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How to... Perform Live/DJ
Performing: The best of a PA
06 When Things Go Wrong
Mics break, speakers blow up, mixers die and engineers go missing.

Making the best of a PA
"Say the speakers have blown. Apologise and do your best to improvise."
Mighty Moe
Heartless Crew

These are just some of the things that can go wrong when you're ready to enjoy your big moment.

If the worst comes to the worst and you're standing on stage in complete silence, break into an acapella, get one of your boys to beatbox or get the crowd to clap out a riddim for you.

The show must go on seen?

So just maintain the energy level and avoid standing there looking shy and alone.
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