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If you're a DJ or producer wanting to make it in the electronic music industry, I'm here to help you. Each week I interview international DJs, Producers, Bookers, and electronic music industry experts to give you the knowledge, tools, and techniques needed to take your DJ career to the next level.

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    We are #2 in the Beatport Charts with Clubhouse Casual

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 2:09


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    #43: Deniz Everling - Build your artist profile on Beatport

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 65:47


    BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.liveThis episode is part 1 of my interviews with the team over at Beatport in Berlin. Deniz Everling is head of label relations at Beatport and in this interview, she gives you guys loads of top tips on how to grow your network and get the best out of your Beatport account. She also answers questions that you guys in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group submitted a few weeks back. Beatport will be hosting various workshops at Mixmasters Live, our new virtual summit.BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.live

    #42: Dan Stephenson - How to launch an online radio station during COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2020 96:23


    BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE SUMMIT: https://mixmasters.liveToday I chat with one of my good friends, dan Stephenson who is a digital marketing expert and a DJ himself. He uses his skills to market himself, specifically on Instagram and he’s used the COVID 19 lockdown as an opportunity to launch a brand new, digital radio station, Vibesolate FM. We talk about marketing, working from home, reading books and loads of other cool stuff that you can take tips from. Dan is also hosting a workshop at Mixmasters Live, our upcoming virtual summit to help electronic artists build a career in the music industry.

    #41: Marshall Jefferson - Eat the mushroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 76:16


    BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE SUMMIT: https://mixmasters.liveWe have a true HOUSE MUSIC LEGEND on the show today! Marshall Jefferson is one of THE pioneers of our scene and you're lucky enough to get the inside scoop on Marshall's top tips to help electronic artists. This interview was more like a laid-back chat, Marshall is one of the most humble guys I know.We talked about Barbara Streisand porno movies

    #40: Rebecca Smart-Bakken - How to go from 0 - 1000 Instagram followers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 58:12


    BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.liveRebecca Smart-Bakken is a digital marketing expert in the music industry. She helps electronic artists build a loyal tribe of fans that will support you and buy your music. We discuss many ways to grow your audience using social media tools and tactics, that you can use right now to get ahead in your own music career. You will get a great strategy to boost your Instagram followers from 0 - 1000 and also how you can then get to 10,000 followers by attending her workshop at Mixmasters Live Virtual Summit on 30th October.

    #39: Ibiza Mastermind with Roger Sanchez, DJ Mag, Neil Evans, London Sound Academy + more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 201:45


    BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.liveThis podcast was recorded at our last Ibiza villa retreat in September 2019. We invited Roger Sanchez, DJ Mag, London Sound Academy to take part in a live, round-table mastermind session to discuss career questions with our 10 retreat students. There is over 3 hours of absolute golden knowledge packed into this episode and will help any DJ or producer or anyone who works in the electronic music industry. We had beers & food and had an open discussion about all things music industry. Or was it grilling & bullshit? Enjoy

    #38: Huxley - Life after Lockdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 69:48


    Mixmasters Live (Virtual Summit): Book Your Seat HereIn my first interview after the COVID-19 lockdown, I spoke with our Mixmasters production teacher, Huxley about how he has dealt with the loss of his livelihood during the pandemic and what he's done to keep busy and occupied. Huxley talks about finding his passion for producing his own style again and why he's launching his new label.

    #37: Nightmares On Wax - The truth behind the world record DJ set at the top of a volcano

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 99:52


    Mixmasters Live (Virtual Summit): Book Your Seat HereThis was one of my favourite interviews with my Ibiza neighbour, George Everlyn, AKA DJ Ease, AKA Nightmares on Wax. We talked about the time we climbed Kilimanjaro and broke the world record for the highest DJ set and how I ruined the world record mix. George explains how Set For Love was born and how we made it a global event during the COVID-19 lockdown and raised over £80,000 for families in need around the world. We get deep and have some great banter. You may need a Yorkshire translator...

    #36: Saeed Younan - Why you should start your own record label

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 75:51


    Mixmasters Live (Virtual Summit): Book Your Seat HereWe are back for season 3 of the podcast, and have I missed you guys! This episode with Saeed Younan, the owner of Younan records was recorded back in March before the COVID-19 pandemic had properly hit. We talk about the U.S club scene, how he left Iraq to start a new life in the USA, the struggles of making a career in music and he gives his top tips for longevity. You can also submit your tracks to Saeed who is looking for fresh new talent, get the instructions from the podcast.

    #035: Mr. C - Why big data fucked the tech-house scene

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2020 67:22


    Mr C has been in the music industry since the ‘80s. Starting out by handing out flyers for a friend’s party, he went on to become one of the best known faces of the ‘90s dance acts as the frontman for The Shamen.He created his own brand, Superfreq as both a club night and record label. Having held residencies in London and Ibiza, the night still runs regularly in the UK and USA.Danny talks to Mr C about the journey through his musical career, his opinion about music genres (especially tech house!) and how he became established as a mindfulness and meditation professional in LA.The worlds best producers live in your studio, every single day: Get a free trial of Mixmasters.tv here

    #034: John Gold - Fan building strategies with the Hypeddit founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2020 88:53


    Hypeddit founder John Gold has helped hundreds of DJs and producers to build their fan base quickly. In the process, he’s identified and developed strategies that are key to accelerating an artist’s profile.In this episode of the DJ Growth Lab podcast, he and Danny go over those strategies and how you can apply them to your own career for the speedy expansion that you’re after.Tracklists are assets.The price of a fan.Writing copy and good ads. Fan bases and Paris Hilton.Email is king.Soundcloud or Spotify? The worlds best producers, live in your studio, every single day: Get a free trial of Mixmasters.tv here

    #033: Digital Mafia - How to run a pirate radio station

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 20:27


    David Jackson, aka Digital Mafia about how he went from an avid listener of a Yorkshire based pirate radio station to being a DJ on it and eventually part of the management team running it.Leeds based Frequency FM was one of the country’s biggest pirate stations outside of London, running 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Due to its popularity and good business management, it was able to bring in revenue through selling advertising to local small businesses.Primarily a drum and bass station, it helped to launch the careers of many of the scene’s rising stars, one of whom being Alex Simmons who has since gone on to be a TV and radio sports presenter, best known for his appearances on Rugby FM.Digital Mafia talks about the Ofcom approved FM station he’s about to launch, and Danny reflects on his own radio show appearances, (not with Legion of Doom). Setting up a pirate radio station, equipment needed, the cost and upkeep. The benefits of doing your own radio show. How to get a show on the right station for your style. Opportunities for career progression in the music industry.Get a free trial of Mixmasters herePirates of the Airwaves, the documentary on West Yorkshire’s Calendar News, referred to in the podcast.Download the DJ Goals Book.Join the DJ Growth Lab free community here.

    #032: Val Rose - Mint Club RIP, the woman behind the iconic Leeds nightclub

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 39:15


    In this episode, I talk to the founder & former owner, Val Rose about how she went from being a waitress at Peter Stringfellow's club and how an idea to buy a coffee shop, turned into buying a nightclub.Val talks about her original ideas and concept for Mint club and after being approached by Dave Beer who was looking for a new home for world-famous Back To Basics, how themes and ideas for the club developed further. If you want to join our free community of DJ's & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the DJ Growth Lab group Here.

    #031: Amadeus Mozart - Building a brand with longevity (25 Years of Tidy Trax)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2020 64:00


    In this episode, I speak with Amadeus Motzart who is one half of the Tidy Boys and founder of the legendary Tidy Trax label that is celebrating its 25th year as this biggest brand in hard dance music. Ama discusses the key to their success of building a global brand with longevity which is more like a family than a business. Community is key for any long term brands in the electronic music industry. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the DJ Growth Lab group here

    #030: The Maltese Music Scene with Carl Bee & IMS College team

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2020 37:33


    In this episode, I speak with the team behind IMS College in Malta on why they decided to host the annual music conference in Malta and all about the rise of the Maltese music scene. This was filmed at IMS College 2019 on the rooftop of the intercontinental hotel. I was joined by international DJ/Producer and promoter, Carl Bee who is probably the biggest success story to come out of Malta in recent years. If you're an aspiring DJ you should definitely add this event to your calendar in 2020. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the DJ Growth Lab group here

    #029: Aidan Mozejko - How to make a living in the music industry whilst travelling the world

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 50:18


    In this episode, I speak with my good friend Aidan Mozejko about how he built a career in the music industry as a Leeds University student, using his student loans to run a club night, then launching a label and progressing to running his own DJ agency which he now runs whilst living on the road, travelling. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the DJ Growth Lab group here

    #028: Donnie Keys - Immerse yourself in the culture if you want to be a part of it

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 46:10


    In this episode, I speak with my good friend Donnie Keys about managing Distrikt bar in Leeds, and how he’s brought in some of house music's biggest names without charging a door entry fee. He discusses his label, Albion Records, and encourages DJs to get immersed in the scene. This is great advice for anyone wanting to work in the electronic music industry. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the DJ Growth Lab group here

    #027: Jacky - How to turn your dinner break into your big break

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2020 48:43


    In this episode, we speak with International DJ, Producer, label owner and club promoter, Jacky on how he manages his international touring schedule and how he managed his time to make a career in the music industry. Jacky is living proof that to make it, you need to put the work in and use your time efficiently. The Career Academy is now open to new members. The deadline to join is Tuesday 4th February 2020. If you're serious about your career, join here now!

    #026: Seb Jones - Why you need the support of your partner to further your music career

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2020 27:46


    In this episode, we speak with Academy member Seb Jones who was bought his first decks by his partner who fully supports him in his music career. This has helped him quickly progress and achieve the goals he sets. Having a healthy relationship involves sharing the same vision and goals for your future. The Career Academy is now open to new members. The deadline to join is Tuesday 4th February 2020. If you're serious about your career, join here now!

    #025: Top 5 Strategies to get ahead in 2020 with Roger Sanchez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 172:50


    This is the replay from our live webinar with Roger Sanchez To view the video with slides do to djcareeracademy.comIf you would like to join our new Career Academy and get help & support from leading industry experts inside our members-only platform, you have until Tuesday 4th February at midnight to join here

    #024: REK - How To Get Sh!t Done with the Brazilian DJ couple

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 67:16


    Welcome back for a new series in a new year and a new decade. We've rebranded the Podcast and it's now called 'DJ Growth Lab Podcast' hosted by Danny Savage.As we kick-off 2020, we have a challenge for you. It's a 12-week challenge to set and achieve your DJ Goals with the help of our team and hundreds of other DJ's in the DJ Growth Lab GroupTo download my free book and get my free training, just visit djgoals.netNow for Episode 24, I interviewed REK who are members of our Get Booked Academy and also have one-to-one coaching with me. These guys are proof that when you commit to a career in the music industry and you do whatever it takes, you will make it without a doubt! I hope this episode will inspire you to switch your mindset and start getting more shit done!

    #023: Martin Offiah - DJ, Rugby Legend & TV Celebrity shares his career highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 47:23


    Welcome back for a new series in a new year and a new decade. We've rebranded the Podcast and it's now called 'DJ Growth Lab Podcast' hosted by Danny Savage.As we kick-off 2020, we have a challenge for you. It's a 12-week challenge to set and achieve your DJ Goals with the help of our team and hundreds of other DJ's in the DJ Growth Lab GroupTo download my free book and get my free training, just visit djgoals.netNow for Episode 23, I interviewed Martin Offiah here in Ibiza. Martin was probably the best Rugby Player in the world for many years before turning to celebrity TV. He was a participant in the first-ever strictly come dancing and has since appeared in dozens of celebrity shown, including the recent Celebrity Hunted on Channel 4. Martin has also been a clubber and a DJ through most of his career and he shares his extraordinary journey with me.

    #022: Sarah Main - The Queen Of Pacha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 59:45


    Welcome back for a new series in a new year and a new decade. We've rebranded the Podcast and it's now called 'DJ Growth Lab Podcast' hosted by Danny Savage.As we kick-off 2020, we have a challenge for you. It's a 12-week challenge to set and achieve your DJ Goals with the help of our team and hundreds of other DJ's in the DJ Growth Lab GroupTo download my free book and get my free training, just visit djgoals.netNow for Episode 22, I interviewed Sarah Main, at her home here in Ibiza. Sarah has had a superstar career spanning over a decade and has plenty of new projects for the new decade.

    #021: Britt Puhlmann - Sustainable event strategies for the electronic music industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 29:18


    In this episode, I speak with Britt Pulhmann who is on a mission to make parties & events more sustainable. I met Britt in a bar at IMS College in Malta in September and we instantly hit it off. This is a very important subject that you should take notice of. There are some great tips for promoters, event organisers and DJ's on how to reduce pollution. Don't miss this year's DJ Growth Conference, held at Ministry Of Sound on November 16th 2019Over 40+ Industry speakers, workshops & panels to help you take your music career to the next levelGet your tickets here

    #020: Inder Phull - How to get sponsorship by building your brand identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2019 40:22


    In this episode, I chat with Inder Phull, founder of Connect the crowds and marketing consultant for International Music Summit (IMS). Inder explains the importance of your visual identity as an artist and how you can get sponsored and given free merchandise. Inder also gives us a brief preview of what to expect at IMS College Malta on September 13th & 14th where I will be speaking and hosting the official networking event with DJ Growth LabGet tickets for IMS College hereGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 4500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #019: Roukin - The importance of taking time out to focus on your DJ career

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2019 74:32


    In this episode, I chat with Roukin, one of our Get Booked Academy members who attended one of our Ibiza DJ Retreats last year and who has smashed all of the goals he has set by using the DJ Goals method by consistently taking action & seizing opportunities. Sam is now resident DJ at Avalon in Los Angeles and has recently been signed to Doorly's Reptile Dysfunktion.In the Podcast I mentioned this free course with Roger Sanchez, download it here: Music Industry Hustle in a Digital AgeGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 4500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #018: Alex Grayson - Quit Your 9-5 Job & DJ Full-Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2019 30:37


    In this episode, I chat with Alex Grayson, one of our Get Booked Academy members whose life was changed recently, when he came to our workshop at the Brighton Music Conference in April. He randomly ended up playing back-to-back with one of his childhood heroes at one of the UK's no1 clubs.We talk about how he designed a life where he DJ's every night of the week to pay the bills which facilitates his dream to produce more and focus on building his house music brand. Alex is a prime example of taking the opportunities that come his way by taking action! In the Podcast I mentioned this free course with Roger Sanchez, download it here: Music Industry Hustle in a Digital AgeGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 4500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #017: Jax Jones - Breaking into the music industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2019 6:42


    In this episode, we grab a quick chat with Jax Jones and asked him for career advice for musicians.Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here.Join 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group here.Follow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #016: Amber D - Thriving In The Face of Adversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2019 55:53


    This week I speak with hard dance legend Amber D Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 4000+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group here.Follow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #015: Kal Jughroo - How To Bet Booked & Signed to Underground Artists Agency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2019 74:43


    In this episode, we chat with underground artists founder, Kal JughrooGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #014: How To Build An Army Of Raving Fans That Buy Your Tracks & Come To Your Gigs with Roger Sanchez & John Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 94:34


    Special bonus episode, taken from our recent live Masterclass with Roger Sanchez & John Gold where we showed well over 5000 DJs How To Build An Army Of Raving Fans That Buy Your Tracks & Come To Your GigsGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here

    #013: DJ Slipmatt - The godfather of rave, building a business as a Key Person of Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 65:06


    This week I talk to the ‘`godfather of Rave’ Matt Nelson a.k.a Slipmatt (@thedjslipmatt) With over 30 years of DJ and production success Slipmatt played a pivotal part in the 90’s rave scene. Matt explains how hard work and dedication was at the root of his success and continues to provide longevity today.I ask him to discuss how he went from buying house records in 1986 to starting his own label. Matt has a huge following that has followed him through the decades, I ask him how he created such a following and how he has adapted in today’s social media driven world. We discuss why he chose to turn his live radio show into a podcast, and how he went from the underground rave scene to appearing on Top of the Pops (twice!)Lastly Slipmatt explains how taking up running kickstarted a journey of personal development and the effect it has had on his life. Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here. Join 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #012: Brandon Block - Personal growth, setting goals & the life of a party legend

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 66:19


    This week I speak with clubbing legend and newly qualified goal mapping practitioner, DJ Brandon Block (@brandonblock)Brandon speaks about the early days of his career from his first experiences of Ibiza, and the legendary clubs like Space and how his infamous partnership with fellow clubbing legend Alex P was formed.Brandon tells me the stresses of working solidly through summer seasons with 10 years as resident of Space. I ask Brandon what the decision point was to stop his ‘Partying’ lifestyle and realised that he needed to slow down. He goes on to discuss the difficulties of seeking help (back then) when he returned to the UK.I ask Brandon what happened with his infamous Brit Awards appearance and his other tv appearance in ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ and why he quit the show. Lastly I ask Brandon about his new venture ‘Happy Days’ Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #011: Phil Morse - Digital DJ Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 43:19


    This week I speak with club promoter, DJ, and Digital DJ Tips founder - Phil Morse. Even though Phil is an industry leader on writing Tech blogs he ironically says that the actual equipment you use (especially when starting out) really doesn’t matter. What does really matter? Find out in the showWe discuss the rise of his promoter and DJ career from ‘White bread and baked beans’ to running one of the world’s largest online training platforms for DJs and producers. I ask Phil some tips to ensure you stay on top of your Social Media platforms and how to grow your audience and he gives you his top tip to become a successful DJGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #010: Roger Sanchez - From Hustle to Housemaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2018 57:11


    I talk to newly crowned ‘Housemaster’ the S-Man - Roger Sanchez (@djrogersanchez). With a career spanning 3 decades Roger talks about his personal ‘Hustle’ - from selling mixtapes on the streets of New York to dominating the Super Clubs of Ibiza.I ask Roger what he feels is the best way for aspiring DJs to progress in a competitive industry and what it takes to stand out from the crowd. Roger talks about how he selects tracks to play and remix and talks about his preference to play clubs over festivals Roger talks about the importance of a daily routine and personal time. We discuss the mindset he uses to remain creative both in the studio and behind the decks and what it takes to keep a career going for as long as he has learning to adapt and dominate in the new world of social mediaGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #009: Grahame Farmer - Create content to boost your DJ profile

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2018 68:14


    This week I speak with Data Transmission founder Grahame Farmer (@grahamefarmer). Grahame talks about how he went from festival creator to social media content expert. I ask Grahame the importance of being ‘Omnipresent’ on all social media platforms and how best to use and create content to gain an organic following. We discuss how Data Transmission evolved into an Internet radio platform and how they built a successful record label Shanghaied. If you’re a DJ are you’re wanting to get the most out of your social media platforms without spending the day sat behind your computer. This episode is for youGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #008: Ben Prince - What Londons E1 booker looks for in new talent

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2018 47:10


    This week I talk to E1 senior artist booker Ben Prince.He explains what he looks for when booking ‘Warm Up’ DJs and the best steps to get out of the studio and playing the clubs We discuss our experiences as promoters, booking headline acts, and the best way for you to approach booking agents and promoters.I ask Ben how he deals with the well known difficulties of running a club night in London amongst the club politics and strong competition. Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #007: Sevan Sarkissian - DJ Marketing tips & advice for producers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2018 102:05


    This week I talk to Sevan Sarkissian. Having studied a marketing degree, living and promoting parties in Barcelona and then going on to work with a management company called Forward Thinking Music as a Digital Marketing Manager with some of the biggest House and Techno artists in the industry.Sevan’s most recent venture sees him operate as a freelance consultant, his current clients include Enzo Siragusa, Fuse London, CASSY and more.He runs us through his band days, managing their promotion using Myspace and talks about the important role that social media can have in helping artists grow and become successful.Having a healthy work/life balance, he tells us about the dangers of being surrounded by the temptations that come with constantly attending events and being integrated with the scene, along with how they helped him to become more disciplined and discover himself as a person. Sevan also tells us about the way some of his clients look after themselves and how they manage such busy schedules while staying focused. Sevan also gives you his top tips for DJs to help obtain more bookings and become successfulGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #006: Julia Jennings pt.2 - 12 steps to kickstart your DJ career, continued

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2018 51:25


    This is the second part of my interview with Julia Jennings. We talk all about digital marketing and social media in the the electronic music industry. Here are some of the topics we discussed:MindsetThe demand and stress of supporting such a fast-paced, energetic industry and also touches on the importance of a good work/life balance for everyone involved in the scene. The long hours, the social/business events as well as the parties and the requirement to be constantly mobile when working with global brands are a little-known factors that contribute to the smooth running of a worldwide operation, Julia gives a first-hand account of her own experience along with sharing that of her close-knit group of high profile industry friends too.EPKThe press kit is essential for DJs, it’s your personal treasure chest and represents you in your entirety. We talk about how to structure your EPK, the do's and Don’ts, and the importance of having readily available content of the highest quality. We also discuss the infamous DJ biography and how to structure it, the ever-important press shot and the age-old hilarity of awful mugshots.WebsiteHaving your own website is hugely beneficial for DJs, Julia gives her advice on how to lay out your website, the need for keeping it simple/effective and how Jamie Jones’ website efficiently compliments what he does without being overloaded with content.ContentCreating constant content is vital to growth and continuity in the industry, Julia talks about the importance of utilizing Instagram (especially stories), how to stop yourself from limiting your Facebook engagement and some tips on creating engaging content for your social channels that get your music heard at the same time.Custom ArtworkCreating your own artwork gives you a competitive edge, we talk about leveraging ‘Canva’ to create professional looking imagery to supplement your socials, keeping things fluid across all platforms and simple ways to make your content stand out.Omnipresence‘Widely or constantly encountered; widespread’Social presence is absolutely key to staying in the forefront, we talk about all of the different ways to get yourself online and create a digital community, along with building relationships and the important human aspect of interaction.Social Media PostingDaily content on social media is bread and butter stuff, Julia talks how to be different on Instagram to stand out from the crowd and how/why that will drive engagement. She also talks about how to win the battle of little to no marketing budget vs having your online visibility/reach limited by Facebook. We also talk about a really handy tool called ‘IFTTT’ which helps to automatically post across all of your social channels based on your own behavior and ‘Schedugram’; a fully automated Instagram scheduler.Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #005: Julia Jennings pt.1 - Intern to Social Media management for Jamie Jones & Lee Foss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2018 62:28


    Julia is a freelance event marketing expert, who works with some of the biggest artists and brands in the dance music industry. She has an amazing portfolio of clients and with good reason, she is incredibly good at what she does.Julia gives some insight into the sacrifices that she had to make to carve a path in the industry and the rewards that followed, she also talks about her current role with Lee Foss and Jamie Jones on Hot Creations and the artists attached to the label.This week’s show covers off the first half of my ‘12 Steps to kick-start your DJ career in 2018’ ebook and paints a really detailed picture of the work that goes on behind the scenes to make the party world tick.Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #004: Habischman - From Iran to Ibiza, the rise from Red Bull Music Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2018 62:37


    Iman Habibi known globally as Habischman (@habischman) an Iranian DJ and Producer appearing on iconic labels like Get Physical, Global Underground, Moda Black, Viva, Noir Music, Knee Deep In Sound and Nonstop whilst also counting industry giants Pete Tong, Nicole Moudaber and John Digweed amongst his ardent supporters. In this episode we discuss what it takes to break through within the current scene. Iman is a graduate of the Red Bull Music Academy and we cover goal setting, networking and also the significance of aligning your brand alongside the right labels, venues and agencies to build your following with people that really understand your music. Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #003: Josh Butler - Working with Heroes & the steps to success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2018 46:11


    This week I chat with Josh Butler (@joshbutlermusic) on his birthday to discuss his own humble beginnings before he become a household name, widely regarded as a house music aficionado in the current music scene. We touch base on his in-house recording label Origins Records and what it’s taken to connect the dots to build a successful career recognised across the world. Josh has many heroes, mainly USA house legends like Marshall Jefferson, Kerri Chandler & Todd Terry. He's come a long way to now be in a position to be working and collaborating with some of these heroesGet a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #002: Denney - How hard work & dedication pays off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2018 56:48


    This week I interview an old friend of mine, Denney (@denneymusic) and ask him what drives his dedication and direction as an internationally recognised artist and reflects back on his past. Featuring on a host of heavyweight labels Viva, Hot Creations, Crosstown Rebels, Pokerflat, 20:20 Vision and starting life in the office at one of the worlds iconic clubs Back to Basics (considered the longest running weekly night in clubland).Denney provides some exclusive feedback on the current music scene and the transition it took to get to his present position citing that “he spent educating himself on music, networking and countless hours in the studio before beginning to reap the rewards of his hard work.” Tune-in to gain a greater understanding of what a modern music identity needs to do to achieve industry success.Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow me on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

    #001: Ben Pearce - Motivation & Mental Health awareness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2018 66:56


    Inside this first episode of my podcast series I talk to electronic music innovator Ben Pearce (@benpearcedj) who speaks candidly about what motivates him and has also influenced him on his own personal journey on the way to the top. You’ll receive some hot music industry navigation tips related back to Ben’s own timeline servicing the scene and also learn what has impacted him professionally. Ben Pearce shares some very personal moments from the rollercoaster ride spanning his illustrious career with many highs and lows relating to pressure, touring and mental health.Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter hereJoin 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group hereFollow Danny Savage on Facebook hereAnd on Instagram @ThatDannySavage

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