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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 8:00 am
by dubloke
I'll DJ for free for anyone in the summer I just want the experience.... Check my sig for a mix
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 8:39 am
by spooKs
epithet wrote:seckle wrote:ugly.
And just what the fuck is that supposed to mean ? Mods or admin shouldn't have an opinion unless it's qualified. IMHO
what's actually WRONG with you epiphet? having a tough time at home?
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 8:43 am
by gwa
i remember reading a kode9 interview and he was saying something about most of the big time producers / djs still have full time jobs. So i wouldnt say alot
I also remember him saying that what he earns from record labels and nights just usually gets spent on more equipment pocket money kinda thing.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:03 am
by epithet
spooKs wrote:epithet wrote:seckle wrote:ugly.
And just what the fuck is that supposed to mean ? Mods or admin shouldn't have an opinion unless it's qualified. IMHO
what's actually WRONG with you epiphet? having a tough time at home?
How about i spam every thread and just post one word "ugly ", would you like that ? NOW DO YOU GET IT ?
look bro, if you got a problem i suggest you see a counsellor so please stay on topic or STFU

Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:36 am
by shonky
I got paid £100 on new years eve, taxi to and from the venue and free booze and drugs all evening (and god knows I caned that hospitality).
I can't even mix properly either

Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:46 am
by dolly
Shonky wrote:
I can't even mix properly either


Jokes!
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:11 am
by rekordah
spooKs wrote:
what's actually WRONG with you epiphet?
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:16 am
by ufo over easy
is it the return of dubmugga? he's from NZ anyway.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:26 am
by ikarai
nah not verbose enough. pretty stupid topic right here; surely if you really wanna know, ring their agents and get quotes. most amateur ppl i know are happy enough to dj for free anyhow, as it should be.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:33 am
by koose
when i used to float around the dnb dj scene as long as it didn't cost me to do it i was a happy man. free drinks, few quid for train if needed etc. i had a full time job anyway and preferred it like that, i didn't want it to become a chore.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:37 am
by powerpill
if your cutting dubs on a weekly(ish) basis then you have to think how much that is costing you. 30/dub x however many you cut isnt cheap. alot of guys dont do it for money and im sure most dj's will understand this. making REAL money out of doing music is pretty rare these days. depends what gig your playing though.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:49 am
by epithet
I dont want quotes for DJ's. Just curious as to how much some of the clubs pay. Like does fabric have a standard fee or is it dependent on what the agent asks for ? Eg do you get more for playing the main room, less for room 2 and even less for room 3 and how do they set fees ?According to a DJ's profile in the scene ?
Must be hard to determine a DJ's worth.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:50 am
by ufo over easy
it's not up to the club.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:02 am
by billy blanks
quite a ridiculous response to this thread. why is it such heresy to be intrigued by potential differences in attitudes towards dj fees between countries. i'm certainly interested. i'd love to know if there are certain places in the country/world where the dynamic between dj's and promoters/punters is distinct, and how that reflects itself in dj fees, the atmosphere surrounding gigs and nights out, the use and role of agents, and a whole host of other outcomes which are obviously correlated with the musical/promotional norms of the area.
why is this 'ugly' to speak of? there's no ill-intent in my intrigue surrounding these sorts of things. the music which is made will always be a function of the context in which it was made, and imo a crucial aspect of that context is the logistical side of club nights i.e. fees.
bristol is a nice example. the whole ethos in bristol is distinct from anywhere else i have had associations with. obviously this is down to an infinite number of reasons, but i feel speaking/thinking of the costs surrounding dj's is one area which helps give an insight iinto these differentials in vibe.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:15 am
by chef
How longs a piece of string.
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:17 am
by bribkin
Chef wrote:How longs a piece of string.
as long as a lady's skirt not so short as to be rude and not so long as to be boring
i think this thread is rude, not in a good way
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:32 am
by beatkingz
ive heard of Dubstep dj's (which i wont name) requesting over 5,000 £ for a 1 hour new years eve set in California...respect if they can pull those kind of funds...
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:34 am
by beatkingz
bribkin wrote:Chef wrote:How longs a piece of string.
as long as a lady's skirt not so short as to be rude and not so long as to be boring
good quote
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:39 am
by dj heny.g
Threads like this will make me stay away from dis forum, it could only be sum1 that's signed up recently (jan 2008) that could come up with a thread like this, no disrespect tho that person, but i feel this thread is an insult to dj's who work hard in the scene!
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:40 am
by markle
How much do you get paid?