So, Ive got this gig lined up which is 'residents' only, basically all the local talent of the dubstep and dnb scene over 2 rooms.
Theres a lot of DJ's on and I only expect a 45 minuite time slot early in the night, which isnt much, but enough to put down a decent set.
Now, being a product of DJTT, I know my DJ 10 commandments and adhere to them as much as possible. The trouble is, the other guys dont. I'm totally expecting the first guy to start with the most distgusting peak time jump-up/drumstep/wobble-shit you can imagine and thrash the mixer into oblivion.
Leaving me feeling pissed off that the liquid dnb set I'd planned to warm up the room gently for the headliner, is pretty much pointless now.
This is one of the problems with nights like this, everyone wants to shine, everyone wants the most memorable set and biggest love from the audience.
So, the dilemma:
A. I smash the shit outta the room & put down all the best recent bangers & classics in an attempt to outdo them at their own game.
B. I take a step back and professionally do my job.
Both have their benefits and pitfalls. I might impress enough people with a smasher of a set to land some late night spots in the local scene. Then again, saving the energy for the DJ's after me might be really appreciated. Or maybe just overlooked.
Quite the conundrum.
So, DJTT, help me understand which is the better option and why.
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