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ADJA The American Disc Jockey Association is the world's largest registered trade associaion for Club and Mobile DJs

A letter from the ADJA President:Dear ADJA Members,Thank you for your patience over the past year as we rebuilt ADJA fro...
08/18/2026

A letter from the ADJA President:

Dear ADJA Members,Thank you for your patience over the past year as we rebuilt ADJA from the ground up.

When I took over after Drax's passing, I knew the organization needed more than a new website. It needed a foundation that would serve members for years to come. That meant a new secure, cloud-based website, updated member systems, improved security, and a brand-new public-facing DJ directory. It took longer than expected, but we wanted to get it right, not just get it done.

I'm excited to say the wait is over. The new ADJA website is live and fully operational, with new features designed to bring more value to our members.

At ADJA.org, you'll find an updated online experience with easier access to your membership information, benefits, resources, account, and an enhanced profile.

We've also launched ADJA-DJ.org, a brand-new public-facing DJ directory designed to help consumers find professional ADJA members. Each member gets a professional profile page that showcases their business, boosts online visibility, and links back to their own website, helping drive visitors straight to you. Best of all, the directory updates automatically from your ADJA member profile, so there is no additional work required to keep it current.

Membership is now simpler too: one level, priced at $99/year, with full access to all benefits, including your listing on ADJA-DJ.org. Combined with our professional liability insurance savings, one of the most valued benefits since ADJA's early days, this is the best value available to professional DJs.

This is just the beginning. I have been part of this industry for many years, and I know how important organizations like ADJA can be when they provide real value to their members.

I'm honored to help move ADJA into its next chapter, adding more benefits, resources, and opportunities that help members grow their businesses, and I'm looking forward to building it with all of you.

Thanks again for your patience, support, and belief in what ADJA can become.

Sincerely,
Jim Robinson
President
American Disc Jockey Association

08/18/2026

Dealing with "Guest DJs" and Playlist Takeovers with Dan Carpenter and John Young

How do you handle pushy guests or bridal party members who insist on plugging their phone into your board to play an obscure track?

Professional boundaries, tactful de-escalation scripts, and rules for vetting audio files on the fly.

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08/11/2026

What A New DJ Should Know To Do A Basic Wedding Reception with Cubbie Powell and John Young

1. Pre-Event Preparation & Planning
* Detailed Timeline & Cue Sheet:
* Get a minute-by-minute schedule from the couple or wedding planner beforehand (Grand Entrance, First Dance, Toasts, Dinner, Cake Cutting, Parent Dances, Open Dancing, Last Dance).
* Name Pronunciations:
* Get phonetic spellings for every single member of the wedding party and family members being introduced. Practice them out loud before the event!
* Music Selection & Playlists:
* Must-Play / Do-Not-Play Lists: Get explicit song requests and strict "Do Not Play" lists from the couple.
* Clean Edits: Ensure every track selected for a wedding—especially general background and early dancing music—is explicit-free / radio clean.
* Core Library: Prep playlist buckets for Cocktail Hour (upbeat jazz, acoustic, soft pop), Dinner (mellow, soul, standards), and Dance Floor (cross-generational hits, classic dance tunes, current Top 40).
* Backup Everything:
* Have offline backups of all music (downloaded files on a hard drive/flash drive) in case venue Wi-Fi fails.
* Keep back-up audio cables, adapters, a second microphone, and power extension cords on hand.

2. Setup & Technical Essentials
* Early Arrival:
* Arrive at least 90–120 minutes prior to guest arrival to set up, cable dress neatly, and do a complete sound check.
* Audio Setup & Line of Sight:
* Position speakers slightly in front of your table/booth to prevent microphone feedback.
* Keep your setup clean, organized, and free of loose, dangling wires.
* Microphone Technique:
* Check wireless microphone batteries (always use fresh batteries before the event starts).
* Instruct anybody speaking or giving a toast to hold the microphone close to their mouth (about 1–2 inches away) and speak directly into it.

3. Master of Ceremonies (MC) Duties
* Keep Announcements Clear & Concise:
* Speak slowly, clearly, and with confidence. Avoid over-talking on the mic during open dancing—let the music do the work.
* Gather & Align People First:
* Never make an announcement for a major event (Toasts, First Dance, Cake Cutting) without confirming that the key players (Couple, Parents, Photographer, Videographer) are in the room and ready.
* Collaborate with Vendors:
* Give the photographer and videographer a heads-up 2 minutes before any key timeline moment so they are in position.

4. Programming & Dance Floor Management
* Read the Room:
* Start the dance floor with broad-appeal hits that bring multiple generations together (Motown, classic 70s/80s pop, universally known dance tracks).
* Smooth Transitions:
* Keep songs playing back-to-back without long gaps or dead air. You don't need complex beatmatching for every song, but smooth fades and seamless transitions keep energy high.
* Managing Requests:
* Be polite and professional with guests who request songs. Filter requests against the couple’s preferences and current dance floor energy.

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02/18/2026

Video of the ADJA memorial presented to Hugo Drax on Monday, February 16, 2026 at 11:30a at the MEX/PBX Conference at Southpoint Hotel, Las Vegas NV.

Presented by Larry Williams, Curtis Whipple, Brian Graham, Jonathan Marriott, Robbie Britton, Peter Merry, Jim Robinson, Sean McKee, Scott Faver

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