How to overcome nervousness and anxiety before a gig
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- Опубліковано 4 січ 2019
- Nervousness before gigs is a real issue for some DJs. How can you overcome that feeling? Let's talk about it.
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Bruhhh you never disappoint. Same issue I get as trying to be Perfect kicks in the nerves. I get worried that other dj’s might judge my transition.
Don’t worry about what other people/DJs think. They’ve all been in the same position as you
This is exactly why I stopped performing in front of a live audience. I couldn’t get over it. I was a week before the gig already nervous. So I figured I’m not that kind of DJ. I’m a hobby dj and that suits me fine. I collect records and give them a spin at home. Not everyone is a professional dj. But perhaps I was too young. Now I am a bit older and I trust my skills a lot more.
You could always give it another try now
That's part of the fun, the excitement and nervousness. Some pro Djs say the feeling never truly goes away. I like to go live on fb to try and get used to the "pressure". Good luck!!
Hey Brother you have the experience and the time put in in practice at home you have gained skills and knowledge so why not try to put yourself out there and try a gig or go live...before I did my live gigs in clubs I would do Live shows on social media to kind of get over those nerves and get a little more comfortable having a crowd!!
DJTLM I know this video is a little older now but I've been learning to DJ for about 6 or 7 months now (always loved the art only bought equipment 7 months ago) but recently played my first party for people I didn't know. I watched this video a couple days before the gig and it helped me so much in just relying on what I've been practicing. You have plenty other videos that have helped as well so keep up the good work. I followed and subscribed to your content everywhere I could as I've started my journey
That’s great!👍🏾👍🏾
My first gig. I was shaking like a leaf. I was worrying about others critiquing....I never wanted anyone to talk to me.....now I am anxious but it's more of an eagerness to play because I love it so much!!!
i dj in a small cafe in London but everytime before i start i am nervous.It starts when i am getting ready on the day.Once i am a few tunes in i start to relax.It varies in intensity but never to the point of being unable to work.I think anyone that gets up in front of a crowd and performs in any way has to deal with this but if a set goes well the joy afterwards is so worth it
I’m the opposite I just deejayed a Mexican retirement party all Spanish music didn’t know any of music and I was relaxed. Now when I DJ hip hop r&b I get nervous lol.
I did a Spanish party and was even more nervous.....I wanted to transition early but since I didn't understand the language I waited longer into the song until transitioning....lol
Words of wisdom love it .respect
I appreciate you, man. Seriously needed this. Thank you! Keep up the awesome content!!
Appreciate your video bro, it does help knowin its not jus me feeling a certain way before a gig.
Thank you so much for all of your videos, DJ TLM! You are the man! As a beginner DJ, I learned a lot from your advices and they have helped me so much! Thank you and keep up the amazing job, man :)
Great video. Im watching this video just before I go on to crush this holiday party. Definitely needed this 💪🏽
Man I wish few DJs who need to watch this cause I know few of them who really need to check this out specially if they doing a event front of the crowds for the 1st time I'm goin save it and send this to few of them salute TLM
Thanks for the nervous advice!
I needed this Thank You
Man...I needed that advice. Ive been doing small house parties and get togethers with little to no nervousness. But tonight will be a party that will be held at a local bar. So it feels like a party/audition, because the bar owners will be there. So i was more nervous today than ever before. Im glad you shed some light on this subject. Salute!
whatever you do, don't accept a dab of MDMA off your mate just before you're about to go on, I learnt that the hard way, lol
Sounds like a bad idea indeed! :)
😄or a new strain of bud..
Good point
first time when I performed in 2017 with Ableton n Midi, I just went blank literally...
Yo TLM my brother I am truly appreciative of all your videos you continue to teach me a lot and I look forward to continuing gaining knowledge and advice from you! You said It there is really no time that you're not going to have those nerves the pre game jitters happens but once you put on those headphones and you press play all that disappears.. Enjoy everything have fun and just yourself! Love is Love Dj Dax Boogie
Thanks for this
Nice video on a subject I was dealing with for years but now for me if i don't get that jittery feeling before a gig then i start to worry and also how close we to being able to own some of those FRESH tshirts #ShareTheKnowledge
Very good advice. Excellently done. I have interest in becoming a DJ someday. This video of yours has really helped me a great deal because I was concerned about being nervous and making a mistake, due to my lack of experience.
Low key this made me tear up lol. Thanks for the advice!!
Thanks Bro
I’m never usually nervous but I’m a wreck over tonight’s New Year’s Eve gig lol it’s my second time playing the new drums. I get more nervous playing in my hometown in front of people I know I think.
How did it go??
@@djTLMtv I was psyched up over nothing man it went pretty good I had to remind myself every party is a whole different vibe. It got kinda dead at the end but everyone enjoyed the music I play drums in a band
You hit it right on the nail DJ TLM...also, I agree with buddy...what's up with a purchase of your shirts..man I wanna support you also!!!
GOAT
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With streaming being so popular where do you see the future of DJING say in 5 to 10 years?
Awesome video
You're the man..
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awesome video, really made me confident about my future gigs
Great!
Thanks, bro, this helped me a lot really appreciate I have made so many mistakes but i keep practicing and watch your videos and I know i will be a better Dj.
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@@djTLMtv I used to be a nervous wreck because I hate waiting and so my mind keeps churning and churning these what-ifs. But as the years went by I decided to embrace it, as everyone gets butterflies and nerves no matter what situation and now I tell myself it's 'showtime' and fight through it!!
Are you still doing those scratch contests? Iv seen a few from a while back. Was gonna try to get on one soon if u was still doing it.
#Dope topic! I think almost everyone has those jitters. Luckily nowadays most of the gigs I do nowadays are in my zone #OlSkool, so usually by the second track, I'm in my element and in my zone, and feed off the crowd. But yeah, with gigs where I play for a new or different crowd that is diverse and different genres, I get nervous about it coz no DJ wants to suck so you worry about keeping the party going. In the beginning it used to break me when I got a slot and the dancefloor would empty while I was playing, hahaha. But yeah, like you say, stick to what you do best, and most importantly read and feed off the crowd.
I get nervous before performing, but it’s a nervousness I love and it makes me want to perform more, it’s like nervous adrenaline. If you get what I mean? 😅
I get it💯
good video
DJ TLM. RESPECT! I am a new DJ out of VA. I go by the name of DJ GEE. I'm still practicing and learning The Craft. I had a question that I'm hoping you can do share the knowledge podcast on. The difference between matching bpm's and matching the temple. Is there a difference? I know the song needs to be at least the same BPM or the same range when mixing. But is that it? I get confused if the temple has to be the same to make the right blend. Your help on this will be greatly appreciated.
Hi GEE, bpm (beats per minute) is the indication of the tempo. To beatmatch you match the tempo of the two tracks by matching the bpm. Hope that clears it up
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Can you talk about how to do a DJ Bio? Good content by the way!
Let me see what I can do 👍🏽
I have been djing for 2 years now. I don't listen to the radio that much anymore and I am finding it a bit difficult to keep up with music new music in all genres. Any tips on how to keep my library updated
Do you play all genres when you DJ? If not, then only focus on the ones you actually play. If you do play everything, start with the genres you play the most.
The best things to do to stay up to date is by going to the type of events you would play at (or like to play at) yourself and listen and look. Hear what’s being played and watch how the crowd reacts.
Looking at the trend/top pages on DJ pools can give you an idea. Follow playlists with new music on Spotify/Tidal, etc.
If you feel that you need to know what’s new or hot you’ll have to put in the work
@@djTLMtv Well I do play at some events where I am able to play all genres. Recently I was at a event where there was a dj telling me what genres to play and it kinda threw me off a bit and I felt like I couldn't get into my own groove with someone over my shoulder and he was constantly like can you play new reggae (I have alot of reggae in my library but I have alot of old school reggae) This brings me to a another question have u ever had to deal with people telling you what to play and if you have,how have you handled being in that situation.
VKYSmallz this is where having a 21,22 daughters and 19 yr old son come in handy lol
@@Dj_rueboi unfortunately I don't have a 21,22 year old son/daughter I am only 29
I use spotify or you tube type in todays hits ie hiphop, dance, alternative, country etc.... also word of mouth helps alot dont be afraid to ask people... teens know more than you ask them lol...