WITH the party season coming along, you get no prize for guessing what my latest obsession is. I am not talking about dancing, I am talking about making others dance to my tune. I want to be a Disc Jockey!

I know of a DJ, who generally charges seven grands for playing at any event, he is now charging Rs 40,000 for playing on 31st December. Is his music going to be gold plated that night? I am sure not then why?

They are too much in a demand and very few ones can actually play good music. Trust me I am one of those :P (Self promotion). I have been practicing this on a software called Mismeister, which has really made my job simpler. I first tried Virtual DJ, which explained the basic concept to me and is good for any beginner. However, the only problem with that was probably, you could play only full songs and mixing midway was a bit difficult.

It took me a while to understand Mixmeister but now I feel its so simple and rocking. You just need to spend some quality time with it and it will be all yours. The best part about this software is that it is completely custom-made and the tutorials are self explanatory.

Rather than being stuck in Mumbai traffic or spending three grands at a five star hotel with no food available, make your friends dance to your tune at your place and ROCK ON! A house party is the best way to go. And if you still find this software complicated, contact me, I will be your DJ. But remember, there are no free lunches;)

Do more with your music!

Illustration: Aalaap Ghag