The DJ School News

SONG OF THE WEEK: Cassius I Love You So - Skream Remix

2011-02-17T21:21:00.001Z

Missed a couple of weeks for the song of the week, but it's back and this song is definitely an awesome way to kick start it again!

What do you think? Prefer the original? Or love this Skream remix?

SONG OF THE WEEK: Tiësto vs. Diplo ft. Busta Rhymes - C'mon (Catch 'Em By Surprise) (HD Ve...

2011-01-27T15:18:00.001Z

Song of the week this week is this new one by the unlikeliest collection of artists, Tiesto, Diplo and Busta Rhymes! But it works! This song is gonna be massive!!

What do you think of it??

SONG OF THE MONTH: Hot Mess (feat. La Roux) - Chromeo HQ

2011-01-24T19:14:00.000Z

SONG OF THE MONTH: We think this is gonna be MASSIVE, what do you think? A bit of funk in preperation for the summer?

SONG OF THE WEEK: Modestep - Feel Good (Official Video)

2011-01-21T09:56:00.000Z

Got some filthy dub step as the song of the week this week. Nice male vocal used though to make it a bit sweeter. What do you think of it?

SONG OF THE WEEK: Alexis Jordan - Good Girl (Freemasons Club Mix)

2011-01-13T17:24:00.001Z

Two of our favourite artists at work here. The original song is the latest from Alexis Jordan off of Happiness fame and the remix is done by our good friends, the Freemasons.

What do you think of this new track?

Free Mix Download: Carl Davidson - Trance Mix 2011

2011-01-11T17:07:00.001Z

Here's a free mix download for all you people that love trance.

It's been made by Carl for his second practical exam on his Intermediate course and he passed the exam with flying colours and gained a distinction level.

It's an awesomely made mix! Check it out for what you could complete by coming to The DJ School.

Download it from here

New MIDI controller from Pioneer!

2011-01-10T21:15:00.001Z

source: http://www.aboutdj.nl

Due for announcement at NAMM later this week, this picture has leaked onto the web via aboutdj.nl of the new Pioneer DDJ-T1 DJ controller. It is a 4-deck Traktor model, and at first glance it looks like a major rival for the S4, the Denon DN-MC6000, and the new Numark NS6 4-deck controller.

And there's a Serato version too, the DDJ-S1:

SONG OF THE WEEK - Laidback Luke ft. Jonathan Mendelsohn - Timebomb (Original Mix)

2011-01-06T19:17:00.001Z

FREE DOWNLOAD: Best of 2010 Megamix

2011-01-03T10:45:00.001Z

Happy New Year to all the fans of dance music around the world.

Many of our DJ's helped you celebrate the new year by bringing you the best music possible.

As a thank you of your support here is a free download of a 30 minute megamix of the best songs of 2010. This mix was used at midnight during our event, Juicy.

Tracklisting

1) Europe - Final Countdown (DJ Antuan Club Remix)
2) Mariah Carey - Auld Lang Syne (The New Year's Anthem) (Johnny Vicious Warehouse Radio Edit)
3) Sidney Samson - Riverside (Club Mix)
4) Duck Sauce - Barbara Streisand (O-God Remix)
5) Gramophonedzie - Why Dont You
6) Yolanda Be Cool, DCUP - We No Speak Americano (Original Mix)
7) Kelis - Acapella (Liam Keegan Electro Remix)
8) David Guetta & Chris Willis feat. Fergie & LMFAO - Gettin' Over You (Extended Mix)
9) Chuckie & LMFAO - Let The Bass Kick In Miami Bitch (Extended Mix)
10) Inna - Hot (Play & Win Club Version)
11) Alicia Feat. Edward Maya - Stereo Love (Extended Version)
12) Swedish House Mafia - One (Your Name)
13) Swedish House Mafia - Miami 2 Ibiza

DOWNLOAD BY CLICKING HERE

New sexy Pioneer CDJ-350-W and DJM-350-W

2010-12-21T09:26:00.001Z

Check out what Pioneer have done to their entry level CDJ-350's, they've turned them into something you would definitely love in your DJ box.

Not only are they now in this sexy pearl white, they also have two more effects, Noise and Short echo.

For more information click here:

http://www.pioneerdjusa.com/gear.aspx?product=350-w-system&cp=1

This is what Pioneer have got to say:

Packaged CDJ-350-W and DJM-350-W System Available in a New Fashion Color - Pearl White
LONG BEACH, CA – (December 21, 2010) – Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Professional Sound and Visual Division today introduced a new pearl white version of its entry-level DJ system comprising of two CDJ-350-W digital media players and a DJM-350-W 2-channel mixer. As the popularity of music remixing increases, Pioneer continues to offer consumers the best way to engage in the art by offering innovative and fashionable DJ gear. The new pearl white CDJ-350-W and DJM-350-W models not only add a fashion statement to DJ performances but also offer two additional audio effects - Noise and Short Echo.

“Offering our gear in more colors than the traditional black is generating new excitement within the DJ community. The HDJ-500 entry level headphones we introduced several months ago are now available in three colors, and are creating a lot of buzz with DJs. We are looking forward to the same reaction with the new pearl white version of the CDJ-350 and DJM-350s,” said David Arevalo, senior marketing manager, Professional Sound and Visual Division for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.

Spin It with the CDJ-350-W Multi-media Player
The CDJ-350-W will allow users to create DJ performances with various digital music files, including MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF files that are stored on different forms of media, including USB mass storage device class products*1 and CD-R/RW discs. The media player also includes Pioneer’s proprietary music management software, rekordbox™, which analyzes and categorizes music by genre, making it possible to easily manage music files on a computer for quick song selection when played back on compatible Pioneer players. Connecting a USB storage device loaded with playlists created with the software allows users to choose songs by various criteria such as genre, album name, artist name, etc. for stress-free DJ performances. Music sessions can also be saved to a USB storage device and then saved in rekordbox as an original playlist.
BEAT Display Function - Visually illustrates the beat position of a song and the playback point providing easier hand, eye and ear coordination when performing scratches and loops.
Auto Beat Loop Function - With one press of a button on the player, the user can create various loop performances including:
Beat Loop - Matches the beat and repeats a 4-beat loop
Loop Divide - While playing a loop, plays the loop at a different rhythm
Hot Loop - While playing a loop, returns to the start of the loop and plays it

Auto BPM Lock - Users can set a Master beat per minute (BPM) on the CDJ-350 that current playing songs can be synchronized to with a touch of a button. The feature enables beginners to easily match the tempos of songs by simply adjusting the speed to the Master BPM on each player.
Create Playlist Function - While a song is playing, users can immediately add it to a new playlist with a touch of a button for future playback of favorite songs.
DJ Software Compatible - The CDJ-350 is MIDI compatible with other DJ software allowing it to be used as an audio interface.

Other features include:
Vibration-resistant utilizing Shock-Proof Memory and Floating Architecture
Four level tempo settings for maximum variation range of a song's tempo (±6%, ±10%, ±16% and WIDE)
Resume Function enables users to remove a disc and resume playback at the same spot when the disc is reloaded
o Environment-friendly auto standby feature automatically detects operation status and signal input and puts the device in standby mode when the player is not engaged for set periods of time. Users can set the time value or can defeat the feature altogether.

Blend It with the DJM-350-W Mixer
The DJM-350-W mixer inherits similar functions and operability of the popular Pioneer DJM series of mixers often experienced in the club scene. With its new pearl white makeover, the built-in level meter’s red, white and blue LEDs create a stunning appearance. The mixer is equipped with four sound effects including the newly added Noise and Short Echo, as well as an isolated 3-band equalizer—all of which allow the DJ to make one-of-a-kind mixes. The Type A USB port on the front top panel allow users to record their DJ mixes onto a USB storage device, review their mix and take it with them to listen to on other devices.
Four Types of Effects - Two effects, Noise and Short Echo, were added to the popular Filter and Jet effects enabling users to further enhance remixing capabilities:
Noise - Creates a wind-like effect by changing the cut-off frequency (audible spectrum) of the filter
Short Echo – Applies a reverberated sound to the music with a turn of the knob
Filter - Greatly alters the tonal quality of the music by removing audio from the high or low frequency bands
Jet - Applies a jet plane taking off or landing sound effect to the music

Digital Conversion - Analog signals are converted into digital form via a high-performance CPU for higher fidelity sound. In addition, analog and digital circuits are isolated to minimize induced noise.
Other features include:
P-LOCK Fader Cap keeps the fader knob (caps) from slipping off, especially during intense DJ sessions.
MIC/AUX input terminals for connecting portable audio players and/or microphones.
A connected Pioneer CDJ player can triggered to fader, start or play functions via a link to the fader control.
Peak level meters indicate the input levels of each channel.
Crossfader Curve Adjustment function makes it possible to have three crossover curve patterns.
Pioneer’s packaged pearl white DJ system will be available in January 2011 and come with two CDJ-350-W players and one DJM-350-W mixer for a suggested retail price of $2,445.

Pioneer offers a complete line of professional DJ Equipment through its Professional Sound & Visual Division. Its DJM series of mixers has become an industry standard at clubs, studios, mobile rigs and homes around the world, known for its high quality sound and reliability. For more information, visit www.PioneerDJusa.com.

FREE MIX DOWNLOAD - Rob H - Big Tunes November 2010

2010-12-14T11:46:00.002Z

The DJ School would like to thank you for all the support you have given us over the last year. So we are offering you this free download of Rob H's brand new mix - Big Tunes November 2010.

It is full of the latest and biggest songs from November. Here is the full track listing:

Katy Perry - Firework (Liam Keegan Mix)
Roll Deep - Green Light (Future Freakz Remix)
Bruno Mars - Just The Way You Are (WestFunk and Steve Smart Extended Mix)
Taio Cruz - Dynamite (Stonebridge Mix)
Alex Gaudino - I'm In Love (I Wanna Do It) (Wideboys Remix)
Tim Berg - Bromance (The Love You Seek) (Avicii's Vocal Extended)
Duck Sauce - Barbara Streisand (O-God Remix)
Chipmunk Ft Esmee Denters - Until You Were Gone (Buzz Junkies Club)
Flo Rida & David Guetta - Club Can't Handle Me (Martin & Souza Mix)
Jay Sean - 2012 (Liam Keegan Remix)
Alexis Jordan - Happiness (Wideboys Club Mix)
Cheryl Cole - Promise This (Digital Dogs Remix)
Cee Lo Green - Fuck You (Dj Kue Remix Featuring Metafisix)
Swedish House Mafia - Miami 2 Ibiza (Club Mix)

All we ask you to do is either tweet about it or post a link on your Facebook.

Download Link:

Click Here To Download Now

Thanks again and we'll keep you posted on all the latest in the DJ world.

SONG OF THE YEAR! - Click here to find out what we have chosen!

2010-12-09T18:31:00.001Z

Do you think this is the right choice? What would you choose instead??

SONG OF THE MONTH: Roger Sanchez Ft. Far East Movement - 2gether (Sidney Samson Remix)

2010-12-07T17:38:00.001Z

This song was released a few months ago and the original was a stormer! Now Sidney Samson has put his touch on it and it has returned, and it is even bigger! Check it out. What do you think?

David Guetta feat. Rihanna - Who's That Chick (Afrojack Dub)

2010-12-02T21:02:00.001Z

Song of the week this week is another massive song by David Guetta! Can he ever do wrong? This is the dub remix by Afrojack who is also massive at the moment. This is going to be massive over the weekend.

What do you think?

FREE MP3: Bing Crosby - White Christmas (Kaskade Mix)

2010-11-30T10:14:00.000Z

It's all snowing in this part of the world, so we'd thought we'd share this lovely Kascade remix of Bing Crosby - White Christmas with you. Enjoy! Chill with a nice hot drink and a warm fire!

Bing Crosby - White Christmas (Kaskade Mix) by Kaskade

SONG OF THE WEEK: Wretch 32 feat. L - Traktor Official Video (Out 16th January)

2010-11-26T09:55:00.001Z

The song of this week is this brand new song from Wretch 32.

http://www.wretch32.com

Wretch 32 is the UK's newest urban star. Already established as a hugely respected underground artist, Wretch has worked with the likes of Tinie Tempah, The Streets, Chipmunk and Bashy and is now coming at you with his solo material.

Aggressively addictive debut single 'Traktor' is already building up unstoppable momentum, having been Zane Lowe's Hottest Record In The World and received support from Annie Mac, Mistajam, Trevor Nelson, Ras Kwame and Seani B, while award-winning director Ben Newman takes you into the true urban underground with the visually stunning video.

Stay tuned for 'Traktor', coming 16th January 2011 on Ministry of Sound/Levels Recordings.

You can pre order Traktor from Itunes here: http://bit.ly/Pre-Order-Traktor

SONG OF THE WEEK: DJ Fresh & Sigma - Lassitude (Official Video)

2010-11-20T16:12:00.001Z

After the massive success of Gold Dust, DJ Fresh & Sigma bring you this MASSIVE D&B track. What do you think? Does it deserve the top spot?

SONG OF THE WEEK: Shy FX - Raver ft. Kano, Donaeo & Roses Gabor

2010-11-12T13:28:00.002Z

Song of the week... we like to be diverse, so what do you think of this? Can you imagine raving to it??

We think it's awesome!

Christmas Gift Packages

2010-11-09T13:12:00.001Z

Give your loved one a brand new skill this Christmas that they can keep for a lifetime.

Whether they are interested in music or DJing as just a hobby or they want to kick start a new career in the exciting music industry this gift package will definitely help them on their way.

What do you get with this package?

A DJing or Music Production Course of your choice.
24 free high quality MP3 downloads of your recipients choosing from CDPoolDigital.com.
20% Discount code to spend on Loopmasters.com
Gift certificate and Christmas Card to give as a gift on the day which includes the music vouchers and all the information on the course chosen.

Choose a course from the list below...

Prices
Basic DJ Course £250
Intermediate DJ Course £650
Advanced DJ Course £900
Full DJ Course £1550

Make Music Now £480
Advanced Music Production £1440

Click the links for more information on the courses. All courses cost nothing extra than the normal price, we are throwing in all these amazing extras for absolutely nothing extra.

How to purchase?
Please give us a call on 01246 380577 and we can discuss your needs. Alternatively email us by using the address on our contact page.

Tim Exile and Native Instruments present "The Mouth"

2010-11-04T09:54:00.001Z

This looks very interesting for beginners music producers out there.
No music theory knowledge needed and you can make some great songs
Of course if you want to be the best at music production and most professional you should have a look at one of our music production courses.

SONG OF THE WEEK: Eric Prydz - The Reason (Feat. Jan Burton)

2010-10-29T11:58:00.001+01:00

Awesome new track from Eric Prydz! We think this one is going to be massive. Definitely a catchy melodic club anthem.

The DJ School on CBBC's 'The Big Performance'

2010-10-25T17:22:00.001+01:00

The DJ School will be on the CBBC channel tomorrow (25th October 2010) featuring in 'The Big Performance'.

We were asked to go and help a small group of kids build on their confidence by teaching them how to perform electro-pop and DJ.

The episode is here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00vmwbt

Info on the program from their site:

Gareth Malone takes ten shy children who love to sing and attempts to build their confidence and turn them into stars capable of performing in front of a crowd of 40,000 people

Check it out to see us in action and also what we could provide your school or community project.

DJMag Top 100 DJ results leaked

2010-10-25T09:55:00.000+01:00

http://www.djmag.com/top100

DJ Mag Top 100 poll seems to leak ahead of schedule every year just like clockwork. This year seems to be no exception, with the 2010 DJ poll results sneaking their way onto the internet. The official results will be announced on this Wednesday.

1. Armin van Buuren (non-mover)

2. David Guetta (up 1)

3. Tiesto (down 1)

4. deadmau5 (up 2)

5. Above & Beyond (down 1)

6. Paul van Dyk (down 1)

7. Gareth Emery (up 2)

8. Markus Schulz (non-mover)

9. Ferry Corsten (down 2)

10. Axwell (up 4)

11. ATB (non-mover)
12. Sander van Doorn (down 2)
13. Infected Mushroom (down 1)
14. Steve Angello (up 6)
15. Dash Berlin (new entry)
16. Sebastian Ingrosso (up 9)
17. Laidback Luke (up 10)
18. Judge Jules (up 26)
19. Afrojack (new entry)
20. Aly & Fila (up 2)

21. Fedde Le Grand (up 8)
22. Carl Cox (down 4)
23. Swedish House Mafia (new entry)
24. Cosmic Gate (down 5)
25. Bobina (down 10)
26. Benny Benassi (non-mover)
27. Sasha (down 14)
28. Simon Patterson (up 14)
29. John Digweed (down 12)
30. Eric Prydz (up 4)

31. Richie Hawtin (down 3)
32. Andy Moor (down 17)
33. John O’Callaghan (down 9)
34. Roger Shah (down 13)
35. Kaskade (up 16)
36. Headhunterz (new entry)
37. Chuckie (up 25)
38. Bob Sinclar (down 3)
39. Avicii (new entry)
40. Kyau & Albert (down 3)

41. Feel (down 11)
42. Moonbeam (up 34)
43. Joachim Garraud (down 7)
44. Daft Punk (down 11)
45. Lange (down 14)
46. Sean Tyas (down 1)
47. Eddie Halliwell (down 6)
48. Erick Morillo (up 5)
49. James Zabiela (down 11)
50. Umek (down 11)

51. Paul Oakenfold (down 28)
52. Matt Darey (up 2)
53. Mark Knight (up 8)
54. Richard Durand (down 5)
55. Martin Solveig (down 8)
56. tyDi (down 4)
57. Hernan Cattaneo (down 25)
58. Sven Väth (down 10)
59. Astrix (down 4)
60. Super8 & Tab (up 22)

61. Andy C (up 39)
62. Myon & Shane 54 (up 29)
63. Marcel Woods (up 11)
64. Roger Sanchez (down 4)
65. Wally Lopez (down 3)
66. Mat Zo (new entry)
67. Marco V (down 17)
68. Leon Boiler (down 5)
69. Ronski Speed (non-mover)
70. Wolfgang Gartner (new entry)

71. W&W (new entry)
72. Boys Noize (down 4)
73. D-Block & S-TE-FAN (new entry)
74. Dubfire (down 28)
75. Dirty South (down 16)
76. John B (up 16)
77. Daniel Kandi (up 10)
78. Arty (new entry)
79. BT (new entry)
80. Boy George (new entry)

81. Pete The Zouk (new entry)
82. Fatboy Slim (up 12)
83. Skazi (down 2)
84. Paul Kalkbrenner (new entry)
85. Pete Tong (down 2)
86. Bloody Beetroots (new entry)
87. Arnej (new entry)
88. Joris Voorn (new entry)
89. Dada Life (new entry)
90. Noisecontrollers (new entry)

91. Showtek (new entry)
92. Laurent Wolf (down 26)
93. Claudia Cazacu (new entry)
94. Calvin Harris (new entry)
95. Luciano (down 6)
96. Marcus Schossow (down 17)
97. Sied Van Riel (down 12)
98. The Thrillseekers (down 41)
99. Justice (down 34)
100. DJ Vibe (new entry)

What do you think? Who do you think should be number one???

Free music from CD Pool - Exclusive to The DJ School students

2010-10-21T10:02:00.000+01:00

We have a great offer for all new, existing and returning students at The DJ School.

We have teamed up with CD Pool's digital download service and can now offer any new, existing and returning students 24 free high quality MP3 downloads from their new site at: http://www.cdpooldigital.com/the-dj-school-offer

Just go to that website and choose which genre you like, then enter the promo code that you can get from your tutor.

Sixpack is the new service from the CD Pool, offering DJs a never seen before digital subscription providing the latest releases in high quality digital format on a weekly basis. The six best new tracks in five key genres are chosen by our experts every Monday and delivered directly to you for downloading, ensuring that you have the latest releases whenever you need them - DRM free and in 320kbps MP3 format.

SONG OF THE WEEK: Example - Two Lives (Out November 14th)

2010-10-21T09:54:00.001+01:00

With mixes from Wez Clarke, Kris Menace, Loadster and Tek One