How to Create a Cool DJ Logo Design for Yourself

In the past, I used to do a lot of design so I’m a little rusty at this time but I’d still like to take you through some of the process that you could use to create a DJ logo for yourself.

What we’ll be using is Photoshop but you can certainly use a program such as GIMP or an editor website like Pixlr.com to get the job done.

I’m not gonna say that this is going to be the prettiest logo design but I hope that it gets your mind going into what you’d like if you get one professionally done for your DJ business cards, flyers or whatever else you may be putting your name on.

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Becoming a DJ – When is it too old to start?

Today we have a guest post by Matt Challands, a British DJ living in Paris part of Sao Paulo Punks.

Is becoming a DJ about your age or can you become a successful DJ when you’re already over 30 or over 40 years of age?

When are you too old to think about becoming a DJ? What are the best tips and what steps do you need to take to get there?

These are the questions that I get regularly. Often, these questions come from guys and sometimes girls who dream of DJing and of making people feel good, but are concerned that their age will mean they won’t be accepted.

There is always the worry that when you’re DJing, your crowd will be full of 18-20 year olds who will judge you on your age, your looks and the tunes you play.

This can happen. In fact, anything in the world can happen. Anywhere. At any time.

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Top 3 DJ Games Worth Checking Out

Not everyone is going to be a DJ but we all can certainly act like one especially since there are DJ games available online and for our video game consoles.

DJ games are hit and miss but there are some out there, on the web and offline, which are worth checking out if you have the time.

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How to Setup a Live Streaming Video DJ Station

We’re all aware of radio stations and the fact that there are plenty online (also, podcasts) but one of the things that people love to watch is a DJ at their best. What I’m talking about is live streaming video along with learning video production to increase your promotion.

Live video is the perfect way to get people into your music and show off yourself; you can get your name and music out there. Best part? You can do it for free with the live streaming video site: UStream.

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How to Get Motivated and Inspired to Learn to DJ

Getting started with learning how to DJ can be quite a challenge because there’s the whole ‘get gear’, ‘learn to mix’ and then ‘get gigs’ thing; you’re looking at years of practice before you’re likely to even get recognized and if you’re not doing any sort of promotion you’re shit out of luck when it comes to landing a gig these days.

Here’s something you don’t hear a lot of people asking but is certainly on their mind: how can I get motivated to start DJing and stay inspired until I’m successful?

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