobbyist, I have used, loved, and hated a wide variety of gear. I’ve owned turntables, CDJs, DJ controllers, all-in-one systems, headphones, MIDI keyboards, surface controllers, studio monitors, and countless other bits and pieces. If it was designed for DJs or producers, chances are I’ve owned […]
Back in the day—when you were probably 18 or 19—you’d haul half of your vinyl record collection to every gig. That meant loading up literal crates of records into your car, not to mention your Technics 1200s, Vestax mixer, speakers, cables, and everything else. Then you’d arrive at the venue only to realize that one […]
On February 15th, we hosted the much-anticipated “Breaking into the Music Industry” workshop, and we are thrilled to report that it was a resounding success! The event brought together aspiring musicians, producers, and industry professionals for an insightful and engaging session aimed at equipping attendees with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the competitive […]
