{"id":47040,"date":"2025-08-26T15:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T14:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=47040"},"modified":"2026-02-12T12:30:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T12:30:20","slug":"best-djs-in-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"The 11 Best DJs in the World\u2026 of All Time!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Get_your_own_DJ_setup\" >Get your own DJ setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Pro_Performance_Setup\" >Pro Performance Setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#RANE_ONE_MK2_Professional_Motorised_DJ_Controller\" >RANE ONE MK2 Professional Motorised DJ Controller<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Beginner_Portable_Setup\" >Beginner Portable Setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Native_Instruments_Traktor_MX2_DJ_Controller\" >Native Instruments Traktor MX2 DJ Controller<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#All-in-One_Standalone_Setup\" >All-in-One Standalone Setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Denon_DJ_SC_Live_4_Standalone_DJ_Controller_Black\" >Denon DJ SC Live 4 Standalone DJ Controller, Black<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#The_best_DJs_in_the_world\" >The best DJs in the world<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#1_Grandmaster_Flash_1958_%E2%80%93\" >1. Grandmaster Flash (1958 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#2_Kerri_Chandler_1969_%E2%80%93\" >2. Kerri Chandler (1969 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#3_Andrew_Weatherall_1963_%E2%80%93_2020\" >3. Andrew Weatherall (1963 &#8211; 2020)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#4_Frankie_Knuckles_1955_%E2%80%93_2014\" >4. Frankie Knuckles (1955 &#8211; 2014)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#5_Annie_Mac_1978_%E2%80%93\" >5. Annie Mac (1978 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#6_Fatboy_Slim_1963_%E2%80%93\" >6. Fatboy Slim (1963 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#7_Skratch_Bastid_1982_%E2%80%93\" >7. Skratch Bastid (1982 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#8_DJ_Jazzy_Jeff_1965_%E2%80%93\" >8. DJ Jazzy Jeff (1965 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#9_Jeff_Mills_1963_%E2%80%93\" >9. Jeff Mills (1963 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#10_Sonja_Moonear_1978_%E2%80%93\" >10. Sonja Moonear (1978 &#8211; )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#11_Peggy_Gou_1991_%E2%80%93\" >11. Peggy Gou (1991 \u2013 )<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Can_DJs_make_a_living\" >Can DJs make a living?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Who_is_the_greatest_DJ_of_all_time\" >Who is the greatest DJ of all time?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#What_equipment_do_professional_DJs_use\" >What equipment do professional DJs use?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-djs-in-the-world\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image: Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/arcticproductions\/15404825139\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jason Parrish<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>DJs have been the directors of the dancefloor for more than half a century, since the first block parties and disco nights. It&#8217;s a global culture. Thanks to fresh techniques, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/dj-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">revolutionary gear<\/a><\/strong>, and endless creativity, DJing is one of the most dynamic forms of musical expression.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also an accessible art, no matter your style. Although it&#8217;s often tied to disco, house, techno, or hip-hop, it&#8217;s far from limited to those genres. DJs can be the musical conduit for pretty much anything, from folk to funk, samba to speed garage, and even classical to club anthems. Whatever your taste, there&#8217;s a DJ who shapes that sound.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we&#8217;ll share an eclectic list of artists who, in our opinion, truly deserve to be called the <strong>best DJs in the world<\/strong>. These haven&#8217;t been voted for by the wider public, but rather as<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a team of DJs and musicians here at Gear4music. It&#8217;s a list of the people we think have sculpted the world of DJing as we know it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/10\/Secondhand-DJ.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Secondhand DJ Gear&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Secondhand-DJ&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/secondhand\/dj-gear?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=secondhand_DJ&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Secondhand DJ Gear Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;41650&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It was tough to narrow down, but here are our top three DJs:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Grandmaster Flash \u2013 hip-hop pioneer<\/li>\n<li>Kerri Chandler \u2013 deep house innovator<\/li>\n<li>Andrew Weatherall \u2013 eclectic visionary<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Get your own DJ setup&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_own_DJ_setup\"><\/span>Get your own DJ setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If this list inspires you to try mixing yourself, there are plenty of setups to suit every style and budget. 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_module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;The best DJs in the world&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_best_DJs_in_the_world\"><\/span>The best DJs in the world<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Grandmaster_Flash_1958_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>1. Grandmaster Flash (1958 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Grandmaster Flash reimagined what turntables could do. In the late &#8217;70s Bronx, he pioneered cutting, scratching, and quick-mix techniques that became the DNA of hip-hop. His block parties gave young Black and Latino communities a new culture built from rhythm and rhyme.<\/p>\n<p>In short, he&#8217;s an inventor and teacher, using two turntables and a mixer to spark a global movement.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Kerri_Chandler_1969_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>2. Kerri Chandler (1969 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Kerri Chandler is one of the true originals of house music, shaping the sound for over three decades. You play vinyl? Kerri Chandler plays reel-to-reel tape. This art is almost extinct in DJing, yet he still makes it part of his live sets. It shows the care and love he has for his craft.<\/p>\n<p>Chandler also plays piano over his mixes, adding warmth and melody in real time. He gave deep house its soul and proved that a DJ could be both musician and selector.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Andrew_Weatherall_1963_%E2%80%93_2020\"><\/span>3. Andrew Weatherall (1963 &#8211; 2020)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Andrew Weatherall spent years in the shadows of the UK scene, quietly underpinning everything that made our underground so rich. His sets could move from Balearic to dub techno, from post-punk to shoegaze; it was never predictable. And yet it was always perfectly judged.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the booth, Weatherall&#8217;s remixes and productions for bands like Primal Scream and My Bloody Valentine gave him an edge as a DJ that cemented his place in UK music history.<\/p>\n<p>This entry is sadly posthumous, but his legacy lives on. Each year at Houghton Festival, works of art are displayed to honour him, a lasting tribute to a life completely given to music.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ha1H-UQhVW0?si=nVZGNfBUZF2vdUJl\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Frankie_Knuckles_1955_%E2%80%93_2014\"><\/span>4. Frankie Knuckles (1955 &#8211; 2014)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Frankie Knuckles turned Chicago\u2019s Warehouse into a sanctuary where music, freedom, and identity came together.<\/p>\n<p>His sets married disco and soul, effectively laying down the heartbeat of house music. But he was more than just a DJ; he gave the city\u2019s Black LGBTQ+ community a soundtrack and a space to be themselves, which was a salvation in the 1980s. His friend Larry Levan was doing the same in New York, and between them they lit the spark that carried house music across the world.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Annie_Mac_1978_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>5. Annie Mac (1978 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Annie Mac built her reputation step by step before landing her long-running BBC Radio 1 residency. She&#8217;s one of the UK\u2019s most successful DJs. Her sets feature pop-leaning house selections and techy cuts, catering to a wide audience whilst retaining a genuine passion for the underground.<\/p>\n<p>What makes Annie Mac special, though, is the way she uses her platform to inspire and give opportunities to new DJs on the scene. She invites up-and-coming and obscure DJs onto her shows and gives new music a spotlight, bringing fresh sounds to new ears. Millions who might never have found them otherwise! For countless listeners, Annie Mac was their first doorway into club culture.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Fatboy_Slim_1963_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>6. Fatboy Slim (1963 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>As you\u2019d expect, the cheekiest chap in British music came from Kent. Norman Cook began in bands before developing a love for synthesisers and electronic sounds, a path that would eventually make him a household name.<\/p>\n<p>With a playful approach behind the decks (whether it was a Brighton beach party or a global stage), he grew into an incredible DJ and the figurehead of British dance music in the late &#8217;90s and early 2000s.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ub747pprmJ8?si=PY0zT6T5dcUaSOqT\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Skratch_Bastid_1982_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>7. Skratch Bastid (1982 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Skratch Bastid started out in Canada\u2019s battle scene, where he cut his way through competitions. Those early wins gave him a name, but it was his festival sets that really made him popular, mixing hip-hop, funk, and party classics.<\/p>\n<p>What people love is the energy he brings. He never hides behind the decks; he\u2019s engaging, playful, and clearly having as much fun as the crowd. Offstage, Skratch Bastid puts time into workshops and community projects, making sure turntablism is not just remembered as a past era but passed on to new DJs finding their feet.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_DJ_Jazzy_Jeff_1965_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>8. DJ Jazzy Jeff (1965 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>DJ Jazzy Jeff first came to fame alongside Will Smith in <i>DJ Jazzy Jeff &amp; The Fresh Prince<\/i>. However, long before the TV show spotlight, he was really pushing turntablism forward in Philadelphia with his wild scratch routines. He treated the decks like an instrument, using his impeccable timing, rhythm, and soul to rewrite what could be done on a pair of turntables.<\/p>\n<p>Decades on from those early hits, Jazzy Jeff is still touring, still innovating, and still showing crowds real craftsmanship behind the decks. And to keep up with this level of continuous innovation, he&#8217;s never stuck to one era; rather, his live sets combine classic hip-hop with more current influences and styles.<\/p>\n<p>Jazzy Jeff is also a mentor for younger artists, sharing his knowledge with those who look up to him as one of the greats of hip-hop and keeping turntablism alive.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Jeff_Mills_1963_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>9. Jeff Mills (1963 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Forged in the fires of Motor City, Jeff Mills is arguably one of the most important figureheads of US techno. Known early on as \u201cThe Wizard\u201d during his Detroit radio days, his rapid-fire mixing and daring selections set him apart from the start.<\/p>\n<p>He went on to co-found Underground Resistance, giving techno a political edge, with a style that shifts from heavy, darker electro and techno to more upbeat sounds like house or hardgroove. Mills is still known for running three turntables at once\u2014always with surgical precision.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LCUtEveA4Eg?si=74nKjXzxKqtEcgQ0\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Sonja_Moonear_1978_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>10. Sonja Moonear (1978 &#8211; )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Sonja Moonear has a deep, dubby, and slick minimal style. She runs her own label, Ruta5, and has long been connected with Perlon, one of the most respected imprints in electronic music. These associations, and her careful approach to selection, have made her a fixture on the underground circuit.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the booth, she has worked across production and sound design, but the club remains her natural home. And if Moonear couldn&#8217;t get any more impressive, she actually trained as a pianist in Geneva and brings that grounding into everything she does.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Peggy_Gou_1991_%E2%80%93\"><\/span>11. Peggy Gou (1991 \u2013 )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peggy Gou is one of the most recognisable DJs today, known for sets that are playful and full of energy. She blends house, techno, and disco with a Korean twist, bringing a distinct identity to dancefloors from Berlin basements to festival main stages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She is also a DJ who can cater to all audiences, moving with ease between underground nights and commercial stages. Alongside her performances, she runs her own label, Gudu Records, and has brought out tracks like &#8220;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It Makes You Forget (Itgehane)&#8221;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Few DJs manage to be both a global star and a respected selector, but Peggy Gou holds that balance with ease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_DJs_make_a_living\"><\/span>Can DJs make a living?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>DJs can make a living, but it usually takes years of dedication and persistence. Most start by treating it as a hobby or passion before it becomes financially viable, and only a small percentage reach the level where it pays as a full-time career.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_the_greatest_DJ_of_all_time\"><\/span>Who is the greatest DJ of all time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There is no single greatest DJ of all time because DJing is subjective and rooted in personal taste. Different DJs have pioneered different styles, and many have shaped the culture in unique ways, which is why it\u2019s more about influence than competition.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_equipment_do_professional_DJs_use\"><\/span>What equipment do professional DJs use?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Professional DJs use a mix of controllers, CDJs, mixers, and turntables depending on their style. Industry standards include Pioneer\u2019s CDJ-3000, Technics SL-1210 turntables, and Rane controllers. Many also use laptops with software such as Serato or Traktor.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s no single way to define the<strong> best DJs in the world<\/strong>. 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Since the first block parties and disco nights, the craft has grown into a global culture. With fresh techniques, revolutionary gear, and endless creativity, DJing is one of the most dynamic forms of musical expression.<\/p><p>It\u2019s now accessible to anyone with the passion to try it, yet diverse enough to cover almost every style of music. And while the art is often tied to disco, house, techno, or hip hop, it is far from limited to those genres. DJs can be the musical conduit for anything, from folk to funk, samba to speed garage, and even classical to club anthems. Whatever your taste, there is a DJ shaping that sound.<\/p><p>In this guide, I'll share an eclectic list of artists who, in my opinion, truly deserve to be called the <strong>best DJs in the world<\/strong>. These haven't been voted for by the wider public, but as a DJ, these are the people I think have shaped the world of DJing as we know it.<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><p>Here\u2019s our full list of the best DJs in the world, each bringing something unique to the turntables.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><ol><li>Grandmaster Flash \u2013 Hip Hop Pioneer<\/li><li>Kerri Chandler \u2013 Deep House Innovator<\/li><li>Andrew Weatherall \u2013 Eclectic Visionary<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>Get your own DJ setup<\/h3><p>If this list inspires you to try mixing yourself, there are plenty of setups to suit every style and budget. Here are three options that cover everything from beginner gear to professional club rigs.<\/p><h4>1. Pro Performance Setup<\/h4><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/product\/7EMG?uid=61nXFqUsfq8sYlTNWqly9omMCb0ukYpMGkCmRwDThP38OXgj18qSDlXc5QBZhItA.MvVR.dOy5uWspepGKYlpb.vei6Ve0eQwuGzNtIu3llx2lCid2TeQu.Eu6OrprvF6rMofUc2TxxoAGXEFJTv5jBV2FLw8MQIqLIgVFYrG6S8PkLGyha7h.edpZGVt1yZlKZbFiqedWft2FW5CQH07R6DA2HmavFAhBNdDhymUpMxo0rSUKXhl72TVzRWKSIxBo.YozTOgDE6U3HwzYJ5UnG6X7xTA.9ErIAJBI4de0.nRSCOqJM_\">Rane One MK2<\/a><\/p><ul><li>Motorised platters<\/li><li>High-torque performance<\/li><li>Solid build<\/li><li>Seamless Serato integration<\/li><li>For scratch DJs and performance mixing<\/li><\/ul><h4>2. Beginner Portable Setup<\/h4><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK3\/2NUD\"> Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3<\/a><\/p><ul><li>Compact two-channel controller<\/li><li>Traktor Pro 3 software.<\/li><li>Built-in audio interface<\/li><li>Large jog wheels<\/li><li>Lightweight design<\/li><\/ul><h4>3. All-in-One Standalone Setup<\/h4><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Denon-DJ-SC-Live-4-Standalone-DJ-Controller\/56UQ\">Denon DJ SC Live 4<\/a><\/p><ul><li>Four-deck standalone system<\/li><li>Wi-Fi streaming<\/li><li>Engine DJ software<\/li><li>Professional club layout<\/li><li>On-board speakers<\/li><\/ul><hr \/><h3>The best DJs in the world<\/h3><h4>1. Grandmaster Flash (1958 - )<\/h4><p>Grandmaster Flash doesn't just play records; he reimagined what turntables could do. In the late '70s Bronx, he pioneered cutting, scratching, and quick-mix techniques that became the DNA of hip hop. His block parties gave young Black and Latino communities a new culture built from rhythm and rhyme. He's an inventor and teacher, showing the world that two turntables and a mixer could spark a global movement.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Kerri Chandler (1969 - )<\/h4><p>Kerri Chandler is one of the true originals of house music, shaping the sound for over three decades. You play vinyl? Kerri Chandler plays reel-to-reel tape. This art is almost extinct in DJing, yet he still makes it part of his live sets. It shows the care and craft he puts into everything he does.<\/p><p>Chandler is also known for playing piano over his mixes, adding warmth and melody in real time. With classics like \"Rain\", \"Atmosphere\", and \"Bar A Thym\", he gave deep house its soul and proved that a DJ could be both musician and selector.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Andrew Weatherall (1963 - 2020)<\/h4><p>Andrew Weatherall spent years in the shadows of the UK scene, quietly underpinning everything that made our underground so rich. His sets could move from Balearic to dub techno, from post-punk to shoegaze, never predictable and always perfectly judged.<\/p><p>Beyond the booth, his remixes and productions for bands like Primal Scream and My Bloody Valentine cemented his place in UK music history. This entry is sadly posthumous, but his legacy lives on. At Houghton Festival, each year they display works of art to honour him, a lasting tribute to a life completely given to music.<\/p><hr \/><h4>4. Frankie Knuckles (1955 - 2014)<\/h4><p>Frankie Knuckles turned Chicago\u2019s Warehouse into a sanctuary where music, freedom, and identity came together.<\/p><p>His sets stitched disco and soul into something deeper, laying down the heartbeat of house music. More than just a DJ, he gave the city\u2019s Black LGBTQ+ community a soundtrack and a space to be themselves. His friend Larry Levan was doing the same in New York, and between them they lit the spark that carried house music across the world.<\/p><hr \/><h4>5. Annie Mac (1978 - )<\/h4><p>Annie Mac worked her way up the hard way, building her reputation step by step before landing her long-running BBC Radio 1 residency. She's one of the UK\u2019s most successful DJs, balancing pop-leaning house selections and raw techy cuts, catering to a wider audience whilst retaining a genuine passion for the underground.<\/p><p>What made her special was the way she used her platform. She invited up-and-coming and obscure DJs onto her shows and gave new scenes a spotlight, bringing fresh sounds to millions who might never have found them otherwise. For countless listeners, Annie was their first doorway into club culture.<\/p><hr \/><h4>6. Fatboy Slim (1963 - )<\/h4><p>As you\u2019d expect, the cheekiest chap in British music came from Kent. Norman Cook began in bands before developing a love for synthesisers and electronic sounds, a path that would eventually make him a household name.<\/p><p>With a playful approach behind the decks, he grew into an incredible DJ and the figurehead of British dance music in the late '90s and early 2000s. From Brighton beach parties to global stages, Fatboy Slim brought big beat to the masses with a grin.<\/p><hr \/><h4>7. Peggy Gou (1991 - )<\/h4><p>Peggy Gou is one of the most recognisable DJs of today, known for sets that are playful, stylish, and full of energy. She blends house, techno, and disco with a Korean twist, bringing a distinct identity to dancefloors from Berlin basements to festival main stages.<\/p><p>She's also a DJ who can cater to all audiences, moving with ease between underground nights and commercial stages. Alongside her performances, she runs her own label, Gudu Records, and has delivered standout tracks like \"It Makes You Forget (Itgehane)\". Few DJs manage to be both a global star and a respected selector, but Peggy Gou holds that balance with ease.<\/p><hr \/><h4>8. DJ Jazzy Jeff (1965 - )<\/h4><p>DJ Jazzy Jeff was never just the sidekick to the Fresh Prince. Long before TV fame, he was turning heads in Philadelphia with scratch routines that rewrote what could be done on a pair of turntables.<\/p><p>He treated the decks like an instrument, with timing, rhythm, and soul in every cut. That creativity made him a legend among DJs and a mentor for younger artists who still look to him as one of the true greats of hip hop.<\/p><hr \/><h4>9. Jeff Mills (1963 - )<\/h4><p>Forged in the fires of Motor City, Jeff Mills is arguably one of the most important figureheads of US techno. Known early on as \u201cThe Wizard\u201d during his Detroit radio days, his rapid-fire mixing and daring selections set him apart from the start.<\/p><p>He went on to co-found Underground Resistance, giving techno a political edge and a powerful identity. His style shifts from heavy, darker electro and techno to more upbeat sounds like house or hardgroove. Mills is still known for running three turntables at once with surgical precision, a style that makes his sets as intense as they are visionary.<\/p><hr \/><h4>10. Sonja Moonear (1978 - )<\/h4><p>Sonja Moonear is known for her deep, dubby, and slick minimal style, the kind of sets that flow with precision and subtlety. She runs her own label, Ruta5, and has long been connected with Perlon, one of the most respected imprints in electronic music. These associations, and her careful approach to selection, have made her a fixture on the underground circuit.<\/p><p>Her reputation is built on consistency rather than noise, each performance marked by balance and control. Beyond the booth, she has worked across production and sound design, but the club remains her natural home. Originally trained as a pianist in Geneva, she brings that grounding into everything she does, letting the music speak with clarity and poise.<\/p><hr \/><h4>11. Martin Garrix (1996 - )<\/h4><p>Martin Garrix might not be known for his impressive DJ skills or cultural contributions to the evolution of electronic music, but it is undeniable that his success is impressive, and his music productions are renowned.<\/p><p>He's defined less by underground credibility and more by his global reach. Voted the world\u2019s number one DJ multiple times by DJ Mag, he has built a career around large-scale EDM productions and stadium shows that attract massive audiences.<\/p><p>His focus is on accessibility and scale rather than technical DJ craft, and it is this dominance in the numbers game that earns him a place on this list.<\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>Can DJs make a living?<\/h4><p>DJs can make a living, but it usually takes years of dedication and persistence. Most start by treating it as a hobby or passion before it becomes financially viable, and only a small percentage reach the level where it pays as a full-time career.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Who is the greatest DJ of all time?<\/h4><p>There is no single greatest DJ of all time because DJing is subjective and rooted in personal taste. Different DJs have pioneered different styles, and many have shaped the culture in unique ways, which is why it\u2019s more about influence than competition.<\/p><hr \/><h4>What equipment do professional DJs use?<\/h4><p>Professional DJs use a mix of controllers, CDJs, mixers, and turntables depending on their style. Industry standards include Pioneer\u2019s CDJ-3000, Technics SL-1210 turntables, and Rane controllers. Many also use laptops with software such as Serato or Traktor.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>There\u2019s no single way to define the<strong> best DJs in the world<\/strong>. This list simply reflects a mix of artists who, in different ways, have left their mark on dance culture. Some broke new ground, others reached huge audiences, and many did both.<\/p><p>At the end of the day, it\u2019s about the moments they create and the music they share. 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