OPEN SESSIONS is still at Pirate Dalston.
From 6PM-9PM, we open the doors to our DJ studios and DJs of all levels and all genres are welcome to come and play B2B. When you arrive, sign up for your 15 min set and show us your best blends. Places are limited so grab them whilst they're available.
The Beginner DJ workshops are back! If you're just starting out on the decks and would like a crash course on how to mix, register your free spot on our workshop now.
The Beginner DJ Workshop is hosted by Youssef Boutayeb, a seasoned DJ and Music Technology educator, bringing over 20 years of experience to the table. Beginning his journey as a street team DJ for record labels, Sony BMG and Def Jam, he eventually becoming a tour DJ for notable artists such as Blackstreet, Sean Paul, and Will I Am. Youssef is now a key figure in DJ curriculum development at multiple universities, including the University of West London and Goldsmith University. His expertise spans various genres and advanced techniques. With a background touring with renowned artists and residencies at events like Notting Hill Carnival, he offers comprehensive DJ instruction, covering scratching, beat juggling, and more. Aspiring DJs, seize the chance to learn from a true industry pro.
By signing up to play, you are agreeing to follow our code of conduct and show good “B2B Etiquette.”
What is Pirate’s B2B Etiquette?
Be punctual: Ensure you are at the side of the decks when it is your slot time. Have your USB and headphones ready to go. Make sure your last track is quite a long one so the DJ after you has time to transition.
Be creative: Show us your favourite transitions, use this time as an opportunity to showcase tracks that you may not play in other environments, and try out new things.
Be considerate: Don’t hog the booth; the slots are 15 minutes each, and it is strictly 1 set per person. We want as many DJs to be able to play as possible, so please stick to your time slot.
Be kind: Our open decks are for DJs in all stages of their journey, from pros to beginners. Be supportive of each other and be patient; if you see someone who needs a little extra encouragement, be compassionate. Here at Pirate, we want to build communities that are inclusive and give people space to grow and learn.
Be respectful: Our Pirate staff are here to ensure that every guest at Pirate has a positive experience. We have a zero-tolerance policy for abuse of any kind towards our team.
We want you, and the rest of the Pirate community, to have the best possible experience using our facilities. We want to be good neighbours and members of the community. To help us achieve our goal of having a brilliant and safe community environment, we ask that you stick to a few ‘house rules’ when using Pirate Studios. You can read more about our full ‘house rules’ here.
Please write to emmavie.mbongo@pirate.com if you have any accessibility requirements.
Please note that photographs and footage will be captured during the event. By attending, you consent to their potential use by PIRATE.COM for marketing purposes, including our website, social media, and paid advertising.
