Yes. Sometimes at house parties and small clubs and on occasion a rave or two... most recently one called "liquid lounge"... thier 5th year doing this rave and my first.

more freedom for independent or non-signed bands and artists to share thier talents

depends on the contract specs... i won't sell out just to make a quick dollar.

dj tiesto, ferry corsten, marro picatto, ect.... you know who they are.

anywhere i can find good looking girls

turn tables, samplers, computer software, synth, drum machine