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Mojaxx reviews the Chauvet DJ ILS Lighting syst

September 29, 2022

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-dLUq0Bm3sIn this review for DJCity/Beatsource Tech, Mojaxx discusses the Chauvet DJ ILS Lighting system, a new DJ lighting system that does not require complex programming....

In memory of Stu Allan

Tariq

September 24, 2022

Blog, News

One of the UK's most popular DJs sadly passed away this week. Stu Allan was a legend, loved and respected across the globe for his contributions to DJing and dance music. Rather than writing an obituary, we re...

Lets get Jamie Roy to Number One

Tariq

September 22, 2022

Blog, News

This week, the sad news of Jamie Roy's passing has shocked and saddened the UK DJ/raver scene. Data Transmission have launched a campaign to get him to number one in the UK top 40 as a fitting tribute https://...

Mix of the week- Newa

Tariq

September 21, 2022

Blog

Mix of the week goes to Newa with a deep, pounding Techno selectionhttps://soundcloud.com/lobster-theremin/lt-podcast-241-newa?si=71d6e69a69fb4023b3625da32b19f42e&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=tex...

Label of the week- YANA Music

Tariq

September 16, 2022

Blog

Straight outta Leicester! YANA Music is a DnB label managed by Toronto Is Broken and home to some of the freshest DnB tunes around! https://soundcloud.com/yanamusicukIf you love labels like Technique and V...

An introduction to Amapiano music

Tariq

September 15, 2022

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Amapiano is a subgenre of house music that originated in South Africa. It's characterized by its use of piano, synthesizers, and deep basslines. If you're looking for something new to listen to, we highly reco...

Check Out This Mix by the Super-Talented Shamiso

Tariq

September 14, 2022

Blog, News

Shamiso is a name you're going to be hearing a lot more. The proof is in this incredible mix by the OTR Academy student, the aptly titled 'Music Like Never Before' Episode 001 https://soundcloud.com/thismusici...

Best of Beatport Sept 22

Tariq

September 10, 2022

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Each week, we like to highlight new tracks on the download stores. This week we focus on Beatport with a high energy top ten.OTR September Beatport ChartThe tunes in this chart all work well in a high ...

Podcast of the week-Jay Cunning interviews Luna C

Tariq

September 9, 2022

Blog

Our podcast of the week is an interview with Luna C, a label owner, DJ, promoter and chart topper with a wealth of experience. Watch and listen below to the latest edition of Jay Cunning's We Are Hardcore podca...

DJ Jazzy Jeff Defected Set

Tariq

September 8, 2022

Blog

To appreciate the craft of DJing, you have to see/hear DJ Jazzy Jeff in action. Check out his set for defected belowhttps://youtu.be/TjdDOV8id9sTo anyone that says DJs just push buttons, we say they hav...

Absolutely loved it!

Scott G

5.0

2016-01-12T14:13:50+00:00

Scott G

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy (Student)

Scott G

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/scott-g/

Book your course with these guys, you won’t regret it

I chose "On the Rise" DJ course because of the guys that are the tutors, Mr Jay Cunningham and Mr...

Terance C

5.0

2016-11-01T12:34:20+00:00

Terance C

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy / Terance - Student

I chose "On the Rise" DJ course because of the guys that are the tutors, Mr Jay Cunningham and Mr Terry Hooligan Ryan. My 8 week course was great fun very relaxed atmosphere but serious business was taught. I learnt more that I expected and was extremely pleased with all that was on offer. I've come away with a real understanding of what it all means to get it right on various equipment. The 8 week course is perfect and is worth every penny if you listen to the tutors. I didn't know much about my Apple Mac-pro until I took it in to the class, but now I'm able to teach others how to correctly use iTunes music crates and Rekordbox and well as Serato. Book your course with these guys you won't regret it. Read all our reviews on Google or Facebook

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/book-course-guys-wont-regret/

The one to one experience was invaluable

The one to one experience was invaluable,I liked how the structure of the course was articulated across,which gave me a...

Eurshell F

5.0

2016-01-12T17:18:09+00:00

Eurshell F

The one to one experience was invaluable,I liked how the structure of the course was articulated across,which gave me a understanding of the ground work required and some fundamental basics of music structure which is crucial to the fun part of the course which is applying it to the practical side of DJ'ing. Fantastic.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/the-one-to-one-experience-was-invaluable/

They were absolutely brilliant

Went to On the Rise as an ageing professional (whatever that means! ;)) DJ with a big set coming up...

Pete Keller (TMS)

5.0

2016-11-02T10:03:32+00:00

Pete Keller (TMS)

On The Rise Dj Academy Student - Pete Keller

Went to On the Rise as an ageing professional (whatever that means! ;)) DJ with a big set coming up and no knowledge of setting up for the new generation of USB CDJs. They were absolutely brilliant. They jumped straight on it and over a couple of nights had me ready and raring to go. At the gig and it all worked like a dream. Was unbelievably grateful. 10/10

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/pete-k/

The lessons were well planned and exactly what I wanted

Had a fab experience at On The Rise! Learnt so much in a great environment with top notch equipment and...

Amber P

5.0

2016-01-12T17:19:20+00:00

Amber P

Had a fab experience at On The Rise! Learnt so much in a great environment with top notch equipment and tutoring from Terry. The lessons were well planned and exactly what I wanted. The attention to detail and the knowledge of current technology exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much guys! :)

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/amber-p/

Can’t recommend highly enough

Brilliant. Booked a day's DJ course so our 16 year old could learn the fundamentals before blowing all her savings...

Maria H

5.0

2016-11-21T13:45:45+00:00

Maria H

Brilliant. Booked a day's DJ course so our 16 year old could learn the fundamentals before blowing all her savings on some decks and more vinyl. Terry was amazing with her - very knowledgeable and enthusiastic - and she came away buzzing, having learnt to scratch, beat-match and more. I was a bit worried it was quite expensive when we signed up, but having seen the facilities and teaching now think it's actually great value. Can't recommend highly enough. Hopefully will be back for day 2 in 6 months!

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/maria-h/

Top class! Could not recommend it enough whatever level your at

PURE CLASS!!!! On the Rise DJ academy is the best! Terry and Jay are absolute legends and at the top...

Andy H

5.0

2016-01-21T21:44:31+00:00

Andy H

PURE CLASS!!!! On the Rise DJ academy is the best! Terry and Jay are absolute legends and at the top of their game. I went to OTR with just a pure love of dance music and not a clue about DJing but wanted to learn, started at the basic level and within an hour was mixing tracks on CDJs. Starting with how tracks/music is laid out and built, then onto beat mashing, setting the pitch and how to blend tracks together. They both take the time to get to know you and the music genre you are into and carefully select tracks based around your preferences but are easy to learn with. You set the pace you want to learn at and they are experts in all aspects of the music business. They can teach you software or hardware specifics or provide unbiased advise all kit thats out their. Absolute top class!!! Could not recommend it enough whatever level your at.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/andy-h/

Jay is an amazing teacher

Jay is an amazing teacher. Through a four hour session he was able to cover a wide variety of key...

Daniel B

5.0

2016-11-29T11:01:15+00:00

Daniel B

Jay is an amazing teacher. Through a four hour session he was able to cover a wide variety of key topics in a very accessible way. The session was highly personalised and hands-on. Whatever I felt wasn't appropriate for me, we simply skipped. It was also adjusted to my skill-level, gear used and future goal. Amazing feeling when Jay shows you where you currently are (skill-wise), what you need to do to get where you want to be and then blows your mind with the last 10%. Highly recommended!

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/daniel-b/

Highly recommended and already looking forward to my next lesson

Jay the tutor was great. We had a discussion about my goals and what I wanted from the lesson and...

Rita D

5.0

2016-01-22T20:14:27+00:00

Rita D

Jay the tutor was great. We had a discussion about my goals and what I wanted from the lesson and he delivered all the things I wanted. His knowledge is great but he didn't run with it and was careful to ensure I was on board all of the time by encouraging me to ask questions and getting answers that made sense and built in my head the picture that I required in order to get to the next level of working with Traktor. Highly recommended and already looking forward to my next lesson.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/highly-recommended-and-already-looking-forward-to-my-next-lesson/

I left feeling like I got very good value for money

Loved it. I signed up to a 3 day course to learn how to evolve my basic beat matching skills...

Patrick S

5.0

2016-12-02T11:33:23+00:00

Patrick S

Loved it. I signed up to a 3 day course to learn how to evolve my basic beat matching skills to get to grips with some new equipment, learning phrase mixing, use of effects and management of RekordBox. I can safely say that I left feeling like I got very good value for money, due to the amount and quality of the one on one tutorial time, which you rarely get on other DJ courses in London. Jay and Terry are lovely guys, true masters of their craft and excellent teachers. Jay was always energetic, positive and inspiring and Terry shared lots of nuggets of wisdom about getting ahead in the industry. The studio is a great place to learn and the vibe is very relaxed and friendly. Highly recommended for Djs of all levels to learn or master their craft.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/patrick-s/

5.0

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Best of Beatport Sept 22

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