The Passionate DJ Podcast

Episode 5: The State of Modern Trance w/Airwave

Show Notes & Resources: http://www.passionatedj.com/pdj-005-life-of-a-full-time-dj-the-state-of-modern-trance-wlaurent-veronnez-aka-airwave/ Hi folks! Welcome back for the fifth episode of the Passionate DJ Podcast. I’m excited to announce that this episode is an interview with someone who I hold in very high regard: Laurent Véronnez, better known as Airwave! A 20+ year veteran in the underground dance music scene, Laurent has witnessed a lot: the digital revolution, the peaks and valleys of the prominence of trance music, and the commercialization of various flavors of “EDM”. Throughout all of this, Laurent has kept true to the sounds that move him. Airwave is a hugely popular (and deeply respected) name in the dance music scene, with a very loyal fanbase. He is especially known for his work in the trance genre, both progressive and psychedelic, and is an open and honest speaker about the state of the industry. As such, I just had to get him involved with the podcast… and as you’ll hear, we had a fantastic discussion!

Episode 4: Small Time Promoter Tips w/Fortune (pt. 2)

Show Notes & Resources: http://www.passionatedj.com/pdj-004-small-time-promoter-tips-wjessica-fortune-fenner-pt-2/ In episode 3, I introduced you to Jessica Fenner of A.part Music out of Milwaukee. If you haven’t listened to episode 3, make sure you go and listen to it first! Outside getting to know Jessica, we talk about some unique approaches to building nights in small or limited markets, the value of a mentor, how to please your market, how “word of mouth” is greater than any promotional tool, how to have a sense of security when planning your own event, and how to avoid burnout.

Episode 3: Small Time Promoter Tips w/Fortune (pt. 1)

Show Notes & Resources: http://www.passionatedj.com/pdj-003-small-time-promoter-tips-wjessica-fortune-fenner-pt-1/ In this episode, I interview Jessica Fenner, also known as “Fortune”, of A.part Music in Milwaukee. Currently producing 2 weekly parties, both in their third year, one off larger scale events and a DJ collective, Apart believes in delivering music to the community by putting the spotlight on local artists, as well as bringing world class talent to Milwaukee. As a DJ, Fortune has had the privilege of warming up the decks for the likes of Audiojack, Colette, Derrick Carter, Catz & Dogz, JT Donaldson, Gaiser, Kaskade, KiNK, Johnny Fiasco, Justin Martin, Derrick May, Pezzner, Kid Sister and Green Velvet. Jessica has been writing a compiled list of “small-time promoter tips”, and she is joining us on the podcast to share 30 of them with us! Because of all the great info that we discuss, I had to break it into two episodes. So, this episode covers the first 15 tips.

Episode 2: How To Build Buzz Instead of Hype, and Why

Show Notes and Resources: http://www.passionatedj.com/pdj-002-how-to-build-buzz-instead-of-hype-and-why/ Episode two of the talk-radio style Passionate DJ Podcast is about building buzz, whether it’s for your events, mixes, albums, or anything else you want to promote in the music scene. In this second episode, I talk about: Why you want buzz, not hype Leveraging your connections Why “shouting louder” is not the ideal way to be heard as a DJ Why having talent isn’t enough How to start building a fan base of people that matter Finding your key fans; your “ambassadors” that support your efforts

Episode 1: Introducing The Passionate DJ Podcast!

Show Notes and Resources: http://www.passionatedj.com/pdj-001-introducing-the-passionate-dj-podcast/ This is different than other DJ podcasts in that it’s conversational (not like a mixtape or DJ set). The idea is that I will talk about different aspects of DJing, hold exclusive interviews, and provide other content that you can’t find elsewhere on the blog. Hopefully we can use this new feature to help and learn from each other! Thanks so much for tuning in, and if you enjoyed it (or have any ideas on topics you’d like covered), please take a moment to let me know in the comments section below!