ChrisPointon 0 Posted July 4, 2004 Report Share Posted July 4, 2004 Since we've just passed the 1800 members mark, I thought i'd bring back the DJU Interviews, and hopefully get a few new members interested in taking part (hint!). If you do want to be interviewed, send me a P.M and i'll return the questions to you. Interview with Tony J How long have you been DJ'ing? Did my first gig aged 11 at the local youth club,First professional gig was when I was 21, oh my over 25 years carrying gear. What inspired you to become a DJ? Just always wanted to do it. Proberbly inspired by Radio 1, back when it was good, they use to have personalities on the radio in those days. I meet Tony Blacburn at a roadshow and got 9/10 on Bits and Pieces… came 2nd, I put Billy Ocean instead of George Benson. What type of "Do" was your first gig? First pro gig was a Wedding In Fleetwood, big do about 50 people. How much did you charge (Mikeee please convert this from Shilings and pence to decimal when its your go..) I worked for a Disco company, I got £25 a gig as a trainee. What equipment did you have to begin with? The first gear I owned was a Powered Macgregor Twin Deck 200watt mono, Spot Light Box, Lightscreen, Ropelight, 4 Head Helicopter and a pair of shop build 150 watt 12 inch Celestion Speakers. Whats the worst/most embarassing thing you've done in front of an audience? When I was still new I asked for the Brides parents to come on the dance floor.. Yep your right they had past away in the last few months. Always checked these details in advance every since. What is your favourite type of function now? EG: Wedding, 18th Birthday party, funeral wake.. I like weddings and kids parties. The kids do’s are great, good money for a short period and you can have fun with them. Is there anything that you include in your show now, that you wish you'd done/known when you started? (Not equipment, but in human/performer terms) Just more confindence, don’t be scared of trying something different, and talk to the crowd before you start. What do you feel you offer your public, that makes you a better DJ than "the next guy/girl"? I listen to what the customer wants, even when they are clueless, its fun to guide them into what you normally do whilst making them feel its there idea. Have you ever bought something for your show that you wish you hadnt? and why? Just over the years the number of records or cds you buy that are no use what so ever Whats your next DJ purchase likely to be? Lighting wise I after getting an abyss water effect and if I can talk the other half into it I after a couple of moving heads. If you could get someone to invent a new piece of disco equipment for your show, what would it be? A device for quickly unloading the car at 2.30 in the morning, on a cold wet windy December day. What do you think is the best thing about DJ'ing. Seeing people smile and having a good time. What do you think is the worst thing about DJ'ing. After the customer smiles and has a good time, they don’t thank the dj. What would make you stop DJ'ing (if anything). Only ill health, I have a partner who understands my passion for the job, she also understands the rewards and little extras the job brings.. holidays etc How do you think DJ'ing will change, in the next 5 years? The technology will make the physical job easier but I think we will have to become more entertaining Most stupid thing anyone's ever said to you at a gig? Do you do travel insurance???????????????????? Best advice you were ever given by a fellow DJ? Keep Smiling, even when the dance floor clears And worst advice you were ever given Buy this record its going to be huge…………….. Name 3 songs that 95% of the time will fill you dance floor!! Barry White… You’re the First Van Morrison ..Brown Eyed Girl Foundations.. Build me up Buttercup Age 37 Location Blackpool Martial status Will be married at the End of June Education level BSc Degree Mode of transportation Ford Escort What equipment do you currently use? Laptop with new 120gb external hard drive, Pro dj8 mixer, Skytronic 2x250 watt amp, 2x 12in Celestion Speakers, 2x 15in Soundlab Speakers reconed with Celestion drivers, 2 x Lighting Tripods which I rotate the following lighting round, 2x Cyclops 1 scanners(linked), Njd Chaos, Constella Chamelon 3, Geni Wild Blaze, Absract Twister 2, Soundlab Verin, and I still use the spot boxes as well. How much have you "invested" in equipment? Wouldn’t like to guess What was your reason for becoming a DJ? It was the 1 think I could actually do well Approximately how many gigs have you done to date Lots Link to post Share on other sites
paula 0 Posted July 4, 2004 Report Share Posted July 4, 2004 Great interview, but a little confused! http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/wacko.gif QUOTE Martial status Will be married at the End of June It's JULY! Have you missed your own wedding http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/fear.gif Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen 0 Posted July 4, 2004 Report Share Posted July 4, 2004 Nice interview; I reckon most of us can draw some parallels with what Tony has said. For me, the two things that stand out the most from the interview are havng confidence and smiling when the floor clears. We've all been there, although I'm sure I've been there more times than most of you! (there goes my confidence again...) [insert quirky comment] Link to post Share on other sites
Dj_Kray 0 Posted July 5, 2004 Report Share Posted July 5, 2004 Nice interview http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/notworthy.gif http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Smith 0 Posted July 5, 2004 Report Share Posted July 5, 2004 Good to see the interviews back - great choice of 3 records as well http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif PaulS Link to post Share on other sites
C.S 0 Posted July 5, 2004 Report Share Posted July 5, 2004 Respects to you http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif I will try anything,once! The Cornish will arise again ! Manager of the Andy Harris Fan Club. Keep pasties Cornish Link to post Share on other sites
Dukesy 0 Posted July 6, 2004 Report Share Posted July 6, 2004 Just read the interview - very good. http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif Link to post Share on other sites
tonyj 0 Posted July 10, 2004 Report Share Posted July 10, 2004 QUOTE (paula @ Jul 4 2004, 09:32 PM) Great interview, but a little confused! http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/wacko.gif QUOTE Martial status Will be married at the End of June It's JULY! Have you missed your own wedding http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/fear.gif The interview was sent in at the end of May.. Nope didnt miss the wedding.. We had a great day, We hired a Stretch White Limo, (quality car must get myself one). Funnies moment seeing 20+ friends from working going wilded for YMCA... long story......................... http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/042.gif Member of The Musicians Union "Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like hard work." Link to post Share on other sites
joe 0 Posted July 10, 2004 Report Share Posted July 10, 2004 Nice interview! http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/smile.gif Well done mate http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Forsyth 0 Posted July 10, 2004 Report Share Posted July 10, 2004 http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif Great interview, good stuff! Vinnie http://www.dj-forum.co.uk/html/emoticons/pepsi.gif Paul Forsyth The DJ formally known as Vinnie Link to post Share on other sites
DJ Marky Marc 0 Posted July 11, 2004 Report Share Posted July 11, 2004 Like it, would like ot see more of these ! <a href="http://www.djassociates.org"><img src="http://www.djassociates.org/anims/compres_banner.gif" alt="Join the DJ Associates Disc Jockey Association" border="0" width="468" height="60"></a> Link to post Share on other sites
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