“A great DJ” was one of the most common responses to my recent post about what makes or breaks a milonga. Since preferences vary so widely, what makes a DJ great to you?

• What do you like?
• What do you dislike?
• What do you notice most?

I have been dancing for a bit more than three years, though the last year was quite sporadic due to life.

I feel kind of stuck in my tango, which makes me anxious going to Milongas sometimes.

I'd like to improve my footwork and general technique by practicing at home.

One thing I struggle with is expressing musicality. I hear the sequences and instruments and have an intention to move, but - my feet don't seem quick enough. They always feel very heavy, lazy, and stuck to the floor. I am envious of experienced dancers whose feet sort of fly over the floor expressing quick piano notes etc..

So my question: any drills or ideas how to improve this?

And also any other basic exercises or drills that helped you as a follower to improve?

(Besides repeating and repeating the same step again of course..)