Off The Record - The DJ Podcast by Crossfader Ep 131. You Can Now DJ with APPLE MUSIC
Mar 25, 2025
Apple Music is shaking up the DJ world with its integration into major DJ software, giving access to over 100 million songs. The discussion covers the implications for DJs of all levels, encouraging creativity and accessibility. Challenges of relying on streaming in live settings are also explored, alongside the evolving tech of DJ gear. The speakers reflect on personal experiences with music streaming services and the changing landscape of DJing, including concerns over market dominance and community engagement in the industry.
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Apple's Big Move
- Apple Music's integration with DJ software is a major industry shift, backed by the world's largest company.
- This signifies Apple's commitment to the DJ community and potentially future hardware/software integrations.
DJing's Rise
- DJing is rising in popularity, even with nightclub closures, indicating an evolving audience.
- Apple recognizes this growth and is investing, making it a promising industry.
Rekordbox Integration
- Rekordbox offers multiple Apple Music integration methods: laptop, mobile app, Cloud Direct Play.
- It also uniquely allows combining playlists from various streaming services.