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Technician The DJ, the current tour DJ for The LOX, is the latest turntablist to be featured on Funkmaster Flex’s 5 Minutes of Funk segment on Hot 97.

In fitting fashion, Tech displayed precise scratching skills in his 10-minute routine. The Bronx native played mostly classic breakbeats in his set, using original 45s for part of it.

Recently, Tech DJ’ed for Ghostface Killah and Raekwon at the Art of Rap festival in Las Vegas. The event saw the last performance from late Mobb Deep rapper Prodigy.

Watch his routine above.

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Legendary music producer and executive Jimmy Iovine was a guest on The Howard Stern Show on Monday. The mogul recounted his five-decade career, from his early days as an engineer and producer to launching Interscope Records and Beats Electronics with Dr. Dre.

The interview follows the premiere of the trailer for HBO’s documentary, The Defiant Ones. The four-part series, which debuts July 9, chronicles Iovine’s partnership with Dre.

“I did three albums with John [Lennon]. That’s a lot of time. We hit it off, and that’s kind of why he let me in the studio.”

Iovine said he believes their bond was why Lennon asked him to be in the studio when he recorded vocals on David Bowie’s hit, “Fame.” The song appeared on his Young Americans album.

“That album set the tone of … a big part of my music career.”

In 1975, Iovine helped engineer Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run album, an experience that shaped his work ethic.

“Sony was gonna drop him. It’s not a secret. Bruce is not for sale. He’s not even for rent. There is nothing you have that he wants. … I learned my work ethic from this guy. This guy’s got the greatest work ethic, the most discipline, of anyone I’ve ever met in my life.”

Born to Run peaked at No. 3 on Billboard’s Hot 200 chart and eventually sold over 6 million copies in the US. It also earned Iovine a reputation as one of the best in the business.

After a string of successes with U2, Tom Petty, and Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks, Iovine launched Interscope Records with the help of David Geffen.

“Business to [Geffen] is an art form. He just shows you how to move. … He has never gotten anything from me except friendship, and he’s given me so much wisdom over the years.”

Eventually, Iovine connected with Dr. Dre and signed a deal to distribute Suge Knight’s Death Row Records. Stern asked him about the feud between West Coast and East Coast rappers and he how dealt with it.

“In a lot of ways, it was terrifying. Going backwards is not an option.”

Iovine also recalled the day he ran into Dre on a beach and heard about a sneaker deal he was considering.

“I said, ‘Dre, f#ck sneakers, man. Let’s do speakers!’ … How could we miss? We make records.”

Watch two clips from the interview below.

Fresh off his surprise performance with Future at the BET Awards, Kendrick Lamar has unveiled a powerful video for his single, “ELEMENT.” Directed by Jonas Lindstroem and The Little Homies (Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free’s production duo), the visual features symbolic shots that reflect the song’s lyrics.

The track, which was appears on Kendrick’s album, DAMN., was one of DJcity’s most downloaded songs of April.

Watch the video above and download “ELEMENT.” on DJcity.

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Rapper, producer, and DJ MAD SKILLZ has dropped a 20-minute open-format mix for the DJcity Podcast.

The Virginia native gained notoriety in the mid-’90s as a rapper with his album, From Where??? The project featured production from legends like J Dilla and Large Professor, and included the Billboard-charting single, “The Nod Factor.” Its B-side, “Skillz in ’95,” became an underground favorite.

In 1998, MAD SKILLZ was featured on two tracks on Timbaland‘s album, Tim’s Bio: “To My” with Nas and “Wit’ Yo’ Bad Self.” He has since released six solo albums, including an LP on the legendary hip-hop label, Rawkus Records.

Stream or download his mix below.

Tracklist:

1. DJ Khaled ft. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller – Wild Thoughts
2. Calvin Harris ft. Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, & Big Sean – Feels
3. Zedd & Alessia Cara – Stay
4. Calvin Harris ft. Frank Ocean & Migos – Slide – Mighty Mi Juicy Bootleg
5. Wale ft. G-Eazy – Fashion Week
6. Lauryn Hill – Doo Wop (That Thing) – Mikos Remix
7. Spencer Ludwig – Diggy
8. Drake – Passionfruit
9. Madalen Duke – Gucci Store

Follow MAD SKILLZ on Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, and Twitter.

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Calvin Harris has shared a video for “Feels,” his new single featuring Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, and Big Sean. The colorful visual finds the four superstars hanging out at what appears to be a secluded island.

The track, which was included last week in DJcity’s Spotify playlist, is currently No. 3 on DJcity’s Hot Box. It will appear on Harris’ Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1 album, due out June 30.

Watch the video above and download “Feels” on DJcity.

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DJ Frenchee, a 25-year-old Polish native who lives in Denmark, performs an eclectic routine for DJcityTV’s Bedroom Sessions.

Tracklist:

1. DJ Twister – Ready Or Not Express Yourself
2. Katy Perry ft. Migos – Bon Appetit – KidCutUp Acap Intro
3. Sean Paul ft. Migos – Body – Satoru Club Edit
4. Anjali World ft. Casey Veggies – Uh Oh – Intro
5. Anjali World ft. Casey Veggies – Uh Oh – Acap
6. The Champs – Tequila – DJ MP3 Remix

Follow DJ Frenchee on Facebook, Mixcloud, and YouTube.

Do you have what it takes to be featured in the next “Bedroom Sessions” episode? Send a sample video to brs@djcity.com.

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A New York City Council member introduced a bill on Wednesday that would repeal the city’s controversial Cabaret Law. The 91-year-old ordinance, which is often referred to as the “no dancing law,” prohibits people from dancing in public venues that don’t have a license.

Under the rule, establishments that want to have dancing must apply for the permit. However, the process is said to be difficult, and only .01% of the city’s bars and restaurants have one, according to the Dance Liberation Network.

According to a 1987 article in the New York Times, the law is “largely concerned with occupancy limits, fire safety, and the moral character of cabaret owners.”

However, East New York Councilman Rafael L. Espinal, Jr., who introduced the repeal bill, argued at a hearing on Monday that the law is “historically racist.”

“Espinal said business owners have complained that the law is used as a way into their establishments to issue other violations,” according to CBS New York.

Bronx Councilman Richie Torres agreed: “We have no business criminalizing dancing, and the puritanism of the cabaret law has no place in New York City. It’s a law that’s racist in its origins.”

In March, Thump wrote an article that claims the law was intended to target black jazz establishments.

At the hearing, hundreds of supporters joined Espinal to voice their concerns. The councilman said their stories inspired him to write the bill.

Small business owner Rachel Nelson said: “The Cabaret Law is a law that is arbitrarily enforced on minority populations and small businesses in order to shut them down as a neighborhood gentrifies.”

However, supporters of the Cabaret Law say it’s an issue of public safety.

“The city will argue that the law is not currently being enforced to regulate dancing and only to ensure the safety requirements,” Councilman Espinal said. “But the stories on the ground will tell you different.”

In addition to repealing the law, Espinal has also proposed legislation to create a Nightlife Task Force and Office of Nightlife, which would be led by a “night mayor.” Its responsibilities would include regulating the nightlife industry and helping create a safer environment.

Both bills have a long way to go, though.

The next step is for the Consumer Affairs Committee to consider amendments to the proposals and vote on them. If they pass the Committee, they will be considered and voted on by the City Council. If the bills pass the Council, they will then be presented to Mayor Bill De Blasio, who will have 30 days to sign, veto, or ignore them.

If the repeal law is signed, more venues in New York City might encourage dancing. As a result, the demand for DJs in the city might increase.

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Many DJs have had their gear stolen or know someone who has. Yet, a lot of them don’t take the necessary precautions to protect their equipment. On a bonus episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx discusses four ways to keep your gear safe from thieves.

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3BallMTY performs at SXSW in March 2016. (Photo source: Facebook)

Mexican DJ/producer duo 3BallMTY, pronounced “Tribal Monterrey,” has put down a “tribal guarachero” mix for the DJcity Podcast.

The group, which is comprised of Sheeqo Beat and DJ Otto, are best known for pioneering a genre called “tribal guarachero.” The style is a fast-paced blend of traditional Mexican folk music and electronic dance music.

3BallMTY rose to prominence in 2012 when their single “Inténtalo” hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart. Later that year, they won a Latin Grammy for Best New Artist. 3BallMTY have since performed at festivals like SXSW, Coachella, and Mad Decent Block Party.

Their half-hour mix features an array originals and remixes of the tribal guarachero style. Stream or download it below.

Tracklist:

1. 3BallMTY ft. Chyno Miranda & El Jova – Bailar Contigo
2. Vigiland – ft. Tham Sway – Shots & Squats – 3BallMTY Remix
3. Autoerotique – They Know – Sheeqo Beat 3Ball Quickfix
4. 3BallMTY – Everybody
5. GTA – LCA
6. Sak Noel & Salvi ft. Sean Paul – Trumpets – 3BallMTY Remix
7. Valentino Khan – Deep Down Low
8. GTA & TJR – Mic Check – Sheeqo Beat 3Ball Quickfix
9. Show N Prove ft. Takura – Zimma Frame – Sheeqo Beat Remix
10. DJ Otto ft. Alan Rosales – Tribal Acid
11. DJ Otto – El Chancleto – Guaracha Tribal 2017
12. Alan Rosales ft. Dinastia Mendoza – Pasito Perron Pal Cotó Tribal 2017
13. 3BallMTY ft. El Bebeto – De Las 12 A Las 12 – DJ Otto Remix
14. 3BallMTY – Tribal Guarachoso
15. Elvis Crespo – Suavemente – DJ Otto Remix
16. DJ Freky – Apocalypto
17. Deorro ft. Elvis Crespo – Bailar – Afro Bros Bootleg
18. Daddy Yankee – Hula Hoop – Jazzy Rey Moombahton

Follow 3BallMTY on Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, and Twitter.

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School of Scratch‘s Emma Short-E shares her Scratch Combo of the Month for June. Post a video of yourself performing it with hashtag ‪#‎DJcitySoS‬ and we might share it.

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