How to Create Memorable Shows on Any Budget with Rhizome Music | EF EP 75

Ready to take your DJ sets beyond mixing tracks? This episode is your blueprint for incorporating live elements and creating unforgettable experiences. Rhizome Music founders Calhoun McDougall and Louis DeMarco share their decades of experience managing hybrid electronic acts and producing major festivals to help you level up your performance game without breaking the bank.

If you've ever wondered how to start adding live elements to your shows, felt intimidated by the technical requirements, or worried about the costs involved, this conversation will give you a clear roadmap. Learn how to build memorable performances that get you booked again and again.

Key Takeaways:

• How to start incorporating live elements into your shows on any budget
• The most common mistakes artists make when adding production elements (and how to avoid them)
• Why intentional show design matters more than expensive equipment
• Practical tips for working with lighting directors and VJs
• How to write music with live performance in mind
• Strategic ways to build your brand identity through performance
• The business considerations of transitioning from DJ to live act

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Stop letting limited budgets hold back your creative vision. Hit play now to learn how to build unforgettable performances that will set you apart from the crowd.

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Video Editor/Audio Engineer: James Fixx