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New JetPack Slim color options

Since its release in 2016, Orbit Concepts’ JetPack Slim backpack has become a staple in the DJ community. Its sleek black design can be seen hanging from the shoulders of some of your favorite DJs.

This week, Orbit Concepts announced two new color options for the JetPack Slim: gray and camo. The bags have the same interior as the original model but add a new stylish shell.

To celebrate the launch, Orbit Concepts will offer a limited supply of the JetPack Slim at a promotional price of $99.99 on their website. The offer begins Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 8 a.m. PT.

Related: DJ Bag Review: Jetpack Slim and Jetpack Cut

The Red Bull Music 3Style IX national finals kicked off last Friday in Rome, Italy, the home of reigning world champion Damianito. The Italy final marked the start of the European leg of 3Style’s world tour, which ends in France on October 6 before heading to the Americas.

Fittingly, Damianito is currently on the road with 3Style, serving as a judge and performer for each of the Euro finals. To show what his life on tour is like, the DJcity Italy representative has started a mini-documentary series.

In the first episode, Damianito takes us behind-the-scenes at the Italy and Switzerland finals. He also discusses how difficult it is picking a winner.

Watch it above.

Related: Red Bull Music 3Style Reveals Locations and Dates for National Championships

DJ Ignazio Gullo, an award-winning party rocker from Sicily, has dropped a routine for DJcityTV’s Bedroom Sessions. The Palermo native is a member of the Shakalab crew, which is influential in the region’s reggae and hip-hop scenes.

Tracklist:

1. Buju Banton – Have To Get You Tonight
2. Ed Sheeran – Don’t – Rick Ross Remix
3. DJ Snake – Magenta Riddim
4. B.o.B. ft. 2 Chainz – HeadBand
5. Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz – Get Low
6. Ludacris ft. Shawnna – Stand Up

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Got what it takes to be featured on the next “Bedroom Sessions” episode? Send a sample video to brs@djcity.com.

Related: Watch Brandan Duke the DJ’s ‘Bedroom Sessions’ Routine

Eddy Xpress

Eddy Xpress, one half of the production duo The Ratón Pack, has delivered a Latin mix for the DJcity Podcast. The Los Angeles-based DJ/producer’s 30-minute set consists of mostly reggaeton and moombahton, including two of his edits.

Tracklist:

1. DJ Nelson, Alberto Stylee, & Elvis Crespo – Bien Guillao
2. Yera – Borracha
3. Fania All-Stars – Ya Llego – Captain Planet Remix
4. Bad Bunny – Chambea – DJ Willie Moombahton Remix
5. Gianluca Vacchi & Luis Fonsi ft. Yandel – Sigamos Bailando
6. J Balvin, Jeon, & Anitta – Machika
7. Cheo Feliciano – Ratón – The Ratón Pack Edit
8. Maluma – Mala Mia
9. DJ Nelson ft. Alberto Stylee – Flow Salvaje
10. Ozuna – Siguelo Bailando – ETX Hype Intro
11. Daddy Yankee, Rkm & Ken-Y, & Arcangel – Zum Zum – Refresh Po’ Encima Hype Edit
12. Zion & Lennox ft. J Balvin – Otra Vez
13. Sofia Reyes ft. Jason Derulo & De La Ghetto – 1, 2, 3
14. Willie Colon and Ruben Blades – Maria Lionza – The Ratón Pack Edit
15. De La Ghetto ft. J Balvin – Caliente
16. Cauty ft. Rafa Pabon – Ta To Gucci

Follow Eddy Xpress on Instagram and SoundCloud.

Related: DJ Dresito Drops ‘DJcity Podcast’ Latino Mix

DJ Jazzy Jeff‘s PLAYLIST Retreat brought world-class DJs together for a week of networking and performances. One of those performances was from Chile’s DJ BYTE, who dropped a set full of Latin hits, bass music, and more.

The 2015 Red Bull Music 3Style world champion showcased his creative blending and scratching skills throughout the mix.

Watch his set above and stay tuned for more PLAYLIST Retreat coverage.

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Related: Watch: The Whooligan’s Set at PLAYLIST Retreat

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Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– DJ Drew – Ponte A Bailar

DJcity’s weekly picks are selected by Kidd Spin. To receive them via email, click here.

Related: Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Sept. 14

DJ Drew at the SUNBURN Pool Party at Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego.

Los Angeles’ DJ Drew has returned with a new Latin-infused single titled “Ponte a Bailar.” The horn-laden track follows his remix of Jenn Morel‘s single, “Tiguere.”

Drew is the longest-running, on-air mixer at KIIS FM, one of Los Angeles’ most influential radio stations.

Preview “Ponte a Bailar” below and download it on DJcity.

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Related: DJ Drew Remixes Jenn Morel’s ‘Tiguere’: DJcity Exclusive

Sophenom recaps one of the biggest stories from DJcity News this week.

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Related: DJcity News Weekly Recap: Aug. 24

Audio Technica’s ATH-M50x headphones are amongst the most popular all-around headphones on the market. But how do they cope with the rigors of everyday DJ life? Mojaxx finds out on this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks.

Related: Review: Denon DJ SC5000M Media Player

Spotify has announced a new feature that could transform the music industry.

The feature, which is part of the Spotify for Artists platform, enables acts to upload their music directly to the streaming service without the need for a third-party distributor or record label.

Right now, uploading is only available by invitation to a few hundred US-based independent artists, but Spotify says it will “bring upload to even more artists, labels, and teams in the future.”

By enabling artists to upload directly, Spotify has moved into the space of user-uploaded audio content, which has traditionally been dominated by SoundCloud.

It is the latest move by Spotify to work directly with artists. In July, the company introduced a tool that enables artists to submit their music for playlist consideration. And earlier this year, Spotify confirmed that it’s signing direct, non-exclusive deals with independent artists.

Learn more about the upload feature here.

Related: DJcity’s Spotify Playlist Update: Sept. 18