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From STREAMS to SHOWS: Turning Numbers into a Real Career

58 min • 13 augusti 2025

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This week, it’s just me, diving deep into your Discord questions. We cover why small, dedicated audiences beat big vanity numbers, how to turn streaming momentum into real fans and gigs, and the unsexy logistics every DJ/producer needs to nail, getting paid upfront, prepping visuals, travel, backups, and more. I also share mindset tools like 30-minute daily sprints, creative “triggers,” and knowing when to cut dead projects loose.

Whether you’re chasing your first booking or scaling to international gigs, these insights will save you time, money, and headaches.

(00:00) – Intro & Community shoutouts

(04:50) – Quality over quantity in fanbuilding

(16:25) – Why streams do NOT equal fans

(18:44) – Managers & bookers: when they help

(20:59) – Getting paid upfront

(26:15) – Visuals & logistics for gigs

(30:19) – Leveraging platform relationships

(32:18) – Creating your own gig opportunities

(35:42) – Mindset & simplifying music production

(38:46) – Income thresholds for going full-time

(44:11) – Early-stage income ideas