Getting Started as a DJ and Choosing Music Genres

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Are you just getting started as a DJ and are confused by all the different music genres and unsure which genre you should focus on, then this video covers everything you'll need to understanding music genres, picking a genre and also a tip so you can play every music genre like a boss!!

[merryprankster]

I'm a lover of all genres & that's my thing. As long as it's good & underground I'm playing it. Like you said a quality DJ should be able to DJ all genres! All my favourite DJs aren't bound by 1 genre & can mix them altogether!

[andreycvetkov]

Fantastic video, fantastic channel and fantastic presenter/teacher! Very inspiring!

I have used to produce EDM back in school, but then dropped it and started to play guitar. Now I am 42 and a gave my 10-year old son a very simple beginner DJ controller. Instead of him spinning jog wheels, I've got stoked on EDM and DJ'ing again. So I have started to learn how to DJ and I really like it. At this moment DJing for my is just for fun and is a creative outlet. I don't even think that I will ever play to the public even in a small club, because I think that I cannot compete with the younger boys and girls. So I just play and mix whatever EDM I liked and still like - DnB, Big room and techno.

[Bboytk]

Because of you and your channel I’ve learned so much. I became a bedroom Dj and used different types of controllers with rekordbox and serato and now I’m using CDJs! It’s been I would say two years that I’ve been watching your videos. Im not signed up for your school but the videos itself taught me so much! And because of this I’m playing at a venue this Saturday at 12am opening up for the headliner! 🎉🎉🎉 and I’ll be on YouTube live ^^ once again ty so much for your help! I really appreciate all your time and efforts for us all to become DJs. Dreams do come true 🎉

[ronaldtrump]

Just purchase your club dj course can’t wait to get started.

[djpapakuma]

Great stuff, Andrew! In the mid-late 2000s, I taught myself how to DJ and played Psy-Trance in clubs and Festivals, but life got busy with family, so I stopped. Last year I bought a controller and have been following you for a while, so I signed up for your complete package in April and working through it. I'm learning so much and loving it! Thank you!! ❤ ps. I'm a bit of a personal development nerd, so I definitely vibe with those videos of yours.

[sleneshady]

If you want to dj and be really good. Get this course. You won't regret it. In a small amount of time you will be playing your favourite tunes and if you want to play live, it has all you need. You won't find better and more giving than Andrew. The materials are for life, and you can keep learning from him as you develop. He is a real-life changer. Thanks Andrew 🎉 ps yes pls let's hear about the scar. I loved the last personal video and all the spiritual stuff that helps you get out of your head and into the decks.

[tobyjacob]

Mate, I've been watching your videos for the last few hours and I love the way you break things down and explain simply. I'm subscribing! Keep up the great work mate! I'll be taking your course pretty soon. Kudos! Greetings from PNG!

[ameya]

i love what u said about practicing mixing other genres andrew, i’ve played at college parties a few times where they only want hip hop and 2000s pop hits even though i’m an underground house and tech house lover at heart. needless to say it taught me a lot in its own way haha. love your videos as always man ❤

[lisalichney]

I’m loving your course! I’m so grateful for gracious offerings 🙏🏼💕

[TheGaryinWales]

I started the course last year after years of wanting to get into DJing and it was a life changer. I've DJ'd at parties, weddings and outdoor events since then and am having a blast! Thanks Andrew and the Club Ready DJ community.

[RiddimKingdom]

I’m a bass DJ. I’m known for my hard bass sets, but I’m such a massive lover of ALL music that I’ve also played house sets, disco and hip hop. I also think you learn a lot of different mixing skills learning to mix different genres. Arguably progressive, melodic house is VERY easy to mix and doesn’t take a huge amount of mixing skill (I realise it’s about the journey and story) but very vocal hip hop and rnb tracks require fast thinking, prep work and clever mixing techniques… this is what I’ve learned along the way

[M-fejzf]

Love to see the enthusiasm and passion ! Thanks for the video mate

[alvinsellors]

Nice to see you back doing a video Andrew 👍

[mgoad]

If your interested in djing look no further this is the course for you Andrew's passion for djing and teaching others shows in all his videos. I love how he throws out scenarios of things that can happen or go wrong this definatly comes from experience and knowledge. I'm new in the course but once you start you get addicted. I'm a truck driver and don't have much hometime to practice and I'm still lacking on my gear but when I do get home I'm wrapped up in practicing my mixes. I'm having to break old habits of mixing to quick or not waiting for the right part of the prasing to mix at . But what I've learned from the course is amazing. I definitely like that if I have a question I can ask the community and I've read tons of good things there to questions I didn't even ask. The awesome thing is that you can work thru the course at your own pace which with my work situation means slower than I would like. This course is awesome and by listening to other students mixes I've definitely been inspired to up my game . Thanks andrew appreciate you and this course ❤️

[rasmuseberley]

love your videos!
I like being able to turn off subtitles as i end up reading them even when im trying not to, i feel distracted by them
thanks for the effort you put into these videos!

[ChristopherHealy-ujxy]

For anyone considering buying the course, I really can't recommend it highly enough! YouTube videos are great but you will surprise yourself with how quickly you improve with a more structured approach. The Club Ready Tribe / community aspect is something you really won't find anywhere else and it's really valuable. Also Andrew, I'd be keen to hear about that scar! I've got a couple myself that all come with interesting lessons and stories so it'd be great to hear yours.

[theaverageguy]

I started out just the way you lay it ouy now. 1 genere was not enough. I did play Club, House, Techno, Psy and so on.

To point this out in a different way. Its just like learning 5 or more languages at the same time. You might master 1 genere and not the next, and this feeling might make you feel you not want to play or need a break.

I 100% support what Andrew are saying here. And a small tip from me Tech House might be a good genere to start with.

I find it much easier to mix Tech House over Techno or Dance music with vocals.

I started out the wrong way. But now after 1 year i know how to mix many generes with comfort. So thre are a benefit to mix many styels to.

Thanks aginn Andrew for a nother great video. Please keep it up i love your work.

[konanhuet]

hell yeah aprtiboi at 2:00

That man is so expiring

[stephaam_music]

Cool Cool! Nice Video! You're getting closer to 100k subs. Keep up the good work man! 💪

[iNSOMNiATi]

I'll be attending Future Forest this year! I'll be sure to tune in to Pachelles set Saturday 🇨🇦