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Off The Record - The DJ Podcast by Crossfader

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Nov 30, 2023 • 30min

Ep82. The Tech House Scene EXPOSED - DJ & Producer Chapter & Verse

World-famous tech house DJ, Chapter & Verse, shares insights on his fascinating career including playing in Ibiza, clearing samples with major artists, building a fan base on social media, developing a signature sound, the journey of a DJ, and the importance of hard work in the music industry.
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Nov 23, 2023 • 47min

Ep.81 - 5 Red Flags To Avoid In The DJ Industry

DJ industry red flags, controversial pre-recorded sets, approaching event promoters, DJ Sub Focus songs analysis, tips for warming up the dance floor, pros and cons of opening/closing events, Black Friday sale promotion.
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Nov 16, 2023 • 50min

Ep.80 These 5 DJ Drills will get you out of your comfort zone

This podcast explores 5 DJ drills to improve practice, when to leave a DJ residency, the controversy surrounding DJ rankings, the impact of streaming on DJing, and struggles faced by DJs in club settings. They also discuss track rankings and preferences and announce an upcoming Black Friday sale on DJ courses.
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Nov 9, 2023 • 49min

Ep.79 - DJ S.K.T: The Essential Guide to Making it in the Music Industry

In this week's episode, we dive deep into the world of DJ S.K.T, a renowned DJ/Producer in the UK club scene. From his massive hit "Take Me Away", which rocked the Official UK Chart Top 20 in 2015, to receiving BPI 'silver' certification for 200,000 sales, DJ S.K.T has made some big moves in the music industry. DJ S.K.T has performed at some of the biggest festivals around the world, including Creamfields, Glastonbury, and We Are FSTVL. As well as holding down residencies in Ibiza & Kiss FM. His signature style has earned him respect and recognition worldwide, landing releases on iconic labels like Defected, Toolroom, Ministry of Sound, and many more. Follow S.K.T - https://www.instagram.com/djskt/ https://www.tiktok.com/@djskt/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/05z4P0nQO00HG5WeErugd0?si=7aNGlYT1S8qUfzw0LQm2uw 🚨Website & DJ Courses🚨 ⁠https://wearecrossfader.co.uk/⁠ For 20% Off Use Code: OFFTHERECORD
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Nov 9, 2023 • 39min

Ep. 73 You won’t be a successful DJ without these 7 Skills

The podcast covers topics such as DJ skills, attending an inspiring talk by Stephen Bartlett, dealing with annoying clubgoers, ranking favorite teenage songs, casual conversations and nostalgia, and favorite songs and artists.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 50min

Ep.78 We speak to Mixcloud, Inflyte and 1001 Tracklists

In this entertaining podcast, Nico, CEO & Founder of Mixcloud, shares how DJs can use Mixcloud to grow their fanbase. Paul, founder of Inflyte, discusses the challenges of promo delivery for DJs and the impact of GDPR on promotional emails. Evan, CEO of 1001 Tracklists, talks about future plans for their platform and the importance of user contributions. Overall, the podcast offers valuable insights into the DJ industry and the role of these platforms.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 56min

Ep.77 From local DJ to 84 Million Streams by age 22 - TEEDEE (Special Guest)

Teedee, a DJ who went from local gigs to 84 million streams by age 22, discusses his rise to success, starting from DJing at age 16. He gained major label interest after a viral video and has since built a global audience. Teamed up with Bugzy Malone for a UK Top 10 track with 50 million Spotify streams. Has a major record deal, plans to release music with top house producers, and has launched his own label and events company.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 59min

Ep.76 - " DJing isn't a career choice if you want to make loads of money " ANNABEL Special Guest

Annabel, an experienced DJ, shares her journey of persistence and authenticity in building her brand. Topics include DJing on Twitch, the challenges of the industry, the importance of social media, and the reality of making money as a DJ. The hosts also discuss the game Crossway, finding favorite tracks, travel experiences, and the benefits of working independently.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 45min

Ep.75 - How We Helped This DJ Achieve His Dream Residency: A Success Story

A DJ shares their experience of landing a residency at a major club with the help of the podcast hosts. They discuss the importance of embracing the unpredictable nature of DJing and learning from failures. The podcast also covers topics such as building a portfolio, networking, and the stress involved in being booked for a main stage gig. The DJ's preparation for their first residency is discussed, including concerns about music genre and seeking advice. The podcast ends with the DJ sharing their journey of gaining confidence and receiving praise from renowned DJs.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 32min

Ep 74. How a Rookie DJ Performed at Tomorrowland and landed Major Brand Deals (Coco - Special Guest)

Coco Bevan, a singer turned DJ, shares her journey from music to DJing, discussing the difficulties and opportunities she encountered along the way. She emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and talks about her aims going forward, including releasing songs in different genres, creating more DJ content, and performing more gigs.

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