Second Life DJ

Teach yourself how to mix

Cybster DJ — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 01:32:58 +0000

Want to be a DJ and pull off the perfect mix?

FIND THE PERFECT DJ SET-UP

Cybster DJ — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 04:12:16 +0000

This guide is designed to help DJs of all levels find their perfect set-up, ranging from the most basic, digital-only set-up to more complex digital / analog configurations.

In addition we present a buyers guide, so that you can complete your set-up with the minimum of fuss.

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Funny :P

Cybster DJ — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 09:19:54 +0000

Music industry offers deal to small Webcasters (i.e. Second Life DJs)

Cybster DJ — Tue, 22 May 2007 22:54:51 +0000

Facing an outcry over imminent royalty fee increases for Internet radio operators, the music industry body that lobbied for the changes has attempted a peace offering.

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Peter Greenstone’s Seminar talk as podcast

Cybster DJ — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:52:27 +0000

This is an audio tutorial covering streaming, software, hardware and concepts for performing in Second Life.

Peter did it again! Here is PG’s(Melvin Took in SL) talk from SL Musician seminar for those of you musician friends that were unable to attend. He is both detailed and concise and provides audio examples. You will be happy you listened.

“Streaming” Licence for Australians

Cybster DJ — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 03:39:10 +0000

When an Avatar hears your music mix at a venue in Second Life, they are actually just listening to your personal Internet Radio station. The SL Viewer software is simply acting as an Internet Radio (stream) player. If the person knows your unique station URL they can listen directly in most music software. Music players that will work are RealPlayer, Windows Media Player, Apple iTunes, Musicmatch Jukebox etc.

Now that you understand you a running an internet radio station, you need to be aware of music licencing obligations. In Australia, we are referred to as “Narrowcasters”. Narrowcast services are broadcasting services whose reception is limited by some means (eg they have a limited appeal, they target special interest groups, or they are only able to be received in a limited location or for a limited period of time). Some narrowcast services can be received on standard radio sets; others require special receiving equipment. These services are generally funded by advertising or subscription fees.

More licence information can be found at the APRA website.

http://www.apra.com.au/music-users/broadcasters/radio/radio-narrowcast.asp

Internet Radio To Have Global License

Cybster DJ — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 23:43:12 +0000

According to Reuters, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) has come up with a single license agreement that Internet radio broadcasters can sign to gain the right to broadcast music around the world.
Previously, online radio broadcasters, or Webcasters, had to secure approval from an alphabet soup of national collection agencies.

Broadcasting a single song online to European listeners across the continent, for example, would require a Webcaster to obtain dozens of licensing contracts. . . .

Rechardt added that while the approval process has been streamlined, the old fee structure is still intact. Webcasters will still have to pay a national body a fee for songs broadcast into each individual country.

While the license has yet to be finalized, it promises to be a good private solution to the morass of global copyright law. Read the article here.

DJ’s, Add your profile here

Cybster DJ — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 06:16:50 +0000

By adding your profile here, potential client check you out and may hire you at their event or venue.

See these DJ’s is action

Cybster DJ — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 06:15:40 +0000

DJ’s can post their events here so potential clients can see a live performance.

Second Life Trailer

Cybster DJ — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 05:52:19 +0000

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Windows PC Setup – Basic

Cybster DJ — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 23:44:28 +0000

This is a basic Windows PC Setup. The minimum for DJing in SL.

Please note, this topic does not go into configuring or using this system.

1. Music Player (iTunes/Winamp/Windows Media Player/PC DJ/Virtual DJ/etc.)
2. Microphone (Mic jack is ok as long as you get enough gain with minimum noise)
3. DSL/Cable Broadband Account
4. Uplink Software (SimpleCast) Download the demo
5. A Streaming Server Account.
secondlife://Mauve/75/250/
A 100 Slot account is $L4000 per month… about $15USD. Very good value.
6. A ton of songs in all genres.
7. DJing in Second Life is actually Internet Radio technology and therefore is subject to music licencing laws.

If your streaming server is based in the USA, register with ASCAP by completing the new media license. There is a rate calculator on their website to determine fees.

The ASCAP contract permits you to broadcast the music written and played by ASCAP members. Only legally obtained music you own may be broadcast.

Not all songwriters belong to ASCAP. Search the ASCAP library to ensure that an artist you play is a member of that library.

To play a song on the radio that you obtained from a CD, you need the writer’s permission and the publisher’s permission. Permission from the Publisher comes from SESAC. So those are two separate licenses you have to pay for, every year, to run your radio station.

DISCLAIMER: This is information only, may or may not be correct for your situation and is not legal advice. Consult your Legal Practitioner for advice regarding your situation.

Band to release CD and host release party inside of Second Life

Cybster DJ — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 03:44:58 +0000

It’s a CD release party without the spilled wine, bouncers and paparazzi. The Sarah Mac band is releasing a CD and hosting their release party inside the virtual Second Life world. The event will happen at 3PM PST on Saturday December 2nd on “Muse Isle” a virtual island made for live music performances.
See the rest of the story here

Hello world!

Cybster DJ — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 11:57:02 +0000

Second Life DJ is a video tutorial podcast giving you the information you need to set yourself up as a DJ for hire in the virtual world Second Life

The first Tutorial is almost ready so subscribe (FREE) now by using any of these links:
iTunes is the easiest