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The Big Story
A Windows update is quietly bricking DJ controllers
A Windows 11 update that rolled out in late January has been breaking MIDI connectivity for thousands of DJs. Microsoft's new 'Windows Midi Services' overhaul causes controllers to appear completely dead in DJ software. Fix details at the link.
via Digital DJ Tips
Software
Free browser-based stem separation, BPM, and key detection
Acapellas.eu offers vocal, drums, piano, guitar, bass, and other instrument stems plus BPM and key analysis — no account required. Worth bookmarking if you prep edits and don't want to pay for a subscription tool.
via DJTT Forum · Apr 2
Gear
Digital DJ Tips: stop defaulting to echo out
A useful walkthrough of transition effects that actually keep energy moving. If echo out is your only exit strategy, worth 10 minutes of your time.
via Digital DJ Tips · Mar 31
The Feed
Boiler Room Sofia: two sets worth your commute
GAVRAIL and Goro both went up from the Zabranena Muzika edition. Sofia's scene doesn't get enough attention — these are a good reason to start paying it.
via Boiler Room · Apr 2
Coco María does a 100% vinyl set for Mixmag's Black Lacquer
If you dig Latin, cumbia, or just want to watch someone work wax with zero safety net, this is the one.
via Mixmag · Mar 31
How to get DJ gigs without social media
Club Ready DJ School makes the case for in-person networking and direct outreach. Contrarian in 2026, but the math checks out if your follower count isn't doing the work anyway.
via Club Ready DJ School · Mar 31