Building A Great DJ Music Library: A Structured Approach To Building A Winning Electronic DJ Music Collection
Robert Simoes
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In "Building A Great DJ Music Library," DJ and instructor Robert Simoes presents a structured approach to the most fundamental aspect of DJing: curating a winning music collection. While many resources focus on technical skills and gear, this book reveals a DJ's true power in the capacity to filter and curate winning musical selections. This guide introduces the EBP (Explore, Build, Perform) funnel-a practical workflow that transforms the overwhelming task of music discovery into a manageable, systematic process. From navigating digital platforms like SoundCloud, Beatport, and Bandcamp to organizing tracks in Rekordbox. You'll discover:
How to efficiently explore music across various platforms and identify tracks that will resonate with audiences
Strategic approaches to purchasing music that balance quality with budget considerations
Practical techniques for organizing your growing collection using playlists, tags, and cue points
Methods for creating cohesive set lists with thoughtful progression and emotional arcs
Ways to refine your library based on real performance feedback
Whether you're a beginning DJ overwhelmed by endless music choices or an experienced selector looking to refresh your curation approach, this book provides the framework needed to build a distinctive, crowd-moving collection. Drawing from over a decade of experience in electronic music, Simoes combines technical knowledge with philosophical insights about the deeply human connection between DJs, music, and audiences. "Building A Great DJ Music Library" is an essential resource for any DJ who understands that in a world of unlimited access to music, finding the right tracks-not just any tracks-is what truly sets great DJs apart.