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DJ Resources – Guides for DJs

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Every guide a DJ needs — from first controller to headline sets.

DJ Resources

Your Growth Roadmaps

Curated learning journeys — each step links to a full guide.

DJ Growth Journey

From bedroom to headliner

5 phases · ~40 min read · 6–18 months

  1. 1
    Foundation Learn DJ basics & pick your gear
  2. 2
    Sound Identity Build & organise your music library
  3. 3
    Differentiation Add exclusive tracks nobody else plays
    Browse exclusive tracks
  4. 4
    Market Entry Create demo mix & EPK, get first gig
  5. 5
    Growth Build fanbase, brand & DJ career

Outcome A professional DJ career with a unique, recognizable sound

Artist Release Journey

From idea to streaming release

5 phases · ~40 min read · 4–12 weeks

  1. 1
    Concept Define genre, references & song vision
  2. 2
    Creation Hire producer or buy exclusive track
    Buy exclusive track
  3. 3
    Finalisation Mix, master & artwork
  4. 4
    Release Distribution, metadata & release strategy
  5. 5
    Promotion Playlists, social content & ads

Outcome A professional release on all streaming platforms under your name

Track Creation Journey

From brief to release-ready track

4 phases · ~32 min read · 1–4 weeks

  1. 1
    Need Understand ghost production & your options
  2. 2
    Decision Exclusive track vs custom — choose your path
    Browse tracks or start brief
  3. 3
    Production Brief, demos, revisions & final delivery
  4. 4
    Usage Release, perform & build your brand with it

Outcome A professional, release-ready track fully owned and credited to you

Release & Grow as an Artist

From DJ to recording artist

6 phases · ~48 min read · 3–6 months

  1. 1
    Artist Identity Define your sound, positioning & references
  2. 2
    Original Music Get exclusive tracks or commission custom music
    Browse exclusive tracks
  3. 3
    Release Prep Vocals, mix/master & artwork
  4. 4
    Release Distribution, metadata & release planning
  5. 5
    Promotion Social content, playlists & paid promotion
  6. 6
    Fanbase Growth Brand consistency, content & audience building

Outcome Your own music released, a growing fanbase, and a full artist identity

76 Guides
7 Categories

Getting Started

From zero to your first mix

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Learn to DJ – Complete Beginner Guide How to Start DJing – First Steps How Long Does It Take to Learn to DJ? How to DJ at Home – Setup and Practice Guide How to Practice DJing Daily – Routine for Improvement How to DJ Your First Party – Beginner Tips DJ Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Equipment & Software

Controllers, CDJs, software & gear

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What Do You Need to DJ? – Equipment List Best DJ Controller for Beginners 2026 Best DJ Software – Rekordbox, Serato, Traktor Rekordbox vs Serato – Which Is Better? Best DJ Headphones for Beginners Best DJ Controllers 2026 – Comparison How to Export from Rekordbox – USB for CDJ CDJ vs Controller – What to Use Best Laptop for DJing 2026 – Buyer's Guide Rekordbox Beginner Guide – Set Up and Start DJing Serato DJ Beginner Guide – Get Started Fast How to Prepare a USB Drive for CDJ – Step-by-Step Best DJ Setup for Home Practice 2026

Skills & Technique

Mixing, phrasing & technique

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How to Beatmatch – DJ Beatmatching Guide DJ Mixing Basics – Blending Tracks How to Transition Between Songs – DJ Transitions DJ Phrasing Explained – Song Structure Best DJ Transition Techniques How to Build a DJ Set List What BPM for House Music? – Tempo Guide Harmonic Mixing Guide for DJs – Camelot Wheel Explained How to Read the Crowd as a DJ – Complete Guide Energy Flow in DJ Sets – How to Build and Drop Creative DJ Tricks for Live Sets How to Fix Bad DJ Transitions – Common Mistakes

Music & Library

Tracks, libraries & licensing

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Ghost Production for DJs – Custom Tracks for Your Brand Exclusive Tracks for DJs | Unique Music DJ Edits and Bootlegs – Custom Edits for Your Sets Where to Get Exclusive Music as a DJ – Tips & Options Custom DJ Intro – Professional Intro Production Professional DJ Drops – Voice Drops & Tags How to Get More Music for DJ Sets – Tips & Services How to Stand Out as a DJ – Music That Sets You Apart How to Get Signed as a DJ – Music & Strategy How to Get Your First DJ Gig – Tips & Music Where to Get Music for DJing – Legal Sources Best Record Pools for DJs 2026 What Is a Record Pool? – DJ Music Explained How to Get DJ Music – Build Your Library Unique DJ Tracks – Stand Out With Exclusives How to Get Into a DJ Pool DJ Music Licensing – Legal Use How DJs Find New Music – Sources and Strategies How to Organize Your DJ Library – Rekordbox & Serato Best Audio File Formats for DJing – WAV, AIFF, MP3 How to Edit Tracks for DJ Sets – DJ Edits Guide DJ Playlist Preparation Guide – Set Planning

Exclusive Music

Ghost production, custom edits & white labels

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Ghost Producer for DJs – How It Works Custom DJ Tracks – Order Music Made for Your Sets Where to Get Exclusive Music as a DJ – Complete Guide Custom DJ Edits – Get Professional Edits Made

Gigs & Booking

Booking, fees & promotion

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How to Get DJ Gigs – Book More Events How to Promote Yourself as a DJ DJ Demo Mix Tips – Make a Standout Demo What Is a DJ EPK? – Electronic Press Kit How to Contact Promoters – Get DJ Bookings DJ Booking Tips – Land More Gigs How to DJ Weddings – Tips and Music How to Stream DJ Sets – Online Gigs DJ Social Media Tips – Grow Followers

Career & Growth

Brand, income & the next level

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How to Build a DJ Career How to Get a DJ Residency How Much Do DJs Earn? – DJ Income DJ Branding Tips – Build Your DJ Brand How to Get DJ Gigs Without Followers – Strategy Guide How to Build a DJ Fanbase – From Zero to Loyal Audience How DJs Get Famous – The Real Path to Success DJ Fees Guide – What to Charge as a DJ How to Build Your DJ Brand Identity
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