How DJs Make Money: Beginner to Pro Income Breakdown by a UK DJ with 25+ Years Experience I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and I want to talk to you honestly, practically, and optimistically about how DJs make money. Not the fantasy version. Not the overnight success […]
How to Become a DJ and Get Paid If you’re reading this, chances are you love music and you’ve wondered whether DJing could be more than a bedroom hobby. I’ve been there. Over 25 years ago, I was a young DJ in the UK carrying heavy crates of vinyl on buses, playing to rooms with […]
After more than twenty five years behind the decks, one question I get asked more than any other is this: how do DJs always seem to find new music before everyone else? It’s a fair question. When a track drops in a club and the whole room reacts like it already belongs to them, it […]
How to DJ Without Knowing Music Theory I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and I want to start by putting your mind at ease. You do not need to understand music theory to become a confident, professional, or even exceptional DJ. I’ve played clubs, radio, private events, […]
How to DJ Hip-Hop, House, EDM & Techno – Complete Guide How to DJ Hip-Hop, House, EDM & Techno – A Complete Guide from the Booth If you want to learn how to DJ Hip-Hop, House, EDM and Techno properly, not just copy transitions from social media clips, you’re in the right place. I’m Jerry […]
If you are new to DJing or thinking about stepping outside one specific music genre, open format DJing is one of the most exciting and rewarding paths you can take. I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK-based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and I’ve seen DJ culture evolve from vinyl-only nights to today’s digital, […]
How DJs Organise Their DJ Music Library After more than 25 years behind the decks across clubs, radio, weddings and festivals up and down the UK, I can tell you one thing with absolute certainty. A well organised DJ music library is just as important as your technical skills. You can have the best transitions, […]
Where DJs Get Their Music If you’ve ever stood in a DJ booth, headphones half-on, crowd locked in, you’ll know one truth straight away: great DJs are only as good as their music. After more than 25 years behind the decks across the UK and beyond, I’m Jerry Frempong, and I’ve seen the way DJs […]
I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK-based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and I still remember the nerves and excitement of building my very first DJ playlist. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re at the beginning of your DJ journey, wondering how to build a DJ playlist that actually works in the real […]
If you’re just starting your DJ journey, welcome. I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK-based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and I can honestly say this is one of the most exciting stages you’ll ever experience. Learning to DJ isn’t just about buying gear or mastering transitions, it’s about understanding music, energy, and people. […]