Slinging vinyl is sexy, no doubt about it. Black wax has a certain je ne sais quoi that tickles those nostalgic neurons deep in our psyche, creating a visceral connection that draws us into the experience of DJing, whether it's as a spectator or a performer. Watching great DJs manipulate a disc gives you the feeling that their hands are actually on the music and you're right there in that moment with them.
In contrast, if spinning discs is sexy, then punching keys and clicking mice is the extreme opposite. Truly, there's nothing more snooze-worthy than a DJ who looks like he's checking his e-mail during a gig, so anything that gets your hands off the laptop and back on vinyl (or CDs) is a good thing when you're trying to thrill the crowd. A big part of pulling off a great gig is visual showmanship — getting into it and looking like you're actually doing something up there in that booth isn't just fun, it's a critical element in delivering a memorable performance.
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In contrast, if spinning discs is sexy, then punching keys and clicking mice is the extreme opposite. Truly, there's nothing more snooze-worthy than a DJ who looks like he's checking his e-mail during a gig, so anything that gets your hands off the laptop and back on vinyl (or CDs) is a good thing when you're trying to thrill the crowd. A big part of pulling off a great gig is visual showmanship — getting into it and looking like you're actually doing something up there in that booth isn't just fun, it's a critical element in delivering a memorable performance.
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