The UNTOLD Creators by Visa program recently concluded its dynamic internship and practice phase, which took place from June 25 to 27 at DjSuperStore. This phase was a pivotal part of the program, providing a hands-on learning experience for five exceptional future DJ’s who were selected from the initial group of 20 creators: Christian Thomson, Mihai Grig, Teodor Debu, Alexander Demeter, and Rareș Gherman.
The five creators, each with their unique styles and visions, were paired with their mentors MAHONY and RHEM. Over the span of three days, the mentors guided the creators through the world of music production and live mixing sessions. The sessions were designed to bridge the gap between the theoretical knowledge that they gained in the first workshops with RHEM and MAHONY, and a practical application, ensuring that the creators could hone their skills in a real-world setting.
In the live mixing sessions, the creators worked with MAHONY and learned about the technical and artistic elements crucial for live performances. The mentor demonstrated live sets, highlighting the nuances that differentiate a good performance from a great one. The creators practiced beatmatching, EQing, and transitions, applying these techniques in the studio and receiving immediate feedback.
In the music production sessions, they worked with RHEM on the creative process, from ideation to execution. They experienced sound design, arrangement, they experimented with different sounds and techniques, receiving personalized feedback to refine their unique styles.
The internship and practice phase at DjSuperStore was more than just a learning experience; it was a transformative journey for the UNTOLD Creators by Visa participants. The hands-on approach, combined with expert guidance from MAHONY and RHEM, allowed the creators to elevate their craft. At the end of this phase, one of the five selected Creators will be announced as the WINNER in THE ARTIST Pillar, and will have the chance to play a live set at the UNTOLD Festival in August 2024.