Music Programming | When And When Not To Use a Remix (Video)

DJ mixing software like DEX 3 include features such as playlist creation and automix designed to make a DJs life easier, so DJs can focus on other important tasks during their gig. One of those tasks (or skills), and likely the biggest key’s to becoming a successful DJ is music programming — and it’s not about sticking to a pre-created playlist.

Mobile DJ Guru and YouTube DJ tutorial muse Brian S Redd has released countless video discussions focusing on the intricacies of music programming, and his latest video touches on when, or when not, to play remixes of popular songs.

Brian’s premise is easy to grasp:  It’s always best to play the original during most Mobile DJ events or wedding receptions as the attendees already know the music, and will likely sing along and dance.   However, if the song is popular but at a slower tempo that doesn’t lend itself to putting people on the dance floor, then insert a remixed version that will make people move.  If the gig focus is EDM or dance music, break out all the remixes — it’s time to party.

Watch Remixes at Wedding Receptions – DJ Music Programming Help  |  Brian S Redd

Other Articles

iPad DJ app

iPad DJ App | DJ DEX Update Now Available in App Store

A new update for DJ DEX, the iPad DJ app, is available in the App Store. The recently released and totally redesigned DJ DEX app for iPad has just received an update that includes multi-touch support for all features. This means you can apply effects

DEX 3 and LYRX updates

Updates Available | DEX 3.16.0.2 and LYRX 1.7.0.2 Are Ready for Download

New updates are available for both DEX 3 and LYRX. Learn more and download below! DEX 3 version 3.16.0.2 and LYRX version 1.7.0.2 are ready for download. The new maintenance releases squash a few pesky bugs and improve overall stability and performance. Free updates for

Video Tutorial | Using Autocue And How To Set Mix In And Out Points For Automix

DEX 3.4 (DJ And VJ Software) is now available for download and comes equipped with a revamped autocue feature and the ability to reset mix in and out cue points. The video tutorial below will walk you through how autocue works, and how you can