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How to Become a DJ

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Summary: Becoming a DJ requires networking with other local DJs in the area, being familiar with the local clubs and club owners, and researching the latest trends and techniques in the music-mixing world. Take steps toward becoming a DJ with information from a professional DJ in this free video on music production.

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Cliff "DJ Hurricane" Melerine is the music production instructor at Scratch Miami. He has more than 15 years experience performing, producing and engineering music. Malerine's eclectic...read more

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"Hey, this is DJ Hurricane here in South Beach Florida. In this clip we're going to talk about how to become a DJ. That used to mean that you had a profound love of music and that you collected records and the more records you built up you eventually started for people and you became a DJ. Now days there is a lot of technology and lots of ways to collect songs out there. Number two, get out there and net work with different DJ's. There is always techniques that you can learn from other DJ's. Just being n the clubs. If you want to be a Club DJ is a good way to get your foot in the door. If you want to be a battle DJ, definitely down load and check out all the latest videos on DMC championships. People like DJ Immortal, DJ ID, K-Razor have helped me a lot here on Miami Beach. We are always sharing and helping each other with whatever the latest mix is or the latest technique is to come out. Don't forget you want to get out and meet some promoters if you want to be a club DJ. You want to get out and rub elbows in the clubs that you want to spin in. Meet the DJ's. Give them a CD. There is many ways to become a DJ but most importantly hard work and dedication and lots of practice. Keep your ear to the street. Whats coming out, what's hot and what's new. This is DJ Hurricane, South Beach."

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