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From Serato's intelligent beatgrids to Crate Hackers' new AI assistant, DJ software is finally starting to think like DJs do. Add in Audacity's biggest update ever, radio's surprising comeback, and TikTok's latest viral revival, and you've got one of the biggest workflow editions yet. Plus, the Crate Hackers team heads to Toronto for Bastid's BBQ!

Travis Bizzell, +2

Sep 1, 2026

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6 min read

New Gear. New Ideas. Same Dance Floor

The PRIME 4 G2 is finally here, artists are selling music directly to DJs, Dr. Dre is embracing AI, and Instagram wants to save your next Reel idea before you forget it. Plus, Aaron goes searching for the future of DJing, and tonight we're building the Top 100 crate together.

Travis Bizzell, +2

Aug 18, 2026

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6 min read

The Future Just Added Some Fine Print

AI music gets new rules, AI writing gets invisible fingerprints, and YouTube changes the way creators measure success. Throw in Yacht Rock Cheat Codes, Aaron's latest hot take on trolls, and a major Crate Hackers update during tonight's Yacht Rock Hackathon, and you've got one packed issue.

Travis Bizzell, +2

Aug 13, 2026

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6 min read

The Crowd Is Still The Algorithm

This week's issue explores the future of DJing from every angle: Spotify's latest AI move, why shorter songs demand smarter DJs, fluid beatgrids for every platform, and a thought-provoking look at how our industry has changed since 2020. Plus, don't miss the FREE Hacker Hotel Bonus Day, where AI takes center stage for six straight hours.

Travis Bizzell, +2

We Accidentally Made A DJ Magazine This Week

Jul 14, 2026

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5 min read

We Accidentally Made A DJ Magazine This Week

AlphaTheta drops a new standalone, Spotify wants you to talk to your music, Numark lowers the entry barrier, and a new study says DJing is the dream job—because nobody included the load-in. Plus, Aaron breaks down how to actually read the room, and Nick Spinelli joins tonight’s Hackathon to build the ultimate World Cup crate.

Travis Bizzell, +2

$1,699 Is Budget, AI Wants More Money, and Aaron Went Through My Hard Drive

Jul 7, 2026

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5 min read

$1,699 Is Budget, AI Wants More Money, and Aaron Went Through My Hard Drive

This week: AlphaTheta redefines “affordable,” iZotope packs its bags, AI subscriptions may start charging like actual employees, and your crates probably need a passport. Plus, Aaron judges my 2010s throwback decisions, and DJ Ragoza joins tonight’s Hackathon to build the ultimate classic hip-hop crate before we inevitably turn it into a scratch session.

Travis Bizzell, +2

Meta Wants Your Face. Amazon Wants Your Wallet.

Jun 23, 2026

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5 min read

Meta Wants Your Face. Amazon Wants Your Wallet.

This week: Meta ships $299 AI glasses to compete with its own Ray-Bans, Prime Day puts actual DJ gear on sale, Instagram's Edits app gets smarter, and one Crate Hackers video makes the case that your massive music library stopped being the flex. Plus: Chicago DJs meet us at The Bean!

Travis Bizzell, +2

Jun 9, 2026

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5 min read

Your Next Employee Might Be AI

Claude becomes a DJ co-worker, Spotify proves nostalgia still beats new music, Apple finally upgrades Siri, and why the best DJs don’t have bigger libraries—they make fewer bad decisions. Plus: Don't miss the next installment of the AI Accelerator course with Dom & Friends this week.

Travis Bizzell, +2

AI Is Remixing Music, Fortnite Is Back, and Your DJ Software Wants To Become An Ecosystem

May 26, 2026

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4 min read

AI Is Remixing Music, Fortnite Is Back, and Your DJ Software Wants To Become An Ecosystem

This week: Engine DJ 5.0 expands the inMusic universe, Spotify opens the door to AI remixes and covers, Kick keeps pushing for creator attention, Fortnite returns, and Crate Hackers gets back to basics with smarter crate building. Plus: join tonight’s Hackathon as Aaron and the crew build the Club Killers All-Time Best Edits with special guest DeVille.

Travis Bizzell, +2

Traktor Might Be Back, AI Won’t Stop Talking, and DJs Are Becoming Producers Again

May 12, 2026

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5 min read

Traktor Might Be Back, AI Won’t Stop Talking, and DJs Are Becoming Producers Again

This week: inMusic buys Native Instruments, Spotify’s AI DJ learns new languages, Claude emerges as the AI tool DJs should actually be using, Serato Studio joins DJ Suite, and a new Crate Hackers video tackles the real problem with giant music libraries.

Travis Bizzell, +2

AI Is Running Your Marketing, Instagram Wants More Content, and The Industry Keeps Growing

Apr 28, 2026

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5 min read

AI Is Running Your Marketing, Instagram Wants More Content, and The Industry Keeps Growing

This week: how DJs can actually use AI to book more events, Instagram doubles down on AI video tools, Spotify’s streaming data reveals what really works on the dance floor, and why the electronic music industry is booming... just not evenly. Plus, what consolidation in audio means for DJs trying to build their own lane.

Travis Bizzell, +2

The DJs Using AI Are About To Leave Everyone Else Behind

Apr 15, 2026

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7 min read

The DJs Using AI Are About To Leave Everyone Else Behind

This week: how DJs can actually use AI for sales, why Instagram feels impossible, direct-to-fan marketing, Patreon, smarter content, and the tools that help turn followers into actual bookings.

Travis Bizzell, +2

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The Search Bar Is Dead

New Gear. New Ideas. Same Dance Floor

The Future Just Added Some Fine Print

The Crowd Is Still The Algorithm

We Accidentally Made A DJ Magazine This Week

$1,699 Is Budget, AI Wants More Money, and Aaron Went Through My Hard Drive

Meta Wants Your Face. Amazon Wants Your Wallet.

Your Next Employee Might Be AI

AI Is Remixing Music, Fortnite Is Back, and Your DJ Software Wants To Become An Ecosystem

Traktor Might Be Back, AI Won’t Stop Talking, and DJs Are Becoming Producers Again

AI Is Running Your Marketing, Instagram Wants More Content, and The Industry Keeps Growing

The DJs Using AI Are About To Leave Everyone Else Behind

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