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How to... Perform Live/DJ
Performing: Make a mix tape
01 Introduction
A good mix tape will really show off your skillz at mixing and track selection and if you haven't got a residency in a club or bar it may be the only way people can get to hear your stuff. 

How to... Make a killer mix tape
"Try not to play what everyone else is playing. Check out the B-sides on tracks to help make your set stand out. Don't be obvious"
DJ Bailey

Read on for:
The basics
Starting a tape
Don't bluff it
Where to send them
Packaging
Following up
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