In this episode, DJ2FOUR7 sits down with Dave from Fox and Braces to unpack the highs and lows of running a multi-op DJ business. From hustling on pirate radio stations with his mum driving him to 4 a.m. sets to building a reputation in an old-school garage, Dave shares his journey, the realities of scaling beyond solo gigs, and what it really takes to succeed as a multi-op DJ.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Scaling a DJ business often starts with necessity — rejecting gigs can lead to exploring multi-op models.
Networking is crucial — a strong DJ community means work is always flowing, but availability can still be a bottleneck.
Old school garage shaped a generation of DJs — with different eras defining what “old school” really means.
Support networks matter — Dave’s mum driving him to pirate radio shows at 4am highlights the unseen sacrifices behind success.
Perception in music is generational — what one DJ calls “old school garage” may be totally different for another.
BEST MOMENTS
“When I’m rejecting work, that’s effort wasted — so why not build a team to take it on?”
“Where I grew up, you were either a DJ or an MC. That was just standard.”
“I looked about 10 at 16, so I had no chance of getting into clubs.”
“My mum used to drive me to pirate radio stations at 4 in the morning — that’s real support.”
“Everyone has their own version of old school garage — for me it was Tough Jam, PSG, CKP, the underground sound.”
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HOST BIO
With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, DJ 2FOUR7 brings a wealth of experience to this podcast. From DJing in bars, clubs, and festivals to hosting nightclub events and promoting large-scale festivals, DJ 2FOUR7 has done it all. As one of the first urban promoters to launch an international independent festival in Malta, he also built and managed his own distribution and marketing business. During the lockdown, DJ 2FOUR7 created a groundbreaking pop-up DJ concept that achieved massive online success. Today, he leads a thriving entertainment business specialising in weddings and corporate events. Combining innovation, passion, and humour, DJ 2FOUR7 is the ideal guide to help aspiring DJs elevate their careers.
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