DJ Khaled is Suffering From Success

So I today's post isn't so much my thoughts as yours. I want your thoughts on this folks. How about the new DJ Khaled album, "Suffering From Success"? I'm not so concerned about the music this time as I am about the concept. Here is a guy who has come face to face with some of life's deepest pain. What do we do when we're thriving in our careers, the fridge is full, and we can't even here the sound of doubt over the sound of our cash? Well, we put on our mink coats and gold rings and with our head our hands... we cry. Success is rough, being a DJ is even rougher. It's a tough life. The hood no longer good. The crew that I once knew only makes me feel more blue and the things i used to do don't even feel true. I'm suffering from success baby, how 'bout choo?

House DJ's

House music is a growing trend across America and across the world. It begin in Chicago in the 80's and quickly caught on with it's minimalistic beats and hot dances. It's very chic. Some would even say it was too hot too handle. The more this style caught on, the hotter things got! Watch out cus you're next! It's impossible to be a DJ these days without being familiar with house music. It's won the hearts of others and yours might be next! Watch out ya toolios!

Be sure to head to a club this weekend that's servin' up a healthy dose of house and hotness! Till next time!

DJ, It's Ok To Cry

Something i think we've all been thinking about lately is that stoic stereotype that the DJ is to often slapped with. Just cus you're a DJ doesn't mean you don't feel like the rest of us, am i right? I went to  a wedding one time and the DJ was playing some sick mixes, but i started feeling sick as a sat there and watched him. He looked so emotionless as sat there and played such sick mixes! I ended up in the hospital that night. Turns out my appendix had burst and that was causing me to see the world in a strange way. But still, all i'm saying is... DJ, it's OK to cry.

Turntable's and DJ's

I know what you're thinking, "these darned dj's are taking over the world with their rap music and turntables? where did the orchestras and big bands go, and what ever happened to Bob Hope?" Well maybe you're right, but maybe you're dead wrong. In a recent study it was revealed that Bob Hope had a series of albums as DJ. Here is one of the pics of his favorite turntable that he called "Mother."

So there you have it. The class of the big band era and the comedy of Bob Hope weren't just for the past generation. DJ Hope was a man who transcended time, technology, and trends. Peace!

New Study Finds DJ's CAN Make You Fall In Love

Is it just me, or has this whole DJ trend got you fallin' in love again? I can't think of the last time i felt this way and i'm not saying it's love, but it sure as heck feels like love. Thanks to Usher and this whole "pop music" thing, i'm feeling better about life and love 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Thanks Ush!

Amazing DJs are Hard to Find!

Much like any skill or talent, many people can be ok or even good, but few can be amazing. When searching for an amazing dj, consider a few things...

1. Word-of-mouth feedback
2. Live performances
3. Personal experience
4. Online reviews

These are just a few of the ways to find an amazing DJ near you. You can also visit a bunch of clubs and bars and check out the local DJs who are performing in your town. Here's a great routine by DJ Craze to get you excited:

Uniqueness of DJs in Maryland

There is something unique to be said about DJs in Maryland that cannot be said about DJs in other parts of the country. That is, their need and ability to entertain all types of musical tastes and backgrounds. You see, as a DJ in MD you're dealing with quite a large geographical area including Annapolis, Baltimore, Washington DC, and parts of Virginia.

So, how does one cater to a club that wants old soulful house, and a party that wants current pop and 90's throwback hip hop, and still a wedding with a wide range in tastes on its own all within the same week? Well, while the answer seems wide and encompassing, it's really not. The simple truth is that if you truly understand your tools (turntables) and truly understand how music works and you know your music quite well then you've got half of it down right there. The other half consists of learning the psychology of crowds so you can adapt on the fly and keep the party going as well as timing and song selection.

There are literally THOUSANDS of DJs in the DC-metro area, though unfortunately, the DJs who have the full package described above are rare. Extremely rare. So, when choosing a DJ for your party, wedding, private event, puppy's first bath, etc., make sure you consider those factors and if you can find a DJ that can do all of that, you're in good hands.