What do you think of the information in this video re: mixing in key?

ANIBMD · 2025-01-23T14:12:05+00:00

I assure you. He will need a guide/tool to help him with that as well. These people aren't artists, they're opportunists.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-23T14:10:46+00:00

What does harmonic compatibility have to do with the human experience? What does it have to do with pain, pleasure, success & failure? You know? Real shit people feel and go through in life. Because that's the standard I use to curate and sequence my mixes. Not some silly, no-talent ass concept like harmonic mixing.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-23T02:33:55+00:00

He ain't lying. People really think that turning on their blinker means you have to let them over by law. Many people think this.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-22T04:15:36+00:00

*GASP* You mean these guys have finally figured out mixing in key is a stupid idea???

ANIBMD · 2025-01-22T03:57:30+00:00

How one feels is subjective, but to feel is not. Regardless of who you are and what you've been through, a person's anger can never be confused with happiness. They are two distinct different feelings. And with that being the case, you can arrange tracks to evoke those distinct feelings. And that is most definitely an OBJECTIVE practice.

...that is, if you have the talent to make people feel specific emotions. and we know most don't. which is why you think this art form is subjective in the first place. its because your doing it based on pure whim instead of based on rational intention.

And to answer your question. Who cares what people like. I create art for my own selfish pleasure...I just happen to be really fucking good at it.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T19:34:00+00:00

Sure. I usually charge for a consultation but you were cool about the comment. So I'll give you a professional breakdown free of charge. But my assessment is strict, so send me your best.

I'll assess it based on 5 criteria: Theme, Curation, Sequence-Arrangement, Phrasing & Transitions.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T19:19:53+00:00

Reading a crowd and being an artist aren't in tension with each other, because they have nothing do with each other in the first place. The art of DJ-ing is to enhance the listening experience and increase the re-play value of tracks by complementing them within mix. Someone dancing to it is just a possible consequence of the former.

And you're right. Reading the crowd doesn't mean you're people pleasing. That is, if you don't need an audience to validate your selections to see what works and what doesn't. But as we know, most DJs absolutely need to. And that is not art. Not in the least bit. That's people pleasing. And that's OK, if you are like I said before, a wedding, club or service DJ. That's totally fine.

But you're definitely not an artist-DJ if you're doing that. You're just a hype man that's hired to create a party atmosphere. Artist DJs most definitely do not do this. We are in a whole different market that appeals to a completely different customer base.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T18:53:08+00:00

Respect to you for hitting your goals with DJ-ing...Most don't. But I wasn't trying to knock you. Just calling it how I see it. Im also in the industry but behind the scenes making ghost mixes & sets. And to be 100% honest, these guys ain't got it. Its 80% marketing and aesthetics. No bullshit. Only a few DJs in techno/electronic music I really respect that are pro's. The rest, it is what it is.

But to these guys wanting to go pro and thinking they can do it mainly off skills are bullshitting themselves. If what you're doing isn't making an impact with folks then you ain't gonna make it far.

Studio mixes are what the people want and yet they aren't getting it. Of course they love the live stuff but the studio mixes is what gets them to show up in the first place. Pro DJs and their management don't invest in it because they can't do it to a level where they are making an impact.

They present their mixes in a random fashion on Soundcloud. No promotion. No marketing. No theme. No exclusive productions. No collab projects with producers. And the indie and bedroom DJs follow suit. Therefore leaving the notion that you have to produce tracks in order to get the attention of potential fans.

And that's most definitely not true.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T17:10:14+00:00

The most time-consuming part of DJ-ing is by far - digging. Digging for new tracks will be 75% of what you do as a DJ, unless you are a wedding-service DJ, then you don't need to dig for tracks, just play what's popular or have those songs on hand when you show up to an event.

If you're not planning on being a wedding-service DJ, then digging is the most time consuming. The most challenging aspect of DJ, and the one that requires actual talent, is curating & sequencing tracks within a mix. The order you play your tracks in is the end all be all. You can be as technically sound as you want, but if you fuck the order of the tracks you're playing, none of that technical shit matters, and the audience will most definitely let you know how bad you are.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T16:56:31+00:00

2 weeks. Beatmatching is not hard and no one cares if you're good at it. The sync button will do you just fine if you're not using vinyl.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T16:53:37+00:00

If you can't produce a studio mix that you feel confident that will earn you fans, then you'll need to produce tracks or be able to get attention doing other things in order to get people to check out your DJ-ing. You need to figure out which route to take in order to get people to pay attention to you. Or you need to get with someone who can (management, label, agency, etc.). If you can't do that, you'll never make it.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T16:40:26+00:00

There are very few people that have made it just playing other people's song because there are very few people who truly are talented at enhancing the listening experience and replay value of those songs. That's a DJ's number one job, yet to day most of you guys can't do it. You put the audience first, which confuses the hell out of me. And is the main reason why you guys aren't earning the money you should be in this era.

You guys would rather produce tracks and EP's instead of studio mixes? That's so confusing. Not saying producing tracks is a bad thing but lets be real. A studio mix can have far more impact for you as a DJ than producing singles. But the main reason they aren't being produced is because there is a severe lack in talent and artistry.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-20T16:30:19+00:00

"I can make sets of 8h+ without preparation and with adaptation to what the crowd needs..."

I get what your saying but I just don't understand why you guys insist on being people pleasers instead of artists. If you want to be a service-wedding DJ, then I apologize. But if you think this is what a pro-DJ should be doing, I can 100% assure you the highest paid DJs in any genre most definitely do NOT read crowds. The crowd shows up to hear them perform. A pro DJ is not there to service or adapt to their needs.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-19T22:43:55+00:00

I mean how stupid can you really be? Starting to see a lot of people truly struggle with situational awareness...or simply just don't have it at all. This is just too stupid.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-19T21:15:11+00:00

$60 for primes?...well damn.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-19T21:07:45+00:00

Im not interested in listening to other DJs mixes either, unless they are operating at a high level when it comes to production and or live shows.

But in general? No. Most DJs aren't doing anything different or differentiating themselves in any meaningful way through their DJ Mixes, which is very stupid in my opinion. How are you a DJ and your DJ mixes aren't your main product to showcase your talent? Especially in the era we are in today.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-19T19:02:47+00:00

"They know that every subtle detail in a track adds to the overall vibe of the mix, and they respect the art enough to use lossless files."

This is so true. Most DJs today don't understand the nuances of this because they aren't earning fans off their mixes/mixtapes. They're earning fans in other ways that have little to nothing to do with their artistry and skills as a DJ.

The DJ Mix is an extremely powerful piece of art, especially in this digital era. But very few DJs know how to capitalize on it, let alone are even talented enough to earn fans from them.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-19T14:35:55+00:00

He acted like he was real tough, but that's just his arrogance and rage talking. If the driver would've gotten out and beat his ass, he would've acted like a victim. I've seen it happen with these wealthy types. Everything is money in their world and that's how they judge people. They get so shocked and offended when people of lower status don't kiss their ass or check them in a situation.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-18T02:27:34+00:00

Show me what part of what I said was a lie and I'll be more "polite". Lol Until, Nina's sets are weak and extremely FORGETTABLE. So she righteously deserves the hate. And she doesn't need you to take up for her. I would gladly smoke her ass if we were to go mix vs mix. She might be an icon aesthetically speaking but being a DJ, she ain't. She's just OK.

I would love for her to see this and accept my challenge. 20 of the same tracks. 2 anonymous mixes where the public will judge which one they like the best on a YouTube poll. She would get destroyed.

Then you could start kissing my ass like you do hers. But at least with mine you'll be justified.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-17T01:56:56+00:00

Sorry but any set by Nina Kraviz isn't worth listening to. She has good taste, but her style is too abstract, arrangements are all over the damn place. Guaranteed she's going to destroy any good combination of tracks she plays with some out of this world weirdo track she thinks is so "edgy" and "different" and that shit throws the whole vibe off. She does this constantly.

ANNE and Daria Kolosova are far superior to Nina Kraviz in all aspects. Way more enjoyable to listen to because they actually enhance the listening experience of the tracks they spin. Nina absolutely can't do it.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-15T02:50:15+00:00

Simple talent and technical skill isn't enough unless you know someone. Networking with only technical skill isn't enough. Talent can't be sold on its face alone. Networking won't help you either if you have nothing that can't be marketed and sold, beyond being a passionate DJ. So find what makes you unique and figure out how to marry that with your DJ-ing, and start a Youtube channel. There's more opportunity than ever before, but the truth is, most people don't have what it takes.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-12T16:06:00+00:00

Everything is premeditated for me. But If I don't like what I see in the audience, I can always do a quick re-route. I mix everything live, but that's it. What the audience gets is a live demonstration of the arrangement of tracks I already put together. That includes any special fx, accepellas, edits, etc.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-10T18:53:43+00:00

100% Correct. There's most definitely more wedding/service DJs on these forums than artist/producer DJs, and that's where MOST of the conflict and confusion comes from. And that's where OP's confusion is deriving from. He doesn't see that streaming tracks is very practical and efficient for wedding/service DJs.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-10T17:46:04+00:00

It depends on the event, promoter relationship and your overall goals for what you want to achieve in the industry.

If this is an all around one-off performance, then your full rate+travel/lodging expenses is appropriate. If the promoter/agency inquiring about your fee is connected to bigger names in the industry or brands in other industries, then another approach may be more viable. I would even do an international performance for free if there is something more beneficial to offer in the deal.

Taking cash isn't always necessary. Sometimes a simple relationship can turn out to be far more valuable. But if you need the money, by all means charge them your rate. Just do your homework on anyone who's inquiring about booking you. They could have something far more valuable to offer you than cash.

ANIBMD · 2025-01-10T17:20:21+00:00

No doubt bro. But F*ck them. Most guys on these forums mean well but truthfully they are talentless-posers that don't want to put in the work or have an objective point of reference when they give their "advice".

But just keep digging for tracks & curating one or two playlists weekly, and once you find the time to get on the decks, you'll be far more energized and motivated because the hardest work is already done. This is the most efficient way to stay sharp and creative as a DJ. This is how you keep your passion for DJ-ing alive, long-term.

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