• A Brand New App to Help Prep On The Go

• Get Stuff Done With Your Voice

• Facebook Goes All In On Reels

• Aaron's Cheat Codes

• Organize Like A Pro

“Beating.” Is the No-Rig, All-Prep DJ App You Didn’t Know You Needed

Ever wish you could prep your tracks without firing up the whole spaceship (read: controller, laptop, cables, Rekordbox tantrums)? Enter Beating. — a sleek, free DJ prep app for macOS and iOS built by Roland, a Hungarian DJ/developer with a name that already screams music tech credibility.

He got tired of the 37-step process just to analyze BPMs and test transitions — and so, like any self-respecting music nerd with a little coding skill and a grudge against bad UX, he built his own app.

What Beating. Actually Does:

• Track analysis: Auto-scans BPM, Key, LUFS, and True Peak levels

• Visuals that slap: Clean waveform display with cue point markers

• Cue point editing: Use your mouse or keyboard like a civilized human

• Infinity Sync™: Test transitions between tracks without needing CDJs, decks, or divine intervention

• Vinyl Mode: Just in case your laptop misses the sound of a turntable

• Drag-and-drop metadata: Clean up your crates like it’s spring cleaning season

• iOS to macOS project syncing and USB export ready

Who’s This For?

DJs who:

• Don’t want to boot up Serato just to find a double drop

• Use multiple platforms (Serato, Traktor, Rekordbox, VDJ) and want a neutral prep zone

• Like organizing with intention (instead of last-minute panic crate building)

Why It Matters

• Laptop-only prepping = freedom

  No gear? No problem. Beating gives you full mix-testing ability at the coffee shop, on a flight, or mid-festival greenroom.

• Free, not freemium

  Yes — free. No subscription, no 7-day trials, no “upgrade for cue point access” nonsense. Just download and go.

• Infinity Sync might actually change how you test transitions

  Seriously, it’s like training wheels for blends. Perfect for DJs trying to level up their layering and phrasing without a controller nearby.

TL;DR:

Beating. is a minimalist DJ prep lab in your pocket — built by someone who actually DJs, not someone who “watches Boiler Room sets for the vibes.” It won’t replace your main software, but it will become your go-to crate organizing sidekick.

📲 Grab it now on the Mac App Store or iOS, and start prepping smarter — from anywhere.

In last week’s poll we asked which AI tool is your go-to and 43% responded ChatGPT

Build a Twerk Crate Tonight

Jaymie Perez, Nicki Nell & DJ Pinke will be bringing the heat tonight at 8pm ET. Don’t miss it.

They are dropping crates packed with twerk jams and club bangers for ANY dance floor. You get to build it with them and discover some FIRE edits that are tried and true.

Plus, we are giving away our last Hacker Hotel ticket tonight to one lucky Crate Hackers member.
🎥 Live on Twitch + cratehackathon.com

🗓️ Tuesday, 8PM ET / 5PM PT

ElevenLabs’ 11.ai—Your AI Voice Co-Pilot That Actually Does Stuff

ElevenLabs, famous for its hyper-real AI voice clones, just dropped 11.ai (Alpha)—a voice-first assistant that doesn’t just respond to your voice—it takes action across your apps. If Spotify’s Siri reads playlists, 11.ai executes workflows. Here’s why DJs and music creators should care:

What 11.ai Brings to the Table

• Voice-First Assistant That Works

  Not just chat: ask it to “summarize yesterday’s Slack” or “schedule my next meeting in Linear,” and it actually does it  .

• Integrated with Real Tools

  Thanks to Model Context Protocol, 11.ai connects to apps like Linear, Slack, Gmail, Perplexity, Notion, Salesforce, and even Zapier to research, summarize, and create follow-up tickets—all by voice  .

• Custom Voices & Ultra-Low Latency

  Choose from 5,000+ voices—or build your own clone—while the system responds in conversational time with instant speech  .

Why You Should Care (Even As a DJ)

• Hands-Free Set Planning

  Try: “Hey, ask Perplexity what songs sampled ‘Midnight City’ and compile a playlist in Notion.” Done mid-drive—no need to pull out your phone.

• Auto Admin in the Air

  Stuck on a delayed flight? Say “Start my calendar, draft a gig follow-up email in Gmail, and add a to-do in Notion.” 11.ai hands it all off—no typing required.

• AI + Voice = The Future of Workflow

  It’s not just about convenience. Voice agents that take real action are moving from labs to actual work life—and DJs are prime users. Think hands-free prep, instant research, and organized gigs—all done with your voice.

TL;DR:

ElevenLabs isn’t just cloning voices—they’re building voice agents that do your work. For DJs, that means prepping crates, summarizing artist info, and scheduling gigs—all hands-free with one command.

Facebook Turns All Its Videos into Reels—Big Implications for DJs & Content Creators

In a bold move to double down on short-form video dominance, Meta announced this week that every new video uploaded to Facebook will now be classified as a Reel—no more choosing between Feed video or Reel, and no more 90‑second limits  .

What’s Changing & Why It Matters

• All videos ⇒ Reels

  Whether you’re sharing a full DJ set clip or a behind‑the‑booth story, it’ll show up as a Reel moving forward—complete with Reels tools and creative options  .

• Longer than 90 seconds? No problem.

  Reels can now stretch far beyond TikTok-style limits, letting you post everything from extended mixes to tutorial breakdowns without clipping  .

• One tab to rule them all

  Facebook’s Video tab is being renamed “Reels,” simplifying your content dashboard and discovery flow  .

• Creative tools unleashed:

  Expect expanded music features, filters, captions—all built into one unified video format  .

DJ & Creator Takeaways

• No more confusion

  Forget choosing formats—just upload and your content gets max reach via Reels algorithms.

• Longer content, bigger impact

  Post longer gig highlights, tutorial walkthroughs, and fleshed‑out session cuts in one go.

• Tap into Reels discovery

  DJs not on TikTok? Reels gives you TikTok-like reach within Facebook. More visibility, bigger audience.

• Audience control stays solid

  Privacy settings carry over. You decide who sees your content—no surprises when your grandfather shares your booth walk-up in his feed  .

Why Now?

Meta is chasing TikTok’s dominance by making Reels the universal video format—not just an add-on. It’s a clear signal: short-form video is no longer niche—it’s the baseline.

For DJs, it means your content strategy should follow suit: think swipeable, scannable, scroll-ready.

TL;DR:

Every new Facebook video is now a Reel. Long or short, performances or promos—it all benefits from Reels discovery algorithms. If you’re sharing video content as a DJ or creator, expect wider reach—just ask your audience to tap, swipe, and scroll.

The Ultimate DJ Guide to Winning “Ladies Night” 🎧

Spinning for modern women isn’t guesswork. It’s about sourcing the right tracks, reading group energy, managing interactions, and creating standout experiences—with facts to back it up.

1. Discovering Moves-Worthy Music

• TikTok Explosion: Viral dance challenges on TikTok often predict club hits—songs trending on the Hot 50 chart drive ~27% of Germany’s top tracks within 12 days  .

• Shazam’s Real-Time Data: High rankings on regional Shazam charts indicate what women are seeking right now—scan the hip‑hop/twerk top 25 before each set .

• Female-Focused Playlists: Dive into Spotify playlists & DJ pools tailored to women—these curated lists act as a fast-track to dancefloor anthems.

➡️ Action Step: Spend 30 minutes pre-gig checking TikTok’s viral dance tags, Shazam regional hip-hop charts, and a top female-centric playlist—then build a 15-song backup set.

2. Cracking Female Dance-Floor Psychology

• Safety Is Non-Negotiable: 27% of female music fans avoid events due to safety concerns, and 43% under 40 report sexual harassment at gigs  .

• Group Energy Is Everything: Women often arrive and dance in friend groups—when a few go out, the rest follow. One empowered moment unlocks the floor.

• Anthems & Empowerment: Empowering throwbacks and girl‑power tracks spark emotional peaks and group sing-alongs—escalating energy instantly.

➡️ Action Step: Open your night with a mic call: “Tonight is all about the ladies—dance safe, dance strong.” Drop a nostalgic female anthem to get groups moving early.

3. Polite & Power Request Management

• Acknowledgment Boosts Trust: Even in high-pressure settings, a nod and “Got you” keeps guests feeling respected.

• Protect the Vibe: Only play requests that elevate energy. If it doesn’t work, say kindly, “I’ll try to fit it in later.”

• Handle Pushy Dudes: Stay firm, calm, and polite—“I’ll look for it later, bro.” Escalate to staff only if needed, without disrupting the flow.

➡️ Action Step: Prepare a polite script for booth overload: “Awesome pick! I’ll work it in at peak time.” Use nonverbal cues (“thumbs-up and back to work”) to signal you’re on it.

4. Theme Nights for Female-Focused Vibe

• All-Female Artist Nights: Examples like “Queens of the Club” in Philly packed venues by celebrating women artists—powerful, inviting, and repeatable  .

• Interactive Requests Hour: Host a “Ladies’ Request Hour” where only women guests control the playlist—empowering and fun.

• Unique Global Twists: Try niche concepts like K-pop or Bollywood-Twerk party nights—fresh, exciting, and packed with unique appeal.

➡️ Action Step: Schedule one themed ladies’ night per quarter—promote it with a poll (“All-women-chart takeover?”) and plan interactive elements like vote hours or costume contests.

🔑 Final Take

Ready to go beyond the cheat codes?

Join us LIVE at tonight’s Hackathon for a deep dive into rocking Ladies Night events—we’re breaking down crowd psychology, crate essentials, and the transitions that turn casual vibes into full-blown dance floor takeovers.

👠 Whether you’ve spun one Ladies Night or you’re looking to own that niche, this is your blueprint for creating unforgettable, high-energy sets that keep the ladies dancing (and the bookings rolling in).

In this behind-the-booth breakdown, you’ll learn how to build smarter crates, tag like a metadata ninja, and set up intelligent playlists that actually work while you sleep.

💥 From organizing wedding sets to prepping for unpredictable party crowds, you’ll see how Aaron uses Rekordbox (but it works for Serato, Virtual DJ, Traktor too) to streamline everything—plus why he ruthlessly deletes dead weight from his crates like a digital Marie Kondo with bass drops.

🔥 Whether you’re new to crate prep or ready to level up your set history game, this is the hack-packed walkthrough your DJ software wishes it came with. Crate Hackers is cracking open the vault—jump in, steal the secrets, and make your next set the tightest one yet.

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