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How to... Perform Live/DJ
Performing: The best of a PA
03 Make An Entrance
From the minute the engineer, promoter or your manager says "go", be ready and poised to make your entrance.

Making the best of a PA
"When we first came out on stage they weren't really feelin' us but when they heard what we had to offer everyone was on it!"
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Even if the venue is fairly low key and half empty, try and imagine that it's the biggest gig of your life in a huge arena and an audience of millions watching on TV.

Don't just stand up on stage with your head down and your hand in your pocket like you're waiting for a bus with a mic in your hand.

This is supposed to be entertainment son!

Take yourself and your music seriously and other people will too.

Talent spotters don't need a huge crowd to recognise quality.
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