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How to DJ [Properly]: The Art and Science of Playing Records | ![How to DJ [Properly]: The Art and Science of Playing Records](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51PD290JEJL._SL160_.jpg)
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| Authors: Frank Broughton, Bill Brewster
Publisher: Bantam Press
Category: Book
List Price: £14.99
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 13594
Media: Paperback
Pages: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 7.3 x 0.8
ISBN: 0593049667
Dewey Decimal Number: 786
EAN: 9780593049662
ASIN: 0593049667
Publication Date: September 2, 2002
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Best of the lot January 13, 2005
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Right. Just bought some decks and don't know what to do with them? This is the book. I was in that position, and worried about a) being patronised (I play a number of instruments quite well), or b) bored to death by a squillion obscure labels for music I don't like (happy euro trance etc.). Having looked about, this was the only DJ book on Amazon with no negative feedback, and it's for a reason; it really is very very good, for anybody at practically any level (unless you're Cash Money or somebody). Tells you literally everything (technique, technical stuff, business, music industry), doesn't talk down to you, doesn't obsess about style. The authors tell you again and again that it's all about the music, so if that's how you're looking at it as well, I can't recommend it highly enough.
How to Dj properly - the Dj bible! June 29, 2004
Kian (Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I would have to agree like other reviewers that this is proabably one of the best, its probably the Dj bible. As expalined it starts from the very basic shape of the whole dj way down from past masters to tips from the pros in the dj world, pete tong, oakenfold, tall paul etc. It is helpful because it is clear and whilst balancing a level of honesty with the fact its not that starightforward to dj and to become a superstar! It punches out all the fills and blips and compacts them into 280pages of enjoyable read of tricks and tips. I fully recommened anyone who feels like messing with some records! (it even has tips on cd mixing too this book really is the bible for the next several years to come)
The Best DJ Book On The Market! June 21, 2004
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Not the most decorative cover, but I was desparate to find a book that would get me past basic scratching, and beatmatching. Not only did this book contain what I wanted, but also all the basics you need to make a great remix, or even your own track. It contains in depth, easy to understand descriptions, clear diagrams, pro dj quotes and advice, basicly all that a bedroom dj would ever need! The book is divided up into 4 Large chapters, with an interesting intro, and a few extras. The chapters are The Bedroom, The Dancefloor, The Masterclass, and The Industry. All are extremely helpful for a dj that's just starting out, and those who have been mixing for years! Overall, a great book, funny at points, and a big shout out to the authors Frank Broughton, and Bill Brewster. You're the best!
Fantastic June 17, 2004
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I started looking through this book at my mates when we were mixing and i usually don't bother reading books but this one is great! It gives the beginner all the tips they need to start up DJing and gives a clearer understanding of DJing to the more advanced DJ.
I did know much of it before i read the book (beat matching etc..) but this really helps to make it easier to understand and tips on how to improve.
Great book, definetly worth buying as you will read over and over.
Opens the door... March 18, 2004
Barry Hall (Stockport, CHESHIRE United Kingdom)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Reading the other reviews people seem to be calling this book the bible. I wouldn't go that far but this is without a doubt the best book I have read on Djing so far and ive read quite a few! What I like about the book is they concentrate on the philosophy of spinning records, why you should spin your records, and how to effectively. The book connects on a deeper level than just words which is one of the reasons I like it so much, It gives great tips on how to build a collection and how to find those rare classics and techniques on how to promote yourself etc; The techniques it teaches are spot on too, easy to follow though I confess I already knew most before I read it. If your new to Djing then this really is the one for you, it really is real McCoy, theres no messing about here, very humourous and one of the best structured and written books ive read and it just so happens it's one cool subject too! Youll have no regrets buying this, youll go back to it time and time again!
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