DJ Trivia 2

Question 1

Which DJ is credited with pioneering the 'Transformer scratch' technique?

Accepted Answer

DJ Cash Money

Answer

DJ Cash Money popularized the Transformer scratch, named after the rapid cutting sound resembling the Transformers cartoon.

Question 2

What does the term 'crate digging' refer to in DJ culture?

Accepted Answer

Searching through record stores for rare vinyl

Answer

Crate digging refers to the practice of searching through record stores or collections to find rare or obscure vinyl records.

Question 3

The 'Amen break' drum loop originates from which song?

Accepted Answer

Amen, Brother by The Winstons

Answer

'Amen, Brother' by The Winstons (1969) contains the iconic 6-second drum break that became the most sampled recording in history.

Question 4

Which format of music file is considered lossless and preferred by professional DJs for quality?

Accepted Answer

FLAC

Answer

FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) preserves the full original audio quality without compression artifacts, making it ideal for professional use.

Question 5

What is a 'rider' in the context of a DJ's live performance?

Accepted Answer

A list of technical and hospitality requirements for a gig

Answer

A rider is a contract addendum listing the DJ's technical requirements, such as specific equipment, and hospitality needs like food and beverages.

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