This podcast explores the feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, the debate on playing old vs. new music as a DJ, and offers discounts on DJ courses. They discuss track energy, remix potential, and the versatility of warm-up tracks for DJs.
The Drake vs Kendrick beef sparked division in the hip-hop community with diss tracks.
Balancing classics and new music in DJ sets creates a unique experience for crowds.
DJs adapt to streaming services for music discovery, enhancing live sets with edits and remixes.
Deep dives
Rap Beef Between Drake and Kendrick Lamar
The podcast discusses the recent rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, stemming from a mention of a 'big three' including J. Cole, Kendrick, and Drake. Diss tracks were exchanged, leading to a significant response from various artists like J. Cole and Kendrick releasing diss tracks against Drake, causing division in the hip-hop community.
Playlists Choices and DJ Strategies
The episode delves into the importance of new music in DJ playlists, highlighting the challenge of balancing crowd favorites and new tracks. DJs are advised to mix recognizable classics with new hidden gems, creating a unique experience while adapting their sets to cater to diverse crowd preferences.
Evolution of Music Consumption and DJ Techniques
The podcast explores the evolution of music consumption from physical copies to streaming services, impacting DJ approaches to discovering and playing new music. DJs discuss using tools like edits and remixes to make tracks unique, enhancing live performances by experimenting with different techniques during sets.
Trends in Music Discovery and DJ Performance
Discussions center around the shifting trends in music discovery, as DJs navigate the vast availability of music through platforms like SoundCloud and Spotify. The episode emphasizes the importance of creating unique DJ sets by combining classic tracks with new edits and remixes, enhancing the audience's musical experience.
Adapting Setlists and Engaging Audiences
The podcast highlights the significance of engaging audiences through DJ set adaptations, discussing the balance between playing crowd favorites and introducing new tracks. DJ strategies like mixing recognizable classics with fresh songs and utilizing tools like vocal chops and samples enhance the audience's experience, reflecting the dynamic nature of DJ performances.