In every DJ career it’s important to build a unique collection of DJ tracks. A unique music collection will give the variety and creativity a DJ needs in order to mix a great DJ set. Keep in mind the process of building a unique collection of DJ tracks takes time, so get yourself in a music-hunting mood and be prepared to search long and hard.
The best way to begin to categorize your DJ tracks is by using step-by-step processes. The first step to build a unique music collection is to search various sources and discover new music. This could be done daily and for a designated amount of time. Don’t have in mind an ideal sound or genre you want to have in your collection. Instead, take the time to listen to everything that comes your way.
Sourcing DJ Tracks On Social Media
Especially when using social media platforms like Twitter and SoundCloud, follow various artists and labels and treat your feed as if everything is worth a listen. Bookmark and check in on various music blogs that you’ve found content you like. DJMC has a great list of online music sources for DJ tracks if you’re having a hard time finding out where to start.
Organize Your DJ Tracks For Your Sets
The next process is to bring together all of your discoveries and sift through them to compile a shortlist of all the DJ tracks that you really enjoy. This process means that you need to take the time to listen all the way through the tracks that you’ve collected during your initial search. You could do this about once a week to keep your discovery list from becoming too large.
Make sure that the music that you’re trying to add to the shortlist are DJ tracks that you’ve taken the time to consider and possibly use for your own mixes. If you’re keeping a good amount of your discovery list after the shortlist process, then you’re probably not being selective enough. Try to make this process as picky as possible so that you’re DJ tracks align with what your needs are.
The final step in the process is when you’re DJing skills come into play. Practice with the DJ tracks that you have and figure out which style you’re trying to go for. Don’t be afraid to consider popular tracks as the track’s status has nothing to do with your mixing ability. Never forget to have fun with the process. A uniquely built music collection gives you all the necessary tools that you need and it’s definitely meant to be enjoyed.
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