So yesterday, I spent four hours familiarizing myself with the type of dj equipment that I'll find in clubs and at festivals around the world, because, yes, I will be an international DJ (a little morning manifesting here 😊).
And, I did pretty well actually for my first time. It helped that I have a dj controller (Pioneer DDJ-400) and a couple of less expo "CDJs" media players (Pioneer XDJ-700s) l, but there were still some little things I'd like to adjust that I have to dig deeper into the manuals to sort out.
Still, it was so much fun! And Grove Studios is so reasonably priced that I know for sure, I'll be back anytime I have a big set coming up, just for the practice.
Plus, we found a hole in the wall Morracan restaurant that was delicious!
I always say that I have a million dreams and if I realize a thousand of them, I'm still ahead of the curve. That said, realizing them requires putting in the work to make them happen.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, with a few exceptions due to life events, I have done something related to DJing or making music every week.
This year, my entire focus is getting in front of live people on a regular basis. Mostly in clubs and less (but not entirely ruled out) mobile. I have the equipment for mobile, but I'm 63 years old and live and store my equipment on the second floor of my building. Carrying that stuff up and down stairs and in and out of venues is hard. I do it. But, it's tough and it's not sustainable. Carrying a USB stick or a laptop and controller in is much, much easier 🤣🤣🤣.
Be forewarned that bringing my whole set up will add to the price of any mobile gig.