Building A Great DJ Music Library

In "Building A Great DJ Music Library," presents a structured approach to the most fundamental aspect of DJing: curating a winning music collection. While many resources focus on technical skills and gear, this book reveals a DJ's true power in the capacity to filter and curate winning musical selections.

This guide introduces the EBP (Explore, Build, Perform) funnel—a practical workflow that transforms the overwhelming task of music discovery into a manageable, systematic process. From navigating digital platforms like SoundCloud, Beatport, and Bandcamp to organizing tracks in Rekordbox.

You'll discover:

How to efficiently explore music across various platforms and identify tracks that will resonate with audiences

Strategic venues to acquire music like Beatport, Traxsource, Bandcamp and more

Practical theory for organizing your growing collection using playlists

Methods for creating cohesive set lists with thoughtful progression and emotional arcs

Ways to refine your library based on real performance feedback

Whether you're a beginner DJ overwhelmed by endless music choices or an experienced selector looking to refresh your curation approach, this book provides the framework needed to build a distinctive, crowd-moving collection. Drawing from over a decade of experience in electronic music, Simoes combines technical knowledge with philosophical insights about the deeply human connection between DJs, music, and audiences.

"Building A Great DJ Music Library" is an essential resource for any DJ who understands that in a world of unlimited access to music, finding the right tracks—not just any tracks—is what truly sets great DJs apart.