Your Own Exposedness Is Key As An Aspiring Dj/Producer

Technology continues to have a 

plundering effect on both sides of our life i.e. professionally and mentally. Advancements are following the technology for some decades now and it has also changed the scenes/view point of electronic music inside out. It also changed the way djs and producers get noticed during old days. All over the world djs/producers are struggling now a days to get their talent exposed. Everyone wants to be connected to the successful artists to have a take off in their career. Record labels are the best option in the current generation to become noticed, but it's also full of competition. The reality is that there are so many underground producers and rising dj stars. Some even send their tracks to different podcasts hosted by successful artists like Armin Van Buuren, Markus Schulz Ferry corsten. The truth is that they are receiving nearly hundreds of tracks in every 2-3 days. SO its not possible for every artist to get featured and its also a minimal exposure as an aspiring artist if you are looking to hone the world with your sound. The candidate should not sit and wait enough for his exposure of talent. The artist must go out there and should express himself/herself to get noticed.

You may think that you have performed local shows, honing your crafts for endless hours, after practicing hard by spending countless hours in the studio...you have made a great track. You believe heartly that your tune is so much better than other tunes you have heard out. Its good, actually this thought will give you confidence. But the fact is that unless you put some extra effort for the exposure of your talent it's not going to work. Yes, technology is there but it cannot replace the hustle of the current generation. You have to go beyond the comfort zone to get discovered. Technology is made for people by people. There are so much people in the current technology that it's difficult to find the exact person. So be active and creative always if you want to have a broad career. Promoters are always on the top gear as tens or 100's of dis contact them to have their own gig. In this case it's your best bet to support promoter's every event; be an eye catcher to them consistently. This may or may not lead you to booking level but it's about networking, though having social media. Networking is key here as an artist.

Its better to adjust with rejections because your chances of being rejected is maximum in the initial stage. Be normal with the word "No" and make sure you don't loose persevere. You can contact 4-5 promoters, record label owner or club owners. These places are great to have a decent expectation for your talent. Meet as many persons as possible. Never ever lower any person. Meet many promoters and reach out to them continuously until they feel nauseous about you, not your name. You have got to be creative, to make them realise about your value as a Dj and sufficient reasons to book you for the gig. It takes a great level of hard work and time. No effort means no yes. So it's better to ask promoters by going out to their places.

Always make yourself open/available to everyone. Go to the events of your preferences where you would like to play in the future, meet people out there and interact with them. Keep doing it as much as possible and make people known about you. Show your true and genuine character while developing connections with them. Slowly build the relationship and it will matter a lot in your career further. Some of them may give you a chance to show your skills and recognize your talents under a space of an exhibition/event. Isn't it a kind of promoting??? Maybe it's small (100-500 people) but it's useful.

It’s vital to remain as a humble human being in this industry and always be aware of your upgradation. Also you have to be sure about your talent and level of potential you have. You will be getting negative responses by meeting an increased number of people with the time. But you shouldn't feel down about that. At least you leave an impression upon them. Its also not bad. Remain positive, never complain about your talent, and the seat you deserve in this industry. Its like you are showing gun to everyone around you to accept you as a king. Don't try it. Patience is the key here and always respect people. People will decide where you will seat in the industry...you just need to concentrate on your side of faults. Maintain your goodness and rectify your badness.

There is no denying of the thought that djing and music production is more than just a hobby to you. You actually feel good when you pursue your hobby. You may feel the need to convert this hobby to a fully passionate and fledged career. Its a good thought. But for it you should treat your art i.e. Djing/music production both as a business. You may have a day job or any other family business/other source of income, but your approach to your art should be professional like a company's approach towards it's workers. Everything people see, hear or read about you whether in public or in the internet it builds up as a brand you present yourself to the audience as a dj or a producer. Your fb postings, your tweets, your social thoughts all these are parts of a structure of your brand.

You are meant to have fun while doing all these, if you choose to become a producer or dj. Be professional and take right steps while being workaholic with your work. You are on this ride for your own exploration.