New technologies continue to define the pace with all the latest developments in DJ and VJ technology on show from leading names such as Pioneer, Allen & Heath, Stanton, Gemini, DMC, Ebsel / Proxfade, Numark, Rane and US Blaster. PLASA '06 will also give aspiring DJs the opportunity to mix with some of the best-known names in the business, as well as a chance to witness the record-breaking music event of the year, as world renowned DJ, Cut La Roc, simultaneously mixes on 20 CDJs and 10 mixers.
In addition to on-stand demos, giveaways and workshops - including TalkZones where music industry experts talk about different aspects of DJ'ing and dance music - there'll also be the Gemini 'Extreme V' DJ Competition - a major showcase of current and new talent that attracts entries from all over Europe. Also at PLASA '06 will be the Raw Talent Showcase, in which the winners of iDJ's monthly mix competition will perform throughout the day and the A&R Zone, where budding producers can bring along their demos and get expert opinion from some of dance music's leading labels.
The DMC World Championships will be held on Sunday 10 and Monday 11 September at the Hammersmith Palais, with contestants running live demos from the DMC stand throughout the show. Before PLASA has even opened its doors on Sunday morning, Ebsel Pro Audio will have set the pace with an American style 'DJ Gong Battle' on Friday 8 September at Bar Rumba. During the show, they'll be running a series of DJ masterclasses from their stand.There'll also be a DJ Chill Zone, supported by Westend DJ, where DJs can take advantage of a lounge area dedicated to their cause.
Pre-register online at the website address below. The website also contains pricing and timing information on the seminars, exhibitor listings, directions to the venue and a host of other useful facts.
(Chris Henry)
