DJ Trivia 5

Question 1

What does the term 'A&R' stand for in the music industry?

Accepted Answer

Artists and Repertoire

Answer

A&R (Artists and Repertoire) refers to the division of a record label responsible for scouting and developing talent.

Question 2

The DMC World DJ Championship has been held annually since which decade?

Accepted Answer

1980s

Answer

The DMC World DJ Championship began in 1985 and is one of the most prestigious DJ battle competitions in the world.

Question 3

What is a 'slip mat' used for on a DJ turntable?

Accepted Answer

To allow the record to spin independently from the platter while cueing

Answer

A slip mat is placed between the record and the turntable platter so the DJ can hold the record still while the platter continues spinning underneath.

Question 4

Which city is considered the birthplace of techno music?

Accepted Answer

Detroit

Answer

Detroit, Michigan is widely recognized as the birthplace of techno, developed by the 'Belleville Three': Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson.

Question 5

What is the function of a 'crossfader' on a DJ mixer?

Accepted Answer

To blend between two audio channels using a horizontal fader

Answer

The crossfader is a horizontal slider that blends audio between two channels, moving left favors Channel 1 and moving right favors Channel 2.

DJ - Mixing Practice Test

DJ - Mixing Practice Test

DJ Trivia 5