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Performing as A DJ with RayDizz

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RayDizz is one of Zimbabwe's leading DJs and performers who has graced the stages of The Ministry of Sound, Marquee Las Vegas, Big Brother Africa, Vic Falls Carnival, HIFA and opened up for some of Africa's biggest stars. In this conversation he shares his advice on how young DJs can get started in the industry, build a brand, what equipment to use and where to legally source music. 4:45 How To prepare for a set 11:40 What are tone and pitch plays when DJ’ing 12:35 What equipment a new DJ needs Controllers versus CDJs 16:18 Reinvesting in equipment and the need to budget 21:20 The importance of management and booking agents 23:50 The viability of collaborations 27:20 RayDizz advice for upcoming DJs 37:05 How to get on a show promoter’s radar 40:40 The importance of YouTube as a teaching and promotional tool 39:55 The use of Record Pools and other legal purchasing platforms
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RayDizz is one of Zimbabwe's leading DJs and performers who has graced the stages of The Ministry of Sound, Marquee Las Vegas, Big Brother Africa, Vic Falls Carnival, HIFA and opened up for some of Africa's biggest stars. In this conversation he shares his advice on how young DJs can get started in the industry, build a brand, what equipment to use and where to legally source music. 4:45 How To prepare for a set 11:40 What are tone and pitch plays when DJ’ing 12:35 What equipment a new DJ needs Controllers versus CDJs 16:18 Reinvesting in equipment and the need to budget 21:20 The importance of management and booking agents 23:50 The viability of collaborations 27:20 RayDizz advice for upcoming DJs 37:05 How to get on a show promoter’s radar 40:40 The importance of YouTube as a teaching and promotional tool 39:55 The use of Record Pools and other legal purchasing platforms
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