25 thoughts on “Using the mic during your sets (MC’ing as a DJ)”

  3. TLM what is your opinion about rapping when DJing? I am also rapper as Dj
    so sometimes I just put some beat playing and start freestyling or rapping
    some song over it. Is it a good thing to do and what is your opinion?

  5. Totally off the topic… is that just a poster of the “Mecca and the Soul
    Brother” album or a box set up on the right side of your shelf? lol That
    was one of my favorite all time albums all the way through. Good video by
    the way. I’ve been working Hosting/MCing an event while DJing. The struggle
    for me at times is setting up and transitioning while talking. Doing two
    things at the same time. It’s tough at first.

  6. definetly dude i agree that mic can be the different between a good and a
    great party.

  8. Rocking the camy Yankee cap. That’s what’s up!!!! NYC Baby holdin shit down
    all day every day!!! Good vid bruh!

  9. Yo… What up TLM… I’ve watched probably every single video that you have
    on YouTube where you’re mixing for a radio station… My question is if you
    could please do a video on how to incorporate scratching into you mix…
    I’ve you use the baby scratch and the transformer but I just can’t get it
    to flow correctly… Thanks in advance 

  10. I’m a mobile DJ. Would you advise cutting the music to MC in between or at
    parts during a school dance or wedding? Those venues normally call for
    playing one track after another with small comments in between. However, I
    wanted to get your thoughts about stopping tracks all together during those
    events, especially functions that are primarily all dancing. 

  11. I’m expected to do some MCing at my gigs. The bars like me to mention drink
    specials and I ALWAYS give a shout out to the bartenders by name. They
    really like it. I was surprised that not everyone did that. Do you have any
    suggestions as to what else I can say to hype the crowd or get them out in
    the floor. We tend to do classic rock, country and a little modern rock
    before transitioning to dance music once people get their drink on. I can
    usually get them out there w a line dance and I do it as well to get things
    going but what else can I do? Great advice in your videos btw. I just found
    you. 

  13. WORD !!! I hate having to speak, but when I do, I like the sense of
    authority over the group/crowd.. Love your vids. and tutorials bro…
    Salud from South Carolina, U.S.A. !! =)

  16. I appreciate your videos a lot. If you ever looking to scratch new sounds,
    hit me up. I am a producer and poet.

  17. 1. practice in front of the mirror to get your facial expressions right..
    lol. 2. record yourself and play it back in the car or on your phone to see
    how you sound. 3. Let some of your friends listen and let them give you
    constructive criticism. 4. Listen to other DJ’s who do it properly and
    imitate them for practice (don’t imitate them during live shows). 5. Don’t
    piss anybody off with what you say. 6. Be confident. When you say “throw
    your hands in the air” say it like you mean it.

  18. This guy gives some good advice guys. I think he’s a good DJ and I wish I
    could see his gigs.

  20. Using the mic during your sets (MC’ing as a DJ).

    Being able to MC during your sets can be a valuable skill, but it’s not
    that easy. MC’ing is a craft on it own and in the beginning it can be an
    uncomfortable feeling to speak in front of a large crowd.

    Keep in mind that you don’t have to MC. If you know that it’s not something
    you want to do (for whatever reason), don’t do it and focus on the most
    important thing: playing the music.

    If you do want to MC it’s important to realize that you need to radiate
    confidence and a bit of authority. People should feel like they want to
    hear what you say. You are the master of ceremony, the mic controller, the
    crowd controller!

    To feel more confident it can help to know what you’re going to say.
    Practice a couple of lines that you can use during your sets. Keep it
    simple and don’t do too much talking. Introduce yourself and look for
    simple ways to create some interaction between the crowd and you.

    Even if you don’t feel confident in the beginning, try to act as if you
    are. If you come across as insecure and timid, MC’ing will have the
    opposite effect of what you’re trying to do and you don’t want that 😉

    Enjoy the video and share the knowledge!
    

  21. Definitely a valuable skill to acquire. As a resident you are often asked
    to announce drink specials and upcoming events. Bartenders and waitresses
    absolutely love it when you remind people to tip them.
    TLM is right speak with confidence like you are in charge. Other tips
    include, avoid talking over vocals. Nothing kiss the vibe of a song as much
    as that. Even if its instrumental sometimes it is a dynamic and instantly
    recognizable intro. In that instance it is probably preferable to fade the
    previous track out, speak in dead air. and then slam that intro at them.
    Like TLM said keep it short. If an announcement you need to make HAS TO BE
    longer or you need to screw with someone like a birthday patron have a loop
    playing in the background while you do it.
    Mobile DJs will have to MC even more Especially if you get into the wedding
    or mitzvah markets. School dances will require a lot of MCing as well. Get
    confident and comfortable with this additional skill and as always be
    professional.

  22. I just want to let you know that your videos are very helpful. I’m
    currently watching your scratch tutorial videos because that is the part of
    my game that id love to expand on. Thank you so much. 

  23. DJ TLM first and for most your reviews are on the money i have a question
    totallyoff the topic how do i hook up a mixer to my ns7 a review would be
    much appreciated

  24. Dude, your videos are really helpful especially for a beginner like me.
    Love your stand on the vinyl vs digital, and I learned a lot of basic
    scratches from your vids. Keep up the good work. 

  25. This is one of my biggest problems in a mobile setting it is easier you
    have things that you are going to have say at times ex. first dance in the
    club i tend to focus more on the mixing and forget to talk as the night
    goes on

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