How to use Zoom: Tips for Teachers & Working From Home Whether you’re working from home, teaching remote classes, webinars or running regular meetings; Zoom is an incredibly powerful conference tool that’s capable of much more than simple face-to-face video meetings. Thanks to COVID-19, more people than ever are teaching remotely and working from home, […]
How To Record A Podcast In Audacity: A Beginners Guide So you’ve finally decided to start a podcast: You’ve got all the podcasting equipment you need, and now it’s finally time to actually hit record. If you’re new to audio recording, this can be a daunting task to wrap your head around. Thankfully, Audacity offers […]
Podcast Equipment: The 3 Things You Can’t Do Without! If you’ve been putting off starting a podcast, there’s no better time than now to turn your ideas into fruition! But there’s probably one question sitting front and center of your mind, and that’s “what equipment do I need?”. Assuming you’re new to recording, a quick […]
Live Streaming: The Ultimate Guide To Streaming DJ Sets Live Streaming DJ Set Why Live Stream Who else is doing it? Avoiding Copyright Issues Best Platforms for Live Streaming Making money from streaming How to connect your DJ Controller for live streaming Equipment Checklist TRS to TRRS Adapter or Audio Interface Cables Tripod/Mounting System Streaming […]
The 10 Best USB Microphones For Your Computer (PC & Mac) in 2021 If you’re looking for a desktop USB Microphone for your PC or Mac, it can be easy to find yourself overwhelmed by the vast amount of options. No two USB Microphones are the same, so there are a few things you’ll need […]
5 Ways DJs Can Take Advantage Of Social Distancing Nobody could have predicted the unprecedented times that we are currently facing. If you’re in the events, music, or DJ industry, you’re probably feeling the brunt of it right now. With countries all over the world facing complete lockdowns and social distancing, and almost every event […]
The Worlds Highest Paid DJs & Electronic Acts (TOP 15) Since 2012, Forbes Magazine has been running an annual list, revealing the highest-paid DJs and electronic acts for each year. Featuring all your favourite EDM acts that have been dominating the industry over the last few years including; David Guetta, Calvin Harris, Martin Garrix, and […]
What is the Best Drum Machine? (DJ City Buyers Guide) After several years languishing in the shadows, thanks to the rise of digital audio workstations (DAW’s) and software-based production methods, classic hardware drum machines, samplers and grooveboxes have seen a massive comeback recently. However, with significant variation when it comes to features and price points, […]
What Are The 5 Best In Ear Monitors For Musicians, Producers & DJs (2020) In-Ear Monitors, IEMs or Earbuds are portable, compact, and lightweight units. Used by musicians, producers, DJs and audiophiles alike for both listening, DJing and studio mixing. As well as being the perfect portable monitoring system if you’re on the go and […]
What are the BEST Studio Headphones for MIXING & RECORDING in 2021? Whether you’re recording, mixing, or mastering, Studio Headphones play an important role in the music-making process. Delivering a super-accurate frequency response for your mix, as well as sound isolation during recording. But with so many options at your fingertips, it can be hard […]
Numark is continually innovating new technologies within the DJ industry; offering a wide range of products that advances the experience of DJs at every level. Seamlessly combining the feeling of classic hardware with revolutionary and cutting-edge capabilties. Now, taking it one step further with the Numark Mix Academy tutorials! Whether its the renowned entry-level PartyMix […]
Who are the BEST Australian DJs!? TOP 20 List A number of Australian DJs are currently making waves all across the globe. Having a prominent influence on the DJ scene as well as re-defining and re-imagining entire genres. With a thriving DJ and club scene and several homegrown successes, it’s hard to crown the best […]
5 Cheap Microphones You’ll Love For Under $100 If you’re new to audio recording, you’re probably just starting to build the foundations of your home studio. Or maybe you’re just looking to add a recording microphone to your pre-existing setup. Whatever the case, with so many important pieces of equipment you need to cover; often […]
How Do You Remove Vocals from a Song? Removing vocals from a song is one of the oldest and most common questions amongst artists in music production, DJs and karaoke lovers all over the world. And, it’s a question that doesn’t have a clean-cut answer or a perfect result. But in saying that, there are […]
Who Are The Best Hip Hop Producers of all time? Top 20 List Hip-hop history began in the 1970s in the Bronx, New York City. But before there were studio-bound hip-hop producers; DJs such as Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, and Grandmaster Flash solely used Turntables to create loops, breaks, beats, and scratches. Then, innovative samplers […]
How To Make Music – 2021 Beginners Guide to Music Production How do you make music? If you’ve been thinking about getting into music production, you’ve probably got no idea where to start. Maybe you’ve heard the term DAW being thrown around, or maybe you’ve just seen your friend jam out on their equipment. You’re […]
NAMM 2020 – Top 10 New Product Releases NAMM 2020! Running from Thursday, January 16th to Sunday, January 19th; the annual Winter NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) brings over 100 thousand people to the Anaheim Convention Center in California. A candy store for anyone involved in the music industry, NAMM 2020 has seen […]
The 5 Best Websites To Find FREE Acapellas Whether you’re a music producer or a DJ, if you’re working on a mashup of your favourite tracks; creating an unofficial remix to expose your creative flair to the world; looking to add some depth with vocal samples; or scratch vocal cuts into the hook of your […]
How To Mashup Songs (Using Free or Paid DAW Software) We showed you how to make a mixtape. But what if there was a secret weapon to turning your already-great mixtapes into something even more original and memorable? We’re talking about mashups! But not everyone knows how to use free or paid DAW software in […]
The Best Music Streaming Service or App for 2021 For the majority of music fans, the days of having to buy all your favourite albums are over. Although we’ve seen an incredible resurgence in vinyl, especially among audiophiles; the future of music listening lies firmly in the hands of streaming services. Giving you access to […]
What Are The Best Studio Monitors – A DJ City Beginners Buying Guide Why do you need to ensure you get the best studio monitors? Picture this: You’ve spent hours in your room or home studio working on a killer new track. You might have spent even longer fine-tuning and tweaking the mix to get […]
The 5 Most Common DJ Fails & How To Avoid Them – A Beginner’s Guide Whether you’re a beginner gearing up for your first ever DJ set, a resident at the cities biggest nightclub, or you’re a seasoned professional who regularly headlines festivals. There’s nothing worse than falling victim to simple DJ fails that can […]
How To Make A Mixtape & Get Hired As A DJ – DJ City 2024 Guide Preparing a quality mixtape is vital for getting hired as a DJ. It represents you, your style, and the kind of DJ you’re aspiring to be. Almost acts as the musical equivalent of your business card. So, how do […]
The Best Laptop For Music Production and DJing – A 2024 DJ City Guide For years, the choice of laptop for music production, DJing, and any creative application for that matter has been dominated by Apple. From the DJ booth to the studio, the renowned Apple Macbook has become synonymous with professional audio applications. Although […]
Technics SL1210 MK7 vs Reloop RP8000 MK2 Originally launched in 1972, The Technics 1200 series became one of the most popular turntables ever, among audiophiles and DJs alike. Amassing over 3 million sales, the original Technics 1200’s are widely regarded as the most durable and reliable turntables ever produced. Mentioned in countless hit songs and […]
What Is Sidechaining? – How and When to use Sidechain Compression If you’re just getting started with music production, chances are you’ve heard the terms compression and sidechaining being thrown around. Compression is one of the most popular tools in both production and live performances. So whether it be House, Pop, or Hip Hop Music, […]
What Are The Best DJ Controllers? Jump to: | Best Beginner Choice | Best Premium Choice | Best Pocket Controller | Cheap DJ Controller/Best Value With technology continuing to advance, the typical DJ setup has changed exponentially over the last few decades, and more and more DJ’s are turning to DJ Controllers. Catapulting to the […]
How To Copyright Music If you’re creating and putting out music, it’s only natural as an artist to want to make sure your music is protected. Having ownership of your music copyright gives you the leverage, protection, and power you need if you’re making money from your songs. So, in this article, we’ll go over […]
What Are The Best DJ Headphones? Whether you’re gearing up for your first gig, or just looking to improve your setup, a good pair of DJ Headphones will go a long way. Sure, you can use any old pair of headphones or earphones with your setup; but a good pair of DJ headphones will help […]
What Is Music Therapy? As music lovers, we’re passionate about music! However, music is not only used for recreational purposes but boasts many therapeutic benefits as well. The Australian Music Therapy Association defines music therapy as a research-based practice and profession in which music is used to actively support people as they strive to improve […]
How To Clean A Record As digital technology is growing at an exponential rate, and platforms such as Spotify and Apple music are taking hold of the music industry; you’d be forgiven for presuming vinyl records were a thing of the past. However, that’s just not the case! As reported by the Rolling Stone, vinyl […]
How To Sample A Song The definition of sampling involves taking a portion, or “sample” of a song or recording, and reusing it as an element of a new recording. Typically done with a sampler such as an MPC, or digitally using your favourite DAW accompanied by a MIDI controller such as the popular MPK […]
Start A Podcast: The Ultimate Guide To Podcasts As a DJ or music producer, it’s important to keep up with the latest trends in content and digital marketing, and one of the most popular and widely consumed formats of content in 2021 is podcasts. In this article, we go through the fundamentals of podcasting, and […]
What Is The Best Audio Format for DJ’s? What is the best audio format? Which one should you be using as a DJ? These are just some of the questions that have been heavily debated since the inception of digital audio formats. But at the end of the day, the answers are completely subjective, and […]
How To Start A Record Label In today’s day and age, starting an independent label can be as easy as saying you have one. Between the internet and streaming, it’s never been easier to start a record label. Growing a successful one is another thing, and requires lots of hard work and commitment. However, being […]
5 Ways To Get Your Music Heard: A Complete Guide For 2021 If you are an up and coming artist or music producer in 2021, chances are you are responsible for marketing your own music. And if you’re reading this, you’re probably not getting the number of plays and traction on your latest release as […]
How to Remix a Song Electronic music’s evolution stems from sampling, remixing and re-editing. Stemming from DJs always wanting longer records with longer percussive passages. The phenomenon came about in both Hip Hop & House at the same time… A collective DJ discovery, fueled by the dancefloor. It was the ’70s, people were wild, the […]
What Are The Best Earplugs For Concerts? Live DJ sets offer some of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences for a DJ, but technical difficulties can stump even the most seasoned of artists. If you’ve ever questioned whether wearing earplugs at a concert is necessary, the resounding answer is yes. But which are the best […]
How To DJ – The Complete Beginner To Expert Guide In 2024 To answer the question: How to DJ? We’re going to have to figure out what a DJ does. What DJs Do The art of DJing is a skill that is gained over many many years. Before you have even decided that you want […]
What is dubstep? When did the dubstep scene develop? How do dubstep tracks differ from other electronic music? In this complete guide, we’ll answer everything you need to know about how dubstep began, what makes it special and how dubstep producers use electronic music techniques within the genre. What is Dubstep? Dubstep is a genre […]