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Changui
Yupe..... Jason is one of the best DJ in Singapore..... check out his songs!
Best and Worst Salsa DJs?
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Yupe..... Jason is one of the best DJ in Singapore..... check out his songs!
SalsaGlam 2009 was a very nice event. As far as DJs, DJ Montreal was good and DJ Dola from DC was pretty good as well. DJ Geronimo from Toronto was OK, but his music was often too fast for social dancing and he played some obscure old songs that were not that great for social dancing. The DJs from Montreal were OK.
Yeah, I've heard these two b4 and they're pretty good.
DJ Mr. B is easily the best in Toronto. He's the DJ at the sunday social at dovercourt and he truly is the dancer's dj. Every song is danceable while maintaining the variety.
I was dancing in Dortmund and visited a club called Tanzen Amerikaner. The name caught my eye. I went in and it turned out to be one of the most challenging dances of my life. DJ Musik Spezialist Pablo Guadalupe would play a salsa song and in the middle of the song, he would mix in a song for cha cha before he would mix back in the original salsa song. Most of the crowd seemed to go with the flow and switch from salsa to cha cha on the fly before switching back to salsa. The transition between dances was hard but it sure was fun trying and watching others attempt the transition!!!
OneCentSalsero
Changui
Osmar P. From Yamulee is my favorite, Alot of people are still riding on DJ tono he's good but I get tired of his fast quick tracks, But I do like him. The DJ that does Chocos socials drove me away a long time ago, I forget his name, He's not bad but the setlist seemed the same after hitting the social a bunch of times.
salsera_alemana
Changui
That's a good night for me - can never have too much Marc Anthony
Ditto! That would be a rather good salsa night for me compared to what one usually gets nowadays in Germany.
Something I found at SalsaTO website:
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About DJs
Things a Good DJ Remembers
"I'll give you my perspective looking at the NYC scene. The salseros here love the older rarer tracks they've never heard of. It challenges their musicality, as opposed to hearing Rebelion for the millionth time. The older the better, and with a lot of flavor. Age and race don't play a part in music choice. Whatever you do, DON'T blend tracks. Give them a second to get out of their dips, say thank you and move on. The very hard core spots will have a healthy blend of cha cha, and some of the less hard core will throw in bachata and merengue."
Another Observation
"A DJ should play music for the crowd and not for himself. Have experienced a DJ who insisted on playing 'his' kind of salsa music even though there was no one dancing. When given feedback, he actually said it was good for us to be educated to learn to enjoy that music! He didn't last very long after that.
A DJ should also be open to comments and requests. DJ Xavier who spins at Salsa Havana on Fridays, and DJ Lee who spins at Little Havana on Saturdays are top-notch when it comes to accomodating requests from the floor - if they have it and there are no other requests pending, we'll get our song within 2-3 songs. Xavier will always have my gratitude for playing my 3 favourite songs 80% of the Fridays that I've been there.
There have also been times when I've been near the DJ console when I've realised the song is too fast / loud when it starts, called the comment to the DJ, and had it fixed straight away. That's great, because these DJ's don't make it a pride thing, like "I know better than you and who are you to tell me what to do" like one other DJ that I've encountered.
A good DJ also reads the crowd - and does not have the floor empty for more than 1 song."
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"Oh, and I agree with KP - make sure dancers can hear the ending of songs."
• SalsaTO's Observations
A DJ's music has the same value as a craftman's tool has - priceless, with years worth of acquisitions. That music reflects the DJ's own character and attracts a given crowd of dancers. It is that DJ's livelihood. Dancers and other DJs must respect this.
Dancers should not blindly ask the DJ for a copy of a given song. Asking for the group name and title of the song, so one can find it on one's own will establish a relationship of respect with the DJ. In a rare instance, the DJ may actually make a copy. If so, respect their wishes and do not copy it to Facebook or send it to one's entire email list. That DJ is entrusting one with something for one's own enjoyment. It is not something to be given away to the world.
DJs also need to respect other DJs. When two DJs share a night, the night does not have to be a clash of egos. The crowd picks up on this and it leaves them very uncomfortable. There are enough dancers and crowd for everyone to share. Make it a might to remember for the crowd and the venue owner by showcasing the best way to work the crowd.
When CDs are left out for cuing, a professional and honest DJ will not steal that other DJ's CDs, music and threaten their livlihood by copying them onto their laptop computer.
Sooner or later that theft will come back to haunt the thief. The salsa scene is not huge. That music, especially hard to find or unique tunes that were stolen will be heard elsewhere and word will get back to the DJ who suffered the theft. Being labelled a thief or being dishonest is not good for anyone or the scene. Eventually, the dancers find out. Promoters will find out too, and gigs may disappear.
If that DJ steals music, what else will they steal?
A DJ ignores the founding principles of Facebook or "the Six degrees of separation" - everyone is connected - at their peril.
=====================================
About DJs
Things a Good DJ Remembers
"I'll give you my perspective looking at the NYC scene. The salseros here love the older rarer tracks they've never heard of. It challenges their musicality, as opposed to hearing Rebelion for the millionth time. The older the better, and with a lot of flavor. Age and race don't play a part in music choice. Whatever you do, DON'T blend tracks. Give them a second to get out of their dips, say thank you and move on. The very hard core spots will have a healthy blend of cha cha, and some of the less hard core will throw in bachata and merengue."
Another Observation
"A DJ should play music for the crowd and not for himself. Have experienced a DJ who insisted on playing 'his' kind of salsa music even though there was no one dancing. When given feedback, he actually said it was good for us to be educated to learn to enjoy that music! He didn't last very long after that.
A DJ should also be open to comments and requests. DJ Xavier who spins at Salsa Havana on Fridays, and DJ Lee who spins at Little Havana on Saturdays are top-notch when it comes to accomodating requests from the floor - if they have it and there are no other requests pending, we'll get our song within 2-3 songs. Xavier will always have my gratitude for playing my 3 favourite songs 80% of the Fridays that I've been there.
There have also been times when I've been near the DJ console when I've realised the song is too fast / loud when it starts, called the comment to the DJ, and had it fixed straight away. That's great, because these DJ's don't make it a pride thing, like "I know better than you and who are you to tell me what to do" like one other DJ that I've encountered.
A good DJ also reads the crowd - and does not have the floor empty for more than 1 song."
...
"Oh, and I agree with KP - make sure dancers can hear the ending of songs."
• SalsaTO's Observations
A DJ's music has the same value as a craftman's tool has - priceless, with years worth of acquisitions. That music reflects the DJ's own character and attracts a given crowd of dancers. It is that DJ's livelihood. Dancers and other DJs must respect this.
Dancers should not blindly ask the DJ for a copy of a given song. Asking for the group name and title of the song, so one can find it on one's own will establish a relationship of respect with the DJ. In a rare instance, the DJ may actually make a copy. If so, respect their wishes and do not copy it to Facebook or send it to one's entire email list. That DJ is entrusting one with something for one's own enjoyment. It is not something to be given away to the world.
DJs also need to respect other DJs. When two DJs share a night, the night does not have to be a clash of egos. The crowd picks up on this and it leaves them very uncomfortable. There are enough dancers and crowd for everyone to share. Make it a might to remember for the crowd and the venue owner by showcasing the best way to work the crowd.
When CDs are left out for cuing, a professional and honest DJ will not steal that other DJ's CDs, music and threaten their livlihood by copying them onto their laptop computer.
Sooner or later that theft will come back to haunt the thief. The salsa scene is not huge. That music, especially hard to find or unique tunes that were stolen will be heard elsewhere and word will get back to the DJ who suffered the theft. Being labelled a thief or being dishonest is not good for anyone or the scene. Eventually, the dancers find out. Promoters will find out too, and gigs may disappear.
If that DJ steals music, what else will they steal?
A DJ ignores the founding principles of Facebook or "the Six degrees of separation" - everyone is connected - at their peril.
Here here - His music at the Sydney Salsa Congress was definitely not to my taste nor the many others I spoke to...
thanks 
btw, not sure if this fits in this thread or deserves another but do DJs who are accomplished social dancers better than those who aren't or those who don't dance?
I love DJ Seb's music (HK) and he's one smooth mover on the social dance floor as well. can't remember if i've seen mauri danced but i did like his music when I was at both the 2008 & 2009 Todo Latino Festival.
with regards to an earlier point about DJs respecting DJs, I've met a few asses, especially one particular one in the Asian region, who have no qualms "eating" into the next DJs set. I really am peeved at stuff like that.
DJs have egos that are a result of the pride they take in their work. trouble is that many let it get to their heads. at the end of the day, if the dancing crowd ain't happy, no reputation is going to save you.
i don't dj as regularly now as i did before so this does allow me to get "away" with not entertaining all requests when i "guest". however, most times I'm very accommodating but there are nights where the devil gets my ear >
on a related note, I personally believe that DJs are a very important part in the advancement of the quality of dancing in any local scene. local bands have limited abilities because of the time needed by them to pick up new songs. DJs just need to pop in a CD or their iPod. instructors may teach the skills but if DJs don't, regularly, challenge or inspire the crowd with good/challenging music (and not bubble gum pop), dancers will not be inspired or pushed to dance better. if u have bubble gum pop salsa, u will dance bubble gum pop salsa.
J
btw, not sure if this fits in this thread or deserves another but do DJs who are accomplished social dancers better than those who aren't or those who don't dance?
I love DJ Seb's music (HK) and he's one smooth mover on the social dance floor as well. can't remember if i've seen mauri danced but i did like his music when I was at both the 2008 & 2009 Todo Latino Festival.
with regards to an earlier point about DJs respecting DJs, I've met a few asses, especially one particular one in the Asian region, who have no qualms "eating" into the next DJs set. I really am peeved at stuff like that.
DJs have egos that are a result of the pride they take in their work. trouble is that many let it get to their heads. at the end of the day, if the dancing crowd ain't happy, no reputation is going to save you.
i don't dj as regularly now as i did before so this does allow me to get "away" with not entertaining all requests when i "guest". however, most times I'm very accommodating but there are nights where the devil gets my ear >
on a related note, I personally believe that DJs are a very important part in the advancement of the quality of dancing in any local scene. local bands have limited abilities because of the time needed by them to pick up new songs. DJs just need to pop in a CD or their iPod. instructors may teach the skills but if DJs don't, regularly, challenge or inspire the crowd with good/challenging music (and not bubble gum pop), dancers will not be inspired or pushed to dance better. if u have bubble gum pop salsa, u will dance bubble gum pop salsa.
J
thanks
btw, not sure if this fits in this thread or deserves another but do DJs who are accomplished social dancers better than those who aren't or those who don't dance?
I love DJ Seb's music (HK) and he's one smooth mover on the social dance floor as well. can't remember if i've seen mauri danced but i did like his music when I was at both the 2008 & 2009 Todo Latino Festival.
with regards to an earlier point about DJs respecting DJs, I've met a few asses, especially one particular one in the Asian region, who have no qualms "eating" into the next DJs set. I really am peeved at stuff like that.
DJs have egos that are a result of the pride they take in their work. trouble is that many let it get to their heads. at the end of the day, if the dancing crowd ain't happy, no reputation is going to save you.
i don't dj as regularly now as i did before so this does allow me to get "away" with not entertaining all requests when i "guest". however, most times I'm very accommodating but there are nights where the devil gets my ear >
on a related note, I personally believe that DJs are a very important part in the advancement of the quality of dancing in any local scene. local bands have limited abilities because of the time needed by them to pick up new songs. DJs just need to pop in a CD or their iPod. instructors may teach the skills but if DJs don't, regularly, challenge or inspire the crowd with good/challenging music (and not bubble gum pop), dancers will not be inspired or pushed to dance better. if u have bubble gum pop salsa, u will dance bubble gum pop salsa.
J
good post!
I just got back from a salsa night where Henry Knowles was the guest DJ. From tonight's experience all I can say is I'm not a fan. He started his first set with 4 Michael Jackson songs, 2 reggeaton and 2 merengues. Then he played some salsa, most of them really fast and mixed.
The second set he played more salsa but again he picked some really bubblegum salsa and mixed of salsa and reggeaton. I could tell I was not the only one dissapointed I saw a lot of dancers with the "WTF look".
The second set he played more salsa but again he picked some really bubblegum salsa and mixed of salsa and reggeaton. I could tell I was not the only one dissapointed I saw a lot of dancers with the "WTF look".
I doubt it. Mauri doesn't dance at all, but he is an incredible DJ and he really knows how to play for dancers.
I already said my piece about this guy. Surprised he continues to perpetrate a fraud. The guy in this vid reminds me of Mr. Knowles:
youtube.com/watch?v=ZjqWiBYuUIw&feature=related
I think you have the wrong Mauri. The Dj that I am taling about is DJ Mauri from Holland and I am pretty sure that he doesn't dance salsa and certainly doesn't teach!!