Make way for the VJ

Peter Rubin, who is credited as one of the world’s first video mixers, or VJs, has a lot to say about the state of the world today. A filmmaker, author and video mix artist for over 30 years, Rubin has witnessed several generations of cultural movements and the ups and downs of the record industry. He was there at the birth of house music and the rise of the superstar DJ. Now, as we enter the 21st
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Peter Rubin, who is credited as one of the world’s first video mixers, or VJs, has a lot to say about the state of the world today. A filmmaker, author and video mix artist for over 30 years, Rubin has witnessed several generations of cultural movements and the ups and downs of the record industry. He was there at the birth of house music and the rise of the superstar DJ.

Now, as we enter the 21st century, he thinks there needs to be a rebalance of music and visuals in clubs – and that young people need to be inspired to use technology to send out positive messages to the masses.

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Michelle Draper
About the Author
Michelle lived and worked in Rome and London as a freelance feature writer for two and a half years before returning to Australia to take up the position of Head Writer for Arts Hub UK. She was inspired by thousands of years of history and art in Rome, and by London's pubs. Michelle holds a BA in Journalism from RMIT University, and also writes for Arts Hub Australia.