social media often doesn’t acknowledge.”


“Secondly, look inward. This is a crucial first step and will guide you and define your goals. If this is really something you want to do, ask yourself these three questions: 1. Why do I want to do this? 2. What can I do to get there? and 3. Am I willing to put in the time, and effort and fully dedicate myself to my craft in order to achieve my goals and manifest my dreams?”


hat it can strike at any time and r it! So go out there and get inspired.”


“Third, get to work. Go hear your favourite DJs. Go hear unknown DJs. Dig through online charts and vinyl crates. Reach out to your favourite labels requesting access to early releases via promo pools (the answer is always yes from me and Kuukou!). Rent or buy equipment so you don’t have to rely on others to “practice”. Download Ableton, even as a free trial, if you can’t yet afford a copy and just play around. Start. You don’t need crazy hardware for that. You don’t need any, to be honest. When I started, my budget constraints pushed me to master Ableton’s basic features—that DAW is amazing and can do absolutely anything. I had no hardware when I started and access to an “extra” VST key from a producer friend was a golden tic- ket. There are many free VSTs and royalty-free samples available online. It’s one search away.”


“And promote yourself. Share your accomplishments. Ask for


Promoting oneself, seeking feedback, networking, and actively


feedback/advice. engaging with


the music scene are practical steps that can significantly


contribute to growth.”


“Lastly, be kind to yourself. Like healing, success, and growth are not linear. You will make mistakes. A lot of them. You will make music that sounds terrible and music (or elements thereof) that sounds great. Let that output motivate you. And take every NO as an opportunity. I can’t tell you how many NOs I’ve heard along the way. If I’d given up, my budding career at the time would have lasted two months and I would have never reached even my most basic goals. Don’t give up. You deserve it.”


“The beauty of inspiration is that it can strike at any time and when it does, you’d better be ready for it! So go out there and get inspired.”


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