If you’ve ever thought, “I should probably get better at DJing,” but didn’t feel like commuting to a classroom… good news.

Point Blank Music School has partnered with Tribe XR to bring professional DJ education into virtual reality.

Yes — you can now learn to DJ in a headset. And no, this isn’t just a gimmick anymore.

This collaboration allows students to:

Instead of watching tutorials, you’re actually inside a virtual booth, hands on decks, learning by doing. Which is kind of the whole point.

For DJs, this removes one of the biggest barriers to learning: Access.

You don’t need:

You just need:

It also means new DJs can build muscle memory in a risk-free environment, which is something even seasoned DJs wish they had early on.

We’ve already covered:

Now we’re seeing education move into the same space. That’s important. Because when learning happens in a new format, adoption usually follows.

Today: “Learning DJing in VR sounds interesting.”

Tomorrow: “Why would I not learn this way?”

Will VR replace traditional DJ education? Probably not.

But will it:

Absolutely. And if the next generation of DJs grows up learning in virtual booths… Don’t be surprised if they show up to real ones way more prepared than you were.

Hip hop DJs talk a big game.

Tonight, we build the crate that actually has to work.

We’re going live to build a 2026 Hip Hop Floor Proof crate in real mixable order. Not just random songs thrown in a folder. Not “whatever feels right.” A real crate built for DJs who need hip hop that hits in clubs, weddings, open format sets, and rooms full of people who know the records.

If your hip hop folder is a mess, this is for you.

If you’ve been leaning on the same tired records, this is for you.

If you want to see how a crate should actually be built, show up

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Remember when we said the Native Instruments insolvency situation wasn’t the end, just a reset?

Well, the CEO just came out with an update… and the message is clear: Everything is fine. Please continue using your plugins. Which, to be fair, is exactly what you’d expect them to say.

Native Instruments’ CEO has issued a public update on the company’s preliminary insolvency proceedings, emphasizing:

In other words: No shutdown. No disappearing downloads. No “sorry, your license expired with the company.” For now.

If you’re using NI tools — whether that’s:

…this update is meant to calm the room. And it should, to a degree. Because the reality is:

But it also reinforces something we talked about earlier: This is a “monitor the situation” moment, not an “ignore it” moment.

Companies don’t go into insolvency because everything is running perfectly. This process is about:

Which means the real story isn’t today. It’s what happens next. Will NI:

That’s where things get interesting.

“Business as usual” is good news.

It means:

But it also means: The reset is happening behind the scenes. And if you’re a DJ or producer who depends on these tools, the smartest move right now isn’t to jump ship…It’s to stay aware while keeping your options open.

Because in 2026, being locked into one ecosystem isn’t a flex. It’s a risk.

In a week full of AI debates and platform drama, here’s something refreshingly real:

Foundation FM has partnered with Apple Music, AlphaTheta, and Platoon to support emerging female talent for International Women’s Month. No gimmicks. Just access, exposure, and opportunity.

The collaboration focuses on:

This isn’t just a one-off event — it’s part of a broader push to elevate underrepresented voices in DJ and music culture.

Let’s be honest — DJing has historically been a pretty male-dominated space. So initiatives like this matter because they:

And for working DJs, that means:

We spend a lot of time talking about:

But none of that matters if the pipeline of talent stays narrow. Programs like this shift the focus back to:

Because the future of DJing isn’t just about better tools. It’s about who gets to use them.

This isn’t about checking a box for International Women’s Month. It’s about expanding the ecosystem.

More voices = more creativity

More creativity = better music

Better music = better dance floors

And that’s something every DJ benefits from — whether they realize it or not.

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If your Instagram engagement feels weird lately… it’s not just you.

Recent data shows that engagement on platforms like Instagram, Threads, and even LinkedIn has dipped.

Before you panic and blame the algorithm (again), here’s the reality: People didn’t stop using social media. They just stopped using it the same way.

User behavior is shifting:

Instead, people are spending more time in:

Translation: The internet is getting smaller. And more private.

For DJs, this changes how attention works.

The old playbook:

The new playbook:

Because bookings don’t come from strangers liking your post. They come from people who remember you when it’s time to hire someone.

And that memory is now happening in:

Not just your public feed.

Instead of living in the main feed, users are shifting toward:

Instagram is still relevant — but it’s no longer the center of gravity. It’s one touchpoint. Not the entire strategy.

If you’re only chasing views, you’re playing the wrong game.

Focus on:

Because in 2026, the DJs getting booked aren’t just the most visible… They’re the most remembered.

The feed is fading. The conversation is winning. Instagram didn’t die. It just stopped being the main stage. And if you’re still performing for the algorithm instead of the audience… You’re missing where the real crowd went.