FEATURES · COLUMNS · REVIEWS · INDUSTRY COVERAGE
PRESS
Just Chris brings more than two decades behind the decks to conversations about modern DJ culture, nightlife, technology and the business of entertaining a crowd. Explore published columns, product reviews, interviews and industry features.
DJ LIFE MAGAZINE · SEPTEMBER 2026
THE MODERN DJ
What the Hell do DJs Actually Do?
By Just Chris
I’m a DJ. But what does that actually mean anymore?
The role of the DJ has evolved far beyond simply playing records. From vinyl and CDs to laptops, controllers and thumb drives, the technology has changed — and so have the expectations. Today’s working DJ can be a performer, entertainer, programmer, producer, content creator, business owner and service provider, sometimes all in the same weekend.
In his debut Modern DJ column for DJ Life Magazine, Just Chris looks at how the profession has evolved over the last several decades and what it really means to call yourself a DJ today. Through this monthly column, The Modern DJ, he explores the evolving and expanding role of DJs and the realities of building a career behind — and beyond — the decks.
DJ LIFE MAGAZINE ·AUGUSRT 2026
THE MODERN DJ
Just Chris joined industry professionals at DJ to discuss the evolution of country music, dance floors, programming and the growing crossover between country, rock and electronic music.
DJX 2026 • Atlantic City, NJ
DJX
THE GLOBAL
DJ CONFERENCE
VIEW DJX >
I’m a DJ. But what does that actually mean anymore?
The role of the DJ has evolved far beyond simply playing records. From vinyl and CDs to laptops, controllers and thumb drives, the technology has changed — and so have the expectations. Today’s working DJ can be a performer, entertainer, programmer, producer, content creator, business owner and service provider, sometimes all in the same weekend.
In his debut Modern DJ column for DJ Life Magazine, Just Chris looks at how the profession has evolved over the last several decades and what it really means to call yourself a DJ today. Through this monthly column, The Modern DJ, he explores the evolving and expanding role of DJs and the realities of building a career behind — and beyond — the decks.