Thousands of DJs from around the world are set to descend on Washington DC this Saturday for the first “Million DJ March”.

Organised by Amorette Shaw, the event will not only give DJs an opportunity to protest against unfair compensation practices but will help them organize their businesses, sign up for health insurance, and learn about the legal issues mixtape DJs face.

Shaw has recruited iconic old school rapper KRS-One and Green Lantern, a mixtape DJ who came to prominence through Eminem to help chaperone the event.

Speakers on the day will include DJ Scientific and Harald Blakeslee, the managing director of the Texas music distribution company BCD Music Group.

Performers at the event are DJ K-Sly and MCs Joell Ortiz and NYOil. Panels will focus on the legacy of the mixtape, and on Friday, a complimentary dinner will cover the subjects of insurance and retirement planning.

Not all DJs are in support of the march however; with some claiming it is merely a publicity stunt for less known DJs to drum up a bit of media support.

Shaw claims that it is not uncommon for established DJs to look down their nose at struggling acts claiming. “There are a lot more DJs striving to feed their family than the known ones".

Attendance is believed to hit the 100,000 mark and if you want more info on the march check out the website [here.] (http://www.themilliondjmarch.blogspot.com)

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