Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Ever wondered where DJs get their music from? If you're brand new, returning to DJing from a break, or think you might be missing a trick with music discovery methods, this lesson is for you! Watch on for the truth about DJ music discovery in 2026, plus solid gold tips for building a great library...
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⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro
02:38 Where DJs get their music: overview + what to expect
03:11 Music streaming (Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport...)
07:29 Why serious DJs don't use streaming
13:38 The playlist pyramid explained (and a word of warning)
15:52 Where to buy mainstream digital music
17:12 Specialist download stores worth using
18:27 DJ download pools: Remixes, edits, acapellas and more
21:13 Physical music still matters!
25:06 Tips for building a great DJ music library
28:04 Grab your free copy of Rock The Dancefloor!
28:47 DJ community chat and questions
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👉 Music courtesy of our friends at mastermixdj.com
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Ever wondered where DJs get their music from? If you're brand new, returning to DJing from a break, or think you might be missing a trick with music discovery methods, this lesson is for you! Watch on for the truth about DJ music discovery in 2026, plus solid gold tips for building a great library...
Read the full guide: digitaldjtips.com/where-djs-get-their-music
⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro
02:38 Where DJs get their music: overview + what to expect
03:11 Music streaming (Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport...)
07:29 Why serious DJs don't use streaming
13:38 The playlist pyramid explained (and a word of warning)
15:52 Where to buy mainstream digital music
17:12 Specialist download stores worth using
18:27 DJ download pools: Remixes, edits, acapellas and more
21:13 Physical music still matters!
25:06 Tips for building a great DJ music library
28:04 Grab your free copy of Rock The Dancefloor!
28:47 DJ community chat and questions
Gear up with official school merch! digitaldjtips.threadless.com
👉 How Digital DJ Tips is funded: djtips.co/funding
👉 The proven five-step formula for DJing like a pro: djtips.co/book
👉 Want our free DJ training and guides for beginners? Sign up here: digitaldjtips.com/join
👉 Music courtesy of our friends at mastermixdj.com
Every DJ course you'll ever need, unlocked for life ✅ djtips.co/access-all-areas
Want more DJ info?
▶ Take an online DJ course: djtips.co/courses
▶ Read "Rock The Dancefloor!": digitaldjtips.com/rock-the-dancefloor
▶ Get DJ Gear reviews & news: digitaldjtips.com
▶ Join The Global DJ Network: djtips.co/global
▶ Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/digitaldjtips
▶ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/digitaldjtips
▶ Follow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@UCcGypazPypWJ2K5ig_c7LyQ
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