A few tips to raise your profile as a DJ

Becoming a successful DJ was never easy, it’s even harder now but the old maxims remain true: work hard and don’t give up. While there is no magic wand to grant overnight success, these tips can help you stand out.

Be active on social media.

Pick a couple of social media platforms and post daily content. Look at what more established names are doing and analyse what works for them. Copying your peers is an obvious no no but you can take inspiration and turn it into your own unique content.

Do something different.

You will have seen audio visual DJs like SUAT. Perhaps you can do something different like adding your own visuals to a DJ set or DJing from certain locations.

Unique Tune Selection

Playing upfront music is important as it supports artists but there is no harm in digging into the crates and playing some older tracks or playing open format sets.

Pitch yourself to taste makers.

Again, this one is not easy so be resilient! See if you can get into dance music publications, blogs or if you can do a takeover on a popular Spotify playlist.

We’ll say it again, don’t give up!

We know it can be disheartening but if you really want it, keep going. Try to avoid any negative chatter online, get your head down and learn your craft. Celebrate milestones however small they may seem and give yourself time to recharge. Marcus Rashford’s mother told him anything is possible. You too should spend time with people who help you grow and catch you when you fall.