They literally make more money Djing parties than they do making beats these days.
It's pointless unless they find an artist they really believe in and are doing it for the art.
I can't blame them either, if we're being honest.
Imagine trying to figure out splits on a record when some of these artists don't know who exactly they're signed to.
And if most artists aren't making money off of music these days, you have to imagine it's tougher for producers.
Then factor in that you probably have to adopt the sound you're known for to today's tastes........
Yeah. I'd stick with the gig where all I really gotta do is spin some records I'm interested in, and the worst case scenario for pay is I get half now, and half after the show.