What makes a DJ worthy of being called one of the best? It is not just about choosing your favorite music and using your speaker system to crank up the volume. It depends on several factors including knowledge of different music genres, voice, personality and equipment. Here is a list of the biggest DJs that made a mark in the music scene in 2011.
David Guetta is widely recognized as one of the biggest DJs, if not the best. He gets credit for popularizing dance music. Unlike Guetta, not a lot of DJs can claim to have numerous hits on the radio. His fame extends even to underground dance music fanatics.
Skrillex is another DJ with a broad fan base that encompasses a diverse range of music enthusiasts. The previous year was a great one for the Swedish House Mafia. A trio of the best DJs is bound to be a successful formula. This group can sell out a music venue in a snap.
Afrojack’s song Give Me Everything with Neyo and Pitbull was a big hit on the radio. The highlight of 2011 was Afrojack’s appearance on stage with Paul McCartney. Deadmau5 has an enormous following due in part to his marketing genius.
Another popular DJ is Kaskade. No one will forget his spur-of-the-moment party outside the Chinese Theater that caused a riot. Tiësto continues to have support from his loyal followers. As the former best DJ in the world, he still has what it takes to be on top. His tours continue to be successful and it shows that he can still sell out music venues.
Other notable DJs include Avicii, Calvin Harris and Armin van Buuren. Armin van Buuren proved to be worthy of being called a top DJ when he sold out his Mirage tour.