The DJ Expo spins into town
Area DJs get your turntables ready, you definitely want to have your “A” game ready this upcoming week. Monday (Aug. 13) the International DJ Expo is back for another three days of showcasing and celebrating the art at its finest. The expo returns to the Trump Taj Mahal for the second consecutive year after its “Back to the Boardwalk” campaign last summer brought huge numbers of attendees and top-flight exhibitors. “It was terrific, mainly because our attendees and exhibitors were so happy to have access to the Boardwalk once again,” said DJ Times magazine editor and co-organizer of the DJ Expo, Jim Tremayne. DJs, industry reps, producers, and fans alike have flocked to the area annually for the event since 1990, and thousands are expected to be in attendance again this year for its 20th anniversary. “It’s grown each year,” Tremayne adds. Sponsored by DJ Times and Testa Communications, organizers have planned more in store for this year’s edition. Over 100 booths from the world’s top manufacturers will feature the latest cutting-edge technology in lighting, audio, studio, and specialty products for DJs. Several industry reps, DJs, remixers, and producers will also hold over 30 educational seminars and technological workshops. Other star-studded events such as the Annual Mobile Party (Aug. 10), the Promo Only Party (Aug. 11), and the DJ of the Year Competition (Aug. 12) will take place. Past expos have brought special guests such as Grandmaster Flash, Akon, Lady Gaga, Tommie Sunshine, and Jam Master Jay to name a few. This year’s slate includes Pitbull, Qbert, Skribble, Shwayze featuring Cisco Adler, DJ Theo, among many others. The event presents a golden opportunity for young up-and-coming DJ’s looking for that big break, or those just beginning to turn their first turntables. “We really believe in giving expo attendees value for the money they spend, so that’s why we have 25-30 workshops and panels each year, an exhibit hall full of companies that are serious about the DJ industry, plus lots of great talent to see,” says Tremayne. For passes and more information, visit djtimes.com or call 516-767-2500.
DJ Sat-One: "The Atlantic City club scene is a very diverse and interchanging crowd due to that it is a vacation spot. It's great for a DJ because you're always playing for a new bunch of people each week who are just there to have a good time. Not too many places have that."
Throughout the expo, that vibe will be even stronger as parties and special events are scheduled with DJs such as DJ Skribble, DJ Shiftee and DJ Jazzy Jeff making appearances.
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