DJ 101 

As someone who runs parties as well as plays at them this my best advice to anyone new or old DJ.

1. Make a Dj page 
2. Make a Mix (1hr at least) 
3. Be genuine, try use content that is ‘truly you
4. Go to a party that has similar taste in music that you have 
5. Check the parties socials and message them, tell them that you’re coming that weekend
6. Go to the party
7. Meet the team 
8. Have some fun 
9. Offer to help out – pack up the party, set up for the next on, whatever they might need 
10. Post about the party, tag their page, the other people there etc 
11. Message the same person, tell them how much enjoyed being at the last party 
12. Send them a mix 
13. Remind the person who you sent the mix a week later about your interest – they are busy.. a reminder will go a long way trust me. 

It’s important to also keep a positive mindset, in these situations sometimes you have you to the little bits extra to get noticed, it might seem tough at first, but if music truly is your passion then heading to those parties and helping pack down should be a walk in the park

I’ve gone to plenty of parties on my own in new towns / places where I hadn’t met anyone yet and I’d be lying to say it was ‘the most fun’ but I slowly made more friends and those first parties really proved to me how much I must love music to be able to get out of my own comfort zone.

I have played for Sunday Service loads, and I have been there a bunch of times.

I’d also suggest always asking to be booked in person, trust me it’s the best way to get noticed and makes for a great way to break through any sensitivities you might have about approaching people who run events. Asking to play at someone’s party might not be a great conversation starter, however, seeing how your both into music, there are plenty of topics you can start with, such as, how did your gig at Good Bar go?

I went to Sunday Service religiously, but it wasn’t until I asked to play that I was able to be booked regularly, this means even when you are going to a party every week, it doesn’t mean you will be invited to play, you should ask. 

Also, be grateful and always, always thank them for having you on. 

Much Love, 

Jassy xx