Pro Mobile - The Magazine for Mobile DJs

ISSUE: 105(JAN/FEB 2021)

The January / February edition of Pro Mobile is packed with the usual mix of articles, news, views and reviews all linked to the wonderful world of mobile DJing.

With the editorial baton now passed on, Peter Holding has his first issue out there and what a cracker it is!

You can read all of the reviews and the first part of every article by following the links below, but to read the articles in full and get the complete Pro Mobile experience you’ll need a copy of the physical magazine – click ‘Subscriptions -> Magazine’ above to get hold of one! or click here SUBSCRIBE NOW

So, until next time, In the words of Bon Jovi - Keep the Faith!

Pete Holding, Pro Mobile Editor

IN THIS ISSUE

PROFILE: BRUCE BURRY - Apollo Events

Bruce Burry owns and runs a successful events company, Apollo Events. From his base in Melksham, Wiltshire, Bruce hires out LED dance floors, PA systems, lighting, and LED letters and numbers. He is also an events manager for two local venues, Melksham Town Hall and Melksham Assembly Hall. In addition to organising events for the local council, Bruce runs his own popular events such as a Monster Ball (Halloween), Glitter Ball (80s), and 90s nights.

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2021: Time to Reset?

Has 2020 been a bad year for DJs? I’ve been a DJ for a long time, and just in case you weren't sure, or are in any doubt at all… yup… 2020 has been THE most challenging year to date.

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Best Years of Our Lives

I read somewhere that you remember three years of your life above any other as being the best for music. Those years usually correspond with your time at school or university but everyone will have their own thoughts on this. Some people refer to the years when they went out clubbing, others favour random years that they enjoyed above others, whilst I'm sure a few of you reading this would choose the years associated with your DJ careers.

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DIGITAL FORECAST: 2021

After trawling the web for marketing predictions from the world’s biggest digital geeks, Greg Cartwright shares 10 top trends you need to be aware of in 2021.

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WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU COULDN'T WORK ANY MORE?

We’ve all been asked this question at least once prior to 2020. My usual answer is: I’m sure I’ll find a job doing something! However, in the face of a global pandemic, this question feels a lot closer to the bone.

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10 Things You Didn't Know About John Lennon

Following a series of programmes commemorating Lennon’s would-be 80th birthday, Greg Cartwright shares a few facts about the Beatles legend that you may not know...

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#THEMODERNMIXTAPE

During 2020's lockdowns, Alan Marshall started to build "Modern Mixtapes", compiling favourite tracks into logical playlists. Here, Alan shares his approach, and the resources he discovered.

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DIALOGUE WITH GREG CARTWRIGHT

Pro Mobile Editor Peter Holding catches up with the magazine’s new Assistant Editor, Greg Cartwright, about live music, his adventures abroad, and how he came to be involved with a certain magazine for mobile DJs...

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Do You Need More Money?

t’s important to have enough cash in your business; even more so at the moment! For many, such as a friend of mine who is an MD of a manufacturing company, having available cash has helped them to survive these difficult months.

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SINGLE... TO MULTI-OP

Jack Quenby owns and runs an entertainment business in Leicestershire, Jackstar Weddings, along with his wife Louise. Since undertaking his first DJ gig with a friend in 1999, Jack has progressed from part time to full time DJ, and his business has grown into a very successful multi op DJ business, whilst also providing related services including photobooths and decoration.

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ANTIFRAGILITY - Learning to Thrive not Survive!

This article is going to be a little like Marmite and may well anger some readers, which is ironic as anyone who does get angered by reading it is more in need of the help it suggests than anyone! However, if it does anger you, you have the option to realise that it isn't directed at you personally.

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REVIEWED

REVIEWED: PIONEER DJ DDJ-FLX6

REVIEWED: TRS-1500 & TRS-1800

REVIEWED: KAM ILINK-500RGB (KML301)

REVIEWED: CHAUVET DJ WASH FX HEX

REVIEWED: BOSE L1 PRO8

REVIEWED: POWERWERKS PWPRO 15

CONTRIBUTORS

Alan Marshall, Andy Stapleton, Anna Goodwin, Brian Mole, Bruce Burry, Carl Hirst, Fabio Capozzi, Greg Cartwright, Ian Forest, Jack Quenby, Jack Wilson, Keith Hutchins, Pat Mulligan, Richard Lee and Tony Winyard.

ADVERTISERS

DJ Kit, Mastermix, Pioneer DJ, Alan Berg,
MDJN (Mobile DJ Network), DJ Event Planner, American DJ, Novopro, Mobile Entertainment Expo & PBX, Bose,
JHS (Kam & Powerwerks), Headstock Distribution (H|H),
CHAUVET DJ, Phase One DJ Store, RCF, QSC, Yamaha,
Tronios BV (Beamz), WestEnd DJ, FBT, Nicolaudie (Lightrider), Bishopsound, Lotronic

SHOPS
DJ Kit, Phase One DJ Store, WestEnd DJ,
Westend DJ - North Circular Cumbria Sound & Lighting, Terralec, The DJ Shop, Southampton, RSD Music, Discotechnology, Simply Sound & Lighting,
Glasgow Sound Centre, DJ Superstore, DJ Dealer,
DJ Supplies Sound and Light, DY Pro Audio Ltd,
Inspiration Sound & Light, HW Audio, Bishopsound Ltd, CRS1, Clubtek