Can Introverted People Also Be Good DJs?

If you’re introverted, DJing may seem like a bad fit – but is it really? Watch the lesson for some surprising truths, and stick around for gig stories, community insights, and tips for success.

DJ questions answered this week:

• 0:00 Intro
• 0:56 Can introverts become DJs?
• 21:08 Any tips on using the mic?
• 22:30 In general, where should DJs place their hot cues?
• 26:40 What’s one thing new DJs should avoid?
• 31:30 Can you export a streaming playlist to download stores?
• 33:15 What are the digital outputs for on CDJs?
• 38:12 How do you DJ a warm up set before a band?
• 42:51 Best way to start making mashups?
• 44:08 Is using a Denon DJ Prime Go considered professional?
• 45:20 Pros and cons to using AI in music production?
• 47:56 Why doesn’t Engine DJ provide offline lockers?

So, about DJing and being introverted…

It was an interesting discussion, because it is my feeling that actually, many (maybe even the majority of) DJs are introverts, who use DJing and music as a way of getting out there and socialising! We get into music precisely because it is our way of communication, and more so if we’re naturally introverts.

While DJing does involve a certain amount of “leading the party”, which would appear to be something that’d come more easily to extroverts, it is possible to look like you want to be there without going overboard. And with preparation, picking your gigs correctly (smaller is good), and judicious use of the headphones (they make an excellent “barrier”), introvert DJs can put themselves in the position where the magic is likely to happen… and once the music and the vibe takes over, well, we all know the feeling that comes next.

But do let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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