Taking DIY discos to a new level

[Corabar Entertainment]

I received an email today (it landed in my junk folder, but that's really irrelevant), but it appears to be taking DIY discos to a whole new level: They are suggesting a new type of Christmas party where they supply the kit and a technician, and the guests take turns in trying to get the other guests going by dong a 15 minute set.

http://www.stickiton.org.uk/xmas_mail.html

Could it work?
Would most people bomb?
Would it give some punters a greater appreciation of the job, or would it make people think that it's something anyone can do?
What are your thoughts and views?

[supersound]

Alcohol and kit,hmmmm not a good combo,I think it would start off ok but would just turn into a free for all later with arguments and broken kit.

Paul

[funkymook]

I received an email today (it landed in my junk folder, but that's really irrelevant), but it appears to be taking DIY discos to a whole new level: They are suggesting a new type of Christmas party where they supply the kit and a technician, and the guests take turns in trying to get the other guests going by dong a 15 minute set.

http://www.stickiton.org.uk/xmas_mail.html

Could it work?
Would most people bomb?
Would it give some punters a greater appreciation of the job, or would it make people think that it's something anyone can do?
What are your thoughts and views?

Reading the brochure it sounds good fun - the Stickiton DJ's start the and end the night with a proper DJ set themselves and also introduce the guest DJ's (after teaching them what to do).

As for giving the public an insight into being a DJ - I think the type of people who go for this will just see it as a laugh and think no more of it.

It's a good bit of marketing for a bit of a gimmick that will probably fade out quite quickly.

Edit: Just browsed their brochure (click on bottom right of the flyer) - it looks really good to be honest, it's a full show they are offering - read it first before making a judgement.

[wensleydale]

Good idea- it's not as if there aren't "proper" DJ's there by the sounds of it.
Not sure I would want my kit used in this way but it's another service that is being offered and for that I say fair play to them.

[WWDJ]

I think it looks brilliant :D

Not really a threat to the industry. Just good fun.

[Corabar Entertainment]

...but do you think that the guests at a Christmas party would enjoy it, or would the guest DJs be likely to get a little indulgent?

[WWDJ]

...but do you think that the guests at a Christmas party would enjoy it, or would the guest DJs be likely to get a little indulgent?

Looking at the flyer, the idea is that they pick the cream of the crop to ensure a good party, so anyone who is going to play death metal anthems for their 15 minutes isn't likely to get a slot.

[wensleydale]

...but do you think that the guests at a Christmas party would enjoy it, or would the guest DJs be likely to get a little indulgent?

The video seems to suggest that the crowd get signs to show their pleasure/displeasure so surely the DJ's would find it as uncomfortable as we do when tunes don't go down so well.

Not everyone's cup of tea but a good idea.

[funkymook]

...but do you think that the guests at a Christmas party would enjoy it, or would the guest DJs be likely to get a little indulgent?

I'd reckon there's loads of getting the crowd to cheer, banter, etc. to make sure everyone gets involved - otherwise you're right, it could easily fall flat.

I wonder how much they are charging? There seems to be quite a few staff involved on the night itself, lots of pre-gig preparation, props, even a boxing ring option.

Mind you anything can look good in a brochure!

[Ryu]

I'm dubious as to how successful it would be.

I think the success level of each DJ would be comparable to your average Karaoke night...one or two can sing, the rest just shout the words. Likewise, with this, the majority would be those who think they can, but really really can't. Come 11o'clock, they'd be bored of the novelty and pining for someone to do it properly.

[Excalibur]

The video seems to suggest that the crowd get signs to show their pleasure/displeasure so .


I'd reckon there's loads of getting the crowd to cheer, banter, etc. to make sure everyone gets involved - otherwise you're right, it could easily fall flat.

props, even a boxing ring option.

Reinventing the wheel lads. ;) Add in a few Lions, Tigers, and Gladiators, and there we have it, The Roman games. :D

If there were too many thumbs down, does the would be DJ simply get removed from the booth, or suffer a harsher punishment? :eek: :eek:

[funkymook]

I'm dubious as to how successful it would be.

I think the success level of each DJ would be comparable to your average Karaoke night...one or two can sing, the rest just shout the words. Likewise, with this, the majority would be those who think they can, but really really can't. Come 11o'clock, they'd be bored of the novelty and pining for someone to do it properly.

Have you read the full brochure?

There's a lot happening pre-gig to prevent this happening.

[supersound]

Reinventing the wheel lads. ;) Add in a few Lions, Tigers, and Gladiators, and there we have it, The Roman games. :D

If there were too many thumbs down, does the would be DJ simply get removed from the booth, or suffer a harsher punishment? :eek: :eek:

You dont mean////////////////////
forced to go on a gig with John Twinspin?:zip:

[Ryu]

Have you read the full brochure?

There's a lot happening pre-gig to prevent this happening.

I gave it a read just now, I see what you mean. There are some possible issues I can see arising even so...good luck to them I guess. It's always been a fairly accessible industry, and they are working that accessibility into an interesting business model.

[Pe7e]

Sounds like a rework of the good old DJ competition to me, get the wannabe DJs to bring along loads of their mates to cheer them on (and drink loads of expensive alcohol) if run well it could be a fun night out for those involved, it's not really a DIY disco though.

[Megamix]

Having been to a stickiton gig in Brighton - it started very well and I was taking notes - but within an hour it got very dull - a nice idea but there was a loss of direction - something a half decent DJ would not allow to happen

[DazzyD]

Isn't there another company doing a similar thing with giving people the chance to try their hand out at DJing? If I remember correctly, they were on Dragon's Den and used a big car kitted out with the DJing kit. I think they didn't get an investment but, apparently, they're doing quite well attending festivals and providing corporate events. Like I said, not exactly the same but definitely similar.

Some some reason, the name The DJ Academy rings a bell but I've done a very quick Google and couldn't seem to find what I was looking for. :confused:

EDIT:

Found it! It's The British DJ & MC Academy!

http://blog.djandmcacademy.com/company/about/

[Twinspin]

You dont mean////////////////////
forced to go on a gig with John Twinspin?:zip:

Nobody is forced to come with me on a gig. If they dont want to come and help id rather they didnt at all. :mad: :mad:

[supersound]

Woooo just seen this.
Hey John you know my humour,However if I have offended you I apologise,
Will give you a ring during the week ok.

Paul

[NKR]

It sounds like a fun night for people who like the idea of DJ'ing. I always used to be the guy staring up at the booth or nosing over the back thinking ' I'd love to do that'. I made it happen for myself, but not everyone can. However, that doesn't mean they can't have a go at an event like this.

I would actually attend one of these do's as a guest I think.

As Louis Walsh would say 'I like it'

[diydisco]

yeah its anovelty, but a good USP