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Originally posted by Sykonee I'm surprised at the reaction of such promotional websites. Didn't everyone know that to be a successful DJ, you need better PR skills than technical skills?

I know it. But I just can't believe it.

Skills don't really seem to matter anymore, it's more about networking and knowing the right people.

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Originally posted by djxtension I know it. But I just can't believe it. Skills don't really seem to matter anymore, it's more about networking and knowing the right people.

Oh that has always been the case. Actually, it's a pretty fitting description for most stuff in life.

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Hmm interesting thread, I actually like it.

I am one of those DJs with a website (unfortunately no 3rd person bio, awwww) but I mainly wanted it for webspace as you can't get shit for free on the net, and after 10 years of being into the the scene and most of that DJing, I thought I might aswell make a site, plus I like to create things, be it music, pictures, furniture, and yes even websites, so I decided to make one, if you don't like it, you can always add me to your ignore list, but like most people have said, you gotta start somewhere, and I like to visit various "small" djs websites and download there mixes, some of these DJs have sets that are very refreshing and great to listen to, and if it wasn't for them, I would be stuck listening to the same stations over and over and also the same DJs mixing very similar tracks.

I'm sorry but mine will be staying, infact its even about to get an upgrade, har

EDIT: oh yea, before anyone else says anything I know I need to get rid of that first screen when you enter the site....WTF was I thinking

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Originally posted by djxtension I know it. But I just can't believe it. Skills don't really seem to matter anymore, it's more about networking and knowing the right people.

Welcome to the real world.

The bigger piece of evidence is that more and more people have their own sites these days. YOu can't stop people, whether you want to read the site is another matter but it never bothers me these days because I just don't want to read the amateur dj sites. You could'nt stop the bedroom dj trend anyway if you wanted, so I guess it is here for now.

i'll definetly wait till i have the resources and content to make a USEFUL website :P

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Originally posted by idoru Welcome to the real world.

I've been in the real world for a very long time. Heck, I even have my own website!

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Originally posted by Cynical I love how they write their own 'up their own arse' biography, speaking in the third person and then put it on their website.

i recommend the enMass bio, it's a good read

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For Randy Boyer and Eric Tadla, Techno/Trance Experts, Producers and Founders of EnMass, music is more than just a sound — it is a feeling, meaning and movement. EnMass symbolizes the meaning of "all together, as one", encompassing production, development, original compositions, live appearances, and love of the industry. Randy Boyer, AKA DJ RaNpage, and Eric Tadla, AKA DJ Sonar, are a production/development team primarily ocusing on progressive dance music. For the past three years, EnMass has composed successful remixes and original productions played in nightclubs and radio stations all over the world. With the combined experience and dedication in the production realm, EnMass can bring a new meaning to the world of music and dance with their cutting edge styles and trend setting beats. Brought together while Boyer was working at a downtown Hartford hotspot, an admiring fan - Eric Tadla - submitted his MIX CD. Impressed by Talda's mixing skills and fresh sounds, Boyer invited the aspiring artist over to record an original composition. Several weeks after their spontaneous collaboration their first record was born: "Not so lonely," which to this day remains one of their favorite productions. EnMass comes packed with a combined 25 years of musical experience and expertise. Musical Recognition: In April 2004 Ultra records signed EnMass's remix to "As The Rush Comes" by Motorcycle. It was also featured on Johnny Budz's mix CD "Hit Factory", which came out in the summer of 2004 through Tommy Boy Records. EnMass, with its latest single CQ (Seek You), signed to A State of Trance Record Label, will be released in October 2004. This track is also featured on Armin van Buuren's latest mix cd "Universal religion 2004" live from Ibiza. This singles current success has given Armin van Buuren, Gabriel & Dresden, Markus Schulz and many other world wide DJs the opportunity to spin one of the most highly anticipated tracks of the year. With Boyer and Tadla's dedication to their careers in production and music, it will only take them further down the road in the growing industry. "We have intimate knowledge of the trance/progressive industry," says Randy Boyer, co-founder of EnMass. "Our job is to educate industry moguls, stimulate fans, and reach all possible levels of music evolution - all while bringing everyone 'EnMass.'" Always being the style leaders and tastemakers, finding the missing link in the music industry and bringing it to light, EnMass continues to help design and develop the next generation of global, progressive dance music. About Randy Boyer (DJ RaNpage): For the past 10 years, New England's ears have been tuned into the sounds spun by one of its own. Massachusetts native Randy Boyer, AKA DJ RaNpage, is a veteran of the game, audibly assaulting his audiences with a progressive approach to dance music that has earned him numerous accolades and much national respect. By consistently bringing new and cutting edge sounds to Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York, Boyer's ever growing and faithful following is a true testament to his ability to move the crowd. Currently, Boyer holds residencies at Rain Night Club in downtown Springfield, MA. His success on the club front has given him the opportunity to expand his listening audience through the medium of radio. Boyer hosts/produces his own radio program, "BUZZ," on WKSS (KISS) 95.7, Clear Channel's largest CT station, with a wattage of 50,000+ running throughout CT and into the surrounding states, every Saturday night and Sunday morning. BUZZ features a unique blend of music showcasing A State Of Trance. Boyer has also taken his love and expertise of music to the production realm. Outfitted with his own production studio, he has created a reputation that is 7 years and growing strong. With numerous successful singles for music moguls at Def Jam, Arista, Tommy Boy, Metropolitan, Ultra, Cetacean, MOB (London) and Armada Music, Boyer is rapidly becoming a household name in the world of dance music. About Eric Tadla (DJ Sonar): Poland native and expert pianist, Eric Tadla, DJ Sonar, has been involved with music since age 5. Tadla's musical gift was discovered by one of his instructors when he started playing piano with no formal training in kindergarten. From that point on Tadla developed deeper into his passion of music through composing and mastering the timeless classical music. At the age of 13 Eric moved to America. From classical he progressed to other forms of music particularly jazz. In college Tadla performed in the jazz band while studying music education, making his own versions of the traditional compositions then moving on to electronic music. His first introduction to electronic music was the music of Jean Michel Jarre who continues to influence many of his compositions. Knowing his heart was always in performance and composition, he left his teaching position and met Boyer and the rest is history. Recently after teaming up with Boyer, Eric started to focus more on the production aspect of the industry in the electronic/progressive trance genre. He continually analyzes the works of all today's big names like Paul van Dyk, BT, Josh Gabriel & Dave Dresden, and incorporates the elements into a hybrid of what is becoming the new sound of future trance music.

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^^^^^ yeah that's great hahaha

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Originally posted by Dj_Irish quote: Originally posted by djxtension I know it. But I just can't believe it. Skills don't really seem to matter anymore, it's more about networking and knowing the right people. Oh that has always been the case. Actually, it's a pretty fitting description for most stuff in life.

Hey man! I remember a set you did on XTC Radio (I beleive) from like ... uhh, I have no clue, probably 2001. It was so good that I ripped two songs. That was when I was supreme nuber and I didn't know any artists besides major dj's.

'002_DJ Irish - Assorted Trance Volume 9 - (trim 1)' Opening, Echomen - Substance
'002_DJ Irish - Assorted Trance Volume 9 - (trim 2)' somewhere near end, Aly & Fila - Eye of Horus (Ronski Speed Remix)

But yea, this was when I didn't know any producers. I actually had great emotion for it music then, and trance/house was kind of an open realm where anything could go (yet now there have been some unruly yet unspoken requirements on how your song has to sound to be accepted).
It's kind of funny, as i'm typing this, the Echomen tune vocals are saying something about music being a dream, and wake up to something like a nightmare of this world. Too bad I can't understand what he is saying, i'm sure it's real valuable.

After I picked up the hobby of mixing (about 3 months ago), things became more business anf factual to me. Keeping it short without providing examples, things have become very business like to me, and that takes out every drop of feeling for the music I had, it just turned me into an android and I rarely ever get that rush of getting lost in a tune as often as I used to :/ faceless and emotionless ego/name boosting objects to me now, I hope to God I can change it back to what it used to be..


As far as that quote, my Dad said that once. He told me it's not what you know in life, it's who you know. I'll leave it here

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Last edited by Leon on Jan-27-2005 at 15:38