Off The Record - The DJ Podcast by Crossfader

Ep126. I Went On Tour With James Hype - Sabion Paid

Feb 13, 2025

Sabion Paid, a rising DJ who gained notable recognition after touring with James Hype, shares his inspiring journey in the music scene. He discusses the challenges of learning to DJ, the importance of structured education, and how serendipitous connections helped him break into the industry. Sabion details life on a DJ tour bus, the excitement of warming up for James, and his strategies for navigating set planning and performance. His story emphasizes persistence, adaptability, and the value of authentic relationships in music.

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Quick takeaways

Sabion Paid's journey illustrates the importance of persistence and taking opportunities, which can lead to unexpected professional relationships in the DJ industry.

Touring with James Hype allowed Sabion to develop crucial skills in set planning and audience engagement, highlighting the adaptability needed in live performances.

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Journey into DJing

A passion for DJing began when the guest attended an event at the XL Center in London, where they were exposed to house music and the DJing experience. Although no one in their family had a musical background, they felt an immediate attraction to the DJ lifestyle and began researching the necessary equipment and software after being inspired. Their first purchase was a budget-friendly Numark Mixtrack Pro 3 controller, which enabled them to grasp the fundamentals of DJing. They furthered their skills by enrolling in a structured course with Crossfader, emphasizing the importance of a clear learning path to avoid being overwhelmed by the vast amount of information available.

Intro

2min

Navigating the DJing Landscape: From Equipment Choices to Learning Paths

2min

Navigating the DJ Journey

6min

The Journey of a Budding DJ

13min

Navigating Music Aspirations: Balance and Authenticity

4min

We speak to Sabion Paid, who has risen through the ranks quickly!From learning to DJ with Crossfader to supporting James Hype, this is a story about persistence and taking opportunities.Follow Sabion: https://www.instagram.com/sabionpaid/🚨

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro – Meeting Sabian on tour

01:10 How Sabian discovered DJing

02:45 Learning DJing through Crossfader

05:00 First controller and early struggles

08:50 Connecting with James Hype

12:40 Call of Duty opportunity

15:30 Helping James Hype’s live shows

18:45 Filming and assisting live streams

22:00 Transitioning to DJing on tour

25:10 First warm-up set for James

29:00 Opening every Get Closer show

32:50 Life on a DJ tour bus

36:15 DJing challenges and set planning

40:20 How opening for James helped

45:30 Plans for 2025 and beyond

50:10 Advice for new DJs

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