DJ for Christmas parties
Robert James Perkins provides music for your company Christmas party in Munich, from reception and dinner to the dance floor. Enquire about your date.
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Summer break
Yes, I'm taking a break, a summer break. After writing a blog post every week for several years and being active on social media daily for the past three years, I'm simply taking some time off. Exhausted and tired, I'll now recharge my batteries, work on new songs, write lyrics, new... Read more
Almost 40 years of DJ experience: What has really changed?
From vinyl to streaming – four decades of change behind the decks. When I took my first steps as a DJ almost 40 years ago, the music world was completely different. Vinyl records, cassettes, and later CDs dominated everyday life. Music had to be bought, transported, and painstakingly cataloged. Today, a laptop or USB stick is often all it takes to access thousands of songs... Read more
Open Format DJing: Why genre boundaries are becoming less important
The days when DJs had to strictly adhere to a single music genre are long gone. While house DJs used to play house, hip-hop DJs exclusively urban music, and German pop DJs inhabited their own world, a trend is increasingly gaining traction today: open format DJing. The ability to combine different musical styles and adapt flexibly to... Read more
AI in music production: Useful tool or creativity killer?
Between Inspiration and Automation: What Role Does Artificial Intelligence Play in Modern Music Production? Artificial intelligence has permeated almost all creative fields in recent years. Music production is also changing rapidly. Tools like ChatGPT, SUNO, Udio, iZotope Ozone, LANDR, and AI-powered stem separation promise faster workflows, new creative possibilities, and professional results. But the question arises... Read more
Why live instruments make electronic music more emotional
When electronic music meets real performance. Electronic music thrives on groove, atmosphere, and energy. But despite perfect productions and modern DJ technology, many people yearn for something that goes beyond mere beats: for emotions, spontaneity, and a genuine connection with the audience. This is precisely where live instruments like saxophone, percussion, or vocals come into play. More and more... Read more
Volume at clubs, open-air events or private parties
Because as a DJ I'm always playing in different venues, and many DJ colleagues have left a trail of destruction in terms of volume, and it's really starting to get on my nerves, I feel compelled to write this blog post. So that those colleagues who are always too loud or think musical quality comes from volume... Read more
Carnival in Venice in Munich
The Carnival of Venice is more than just a historical festival. For centuries, it has stood for transformation, for playing with identity, and for a special freedom possible only under the protection of a mask. It's not about volume or spectacle, but about atmosphere, suggestion, and elegance. This is precisely the spirit that the event "Carnival in Venice" captures... Read more
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Wishing you all a happy, successful and healthy New Year 2026 and lots of great new music and fantastic events, concerts and happenings!!!
Electronic music and the future of the festival
The world of electronic music is constantly changing – and with it, the festival culture. In 2025, we will experience an exciting mix of technological innovations, new sustainability concepts, and a growing need for immersive experiences. Festivals have long since become more than just music events – they are global meeting places, cultural hotspots, and testing grounds for digital technologies. ... Read more
The most important tools and software for Open Format DJs
Open format DJs will be more central to event and club culture in 2025 than ever before. Whether weddings, festivals, corporate events, or clubs – the ability to flexibly switch between genres like house, hip-hop, R&B, techno, pop, or Afrobeats makes open format DJing one of the most sought-after disciplines. To enable DJs worldwide to perfectly execute their sets, ... Read more
The right sound technology
In Munich's vibrant club and event scene, choosing the right sound technology plays a crucial role. Whether in a legendary techno club, on an open-air stage during the summer, or at exclusive corporate events: a DJ set stands or falls on sound quality. For DJs, producers, and event organizers, it is therefore essential to have the best tools and systems... Read more
Preparing for a DJ set
A DJ set at a major festival is the highlight of a career for many artists from Munich and around the world. Thousands of people, an impressive stage, and a world-class sound system—all of this demands perfect preparation. But how does a DJ best prepare for a festival set so that the energy is right, the audience is thrilled...? Read more
Why sustainable music production is important
Sustainability is no longer just a trend, but a necessity – also in music production. Especially in a city like Munich, considered a creative hotspot for electronic music, DJs, and producers, the topic of environmentally conscious music production is gaining increasing importance. Artists today are not only faced with the challenge of working in sonically innovative ways, ... Read more
