Recently I have been thinking about starting up a DJ agency. In part because I am currently pissed off with the one I am signed to at the moment and most of my gigs now come through my connections that I have made and are nothing to do with the agency yet they still charge for using me (I gotta stop writing such long sentences...)
Initially this agency would just provide another chance for DJs to put their contact information and give them a chance to promote themselves to their local clubs etc. The plan would be for you guys to be able to say here is my agency... you get the picture.
With regards to money, there would be no question of me taking any payments or anything as I would be using the site for the above reason myself and nothing else. At this stage it is purely intended to be used for promotional purposes.
I can not guarantee any bookings as a result of this site but on the other hand what have you got to loose?
In short it's basically a list of TA DJs (and a few others) and a little about them, picture and how to contact them etc.
I have to be firm on this though and say that initially I am only looking for DJs who play out at the moment for the main part of the agency but I will be looking to create an up and coming section so that the younger guys can get in on the action.
In other words if you are interested it doesn't matter what level you play at, as long as we feel that you are able to hold your own then I will have a place for you on the site.
What do we need from you?
Initially all we need from you is a demo mix. Just PM me a link with your mix and who you are and I will give it a listen. To make my life a little easier I would also appreciate that you tell me in the PM the minutes when you are mixing. Not because I can't tell, but given the volume of mixes so far I can't listen to the whole thing but will listen enough to get the feel. Another thing to remember is that it doesn't have to be a full CD. 40 minutes is enough but if you want to do more it will be greatfully recieved.
Once you get accepted?
A contact e-mail address.
A contact number (optional but will help you more if you do)
A picture of you (Needen't be of you DJing but has to show your face clearly.
Your current top 10 tracks (Needs to be updated at the beggining of every month.
A list of places you have played (Mandatory if you qualify for the agency part, optional for the up and coming part).
A small Bio that talks about your influences and how long you have been DJing and anything else you feel we need to know.
Types of music you play.
The format you use.
Just so you know... you don't have to play trance to get on this.
I'm looking for all sorts of DJs and am looking for a healthy representation on all styles of music.
In time I will also be looking for producers and eventually also looking at hosting a weekly online radio show where we feature a DJ from the agencies mix.
Later on I hope to be able to offer domain e-mails etc. to you guys too.
Just a few things I have planned for the near future.
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Ok guys, I have thrown down the gauntlet on this and would be interested in hearing what you have to say about it.
All contructive comments welcome, if on the other hand you just want to gloat or flame then take your bad self somewhere else.
Sounds like a great idea man! Maybe in another year or two I'll be up to snuff to get into the "up and comming" section. Hope it all goes well for you Nem, let me know if you need any help with the technical side of the site, more than willing to help you out mate.
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Feb-18-2004 15:07
DJ Lazy
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Awesome idea man.. As you know from our past PM's I ain't playing out yet, but I would love to possibly get on the "up and comers" list. I really hope this works out for you man. I will send you the initial info whenever you want to start receiving it. But I will totally support you as far as I can...
Cheers
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Feb-18-2004 17:03
Nemesis44
ZZZZZzzzzzz.....
Registered: Aug 2003
Location: Brighton
Hey thanks guys,
Your support is greatly appreciated.
Hey prod, submit it anyways dude, you never know how I will hear it.
That's a great F*cking idea !
Unfortunatly I'm still a bedroom DJ and It'll stay like for a while, someday hopefully soon I'll be able to say >> I'm ready to play out .
otherwise I'd send you a Demo Mix specially because of YOU, the great Nen who has always been there to help me (all the TAs) out.
I wish you the best !
Please let me know when bedroom djs(with skills) are welcome .
Good Luck
Cogito, ergo sum.
Your imagination is only the beginning
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Feb-18-2004 17:48
`pr0digy
Supreme tranceaddict
Registered: Sep 2003
Location: Philadelphia
quote:
Originally posted by Nemesis44
Hey thanks guys,
Your support is greatly appreciated.
Hey prod, submit it anyways dude, you never know how I will hear it.
Cheers
Nem
Heh, I'll have to make one. How long would you like it ? I can't say I've been mixing very long, but hell, might as well give it a try
P.S. Nem you rock
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Feb-18-2004 17:59
Nemesis44
ZZZZZzzzzzz.....
Registered: Aug 2003
Location: Brighton
Hmmm think I better re-phrase myself.
Ok folks,
Looks like I didn't make myself understood properly with the up and coming part.
What I basically want is for the Bedroom DJs to submit their stuff to me to be in the 'up and coming' section. If I think you got something then I will encourage you to flaunt it plain and simple.
There are so many good DJs who just don't get the exposure these days due to other DJs who are too scared to give the young guys a go. On the other hand there is also a lot of crap out there.
As some of you already know, I am happy to listen to mixes and tell you what I think about them and what you might want to do with it etc. All submissions will be met with a positive attitude. And if I don't accept you the first time, what you have to learn about this business is that it's persistance as much as anything.
Excellent idea Nem, I think if this ends up being a long-term thing (which it sounds like it is) then it should be stickied.
Feb-19-2004 00:20
Boomer187
Spicy Hotdog
Registered: Aug 2001
Location: USA
great idea man.
Once i can dedicate more time to mixing regularly I will send ya a mix. Just this damn masters thesis eats up free time like no other.
hope all goes well.
Feb-19-2004 00:45
ScratchMaster
tranceaddict
Registered: Feb 2002
Location: From Where Nobody Speaks The Language I Do
Great idea Nem.
If only there were more around like you.
Just had one question though.
Are you looking for people only from England or anywhere?
Cause I'm on the other side of the globe....so I was just curious.
Feb-19-2004 08:39
Nemesis44
ZZZZZzzzzzz.....
Registered: Aug 2003
Location: Brighton
quote:
Originally posted by ScratchMaster
Great idea Nem.
If only there were more around like you.
Just had one question though.
Are you looking for people only from England or anywhere?
Cause I'm on the other side of the globe....so I was just curious.
All over mate... I think 'International DJ Agency' has a nice ring to it don't you?
The plan is that I want to showcase as many TA DJs as possible. There are a lot of dedicated DJs here and I get the same feeling from a lot of them. I the DJ business is very hard to get a break in and very often most promoters will say "Have you played out before?", my plan is to give the DJ some backing even if it's minimal by saying that I'm with these guys.
As I said before, it's not about the money, but it is all about front.
Anyone from any nation is most welcome to submit a mix.
Cheers
Nem
PS
Getting some good mixes so for from people. Keep 'em coming and I will do my best to try and respond to you in good time.
