DJ Marketing 101

Something from nothing: 8 steps to creating a House scene

September 2, 2009 by David Sabat

For those who live smaller cities where House is not as prevalent and has little to no air play, it is very difficult to not only find DJ gigs, but to even get away with playing any House at all. So where a scene does not exist, one must be created. But to create a scene out of thin air is no easy task. Here are some steps to take in trying to build a House community. Continue Reading »

Posted in Branding, Contacts, Mix CDs, promotion, scene, social networking, Websites | Tagged CDs, Contacts, e-mail, facebook, logo, marketing, mix, promoters, promotion, scene, social, social networking, venues, website | 13 Comments »

Finding the venues, promoters and the “scene”

August 17, 2009 by David Sabat

I’ve been asked to write about how to find key contacts in the “scene.” This is subjective to your region and style of music that you’re looking to spin. It may be easier in some areas than in others. However, I assume that most DJs know and support their local scene. An aspiring DJ should be doing this already or their chances of landing gigs will be considerably low. Continue Reading »

Posted in Be Found, Contacts, Mix CDs, promotion, social networking | Tagged CDs, Contacts, e-mail, facebook, marketing, promoters, promotion, scene, social networking, venues, website | 12 Comments »

Agents, Managers & Publicists, oh my!

August 11, 2009 by David Sabat

Wouldn’t it be great if we all had an amazing agent that got us tons of high profile gigs with top dollar fees? Well this is a reality for very few DJs, Most of this select group have earned this through quality production, DJ skills, and marketing. But what is the reality for most DJs? Who are these agents? What is the difference between an agent and a manager and a publicist? Continue Reading »

Posted in Agents, Be Found, identity, Management, Media Kit, Photos, promotion, Publicity, Video | Tagged bio, biography, identity, marketing, networking, Photos, promotion | 12 Comments »

Breaking into the Scene: How to get your first gig

July 22, 2009 by David Sabat

Starting out is hard to do. Think about it, you have to convince someone to put you on when no one knows who you are and has never heard of you…..but it can be done. We’ve all been there at one time or another. So here are some tips to get you thinking. Continue Reading »

Posted in Mix CDs, promotion | Tagged CDs, marketing, networking, Professionalism, promotion | 30 Comments »

Being in the business of you – 10 great ways to promote yourself

July 14, 2009 by David Sabat

Whether you are a full-time or part-time DJ, if you really want to get to the next level you have to “go to work” everyday. I don’t mean go to an office or punch a clock, but do something productive towards your DJ career on a daily basis. Here is a list of things you can do to stay active: Continue Reading »

Posted in Be Found, identity, Media Kit, Mix CDs, Photos, social networking, Video, Websites | Tagged bio, biography, CDs, e-mail, facebook, identity, marketing, myspace, networking, Photos, promotion, social networking, website | 10 Comments »

« Newer Posts - Older Posts »

Email Subscription

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join 210 other followers

Email Address:
Authors
- David Sabat
Topics
Topics
Archives
Archives
Links
Sabat’s Tweets
- RT @BarackObama: .@POTUS set a goal to deliver 100 million vaccine shots in 100 days. His administration hit the milestone in just 58. Let’… 3 weeks ago
David Sabat

David Sabat
Admin

Promote yourself…..and get to the next level!

Share this:

Like this:

Share this:

Like this:

Share this:

Like this:

Share this:

Like this:

Share this:

Like this:

Email Subscription

Authors

Topics

Archives

Links

Admin