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You are viewing the most recent 20 entries December 30th, 2009sappylilartpunk @ 07:52 pm: Yup.
 I've never really cared that much for New Year's. I can kind of take or leave most retrospectives, and I don't make resolutions. But. Something needs to change. For the better. And that's what I have about that. Maybe the world would be a better place if everyone listened to more Donovan.
noirtech @ 06:42 pm:
 So the girls really really like Dora the Explorer. They love to dance and sing to the songs. We got them Dora blankets. :)
dj_spider @ 07:32 pm: The DJ Code -- another must read
 ............ - Never undercut the competition! As bad as you want to play, the pay scale has been set for a reason, and it took a lot of time and work to get the pay scale to where its at. By undercutting the competition, in a way, you are negating what previous djs had worked so hard to achieve. At the same time, it’s also putting the thought into Club Owner’s heads that anyone can do this and that it’s ok to play for peanuts. It’s not. If the place that you want to play at is booked already, simply leave your demo with the appropriate person and keep searching. We are all in this together, DJ’ing is a culture!....
- DON’T BITE! No one likes a biter, find your style and build on it. Of course you will have your favorite djs and they will inspire you, but in order to keep this art-form progressing, you should always try and be original.....
- Like what you are playing! If you don’t like what you are playing, then it’s going to show. Figure out exactly what you want to do in this scene. If you want to be a club dj, know that you are going to be playing music that you may not necessarily like. If you can’t deal with it, then maybe you should look into being a mixtape dj or radio dj.....
- MIX MIX MIX MIX! Stop and drop only does not make you a dj…it makes you a human jukebox. Get your mixes tight and know the fundamentals behind it.....
- Don’t get stuck in 1 genre! When you play one style of music, it limits you to where you can play. The more styles of music you can play, the wider the audience and the more potential gigs you can get.....
- This is a job treat it like one. Yes djing should be fun, but it’s also a job. When you step into that booth, make sure you are focused and ready. Being lazy at your day job will get you fired, and being lazy in the club will also get you fired.....
- Be patient. You have to learn to walk before you can run, and you definitely have to know how to rock a crowd before you can really start playing out. The best approach is to do house parties, cook-outs, birthday parties, etc for free. Consider this training for the real thing. The club scene can be very hard to work in and without the proper training you can crash and burn. Make sure you are confident in your playing style, your mixing skills and your library before you start booking those bigger club gigs.....
- Be Humble. Just because you rocked one party doesn’t mean you are “NYC’s Finest”. It is difficult to work with a cocky dj, if your good, your skills will speak for themselves. ....
- Know your DJ History! Learn about the djs that have paved the way for you to now step in and become part of the culture. Whether you are trying to be a battle dj, club dj or mixtape dj…RESPECT THE ARCHITECTS! Watch videos, listen to radio shows and mixtapes, and go to their club nights and events. By doing this, you are not only expanding your knowledge, but you are also supporting the art-form.....
- I have 2 ipods and a computer…I’m ready for the club! No your not. If you try and step into a club/lounge with 2 ipods or just a computer, you are contributing to the disrespect of this art-form and culture. It is definitely a starting point, but get yourself some Turntables or CDJs and learn it the right way!....
- I’m trendy and have an insane fashion sense…I can be a dj! Fortunately, you can’t. Again, djing is an art-form and requires time and patience to learn it correctly. Just because you look good behind those decks, doesn’t mean you know how to rock a party. Of course you want to look presentable at your event, but your trendy outfit doesn’t improve your skill level.....
- Taking Requests. This is something that all djs encounter on any given night. Be respectful to the person that is asking for the request and if it’s something you can fit into your set and it makes sense, by all means play it. But if it’s random, then be nice about it and tell them it doesn’t fit. Remember, you have to play all night, so be wise in your song selections at certain times. Requests are entirely up to the dj, remember, you DON’T HAVE to play it.....
- Play hard or don’t play at all! Whether you have 5, 50, 500 or 5000…always play at a top performance level. You never know who is in the crowd and it would be a shame if you lost an opportunity because you slacked on your playing level. ....
- Always be prepared. Before you head out to your gig, double check that you have everything you need to get through your night. Make a list if you have to. Bring back up needles, Serato Records, slip mats, etc. If you are a Serato user, it’s always a good idea to bring a bag of records for those “unexpected” situations (computer crash, drink spilled on computer, etc).....
- Don’t party too hard! It’s ok to have fun while you are playing, but if you start having too much fun, and we all know what that means, it can result in you losing your crowd and potentially your gig. Be responsible. Always.....
- If you can, record your set. This is a great way to monitor your progression and to also have a live demo of your performance. You can always go back and review highlights of your set and things to possibly improve on.....
- Make good with the club staff. You have to remember, you are not only playing for the club patrons, but you are also playing for bartenders, cocktail waitresses, bouncers, etc. Try to get in good with them and sometimes play their requests (if it fits obviously). If you make good with the staff, that just secures your spot even more at the club.....
- Don’t scratch people to death! Be tasteful with your scratching. Never scratch over a verse or scratch too much in general. The club is not the place for it. People want to dance…they don’t want to hear you practice!....
- Keep it moving! If it’s a classic club banger, let it rock! But if you notice your energy level drops, keep it moving! Usually you want to play 2 verses and then switch to your next song (power set) to keep it interesting and the energy level high. ....
- GET “THE DJ” BY KRS-ONE AND DJ REVOLUTION! No need to explain, the song speaks for itself!....
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noirtech @ 03:24 pm:
I'm feeling better then I have been in the past week or so. I think I might be seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. To healthiness!
noirtech @ 02:18 pm: Subscribed to Marvel's Digital Comics
I finally decided to subscribe to Marvel's Digital Comics thanks to a great deal they sent me over email. This is going to be great for Cole and I, and it will actually save space and money. Maybe the wife will want to read them too? I won't hold my breath on that one. :P Marvel Digital ComicsTags: cole, comic books, marvel
noirtech @ 10:28 am: Castle Crashers for 560pts on XBOX LIVE Marketplace TODAY!
OH! Castle Crashers on XBOX LIVE Marketplace is only 560 points today ($7). It usually is 1200 points ($15). Highly recommended. Grab it soon. This sale is ONLY for today. Bought. Castle CrashersTags: video games, xbox
noirtech @ 09:31 am:
Dropped off Cole at his best friend's house this morning. They are going to the mountain to get some sledding in before school starts again.
noirtech @ 12:11 am:
We finished watching "Harry Potter & the Half-Blood Prince" tonight. Great but thought too much was cut. Hopefully the last one will not be.
December 29th, 2009sappylilartpunk @ 07:33 pm: Quote.
 "Caring is scary. Equal parts possibility and pain. Here's to daring to do it with a whole and open heart. Hi." -Jonah Matranga
noirtech @ 12:38 pm:
Damn. Looks like YouTube is blocking my Modulate-sklfk video in the US & Mexico due to possible copyright issues. Working with them on this.
noirtech @ 11:12 am:
You know how sometimes you wake up with a song already in your head? Well for the past 2 days it's been "Just Dance" by Lady GaGa. Help me.
noirtech @ 10:10 am:
"8 Games Explained to My 89-Year-Old Grandmother " http://ping.fm/HSF6l
noirtech @ 12:11 am:
We didn't make it through family movie night. Will have to continue later. Tonight's movie was "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince".
December 28th, 2009noirtech @ 09:02 pm:
 http://ping.fm/p/cdRQb - 12/28/09: The first rule of Baby Fight Club is, you do NOT talk about Baby Fight Club.
jayyy @ 06:31 pm: Its the 3rd eye pyramid in every direction and dimension simultaneously.
 I drew an "impossible object" today while the internet was down:  It's impossible in all dimensions. And there's a J in the center. And it's fun to stare at. 707z! pc&lv, j Current Mood:  cheerful Current Music: doodles dj_spider @ 09:16 pm: Thank you!
 Thank you all for coming to brunch on Sunday! I had a fabulous time and I loved hearing the house filled with laughter, giggles and joy! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!! Tags: holidaze, thanks
noirtech @ 04:20 pm:
Sinus infection. Fantastic. Just what I wanted for Christmas. Thank you bad Santa. Now blood works to figure out this fatigue thing.
noirtech @ 03:29 pm:
At the doctor's. Waiting...waiting...waiting... .
noirtech @ 01:53 pm: The All-American Rejects "When the World Comes Down" CD for Cole.
Cole has been asking for The All-American Rejects "When the World Comes Down" CD for sometime now. Saw it on sale at Target during the weekend and got it for him as an extra present. :) I've been listening to it today on the iPod. It's actually pretty damn good. When The World Comes Down  Tags: cd, cole, gift, music
noirtech @ 12:28 pm:
Doctor appointment later this afternoon. So tired of being sick. Seems like I have been sick for 1/2 of 2009. So ready to start 2010.
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