25/08/2025
Hey everyone,
As the summer season fades and the academic year begins, the vibrant Erasmus scene in European cities like Málaga is gearing up for a new wave of students.
With that in mind, I've put together ten compelling reasons why supporting a local DJ or artist can enhance your study abroad experience and help you make the most of your time in your new city.
1. Cultural Immersion: Supporting local DJs offers a deep dive into the host country's music scene, which is an integral part of its culture. It's a way to experience authentic local sounds and connect with the community.
2. Community Building: Attending local DJ sets is a great way to meet locals and other students, fostering a sense of community and helping Erasmus students build a social network beyond their immediate expat group.
3. Unique Experiences: Local DJs often play at more unique, off-the-beaten-path venues, providing experiences that are different from those at mainstream tourist spots.
4. Economic Support: By paying a cover charge or buying a drink at a venue with a local DJ, Erasmus students are directly supporting the local creative economy and the artists themselves.
5. Discovering New Genres: Exposure to local DJs can introduce students to new and exciting musical genres they might not have heard before, broadening their musical horizons.
6. Language Practice: Music is a universal language, but the social interaction at these events can also be an excellent, low-pressure opportunity for language practice with native speakers.
7. Authentic Local Vibe: The atmosphere at a local DJ's gig is often more genuine and less commercialized than at clubs catering to a tourist audience.
8. Networking Opportunities: For those interested in music or event planning, these gatherings can be a chance to network with people in the local creative industry.
9. Feeling at Home: Being part of a regular local scene can make a new city feel more like home, helping to ease the transition and combat homesickness.
10. Memorable Takeaways: The unique music and memories made while supporting local talent will be a part of the rich cultural experience that students take away from their Erasmus journey.
To wrap things up, here are two incredible artists from Málaga you should check out and support. Be sure to explore their music and keep an eye on their upcoming events!
Wellyington: Born in Brazil, raised in the UK, and now based in Málaga, Wellyington is a prominent techno DJ, producer, and artist with a wealth of experience on dancefloors around the globe.
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/wellyington
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Just Ben: An Italian-born, Swedish-raised DJ and producer now calling Málaga home, Just Ben is a proactive force in the local scene and the creative mind behind the Pulse Club in Marbella.
SoundCloud: http://soundcloud.com/justbenofficial