Off The Record - The DJ Podcast by Crossfader

Are DJs being replaced? And is your DJ career actually at risk? In this Off The Record Podcast, filmed at IMS Ibiza, we break down how the DJ industry is evolving, and the 5 common DJ mistakes that are holding most DJs back. With more competition, new tech, and changing standards, standing out as a DJ has never been harder. This episode gives real insight into what separates DJs who stay stuck vs...

Meet James Hype at Magazine London - August 14th https://8ea26lmng75.typeform.com/to/QkdO83SS What does it  really  take to go from a bedroom DJ to headlining stages around the world? We sit down with James Hype to break down the full journey- from early struggles and self-doubt to viral moments, chart-topping tracks, and global touring. James shares the mindset, discipline, and decisions that sha...

In this episode of 'Off The Record' Podcast, we dive deep into the art of business networking with Olivia Mancuso, offering practical networking tips for anyone looking to expand their professional circle. We discuss the importance of relationship building and how to effectively navigate gatekeeping in various industries. This discussion is crucial for personal growth and career developmen...

In this episode of 'Off The Record' Podcast, we get real with Olivia Mancuso about what it actually takes to grow as a DJ today on social media. Why are some DJs building momentum online while others stay stuck? Is it the industry… or the mindset? We break down how to build an audience on social media, create content that actually connects, turn engagement into opportunity, and adapt to th...

In this week’s Crossfader Podcast, we cover everything you need to level up your next performance. Main topic: 5 essential live set tips Know the venue  – event type, crowd, age range Plan your music  – folders, hot cues, energy flow Understand the nuance  – visuals, MCs, pyro, peak time Capture great content  – filming, angles, examples Perform with presence  – crowd engagement, movement, mic use...

In this episode, Elijah-DJ, writer and creator of the Yellow Squares, sits down to talk all things music, creativity, and the future of DJing. We cover:Buy - Close the app, make da ting https://www.amazon.co.uk/Close-App-Make-Ting-Transformative/dp/1913231798Follow Elijahhttps://www.instagram.com/eli1ah/What does it mean to be a DJ in 2026?How the Yellow Squares project went from Instagram to glob...

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The DJ To Producer Course: https://wearecrossfader.co.uk/dj-to-producer/ We’re back with a big one. There are more DJs than ever, so how do you actually stand out? After a week on the ground at Amsterdam Dance Event, we share what we saw and heard, from chats with major artists to honest conversations with students. We get into why flyers don’t grow an audience, what you should post instead, and w...

Join Crossfader for free 👉 get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey: For 20% Off DJ Courses,  Use Code: 20OFFTHERECORD DJ and producer  HANA  joins Lawrence James to talk about learning Ableton, touring with  Grimes  and  Lana Del Rey , live-streaming her  Hannadriel  album on Twitch, and evolving into a global  Anjunadeep  artist. She shares insights on creati...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:  ⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk For  20% Off  DJ Courses,  Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Every DJ stresses about gear, music, and “perfection”… but most of it doesn’t matter. In this episode of  Off The Record DJ Podcast  we break down  7 things DJs can finally stop worrying about. We also share o...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:  ⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Our CDJ-3000X review reached hundreds of thousands of DJs across social in just 24 hours, showing how big this debate is. Is it worth the upgrade?

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Essel joins us to share her wild journey from dancing and cruise ships to Ibiza residencies, Beatport number ones, and touring the world. In this unfiltered conversation, she opens up about: Starting out in...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD From bedroom DJ to building platforms that power the global dance scene - Oskar (DONT BLINK / 1001Tracklists / Songstats) has transformed the way DJs and artists grow their careers. Oskar is also half of...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD In this episode, we break down the real steps DJs need to take to land festival gigs — and how to make the most of them once you're booked. We start by explaining why we’re launching a DJ competition,...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD 🎧 In this episode, we sit down with  DJ & producer Angel Lee  to talk about her journey from the Leeds nightlife scene to playing at iconic venues like  Amnesia Ibiza  and beyond. We dive into how sh...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Join us for an electrifying deep dive into 30 years of drum & bass history with Hospital Records co-founder Chris Goss. From humble beginnings in Leeds and vinyl shops, to global domination through Ho...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD In this episode of Off The Record , Crossfader’s Lawrence James shares game-changing advice for up-and-coming DJs and producers. Recorded during a live session with Toolroom Academy, Lawrence dives deep i...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD In this episode of the Crossfader Podcast, we sit down with Olivia Mancuso - founder of  Elevated Frequencies  and business coach for DJs and music creatives. We dive deep into how DJs can build sustainab...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD In this very special episode, we sit down with one of the most respected DJs and educators in the world: DJ Angelo. From humble beginnings in the UK to becoming a global ambassador for DJ culture and tech...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Welcome back to Off The Record, the ultimate DJ podcast by Crossfader! In this packed episode, we kick things off with stories from Parklife Festival 2025 -festival sets, sound system secrets, and what ma...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Breaking that first follower/subscriber barrier can be the toughest part of being a beginner DJ. But don't worry, we have put together an easy step-by-step guide for you to follow. Topics covered: ➡️...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD From Average to Excellent: What Makes a Great DJ?Feeling stuck as “just an average DJ”? This episode is your wake-up call. We break down the real reasons DJs struggle, how to redefine success, and 5 pract...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD Off the Record: Building a DJ Career with AI (The Synth Boys Project) In this special episode of  Off the Record , the Crossfader team puts AI to the test - tasking a custom-built GPT with launching a bra...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD 🎧 Off the Record: How to Follow a Bad Headliner + Calvin Harris vs Chicane Beef In this week’s episode, the Crossfader crew dives into one of the trickiest DJ scenarios: how to take over the decks after...

Join Crossfader for free   👉  get access to lessons, resources, and your own personalised learning journey:   ⁠⁠⁠ www.wearecrossfader.co.uk ⁠⁠ For  20% Off  DJ Courses, Use Code:  20OFFTHERECORD How to Get Paid as a DJ (and Avoid Toxic Promoters) In this episode of Off the Record , we're getting real about one of the most frustrating parts of DJ life: getting paid . From shady promoters to la...