DJ Contracts Explained I’m Jerry Frempong, and I’ve been a working DJ in the UK for over 25 years. I’ve played clubs, weddings, festivals, radio, private parties, corporate events, and everything in between. I’ve also signed good DJ contracts, bad DJ contracts, and a few downright ugly ones. If there’s one thing I wish someone […]

How Much Should a DJ Charge Per Gig? After more than 25 years behind the decks, across clubs, weddings, corporate events and private parties all over the UK, this is one of the most common questions I get asked. How much should a DJ charge per gig? It’s a fair question, and it deserves a […]

Do DJs Need to Pay Tax? I’m Jerry Frempong, and I’ve been a working DJ in the UK for over 25 years. I’ve played everything from weddings and clubs to radio, private parties, corporate events, and festivals. Over the years I’ve seen talented DJs thrive, and I’ve also seen brilliant DJs get themselves into unnecessary […]

How to Register as a Self-Employed DJ I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and if you’re reading this, chances are you’re ready to turn your passion for music into a legitimate business. I remember exactly how it felt when I first stepped out of hobby mode and realised […]

After more than twenty five years working as a professional DJ across the UK, I can say with complete confidence that DJ risk assessments are not paperwork for the sake of it. They are one of the most important parts of delivering a safe, professional and stress free event. Whether I am setting up for […]

How to Get PAT Tested as a DJ – A Complete UK Guide for Mobile & Club DJs I’m Jerry Frempong, and I’ve been DJing across the UK for over 25 years. From tiny pub corners to packed wedding marquees and major corporate events, I’ve seen the industry change in many ways. One thing that […]

How to Get DJ Insurance in the UK: Public Liability Explained by a Professional DJ If you’ve been DJing for any length of time, you’ll already know that this job is about far more than music. Yes, it’s about reading crowds, setting vibes and delivering unforgettable nights, but it’s also about professionalism, responsibility and protecting […]

I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK-based DJ with over twenty-five years behind the decks, in clubs, weddings, radio, corporate events and private bookings. One of the most common questions I still get from DJs at every level is not about mixing or marketing, but money. More specifically, how to pay yourself as a DJ in a […]

How to Get Paid as a DJ in the UK – Real Ways to Make Money DJing in 2026 I’m Jerry Frempong, a UK-based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks, and if there’s one question I’ve been asked more than any other, it’s this: how do you actually get paid as a DJ? […]

How to Join a DJ Agency in 2026 – A Real World Guide from a Working DJ If you’re reading this, chances are you love DJing and you’re ready to take it seriously. I’ve been DJing professionally in the UK for over 25 years, and one thing I can tell you with confidence is that […]