Calvin's Chicanery + What makes a REAL DJ?

In this edition of our Inside Track podcast, we explored whether Calvin Harris ripped off Chicane for his latest single, diving into the ongoing debate around the derivative nature of pop music sampling versus simply copying the feel or essence of a track.

Next, we discussed the importance of DJs learning to use all different types of DJ gear. With so many formats and technologies out there, versatility remains a crucial skill for any serious DJ.

Finally, we wrapped up with a conversation about the three key things that need to happen for someone to truly get hooked on DJing for life.

As ever, this was a really fun discussion, made more so by our wonderful live student audience here at Digital DJ Tips, who joined us for the recording. Thank you to them, thank you for listening, and we hope you enjoy the show.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro

00:17 Episode overview

00:59 Does Calvin Harris' new song copy Chicane?

17:25 Why DJs should be able to play on all gear

30:05 The three things that make you a DJ for life

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DJ advice, industry info, tips on gear, music, mixing, performing... this is the official podcast of Digital DJ Tips, the world's leading online DJ school, presented by Phil Morse, founder of Digital DJ Tips and author of the Amazon best-selling book on DJing, "Rock The Dancefloor!". No ads, no sponsorshop, entirely funded by our amazing students.

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