Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Recently, I spotted a bad piece of DJ advice online that got me fired up...and I knew I had to address it in this week's live lesson. Without giving too much away, let's just say it involves a DJ tutor who thinks you shouldn't bother with lessons...

In this video, I break down why this perspective is potentially harmful to aspiring DJs who genuinely want to learn the craft properly (and what to do instead). So whether you're just starting out, feeling stuck in your DJ journey, or wondering if structured training is right for you, this one's essential viewing.

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⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro + why this p*ssed me off!
01:36 Breaking down the Reddit post that sparked this...
08:32 My personal story: Learning to DJ from the heart
12:00 The five essential elements of DJing
20:36 DJs don't need "trendy" taste (it's more than clubs!)
24:12 Why being "obsessed with rules" isn't a bad thing
29:03 The three types of students at Digital DJ Tips
33:33 Why passionate teachers matter: My running coach story
36:37 DJ community questions and chat
43:14 Major announcement and final thoughts

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