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Summary: In response to "Floyds Garage, 'punk rocker'"
Review: "All I can say is that this is so ridiculous. I read this book at the library and I couldn't stop laughing. So DJs have talant? It takes years to master the 'art' of playing a record? Listen to me and listen well, you want respect, girls, and money? Let the losers be DJs. Musicians with talant do just that, make music, with instruments. Go buy a guitar.
This book had some elementary basics on sound levels and accoustics, but clubs have people to do that while your setting up your band, so what's the point?"
First of all, most people who dj have had (lots of) experience in music before djing. Secondly, many djs produce the music they spin, so they're not just "playing other people's music." Thirdly , if you are a musician, you shouldn't do it for "respect, girls, or money," you should do it because you're passionate about it, want to express yourself, and you enjoy it. If djing is easy, I invite you to try it. I'm sure its much more difficult than writing 1000 of you're lame pop punk songs. Everyone went through their punk phase GET OVER IT. Theres tons more incredible music out there (arcade fire, m83, shpongle, the black keys, nathan fake, howard hello, pinback, mars volta, the secret machines, the fiery furnaces, etc.). Try writing music and doing something creative rather than reproducing the same punk songs we've heard a million times before. I dj...but I also play the guitar, and write tons of (electronic and nonelectronic) music.
Anyone who thinks djing isn't creative, or that it doesn't require skill is very wrong. Its easy to do badly, but difficult (just as any instrument) to do well. Floyd, I hope that felt good. You just got destroyed.
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Summary: Ha ha ha ha ha!!!
Review: All I can say is that this is so ridiculous. I read this book at the library and I couldn't stop laughing. So DJs have talant? It takes years to master the 'art' of playing a record? Listen to me and listen well, you want respect, girls, and money? Let the losers be DJs. Musicians with talant do just that, make music, with instruments. Go buy a guitar.This book had some elementary basics on sound levels and accoustics, but clubs have people to do that while your setting up your band, so what's the point?
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Summary: very readable
Review: great book! From those just getting into this great hobby/profession, to those who want to regain their stoke in mixing, this book covers all bases in a way that's really simple to understand. Very thorough and well written. Their 'Last Night a DJ Saved my Life" is even better for different reasons (probably the best book I've ever read).
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Summary: DJing Right: The Definitive Guide!
Review: I have to say, I searched for this book since april (when it was originally supposed to have been released) until I found it the other day... It was amazing, just as I had hoped... Really covers a broad range of topics, from basic mixing and beatmatching to producing your own tracks and shopping them to labels, or releasing them yourself... Written with plenty of humor and tips from some of the biggest names on the scene today, this book is sure to please the novice and advanced DJ alike... Comes highly reccomended, and if you were a fan of "Last Night a DJ Saved My Life" then this book is absolutely essential!
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Summary: This book rocks!
Review: I just recently started taking DJ classes, and this book has been tremendous help. Historically, the barriers to entry have been a bit high in the DJ field, often leaving beginners like myself wondering where to start: what equipment do I need? what are the fundamentals I have to work on? The book fills this gap, providing a comprehensive guide on equipment, techniques, online resources and the general nature of the industry in a very clear format. I've browsed through other books on this subject (a rather limited selection) and none of them come close in terms of breadth and quality. The book hits on a lot of key points and has an encouraging tone, balanced out by a bit of sarcastic humor. For instance, it notes the likely frustrations from trying a new technique (yes, everyone stinks in the beginning), but this just requires practice, practice, practice. The book has also been right on the mark about how most people in the field, from experienced DJs to record store operators, are quite helpful. Even when I pass the beginner stage, it will surely be a useful reference well into the future.
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Summary: Great read, rocks my monkey sock
Review: I read this book. Life is better. LIVE FOR ALLAH! GhalY GhalY GhalY GhalY GhalY! Omri is such cheese, DUDE!
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Summary: I wish I had this book when I started...
Review: I've been mixing for more than two years now, and I wish I had this book when I started. I've also saved myself countless more years of future experience, just by reading these pages. I recomend it to anybody who wants to be a DJ. I also STRONGLY recommend anybody who wants to be a DJ to buy the Intellect DVD (search for it on Amazon). Happy mixing! :-D
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Summary: Everything I learned about DJing on the Internet in a book!
Review: If you're at all remotely interested in learning how to DJ, you should definitely pick up this book. The information in this book took me about 5 to 6 months to find on the Internet, browsing and posting forums, and reading websites. It begins by discussing the DJ's philosophy, an important place for any beginner (or music lover!) to understand what DJing is about. The book thoroughly explains the various pieces of DJ equipment, which tends to be the most confusing aspect for most beginners. The techniques and terms of mixing songs together are clearly explained and illustrated. Scratching and some basic scratch techniques are discussed but not to an elaborate degree. The final aspects of the book are related to the all-important "dancefloor connection" and the music industry itself. This book concisely organizes all the information you would typically find from DJ message boards and websites. It's low price tag and informative, utilitarian layout are enough to make it a must buy for anyone wishing to become more involved in the DJ scene!
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Summary: Best DJ Book EVER!
Review: Simply the BEST. If you're a DJ and don't own this book, you're probably a terrible DJ. BUY THYIS BOOK!!!
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Summary: An excellent look into the art of dj'ing!
Review: This book is a very insightful look into the world of the old and modern dj. His/her art, techniques, and some basic tips are covered in it. This is the DJ bible, and i greatly reccommend this to any stuggling DJ. Have fun with it!
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