I felt your enthusiasm in this video. Always keep innovating and inspiring, Luke! Your honesty and love for DJing are inspiring! I'm sure that no matter what gear you use, you'll always be at the forefront and even the bleeding edge of innovation. Thanks for always pushing the art of DJing :)
As a past Product Manager for Reloop DJ in Canada, I was always excited to see you teasing the use of Reloop products like the Mixtour and was patiently waiting for the day you jumped onto their gear officially. I've dealt with artist agreements before and many people don't realize that it isn't about money for artists like you. It always end up being about the craft and the art itself.
Are reloop going to develop media players i remember the RMP4 i like that industrial look a current rmp5 would be sick and if marketed correctly would have a good competitive space .
Yes sir! Thank you for putting that in here. My journey with Reloop has only just begun! There will be plenty more videos on the way where I'll highlight them : )
As Armin said last week on ADE workshop: it’s not about the kitchen, it’s about the chef. Si literally it doesn’t matter what setup a DJ have, it’s about his ability to play at the max at any kind of equipment
I love that you're so willing to multi-platform. It means that you can pull up into any venue, in any situation and, still be able to ignite the dance floor. The crowd doesn't care about how you pull off your mix, only other DJ's do.
Yep..DJs nowandays put to much attention to gear / tools - becoming hardware purists and to little to the point : which is make crowd danceing :) Im happy than Laidback Luke has curage to talk openly about it.
Thank you Luke for making this video. Yes I do get that change is hard sometimes to accept but one needs to adapt in today's market and you have always been ahead of time so I trust you.
Perfect politically correct answer. Being that you yourself is a Brand Ambassador to Denon DJ maybe you can make sense as to his reasoning for leaving. He claims he wanted Denon to implement Stems but they didn't want to go that route yet as soon as he leaves they announce Stems Beta for Prime 4+ which means it must've been already in the works.
Miss you Ethan! There's a reason I put you in the video with the Prime 4 showcase. Hope all is good with you. Thank you so much for the amazing compliment!
@@laidbackluke Let's say that lately I'm not at my best and I no longer follow social media as much as I used to. But every now and then I come to see what the great Luke is doing. I send you a big virtual hug.
The vlog of Vlogs! I know Luke now some years and also can say, when there is a Dj who you can trust its Luke. He's always going his way and is not jumping on trends. He keeps it real and is doing what real djs do, try new things and evolve as an artist and do what that you love ! I think it doesn't really matter on which gear you play as long as you love it. Thanks Luke for keeping it real like that
Thank you very much Yannick. You said it right on the last sentence, "it doesn't really matter on which gear you play as long as you love it". This is so true!
Just mental isn't it. How "managed" was that little speech! Oops there's a set of decks behind me so we'd better cover that in the vid as well. Wow. Doing with an app is not innovative its a step backwards. IMO obviously I aint the law of DJ world!
@@willpolr understand not hating on luke, but DJing is a biz like any other. I just don't buy into the mystique of the DJing world like everyone says buy pioneer they are the standard... Well to me standard means generic...
@@AnonIllumi I kinda am hating on him to be honest. I hate it when people are unauthentic and desperately try to appear authentic. It’s laughable. I agree though it’s a business. I also think the best businesses are authentic, but we all know honesty isn’t profitable.
@@AnonIllumi I’m not a fan boy of any equipment other than A&H mixers. Pioneer has never been anything to me. CDJs I can dig but they aren’t all that. And their mixers are horrible.
What a video!!! Thanks. I absolutely agree with you about using our phones to DJ. Continue the great work, and sharing your journey of the art of teaching.
Luke is as real as they come. Always providing valuable insight about the industry. I'm getting my music signed by labels now and Luke's vlogs have helped me a lot to get to this point in my music career.
I'm so happy to read this, keep up! The best, but possibly also the worst, is yet to come for you. I say that with love and care, so you can brace yourself and pull through. I want people to succeed! Thanks a lot!
I will make a video about that in the future too. It will be more like a question as to why the majority of the EDM DJs are stuck on this one setup, while there's actually so much more out there!
@@laidbackluke being the same age as you and got back into DJing a few years ago it hit me hard in what direction to go in go back to using my 1200 and vinyl or go the cdj way but I choose to go traktor stems something different but now gone to cdj as traktor had lost its way.
I knew you've been in the business for a long time Luke, but it still blew my mind how you casually talked about spearheading the first CDJs and the move from Vinyl, and are now using an iPhone to play stadium gigs. You're an absolute legend and I'm so glad and thankful you do these videos and pass on your knowledge and insights. Thank you!
As an old DJ who's following all the latest tech innovaions but working in a not-so economically vibrant market and still using and loving my 12 year old Denon equipment I SALUTE YOU for not taking for granted the positio you have in the industry and not letting a false sense of "brand loyalty" determine your trajectory as an artist, If it was economically viable for me I would be costantly trying to upgrade to the latest tech that suits my style of playing and use what works for me irrespective of the brand, as long as it has a reputation for being of a good build quality. Keep on being true to your craft. You coninue to inspire many. L's Up!
I have my old denon mc 2000 deck and I still rock it. But yep playing with a mouse is a method I use at times too now days :) I used my mouse for many years in my work environment. Any deck is beaten up alrdy by ms office app lol. Its a real deal.
Your an awesome DJ and a real DJ. It can be said you don’t follow trends. You help push the industry forward . Thank you for keeping us informed with all you do. And for keeping crowds in good moods with your awesome skills! Good on you for doing what you feel is right!
LOVE. I absolutely back the ideology of this. Always search for what you love and continue to evolve. I love your realism in this vid. Awesome, awesome stuff.
You're one of the best in the game! We'll always follow you, no matter which hardware/software partner you choose. We trust your judgment. Onward and upward!
I think that you make choices based off on what makes sense overall. Decade after decade you decide to move forward. Great work Luke such an inspiration.
Seriously, I love you. You are always 100% real. I do miss you doing your amazing work on Pioneer, but you need to be happy about the gear you use. Big props to you. I have so much respect for you! Thank you for being authenticly you!
@laidbackluke Loads of RESPECT for musicians like you who always evolve in ur craft and constantly keep trying new products to enhance your live sets, music production & in turn make music lovers appreciate & love your work even more 🙌
I hope people respect your decision and understand that their comments can impact your mood. Thank you for explaining this and I personally assumed that this was your reasoning especially when the idea of DJing with an app is pretty revolutionary. Yeah, I hope that people respect each other’s opinions on what equipment that they use because at the end of the day. We need to use stuff that works for our needs and handle the type of gigs that we each are doing.
Nice and very interesting! I just got some slack from a good friend of mine that I sold out and ditched vinyl and the 1200 from back in the 80’s-90’s, and I became a softee DJ with controllers. I just got back to DJing in 2022 and jumped on the new technology (learning curve like how to tie my shoes again). But I embrace the new gear and technology because it’s made it easier for me to make edits and mix a certain way and I finally learned how to use the cue points lol. I see this video and it makes so much sense, I may have to try reloop gear to DJ with my iPhone to start having it as a back and move it to my preferred gear for future events. Thank you for this video Luke! Blessings to you always! Here’s to more videos and to more innovation inspirations!
You are One of and if not THE most humble musician out there. LOVE your music and your DJing is always next level. Love that you take those comments and turn it into a learning teachable moment. You are the best Luke and always will be ! Keep it Laidback and Salute ! 🫡
Huge respect for the straight up & honest answers. I can honestly relate to this video. I get so excited whenever new tech is released, I couldn't imagine being held back by a contract of some sort. You have to stick with what keeps you excited & creative. Reloop are innovative & make fantastic gear & DjayPro is getting better all the time too. I can see why you changed course. Hopefully we get to see a collab with yourself & DjAngelo rocking the Reloops in the near future!!
It’s been a while since I have DJ’d but you’re such an inspiration I definitely want to get back into it! I love your authenticity man. Hope to see you in Vegas again soon
It took me a while to realize this while there was a surge in digital djing... but all that matters is what comes out of the speakers. The crowd doesnt care what you dj with or how you do it. The only people who care are other djs. And I love my fellow djs, but I dont dj for other djs. I dj to entertain crowds. So, if it sounds good coming out of the speakers, DO IT!
If they only cared about what came out of the speakers, then there would be no need for the dj at all. The more we move away from the human element of djing, the faster we make ourselves obsolete.
Lanks nice Laidback Luke!!. True innovator through out all the years and still now. Increase capacity and 1 % atomic habit for us everyday. Good or bad lol, djing is still fun with you always.
Well said. I'm with you. Seams like we were doing the same things over the years although I do not know you personally. I started with vinyl in the 80's. Went with CDJ's in the 90's and now I'm all digital even though I'm now retired and just a bedroom DJ. I try and have all brands and try different software as well. Embrace the future and leave the past behind. Freedom is the best gift given other than life and you don't need to answer to anyone. Keep being you.
Laidback Luke you’ve always been one of my favorite DJs of all time ever since I first saw you play at EDC10 , love that you had such a definitive answer and it not only addresses your larger fan base audience but it’s meant to inform the others on what it means to keep true to your character and your style without it becoming about money or a deal. Truly always great to know your idols are indeed who they want to be. Just started DJing and my goal is to be anywhere as good and as technical as you are, both on vinyl and cdjs! Going to be playing before you one day! 🙌🏼
Thank you for the honesty, and sharing your thoughts. I am glad to hear that there was nothing really negative about any of your brand experiences in the past. I feel people get to blind by brand loyalty and miss out on things that could be better because of it. I am currently in the Denon camp and have no ill will towards you or anyone who decides to jump brands. The important part is not the gear you use but how you use your gear and if you can use this new setup better than the old then you would have been dumb not to switch.
A true professional. Thanks for your honesty. You are going to have an amazing time with that set up behind you. Did you get the Djay vinyl as well ? Salute 🫡
Really inspiering to hear how you still work with djing after all those years! Really easy to get laidback when you have an well estabished name in the industry 🤩 all the best 🥰
I always loved music and I never had the balls to start dj'ing out of being so unfamiliar with how it all worked. I didn't have access to gear and didn't wanna buy an entire set up not knowing how i'd actually make out with it after trying. I came across the djay app and it lit the fire. Years later im doing gigs, recording mixes and having an awesome time with it. I don't blame you one bit for trying new things even if it's not popular. The future of dj'ing in my opinion isn't only with what you're saying but also starting to happen more often in VR....once the mixed reality technology takes off where you can see your equipment better, then things are really gonna change and you'll see even more people like myself get into the art. The proof is in your craft though, there's no need to explain every move you make. I've been a big fan for a long time
Summary of a very talented but money-driven brand ambassador (with unfortunately questionable integrity) who has bet on the wrong horse for the last 8 years. I am very sorry Luke, I used to look up to you but using a knock-off of AKAI's 10 year-old modular controller in front of 60K+ people with a 6 inch iPhone (just because you "liked the idea") is disrespectful towards the craft and the crowd in my book.
Its been a long Journey dorcyou so far Luke. I still remember your early releases om Touché way back then, so I have been tining in requently to watch your insights over the years. An.. Jazz Fudge and Grand Central stickers om your vinylcase! What a ride!
..respect for your honest opinion!!! I started deejaying in 1987 and I'v been to all the transitions haha, we were so happy when we saw the first cdj500 and 1000...we were just happy kids with toys...regards
Woah I’m speechless Luke, The Idea Of CHANGE Even In Our Everyday DJing Equipment Is Something I Never Thought Of As A Gen Z DJ 🙏🏻 Much Love & Gratitude For Opening Our Minds More Each & Every Day Through Vlogs Like These Sifu Lucas! ❤️
Thanks for the shoutout! It's great to see you're always developing your set-up and embracing new technology!
Love the honesty! 👏🏻
10 minutes for an answer just to say the Denon contact ended, I am now with Reloop and DJay Pro.
I felt your enthusiasm in this video. Always keep innovating and inspiring, Luke! Your honesty and love for DJing are inspiring! I'm sure that no matter what gear you use, you'll always be at the forefront and even the bleeding edge of innovation. Thanks for always pushing the art of DJing :)
Yeah, this felt really honest and not sponsored at all... 😂
carlo is just as cringe as Luke… speaks for the whole „DJ“ branch, just paid shills and self-exposers…
As a past Product Manager for Reloop DJ in Canada, I was always excited to see you teasing the use of Reloop products like the Mixtour and was patiently waiting for the day you jumped onto their gear officially. I've dealt with artist agreements before and many people don't realize that it isn't about money for artists like you. It always end up being about the craft and the art itself.
Are reloop going to develop media players i remember the RMP4 i like that industrial look a current rmp5 would be sick and if marketed correctly would have a good competitive space .
@@mixx_factory It's been a year since I've left that role, so I can not comment or give any valuable info regarding Reloop's future
give us a reloop elite with a built in screen and some cool fx toggle switches...
@Natale_Luca_98 respect that. I appreciated that. Good luck in your endeavors.
Yes sir! Thank you for putting that in here. My journey with Reloop has only just begun! There will be plenty more videos on the way where I'll highlight them : )
As a fellow DJ EDM Guy I respect you so much for the transparency and keeping it real Luke!
As Armin said last week on ADE workshop: it’s not about the kitchen, it’s about the chef. Si literally it doesn’t matter what setup a DJ have, it’s about his ability to play at the max at any kind of equipment
I love that you're so willing to multi-platform. It means that you can pull up into any venue, in any situation and, still be able to ignite the dance floor. The crowd doesn't care about how you pull off your mix, only other DJ's do.
Yep..DJs nowandays put to much attention to gear / tools - becoming hardware purists and to little to the point : which is make crowd danceing :) Im happy than Laidback Luke has curage to talk openly about it.
The new technology is what makes it so fun and exciting! Super excited to give this app a try
Thank you Luke for making this video. Yes I do get that change is hard sometimes to accept but one needs to adapt in today's market and you have always been ahead of time so I trust you.
you're a true punk rocker, Luke! Love it
😅😅😅
A true artist is always hungry for new things. You are a real one.
Perfect politically correct answer. Being that you yourself is a Brand Ambassador to Denon DJ maybe you can make sense as to his reasoning for leaving. He claims he wanted Denon to implement Stems but they didn't want to go that route yet as soon as he leaves they announce Stems Beta for Prime 4+ which means it must've been already in the works.
@ethanLeo: That being said by another Denon lover like you , mate that makes you a true artist too.
Miss you Ethan! There's a reason I put you in the video with the Prime 4 showcase. Hope all is good with you. Thank you so much for the amazing compliment!
@@laidbackluke Let's say that lately I'm not at my best and I no longer follow social media as much as I used to. But every now and then I come to see what the great Luke is doing. I send you a big virtual hug.
Noooo,laidbackluke ha lasciato Denon? Un male…… EthanLeo tu sei rimasto nel team Denon?😮💨😮💨😮💨
You deserve so much respect for for this RESPECT!!! 🙏 ❤
Thanks for your explanation sounds exciting luke 🎉
The vlog of Vlogs! I know Luke now some years and also can say, when there is a Dj who you can trust its Luke. He's always going his way and is not jumping on trends. He keeps it real and is doing what real djs do, try new things and evolve as an artist and do what that you love !
I think it doesn't really matter on which gear you play as long as you love it.
Thanks Luke for keeping it real like that
Thank you very much Yannick. You said it right on the last sentence, "it doesn't really matter on which gear you play as long as you love it". This is so true!
First I thought ' Ya sure..' but you got me, very interesting Luke!
Keep pushing boundaries, @Laidback Luke. Thank you for sharing.
always keeping it real, love it
This is why I look up to you Luke you the real deal and you been in the game for a while💯
THE SPONSORSHIP DEAL CAME TO AN END BASICALLY...
Yes… so let’s trash them and just talk good about the new deal 🤣
Just mental isn't it. How "managed" was that little speech! Oops there's a set of decks behind me so we'd better cover that in the vid as well. Wow. Doing with an app is not innovative its a step backwards. IMO obviously I aint the law of DJ world!
@@willpolr understand not hating on luke, but DJing is a biz like any other. I just don't buy into the mystique of the DJing world like everyone says buy pioneer they are the standard... Well to me standard means generic...
@@AnonIllumi I kinda am hating on him to be honest. I hate it when people are unauthentic and desperately try to appear authentic. It’s laughable.
I agree though it’s a business. I also think the best businesses are authentic, but we all know honesty isn’t profitable.
@@AnonIllumi I’m not a fan boy of any equipment other than A&H mixers. Pioneer has never been anything to me. CDJs I can dig but they aren’t all that. And their mixers are horrible.
Keep pushing Luke! you don't bounce around but you move the industry forward. go go.
3:57 love the dot matrix printer with the tractor-feed paper under it :)
I appreciate your honesty and positive outlook, Luke. Keep being yourself, playing on what works for you, and pushing music forward.
What a video!!! Thanks. I absolutely agree with you about using our phones to DJ. Continue the great work, and sharing your journey of the art of teaching.
Luke is as real as they come. Always providing valuable insight about the industry. I'm getting my music signed by labels now and Luke's vlogs have helped me a lot to get to this point in my music career.
I'm so happy to read this, keep up! The best, but possibly also the worst, is yet to come for you. I say that with love and care, so you can brace yourself and pull through. I want people to succeed! Thanks a lot!
So nice, always open minded for new development. Love it.
Looking forward, to taking this journey🚀with you.
Ride the WAVE of innovation, well done✌
Heck yeah bro, stay innovating!
I like the way you think about the change in the art of DJing by not getting stuck to just one style/direction
I will make a video about that in the future too. It will be more like a question as to why the majority of the EDM DJs are stuck on this one setup, while there's actually so much more out there!
@@laidbackluke being the same age as you and got back into DJing a few years ago it hit me hard in what direction to go in go back to using my 1200 and vinyl or go the cdj way but I choose to go traktor stems something different but now gone to cdj as traktor had lost its way.
You are a legend bro!!
I knew you've been in the business for a long time Luke, but it still blew my mind how you casually talked about spearheading the first CDJs and the move from Vinyl, and are now using an iPhone to play stadium gigs. You're an absolute legend and I'm so glad and thankful you do these videos and pass on your knowledge and insights. Thank you!
Luke, you are the most humble artist with so much compassion in relating your experiences and care for everyone else. God bless you.
As an old DJ who's following all the latest tech innovaions but working in a not-so economically vibrant market and still using and loving my 12 year old Denon equipment I SALUTE YOU for not taking for granted the positio you have in the industry and not letting a false sense of "brand loyalty" determine your trajectory as an artist,
If it was economically viable for me I would be costantly trying to upgrade to the latest tech that suits my style of playing and use what works for me irrespective of the brand, as long as it has a reputation for being of a good build quality.
Keep on being true to your craft. You coninue to inspire many.
L's Up!
I have my old denon mc 2000 deck and I still rock it. But yep playing with a mouse is a method I use at times too now days :) I used my mouse for many years in my work environment. Any deck is beaten up alrdy by ms office app lol. Its a real deal.
I really appreciate this comment sir, thank you so much!
Enjoying the vlogs man!
Your an awesome DJ and a real DJ. It can be said you don’t follow trends. You help push the industry forward . Thank you for keeping us informed with all you do. And for keeping crowds in good moods with your awesome skills!
Good on you for doing what you feel is right!
LOVE. I absolutely back the ideology of this. Always search for what you love and continue to evolve.
I love your realism in this vid. Awesome, awesome stuff.
You're one of the best in the game! We'll always follow you, no matter which hardware/software partner you choose. We trust your judgment. Onward and upward!
Luke's vision is unmatched
I think that you make choices based off on what makes sense overall. Decade after decade you decide to move forward. Great work Luke such an inspiration.
Always innovative.. keep up the strong work
I rock two Denon SC6000s with a Pioneer DJM-900 NXS2 mixer...why not?
such a important video! i'm by your side. Wish you luck
Great video. Innovation is sharing and believing. Change will always come hard for some. Artistic approaches have to evolve.
I'm so glad I watched this video. It is real eye-opener -- made me think really hard about the future. Thanks, LaidbackLuke!!
Nice one Luke - always be authentic. Inspirational.
Thank you thank you thank you... for keeping true to your art, for all the knowledge and experience you share... true legend here
Love it! Thanks for sharing!
Good and honest video about your journey. Reloop another up and coming innovative company. Let's wait and see
Dang Luke you're the reason I even dare to touch the Decks. May there be no limit to your creativity!
Forget the haters, be true to you, and the real ones will recognise and respond.
Respect from Cornwall, UK, Luke! 🤍
Legend 📈📈📈📈
Seriously, I love you. You are always 100% real. I do miss you doing your amazing work on Pioneer, but you need to be happy about the gear you use. Big props to you. I have so much respect for you! Thank you for being authenticly you!
Luke's always innovating and, more importantly, open to change. I love all the companies he's worked with so far, and am thrilled for his next move!
@laidbackluke Loads of RESPECT for musicians like you who always evolve in ur craft and constantly keep trying new products to enhance your live sets, music production & in turn make music lovers appreciate & love your work even more 🙌
Thanks Luke ! I love Djay it's such an amazing platform. I
Dude Luke! Your Absolutely amazing! Always have been.. always will! Stay healthy my friend!
I ain't mad at ya, brotha. Respect. 🙏🏻 💯
mad love and respect Luke! appreciate the honesty and your drive and looking ahead!
I hope people respect your decision and understand that their comments can impact your mood. Thank you for explaining this and I personally assumed that this was your reasoning especially when the idea of DJing with an app is pretty revolutionary.
Yeah, I hope that people respect each other’s opinions on what equipment that they use because at the end of the day. We need to use stuff that works for our needs and handle the type of gigs that we each are doing.
You are a true one. Keep the good work!
Love you bro! Such an influence for me ❤
Nice and very interesting! I just got some slack from a good friend of mine that I sold out and ditched vinyl and the 1200 from back in the 80’s-90’s, and I became a softee DJ with controllers. I just got back to DJing in 2022 and jumped on the new technology (learning curve like how to tie my shoes again).
But I embrace the new gear and technology because it’s made it easier for me to make edits and mix a certain way and I finally learned how to use the cue points lol.
I see this video and it makes so much sense, I may have to try reloop gear to DJ with my iPhone to start having it as a back and move it to my preferred gear for future events. Thank you for this video Luke! Blessings to you always! Here’s to more videos and to more innovation inspirations!
You are One of and if not THE most humble musician out there.
LOVE your music and your DJing is always next level.
Love that you take those comments and turn it into a learning teachable moment.
You are the best Luke and always will be !
Keep it Laidback and Salute ! 🫡
Thank you so much for this reply and thank you for the support always!
Huge respect for the straight up & honest answers. I can honestly relate to this video. I get so excited whenever new tech is released, I couldn't imagine being held back by a contract of some sort. You have to stick with what keeps you excited & creative. Reloop are innovative & make fantastic gear & DjayPro is getting better all the time too. I can see why you changed course. Hopefully we get to see a collab with yourself & DjAngelo rocking the Reloops in the near future!!
It’s been a while since I have DJ’d but you’re such an inspiration I definitely want to get back into it! I love your authenticity man. Hope to see you in Vegas again soon
Man I love this guy. He reminds me why I fell in love with electronic music the first time I heard it at age 12.
Congratulationss, and well done for sticking true to yourself, I know it's not easy at your level Lucas, so BIG respect.......and stay true......
It took me a while to realize this while there was a surge in digital djing... but all that matters is what comes out of the speakers. The crowd doesnt care what you dj with or how you do it. The only people who care are other djs. And I love my fellow djs, but I dont dj for other djs. I dj to entertain crowds. So, if it sounds good coming out of the speakers, DO IT!
I love love love this Jeff, ain't that the truth!
If they only cared about what came out of the speakers, then there would be no need for the dj at all. The more we move away from the human element of djing, the faster we make ourselves obsolete.
Thanks for all you do Luke!
Lanks nice Laidback Luke!!. True innovator through out all the years and still now. Increase capacity and 1 % atomic habit for us everyday. Good or bad lol, djing is still fun with you always.
Well said. I'm with you. Seams like we were doing the same things over the years although I do not know you personally. I started with vinyl in the 80's. Went with CDJ's in the 90's and now I'm all digital even though I'm now retired and just a bedroom DJ. I try and have all brands and try different software as well. Embrace the future and leave the past behind. Freedom is the best gift given other than life and you don't need to answer to anyone. Keep being you.
We love you bro! I bought Denons because of you and very happy with them still!
Hi Luke, speaking from your heart and feelings BRAVO !!! ❤❤❤🤟🤟🤟
True words . Always look for the new .
i still watch your " real DJ-ing " seminar you did back in the Netherlands when i need a swift kick in the ass :)
Luke! iPads and Macs also run djay Pro! Unless you love using your phone!!
Laidback Luke you’ve always been one of my favorite DJs of all time ever since I first saw you play at EDC10 , love that you had such a definitive answer and it not only addresses your larger fan base audience but it’s meant to inform the others on what it means to keep true to your character and your style without it becoming about money or a deal. Truly always great to know your idols are indeed who they want to be. Just started DJing and my goal is to be anywhere as good and as technical as you are, both on vinyl and cdjs! Going to be playing before you one day! 🙌🏼
You actually have a point, keeping mind open to changes is what makes a person forever young
Thank you for being honest about things, Luke! Appreciate it!
Thank you for the honesty, and sharing your thoughts. I am glad to hear that there was nothing really negative about any of your brand experiences in the past. I feel people get to blind by brand loyalty and miss out on things that could be better because of it. I am currently in the Denon camp and have no ill will towards you or anyone who decides to jump brands. The important part is not the gear you use but how you use your gear and if you can use this new setup better than the old then you would have been dumb not to switch.
You are solid Luke. Fan from way back, don't let the keyboard Deejays get to you.
I was curious why you switched and here is the answer! You're a boss.
A true professional. Thanks for your honesty. You are going to have an amazing time with that set up behind you. Did you get the Djay vinyl as well ? Salute 🫡
I've been waiting for this vlog. Thanks!
thank you Master !! much love from Madrid!
Really inspiering to hear how you still work with djing after all those years! Really easy to get laidback when you have an well estabished name in the industry 🤩 all the best 🥰
Congrats good luck
I always loved music and I never had the balls to start dj'ing out of being so unfamiliar with how it all worked. I didn't have access to gear and didn't wanna buy an entire set up not knowing how i'd actually make out with it after trying. I came across the djay app and it lit the fire. Years later im doing gigs, recording mixes and having an awesome time with it. I don't blame you one bit for trying new things even if it's not popular. The future of dj'ing in my opinion isn't only with what you're saying but also starting to happen more often in VR....once the mixed reality technology takes off where you can see your equipment better, then things are really gonna change and you'll see even more people like myself get into the art. The proof is in your craft though, there's no need to explain every move you make. I've been a big fan for a long time
Summary of a very talented but money-driven brand ambassador (with unfortunately questionable integrity) who has bet on the wrong horse for the last 8 years. I am very sorry Luke, I used to look up to you but using a knock-off of AKAI's 10 year-old modular controller in front of 60K+ people with a 6 inch iPhone (just because you "liked the idea") is disrespectful towards the craft and the crowd in my book.
I have Pioneer CDJ, Denon mixer and Reloop neon, with Virtual DJ. It isn't about the brands but choosing your equipment for your needs and DJ style.
Big up to Laidback Luke, L's up. He's seeing it for what it is.
i steped ou of traktor to denon just for this .... keep going strong luke!!!
Just subscribed with open mind of hunger for change!
Its been a long Journey dorcyou so far Luke. I still remember your early releases om Touché way back then, so I have been tining in requently to watch your insights over the years. An.. Jazz Fudge and Grand Central stickers om your vinylcase! What a ride!
..respect for your honest opinion!!! I started deejaying in 1987 and I'v been to all the transitions haha, we were so happy when we saw the first cdj500 and 1000...we were just happy kids with toys...regards
Great video! You are the real deal, Luke!
Yes, I feel the point here. I am also pushing into a direction, most people don't like. But this is where I'm headed at and I don't care.
Thank you friend. I support you. A new fan. As i play out more. I am on the market for a media player. Great objectivity.
Woah I’m speechless Luke, The Idea Of CHANGE Even In Our Everyday DJing Equipment Is Something I Never Thought Of As A Gen Z DJ 🙏🏻 Much Love & Gratitude For Opening Our Minds More Each & Every Day Through Vlogs Like These Sifu Lucas! ❤️
Do whatever you want Luke! Nobody owns you or your passion... Respect ❤