ONE28: The Ultimate Music Request App for DJs

Music requests are always important for clients and guests, and sometimes incredibly annoying for us DJs. Having to work through playlists (usually Spotify) of up to 200 tracks for private events is often tedious and unpaid work from home. Since I'm always up-to-date with new technologies and innovations... Read more

The downsides of Spotify: The problem of fake artists and their presence in various playlists

Since I started producing music myself again in 2020 and am therefore represented on all the major streaming platforms, my attention is repeatedly drawn to Spotify, the dominant streaming service, and its questionable practices. The ARD Mediathek (ARD Media Library) offers the mini-series "Dirty Little Secrets," which examines precisely these Spotify practices... Read more

The Aslice Foundation: Revolutionary impulses for the music business

Those of you who subscribed to Traktor Pro to use the additional features probably noticed something new in the last update. Since Traktor version 3.9.0, you can now send your evening playlist to ASLICE. There you can also... Read more

Bees in urban habitats: Small pollinators of great importance to the city

Nach meinem Umzug innerhalb von München, darf ich ja nun schon seit über einem Jahr einen Garten mein eigen nennen. Außerdem ist eine Seite des neuen Zuhauses komplett mit Wein bewachsen. Das führt dazu, wenn die Blütezeit des Wein anbricht immer sehr viel Getümmel an dieser Hauswand ist, wie man sehr schön in dem kleinen ... Weiterlesen

IBIZA SERENITY - New DJ Set

It's been a long time since I last played, but I've finally found some time to record and present a new DJ set for you... "IBIZA SERENITY - Deep House Delight" is an exceptional DJ set carefully curated by DJ Robert James Perkins to touch your soul and transport you to... Read more

TRETTMANN in Munich

In March, the time had finally come, and the Trettmann concert was just around the corner. I'd been looking forward to it since last year, and I have to say I wasn't disappointed. A sold-out concert hall, a minimalist stage, a powerful sound, and all the hits you know, performed brilliantly live and supported by the visuals. What a fantastic evening... Read more

SAE Institute Munich

It's often said in rural areas that an old dog can't learn new tricks. Firstly, I don't feel or am not yet old enough to rest on my laurels. Secondly, I want to professionalize my skills in music production and also get to know the current industry trends. Therefore, I will... Read more

Blockchain and NFT in music streaming

I found myself back in Ingolstadt to talk to an old friend about music production and the music business. Things are happening in this field, driven by new technology. The music industry has changed dramatically in recent years, especially with the rise of music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. Read more...

The diesel driving ban in Munich: A look at the effects and opinions

In München wurde im vergangenen Jahr ein Fahrverbot für Diesel-Fahrzeuge eingeführt, um die Luftqualität in der Stadt zu verbessern. Das Verbot betrifft die komplette Innenstadt inkl. des mittleren Ringes. Viele Bürger begrüßen diese Maßnahme, da sie die Gesundheit und Umwelt verbessern soll. Andere jedoch kritisieren das Verbot als unverhältnismäßig und beklagen sich über Einschränkungen bei ... Weiterlesen

Musical trends at weddings in 2023: From classical to pop

The wedding ceremony and reception are special events in a couple's life, and choosing the right music plays a crucial role. In 2023, several interesting trends emerged in wedding music. Classical music: Classical pieces such as Pachelbel's "Canon in D" or Schubert's "Ave Maria"... Read more

Spotify and the audiobooks

In 2022, I was at the Frankfurt Book Fair again, and there was once again a lot of new and interesting things to see, and there will be one or two articles about it. Because of my musical activities, I took some time for this particular article, as I believe something comparable exists here... Read more

Most played Songs in 2022

Nach dem ganzen Corona Gelumse war das Jahr 2022 endlich mal wieder ein Jahr wo man Party machen durfte und konnte. Zwar noch mit etwas angezogener Handbremse aber es war schon fast wieder wie vor dem C. Deshalb gab es in 2020 und 2021 auch keine "Most Played" von diesen Jahren von mir, da es ... Weiterlesen

Streaming for DJs - a self-test

As a full-time DJ for all kinds of events (except German pop, après-ski, and party music – I'm totally out of that scene), I rely on new music. I receive promotional tracks and then compile the latest songs myself from various sources. Since streaming has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, and also... Read more

Sennheiser IE 100 PRO

Headphones are one of the essential tools for a DJ to do a good job. Since I was on the road a lot again in 2022, it's crucial for me to play with good headphones. Firstly, because if the sound quality isn't right, I'll be done with them after three or four gigs... Read more

Sustainability in the event industry

During the pandemic, everything was kind of at a standstill, and people were more focused on survival than on new developments and innovations. Personally, I used the time to produce my own music and launch two record labels into the music industry. Therefore, everything related to the events industry was... Read more
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