The Passionate DJ Podcast

Episode 225: Crossroads (The Future of Passionate DJ)

Today's episode has two purposes: making up for missing the 2021 "holiday" recap episode, and making a big announcement regarding the future of Passionate DJ and the podcast.

(Spoiler ahead:)

Mo Dingo is now the official host of The Passionate DJ Podcast. This comes as a result of expanding Passionate DJ into many different types of content. Between our online guides, our hardware reviews, industry updates, DJ mixes, live events and more... it became too difficult for David make due dates for the podcast.

Making Mo the host is both a logical progression, and an exciting proposition. We will all still be regulars on the show, but Mr. Dingo is the guy hosting and publishing the podcast, so that David can continue focusing on other Passionate DJ content.

As we do in our typical holiday episodes, we also reach out to some old friends. Today we're talking with Brian James (The Engineer), DJ AXCESS, B-Funk, and DJ Serrato (no relation). We also recap all of 2021, talking about all the great stuff we did as Passionate DJ.

Also, all video podcasts will now go to our new podcast YouTube channel!

See it here: https://passionatedj.com/crossroads

Thank you all for subbing to the new channel... and remember... KEEP ON SPINNING!

Episode 224: The Great DJ Hardware Shortage (& What To Do About It)

Today, we present our most informative and actionable podcast episode of the entire year. Return guest Alex Pyatetsky, CEO of The DJ Hookup, brings insider industry knowledge... to help us understand the supply shortages plaguing us all. If you appreciate those old-school episodes of the Passionate DJ Podcast, with highly-researched bullet points and teachable moments, you'll love today's show.

We Talk About:
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⓪① | 00:00:00 | Introduction
⓪② | 00:02:58 | Alex & The DJ Hookup
⓪③ | 00:05:08 | What's Been Happening (So Far)
⓪④ | 00:12:47 | Unavailability of Components
⓪⑤ | 00:17:25 | "Couldn't You See It Coming?"
⓪⑥ | 00:30:09 | Supply & Demand vs. Pandemic
⓪⑦ | 00:33:48 | How Society is Adapting
⓪⑧ | 00:38:20 | The Re-Opening
⓪⑨ | 00:42:30 | Freeze Austin, Fire in Taiwan
①⓪ | 00:44:36 | Industry Reactions
①① | 00:49:56 | https://PassionateDJ.com/merch 👕
①② | 00:51:08 | What Should DJs Do Now?
①③ | 00:56:40 | How DJs Overvalue Discounts
①④ | 00:58:08 | "Should I Wait Forever?"
①⑤ | 01:00:44 | Buy "Up" or "Down"? (Listener Question)
①⑥ | 01:03:11 | The Importance of Preordering
①⑦ | 01:12:11 | The Second-Hand Market
①⑧ | 01:14:55 | Picking Alternate Gear (Strategies)
①⑨ | 01:22:52 | Tech Support? (Listener Question)
②⓪ | 01:26:50 | What Are The Positives?

Resources:
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Time Estimates:
➡️ https://TheDJHookup.com/eta

DJ Hardware Alternatives:
➡️ https://TheDJHookup.com/alternatives

Guide to Selling Used DJ Gear:
➡️ https://TheDJHookup.com/blog/dj-community/sell-used-dj-equipment-trade-in/

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The Passionate DJ Podcast is a talk show dedicated to the art & science of mixing music. Together, we're becoming better DJs through passion & purpose.

Episode 223: Breaking In The Warehouse w/Entel

In today’s episode, we’re primarily talking about Passionate DJ’s latest adventure: throwing live events! In our main segment, we feature an interview with Entel. He was the headliner for our launch event, where he played lovely progressive house and other forms of melodic dance music to a small outdoor crowd of around 150 people. 

We threw a secret warehouse pop-up party in Downtown Dayton, OH. This was the first event that PDJ has thrown under it’s own name since 2014, so we wanted it to be special. We asked ENTEL to headline the show for us, because his melodic and emotional style fits Passionate DJ well, but also because he’s been making moves in the industry. Many more events at this spot (which is called HQ|DYT) are to come.

We also talk about the upcoming launch of our new channel, Passionate DJ Performances. This is where we will be posting our DJ sets and mixes, going forward. You can check it out by going to PassionateDJ.com/music

Before diving into the main topic, we also talk quickly about some news in the DJ space, such as:

- The new Traktor beta, with Beatport integration
- Serato support for the CDJ-3000
- “End of Life” RANE gear
- Rekordbox and their new “Professional” plan

Also, David got a new doggo.

Episode 222: Making Melodies and Memories

Today's episode features special guest Isicle, who joined us for an in-studio livestream on our Twitch channel. While he was here, he was gracious enough to give us an interview to tell us a little bit about what he does... which is create amazing music on the fly.

Isicle is a Dayton-based DJ, producer, and pianist. His full-time job is wedding gigs, but today he shares his more artistic side. We talk about how he jams on his many keyboards, improvising over beats. He played some incredible piano keys for us, while creating cool music that we described as "LoFi Soul and Electro". There's definitely a bit of hip-hop flavor in there, too.

Make sure to hit up our YouTube channel, where we've posted the full hour-long musical performance for your enjoyment. 

📹 That performance was originally broadcast on our Twitch channel, which you can find at Twitch.tv/passionatedj

We also talk about the many, many things that are coming in the near future for Passionate DJ. Stay tuned and enjoy!

Episode 221: A Love Affair With Drum N Bass w/MISTER SHIFTER

Episode 221 is focused on the sounds of Drum N Bass and the surrounding genres, and features our very good friend Mister Shifter. He joined us recently for a DJ performance on Twitch, and we've posted a teaser of that set on our YouTube channel which you should definitely watch! We'll be posting his full DnB set later in the summer.

While he was here, we recorded this interview where we talk about Drum N Bass and the surrounding genres. We also discuss the struggles of forging an identity while playing and making multiple styles of music, working in duos/trios/collabs, DAW software and music production, piano lessons, DJ gear, mixing "DJ unfriendly" music and 45s... and of course, our guest's obsessive collecting and organizational habits.

Columbus-based DJ/producer Mister Shifter is a purveyor of fine bass-minded music, and former founding half of Random Movement. He's seen releases on Dispatch Recordings | Bassbin | Innerground Records | Skeleton Recordings | Flexout Audio | Foxy Jangle | Aufect | Lightless Recordings | Flight Pattern.

Episode 220: Exploring New Paths wZAANDR

In today's epsiode we present an interview with return guest ZAANDR, who joined us to talk about all the great new stuff he's got going on and to share some encouragement with us Passionate DJs. Before we get into that, Mo and David get into a little bit of behind-the-scenes discussion: what's coming up soon, what we're thinking about, and general catching-up.

We talk about:
- Livestreaming and Twitch
- Upcoming content and experiments
- ZAANDR's latest single, and his experience shooting a music video
- What kept ZAANDR busy through the pandemic
... and much more!

We really appreciated ZAANDR’s approach to dance music. While his sound is very accessible and festival-friendly, there’s also a lot of “underground” influence. He transitions between house music and halftime trap beats, yet manages to make it all sound cohesive.

While he was here, he brought the heat in a much different way... playing a livestream of more subdued dance music. We'll be posting the set on Thursday... subscribe so you don't miss it!

Episode 219: Beyond The Grid (w/Cryztal Grid)

In today’s episode we catch up with Cody and Gerrad of Cryztal Grid, to find out what they’ve been doing in the last several months. As it turns out…. a lot! Today, we hear all about their other projects:

💙 Chilled Samples
A podcast and sound sample source for lo-fi producers:
ChilledSamples.com

💙 Red Rocks Dubstep & Riddim Drums
A unique sound pack capturing the energy of Red Rocks amphitheater:
ColoradoSounds.com

And their musical side-projects:

💙 Summit One (a lo-fi hip-hop project by Cody)
💙 Cloud Effect (an ambient music project by Gerrad)
💙 Celestial Intentions (a binaural beats project by Gerrad)
… all available now on Spotify!

And, of course, always check out the lovely sounds of Cryztal Grid:
💎 CryztalGrid.com

Since their inception in 2017, Cryztal Grid has exploded into the electronic music scene. Their live sets infuse a wide variety of bass music with live saxophone and both organic and electronic drums. Cody and Gerrad combine their rhythmic and melodic talents to create an experience, self-titled as, Rhythm Meets Melody. Similarly, they utilize their unique personalities and perspectives to create emotionally charged, melodic bass music. They center their production and live shows around connecting with people, sharing experiences, and inspiring listeners to be their best, happy selves.

Episode 218: Light at the End of the Tunnel (Crew Show!)

We've got the whole band together for today's episode of The Passionate DJ Podcast. Since we're getting to the point where we can, knock on wood, see the end of the pandemic on the horizon... we all talk about what we've done in the past year, and what we hope to do in the coming summer.

We also talk about:

Being hesitant to get back to business
The Pioneer DJM-S7
David and Tony... switching to Serato??
Beatport and Beatsource LINK
Using Dropbox as a DJ library
Our renewed focus on Twitch

Check out our Twitch channel for great new performances to come:
📺 https://twitch.tv/passionatedj​

Follow David's personal Twitch, as well:
📺 https://twitch.tv/davidmichaelthedj

Episode 217: DJing and Gender Diversity w/Kilma

DJ/Producer, content creator, and thoughtful human Kilma joins us today on The Passionate DJ Podcast. Kilma is an early fan and long-time contributor to the show, and we're thrilled to have her back! She joins us today to speak with us about her experiences as a woman in the music industry, and issues surrounding gender diversity in the DJ space.

A big shout-out to The Mighty Mo Dingo for putting today's interview together.

Follow Kilma on Instagram: @kilmamusic

Follow Passionate DJ on Instagram: @passionatedj

Episode 216: Spare Change (Competition Turntablist)

In today's episode we're talking with Spare Change, Competition Turntablist. Spare is a 5 x DMC US Finalist (2013 Vice Champ), Scribble Jam Champion, Redbull Thre3style US Finalist, and 2 x Guitar Center Spinoff US Finalist.

Today, we'll hear what it's like to participate in scratch battles and DJ competitons, and get a few killer demonstrations along the way. Later this week, we'll be posting an extended set where Spare Change demonstrates what he can really do! Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss it.

Follow him on Instagram at therealdjsparechange