WHY WE DJ - A DJsounds Documentary
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6 жыл бұрынIn a revealing new documentary investigating the reality of what being a professional DJ is really like, from the hype and parties to relentless touring and the toll that can take on both physical and mental health.
Following the success of last year's ‘The Underground Sound of Paris’, ‘Why We DJ’ delves deep into the psyche of the DJ, exploring the motivations that drive people to pursue a career behind the decks in the first place and the effects it can have.
In refreshingly candid interviews from artist managers, tour managers, Psychologists, music industry professionals and DJs including Carl Cox, Luciano, Seth Troxler, B.Traits, Ben Pearce and Pete Tong MBE we hear stories of the lofty highs and plunging lows DJs can experience on a daily basis.
‘Why We DJ’ provides an honest look at the lives of professional DJs from the point of view of the people subjected to a heavy schedule of travel, sleep deprivation and creative pressure, whilst constantly under the social media spotlight.
For the first time, the film examines how DJs can suffer from conditions such as imposter syndrome, opening up the discussion about the sometimes-dark places artists can easily find themselves in when they’re off stage.
Soundtrack (in order of appearance):
1. North Shore - B.Traits // In.Toto
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2. The Magic Room (Dino Lenny & Seth Troxler Re-edit) - Dino Lenny & Doorly // Play It Say It
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3. No Escape (Stephan Macias remix) - Fraser Stuart // Under No Illusion
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3. Oenologue - Luciano // Cadenza Records
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4. Fran Left Home - Luciano // Cadenza Records
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5. Junkyard Tool - Seth Troxler // Tuskegee Music
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6. Bloom - Robert Babicz (Oliver Schories remix) // Traum Schallplatten
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7. Loving You (instr) - Lane 8 // Just Isn't Music
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8. Middle - Ben Pearce // Different Records & PIAS
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9. Transit - Ben Pearce // Different Records & PIAS
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10. Death in Venice - TadlR // Armadillo Records
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11. Curious Heart - Robert Babicz // Traum Schallplatten
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12. Still Points - B.Traits // In.Toto
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@MrBrancomusic 6 жыл бұрын
This documentary talks about how difficult DJ's lives are and oddly after watching this documentary i want to become a DJ even more!!
@olympiacoaching 6 жыл бұрын
Working as a DJ includes a unique set of challenges. After years of working in the music industry behind the scenes, I totally understand the problems faced by artists, which is why I now help them find balance and avoid burnout. Thanks for this necessary documentary!
@mitchiemasha 6 жыл бұрын
Try being a ghost town resident. 1 week bouncing, next week dead... week in week out, ups and downs. The complaints, the praises! Trying hard to push the music you love but always pulled back. 6 hours sets from empty to full, back to empty again. All for pennies and a free bar. Friday, Saturday every week, perform, perform. Hung over, no excuses, no time to be sick, the substitute might better you. The 3 month friendships and 1 night loves. Not just a year or 2 but for life, to which any form of normality is a distant blur, impossible to return to. We've all had the nightmares and severe anxiety but no time outs for depression, what will pay the bills. After it's all done, the weekend, when all the madness is finally over, that's one of the best bits, coming home to the silence! don't hate, it love!!! The freedom, 4/5 days of listening, searching for music, ready to do it all over again. Ghost town DJ 18 years and counting. It's not for everyone but for those it suits, a dream come true.
@paveldenis1469 6 жыл бұрын
mitchiemasha What a great point of view, i found my self and i lived more then 99% of what you said.Another one like me.Peace.
@Binx75075 5 жыл бұрын
Do you have a FB page?
@geneking5635 5 жыл бұрын
for decades ....and at 50 not getting tired of it ........the ups and down dont bother me anymore for some reason
@michellemealey2569 4 жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful way to Express yourself it touches your soul,, we dance to the same beat 🦄🤸♀️💃🌸🌷🦋it will always be my safe space, Express yourself be free 🦄🤸♀️🤹♀️👑🌸🌷🦋👠
@nah2860 6 жыл бұрын
I thought this was gonna be another boring video about dj'ing but you guys actually made something completely novel and innovative. Really enjoyed seeing this different perspective on their lives.
@EdsMusic 6 жыл бұрын
This is the life of 90% DJs on the planet!! Thanks guys~
@lustforlow-end6022 3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t watched this yet but the reason I DJ is because it’s fun. I’m not famous, I’ve never played in a nightclub but I’ve played at quite a few house parties & had a great time every time. Especially when people came up to me afterwards & complimented me on a job well done! Always a good time!
@Eugguy190722 6 жыл бұрын
The film quality and production makes me feel like I'm watching all the unused remnants of a new Pioneer DJ product.
@rossgardiner3744 6 жыл бұрын
Savage
@Dhawz.DiscJockey 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this documentary. Enjoyed watching this. Thanks for the tracklist.
@djc3949 2 жыл бұрын
As a Music DJ for 42 yrs and still mix music at home as my longtime Hobbie which I love more than anything, old skool style , 2 turntables a mixer and a mic. The technology has change everything so much that almost anyone can do it now a days for fun , and just for the love of music like me. But I simply just love mixing music and that's wat gets me going, being able to make 2, 3, 4, music sounds as one is just awesome and beautiful. Doesn't matter wat type or kind of music , it's when they're all put as one.
@djpirano787 3 жыл бұрын
I understand the madness, but I still wanna do this at a higher level. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿✨
@shweetbeat 6 жыл бұрын
What about us Ravers who goto clubs Friday to Sunday and having to go back and sit in a lonely room. Go to work Monday morning, lack of sleep and not say a word till Thursday then do it all again "WHY WE RAVE - SLAVES TO THE RAVES"
@BenPearceDJ 6 жыл бұрын
They would be treated exactly the same by any mental health professional. The isolation after a party is a massive part of the reason why it can affect our mental health so much. The reason why this is targeted at people who work in the industry is surely because of the links of pioneer/DJsounds to the industry and to highlight a deep seated issue through some well known people. If it's talked about it's more likely to be accepted by society and more help will be available for those who suffer with it. :)
@shweetbeat 6 жыл бұрын
Of course, its all part of it, for some it even becomes the norm. Alcohol and Drugs plays a massive role in this. You cut out that you cut out the scene, sad but true. Part 2 Documentary - "WHY WE RAVE - SLAVES TO THE RAVES". Get club promoters involved, people who run things behind the scenes and club goers. These are people who come across the minority but make up the majority in the scene. This documentary is an excellent demonstration as to how this lifestyle can actually affect someone and that not everyone is invisible as they look on the outside. Great to see people actually come out and talk about it.
@BenPearceDJ 6 жыл бұрын
The research recently conducted found no correlation between those suffering with mental health issues and drug/alcohol use. The factors behind someone working in music are detrimental to mental health. To push together these two things is not helpful to either cause. There's a lot of people who can contribute to this talk, of course they should all be heard but this is a step in the right direction. It is, it's a small cross section but massively important in bringing this talk into the consciousness and the normality of everyday life. It needs to be ok to discuss it amongst anyone, nobody should feel alone.
@Funky1ism 6 жыл бұрын
Ben Pearce what i dont understand is, its commonly known that lack of sleep, or a disturbed day/night rythm is killing for mental health.. but, when i see touring schedules of some dj’s i am knocked off my feet, playing 4-6 gigs in 3 countries in one weekend. Why do they choose to do this? A human can not keep up with that for a long time i think. Why not take on less gigs and be healthier?
@BenPearceDJ 6 жыл бұрын
Agreed it is a lot. I think a lot of people recognise the fragility of the music industry. There's no guarantee you'll be getting gigs next year so it's a lot of making the most of it. I'm trying to be more healthy in my schedules now but actually not getting many gigs at the moment, trying to work it back up. It's a really difficult question to be honest and of course it all depends on the individual. It's more about knowing your limits and the warning signs.
@alfredoacostabeneficiaryak3239 6 жыл бұрын
i was a dj during the disco era and the beginning of the hip hop explosion. when my daughter was born, i knew it was about her from that point. i made the decision to stop playing. it was at the time the hardest and easiest at the same time because i knew what it was back then as a dj. never home always playing somewhere or always practicing. never really involved with people too much except you immediate family and those who were there with in the crew. but once my daughter came, that was it...but now i'm going back to djing...a little older, a little wiser, with a daughter who's now a musician and is never home always playing and around only those she is with in that life and her immediate family. sound familiar? lol....i know...its my fault....
@espantalhoeusou Жыл бұрын
How is it going with your life, my man? Beatiful life history Congrats
@alfredoacostabeneficiaryak3239 Жыл бұрын
@@espantalhoeusou Doing well...I'm spinning 2 days a week on 2 different channels and I'm on Mixcloud and Soundcloud....Daughter still doing her thing. I'm blessed and highly favored...always positive and cutting off negative people in my life to maintain positivity....
@domandsal 6 жыл бұрын
I wasn't on that superstar level but still battled the duality of a normal life with this crazy party life and the approaching connundrum of having and maintaining a family whilst being away or working twice as hard for half as much. Thank God I chose to leave when I did.
@arturoperez2722 6 жыл бұрын
This documenatry is gold, pure gold. Thanks for sharing that to the comunity.
@bona340 6 жыл бұрын
You got me surprised by this documentary. That was beautifully done and it gave a face to the professional and human part of the "glamour" no one sees. Well done.
@MartinWedgwood 5 жыл бұрын
What a great, honest and helpful documentary. Greatful for the artists transparency and openness. Beautiful how this short movie raises awareness for the severe issues that can come with the life of a touring artist.
@FilippoPhilippMeoni 6 жыл бұрын
Finally someone talk abouth something that nobody say! Thank you for this documentary!
@tablemannersdj 6 жыл бұрын
A great insight into the world of a DJ. Really enjoyed this no holds barred look into what we do. Great video
@edgarstilla 6 жыл бұрын
magnificent job from Djsounds! Thank you.
@RicoSanchez 4 жыл бұрын
Finally a documentary that addresses a very important issue in the DJ lifestyle. I found myself connecting directly with the message presented by a lot of these guys. The substance abuse is something that can make or brake a party depending on the mood one goes in.
@djmattblack 6 жыл бұрын
Some really interesting points made and also some truths, the massive high you get from a gig to going back to a normal life can be a bit of a shock to the system but ultimately you have to learn your limits and try not to overdo it
@jellyblocked 6 жыл бұрын
kudos to the documentary makers for delving into this important subject matter of how Djs physical and mental health can be affected. Be careful what you wish for any young Djs out there. Whats goes up must "come down " weather it's the drugs or the natural highs from Djing and energy felt of thousand of other humans. Balance is key as in any walk of life not just a Dj. Perspective is key !
@theofficialbeatitude 6 жыл бұрын
just watching this makes me anxious
@yveshinett2059 6 жыл бұрын
You actually made a point for those who don't understand and think that touring regularly is just flowers and roses. Really like the spontaneity of Seth. Good job guys.
@joshmash1635 6 жыл бұрын
Love how real this was! Thank you
@darius.motazed 6 жыл бұрын
Well done production from track selection all the way to the interviews. You guys made a solid crack at mental health issues and showed the "real" toll being a DJ can have on ones life.
@quinlancam9049 5 жыл бұрын
Great documentary. RIP Avicii.
@WhiskySoundsGood 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent, real issues exposed. Fascinating piece, well done!!
@LeonEdwards1976 6 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this, thanks for making it. Subjects that need to be spoken about, nice one djsounds.
@DJAlax909 5 жыл бұрын
@18:56 about the realest thing you hear as a DJ, I may only do house parties but its easy to become part of the party or trying and get on the level on everybody else... lately though ive working on limiting the drinking for me personally and just getting to the point where im relaxed and nerves go away but im still in the right mind set to pull up tracks and think of transitions and playlist etc.
@djkoilive 6 жыл бұрын
This is amazing and I am going to share it with everyone I know. Thank you so much for this!
@cosmicpuma Ай бұрын
Love the honesty without validation. Ultimately, it's the gift that is choice and the responsibility that comes with it.. They cannot exist separately. Easy for me to say though.. this is reality and hearing Morillo saying what he did about not being that guy, is a real as it gets. Respect. I read 'Last Night a Dj Saved My Life', years ago, and constantly referenced it in comments on KZfaq and social media as a ' must read' for anyone wanting to know the origins and path of the gift that is dance music... and so I took my own advice and ordered a copy a few weeks ago, it arrived this week and now I'm watching this documentary, that I also watched before.... Dj'ing saved my life...I can not imagine what I would have done with that time... and can resonate with what was said about having music, especially through challenging times in life... I have really learned to love solitude now. Thank you for the documentary. Appreciated 🙌 🙌Music is Freedom 🙌
@adrianlawrence1509 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic documentary that didn't sugar coat anything! I know very well the affects of sleep deprived weekends DJing and hitting it hard for years! Still absolutely Love it, but now have a serious heart condition because of it. Wouldn't change anything of it, and completely own my actions!
@CARLOstudiosessions 6 жыл бұрын
wow what a documentary, thanks for delivering this!
@dannyrampling 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent documentary we all go through it one way or another in the industry.
@hang-sangitch 4 жыл бұрын
This is a genius documentary. Down to earth. A look at the reality of the dj life. A good vibe to put out into the world. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@andreagiudici9006 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing documentary. Thank you
@djceddy6945 6 жыл бұрын
Wow such great insight of our DJ Lives! Even the big stars experience hectic times! I just loved this information shared. Thinking about you who you are at the centre of the universe is still priority! I love that message. The hectic lifestyle for sure if not aware. Music is the still our medicine from the beginning. Thanks DJSounds.
@jeroenski3487 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing documentary. I love the open way everybody talks about their challenges.
@bFABIO 6 жыл бұрын
38 years feeling this. True. And we down everybody kills.
@rahplayszeke07 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful doc. I'm happy to see this being talked about more. Mental health is def something that is being talked about more as resources to self care become more available. Kudos DJSounds
@ISNOTDEAD11 6 жыл бұрын
Rahmell Brown health problems just indicates a greedy DJ. You don't need to be at every gigs but I guess money makes people do a lot more than what they're capable of....
@jan-niklasmeier8315 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing to hear this point of view. Well done guys, well done!
@thewraithize 6 жыл бұрын
Morillo's an absolute legend. He was the first superstar DJ
@junglisticlaboratoryunderc1818 3 жыл бұрын
and it all started in the underground
@lifecamerakaran 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant watch. Kudos to everyone involved in making this. I'm going to check out The Underground Sound of Paris now.
@GeorgeKafetzis 6 жыл бұрын
Loved this . Very well put together
@EveningEcho89 6 жыл бұрын
I saw Ben Pearce last new years eve in Dublin. He was excellent, hope he finds some peace in his life.
@WeshWesh64men 5 жыл бұрын
what a massive and nice documentary. Even bedroom deejays should be interested by that.. To be myself a bedroom dj and only being able to have a few dates a year, it's incredible how difficult it is to stand out of every other deejay that are mixing. It's a weird feeling of being there and saying to yourself like, man, am I good enough for this, or even that if you want to have a little bit more notoriety, how hard it is. A lot of friends just stops. There's just not enough support, not enough feedback, not enough peoples d-that believes that you can do it... Living in a small town, it is another difficulty that came on the table and that adds to an other difficulty ect ect.. The techno/house scene in France (let's not talk about Paris, its just a very small portion of France) is still really underground and if you are not known, nobody comes to see you, you are just alone in front of your mixer, and you are still a bedroom producer .. I truly hope that love of music and efforts will put us in front raw in a few years. Able to discover new things and new ways of working.
@bruno3000 6 жыл бұрын
Superb documentary, keep up the good work guys. Also the music was on point!
@chicoveryfine 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome documentary! I'm glad the psychological toll of this lifestyle was addressed. It can make you or break you!
@rodneyratcliffe7749 5 жыл бұрын
RESPECT TO ALL DJS!!
@SkeleMusic 6 жыл бұрын
the great DJ D-Unity recommended i watch this. its really great!
@z1losk8er 2 жыл бұрын
this video helps!! it really helps my mental state. thank you whoever made this!!!
@huky1916 Жыл бұрын
I feel like I needed to hear all of that, thank you!
@murielruiz4821 5 жыл бұрын
Very enlightening. Thank you for this.
@djdiscoworm 4 жыл бұрын
DISCOWORM D.J. LOVES THIS DOCUMENTARY,,,,, SAN FRANSISCO 2020
@123poling 6 жыл бұрын
This is SPOT ON. Thank you.
@timpell 6 жыл бұрын
Very very good documentary. Really paints the bigger picture.
@imdjc4 Жыл бұрын
It was hereditary for me. As children, dad hosted a monthly jazz show and it influenced us boys to want to become djs too.
@helomusicc 5 ай бұрын
This made me realize a lot, Thank you
@tonysmith5878 10 ай бұрын
I'M IN LOVE ALREADY.
@dj_sobia 6 жыл бұрын
Love music, Be a great dj and do wt u love! BUT u gotta know wt u have to be aware of and u gotta know wr is ur stop point! DON’T ever do drugs and stay connected with ppl u love and they love u! Have some rest in between every period (u know ur strength) Have fun and do ur best ❤️🙏🏽!
@duchessofdub 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video I understand what is being said!
@SD-kp1yk 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. O how the Mondays Sucked once things sucked you in!!!! almost 50 and still love the Music
@Tonydjjokerit 5 жыл бұрын
It's an education to say the least.A very informative video which say's those who wish to be DJ's must do it for the right reasons
@MicheleAnesi 6 жыл бұрын
The dark side of djing. Thank you DJsounds!
@StalvartJohn 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the this beautiful documentary.
@Ethnikmanofficial 6 жыл бұрын
Saw it at the Amsterdam dance event - great documentary!
@theefragmen4243 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this documentary, all to many times we forget that DJs are human, we’ve seen the cost with Avicii passing
@pauli_phonic Жыл бұрын
Wow amazing documentary, I love it !
@mjamusicswitzerland 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks good to see also the otherside 👍🇨🇭🎧🎶
@philip-at-tube 6 жыл бұрын
Very well made, this documentary. 👍
@givetordlove 6 жыл бұрын
Immense respect to @pioneerdj and @djsounds for this video!
@josephkamaru523 6 жыл бұрын
Loved this one
@karimelzein9115 3 жыл бұрын
Really awesome to watch.. Cheers for the track list.
@leylafashion 6 жыл бұрын
I got to see this at the screening! It was very interesting to see !
@eclisonsancris783 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this one ❤️
@SalamatiMusic 3 жыл бұрын
Great documentary. I can relate so much.
@LeroybrownLR3mk02 3 жыл бұрын
Great docco. MH problems were the reason I quit back in 2002 just as I was offered what could have been a big break.
@zodiac909 6 жыл бұрын
Massive inspiration. Big ups
@Wouterferdinand 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this
@ConsultancybyAlex 6 жыл бұрын
Great documentary! Important topic!
@P_____ 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent documentary!
@TimoGarcia 6 жыл бұрын
superb doc
@PauloSantos-rx4ix 6 жыл бұрын
Must see doc. very important message.
@djteddymac 6 жыл бұрын
well done. Thank you!
@user-ny7gl4rz6i 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent Video!!!Great Job!!!
@TheYeooww39 6 жыл бұрын
Great watch!
@KevinMaleesha 6 жыл бұрын
Great documentary dj sounds. Good job!
@grooveshackrecords Жыл бұрын
Great documentary
@markthepunter1865 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic show
@MBNovo 6 жыл бұрын
Wauv what a documentary
@GorgonsEye Жыл бұрын
Djs are the 20th and 21st century's bard
@jrgenfoss6795 6 жыл бұрын
verry good dokumentary. I felt like comming home, if some understand.....dj-27 years
@DJMTRAXXX 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent documentary… myself being a dj/producer for well over 40 yrz… tha business has changed so much. It’s very clicky & whatnot. When I first started DJing in 1977, music was 1st… somehow it seems like the importance of good music at an event is like secondary or even third in importance.
@A3DJ 6 жыл бұрын
This is Awesome!
@freddy7171 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing
@entyce66 6 жыл бұрын
Great documentary wow
@neffectmusic8484 6 жыл бұрын
Great doc.
@robertstevenson6715 6 жыл бұрын
Brilliant stuff :)
@Rossboe1 6 жыл бұрын
A good nights sleep and sunshine is the cure all. I was a bit depressed the other day, not from hang over or drugs, and I had 9 hours solid, woke up to a 28C day, and I was loving it. Thats Australia for ya. It might be a bit different in the U.K where every thing is poxy all the time, but, that was my experience. Peace in the Middle East.
@ruppellsbooden8917 5 жыл бұрын
cocaine is a hell of a drug
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