As you might’ve noticed, there isn’t a lot of action going on at DJ-Follower. That’s because a team of developers, editors and visionaries is working on the blueprint of the new and better DJ following platform.
We are creating an unique concept that will bring you closer to the DJs than ever before. As it has come to be, the relationship between the fan and the artist has changed. Back in the day, the way music lovers connected with their superstars was different. You would read about the rock-star in tabloids, at a concert you maybe had a brief moment where you could ask for autograph, but nevertheless there was a huge division between the music fan and the idol. All the opportunities of the bygone era have remained, but the superstars haven’t stayed the same. DJ is replacing the rock super groups, filling the stadiums with vast number of people night in and night out. But after the show, you’ll have the possibility to sit back the next day. You’ll relax and give your positive or negative feedback, photos, shout-outs to the DJ via Twitter, Facebook, Google+. The DJ engages in this conversation by responding to the comments, in turn sharing his experience from the point of view behind decks.This leads us to asking: who’s following who?
The DJ is like a multi-tasking conductor who tells the musicians - go fast, go slow, more bass, less treble. But unlike the conductor whose recreating sheet music, the DJ also orchestrates the feelings of the music lovers. Or does he? Maybe it’s the other way around, and the crowd’s collective flow determines what the DJ does. In a sense there isn’t much to gain from strictly defining the relationship between YOU and the DJ. That’s because there isn’t a clear division between these two entities. As the head is influenced by the feelings of the body, the body is influenced by the ideas of the head. In this respect - the head being the DJ - it is all the more important how the body feels. Electronic dance music, after all, is something that’s enjoyed intuitively rather than intellectually.
Inspired by these thoughts, we are creating not just a web magazine, but a platform to further the interconnection between DJs and music lovers. Don’t get us wrong, we aren’t just about the big league. We are also in constant look for upcoming talent. By following newcomers, we will help them along the path that they have chosen.
By developing the site in both English and Spanish, we will guarantee that it can be read in two of the most spoken languages after Mandarin. In addition to bringing you the latest news, music and feature stories, we have a lot of surprises in store. Expect great things early in Autumn!
If you are a blog writer, a music journalist in the making or a DJ-producer on the rise, you have the special opportunity to be a part of the re-launching of DJ-Follower! Get in touch so we could discuss collaboration and business ideas: [email protected]