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Friday, September 11, 2015

Review: Reloop RP-8000, RP-7000, and RP-2000 Turntables


 
Are Reloop’s RP-8000 and RP-7000 turntables viable alternatives to the Technics 1200? DJcityTV’s Mojaxx finds out in this week’s episode of Tips & Tricks. He also looks at Reloop’s budget turntable, the RP-2000.
 
Related: Reloop RMX-22i Mixer Reviewed

| Music Tech, Videos
Reloop, Tips and Tricks,
Thursday, September 10, 2015

Shiftee Demonstrates Native Instruments’ Stems


 
A lot has been written about Native Instruments’ new Stems format, but there are only a few videos of turntablists using it in action. Thankfully, two-time DMC World DJ Champion Shiftee has just posted a short video of him putting the format to the test.
 
Watch above as the New York DJ/producer performs a routine based on Curl Up’s future bass song, “Frozen Shell.” Shiftee uses two Technics turntables, one Traktor Kontrol Z2 mixer, and two Traktor Kontrol D2 controllers in conjunction with Stems.
 
Related: Is Native Instruments’ Stems the Format of the Future?

| Music Tech, Turntablism, Videos
Native Instruments, Shiftee, Stems,
Thursday, September 10, 2015

Pioneer DJ Confirms DVS Support for Rekordbox

rekordbox
 
After sparking speculation in July, Pioneer DJ has confirmed that the next version of rekordbox will include support for DVS.
 
The company also revealed that version 4.0 will include support for video, effectively making it a direct competitor to Serato DJ and Traktor. It will be available free of charge starting October 1, 2015 on the rekordbox website.
 
Pioneer also revealed two new controllers: the DDJ-RZ and DDJ-RX.
 
Watch the videos below for more information about rekordbox 4.0 and the new controllers.
 

 

 
Related: 4 Pro Tips for CDJs and Rekordbox

| Music Tech, Videos
Pioneer DJ, rekordbox,
Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Mojaxx Drops 30 Minutes of House for DJcity Podcast

Mojaxx
Mojaxx performs at Beau Monde in Newcastle, England on May 28, 2015. (Moises Bedrossian)
 
When Mojaxx isn’t reviewing DJ equipment for DJcityTV’s Tips & Tricks series, the Newcastle native keeps busy DJing at clubs around the UK.
 
His debut mix for the DJcity Podcast contains 30 minutes of new house, including originals and remixes from some of the hottest up-and-coming producers.
 

[podcast]

1. Diplo & Sleepy Tom – Be Right There – Kid Cut Up Acap Intro
2. Sigala – Easy Love – Zinc Remix
3. The Weeknd – Can’t Feel My Face – Jolyon Petch Club Mix
4. FunkyStepz – Copyright
5. Foremost Poets – Moonraker – Acapella
6. Mista Bibs & Fabian Dubz – It’s The Way
7. Vanilla Ace & Ordonez ­- Shake That – Vanilla Ace Remix
8. Jennifer Lopez ­- Booty Remix – Acapella
9. FooR ft. Chenai Zinyuku ­- Stand Up
10. Major Lazer & DJ Snake ft. MO ­- Lean On – Malaa Remix
11. Whitney Houston – It’s Not Right But It’s Okay – No Way Back Remix
12. Croatia Squad – Back To Life
13. Tazer & Tink – Wet Dollars – Redlight Remix
14. Secondcity & Tyler Rowe – I Enter
15. James Hype – Never Leave You
16. Jamie xx – I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times) – Smalltown DJs Remix
17. Blu Cantrell ft. Sean Paul – Breathe – Latz Remix
18. Skrillex & Diplo ft. Justin Bieber – Where Are U Now – Lambo & Ferro Remix

 
Follow Mojaxx: Facebook | Instagram | SoundCloud | Twitter
 
The DJcity Podcast features the latest club music mixed by its team and guest DJs. Listen to a new 30-minute set every Tuesday on iTunes and Mixcloud.
 
Related: DJCJ Drops Bass-Heavy Mix for the DJcity Podcast

| DJcity Podcast, Mixes
Mojaxx,
Friday, September 4, 2015

New York’s DJ Toro Delivers ‘Friday Fix’ Mix

DJ Toro
 
DJ Toro, an on-air personality at New York’s 92.3 AMP Radio, delivers a special 50-minute mix for this week’s Friday Fix. The Coney Island native’s set consists of mostly electro and deep house, with plenty of edits and bootlegs included.
 

[podcast]

Martin Solveig & GTA – Intoxicated – Kobe Bourne Remix
The Weeknd – Can’t Feel My Face – Martin Garrix Club Remix
Tove Lo – Talking Body – David S vs Mikey P Remix
Walk The Moon – Shut Up and Dance
Sia ft. The Weeknd – Elastic Heart – Pat C Rave Edit
Fetty Wap ft. Monty – My Way
Calvin Harris & Disciples – How Deep Is Your Love – Starjack Bootleg
Tiesto & KSHMR ft. Vassy – Secrets – Mark Anthony Bootleg
Tiesto & KSHMR ft. Vassy – Secrets – Lodato Bootleg
Tiesto & DallasK – Show Me
Deorro & MAKJ – Ante Up
Carnage ft. Timmy Trumpet & KSHMR – Toca
Darude – Sandstorm – Bass Kleph Remix
Wiz Khalifa – We Dem Boyz (Hol’ Up) – Tony Gia Bootleg
Tujamo & Plastik Fun – Who
Daddy Yankee – Limbo – David S Rumble Bootleg
JDG & Samual James – Mumbai
Major Lazer & DJ Snake ft. MO – Lean On – Pat C GWB Bootleg
Janelle Monae & Jidenna – Yoga – DJ Danny D’Angelis Bootleg
Disclosure ft. Sam Smith – Omen

 
Follow DJ Toro: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
 
DJcity’s weekly “Friday Fix” podcast features the hottest club tracks mixed by East Coast DJs. The series is curated by DJcity’s East Coast Director, Latin Prince.
 
Related: DJ Selecta’s ‘Friday Fix’ Mix

| DJcity Podcast, Mixes
DJ Toro, Friday Fix,
Friday, September 4, 2015

Craze and Four Color Zack Give Their Two Cents With Scathing New Mix

Craze and Four Color Zack
Craze and Four Color Zack perform at The Do-Over in San Diego, California on July 4, 2015.
 
World Champion DJs Craze and Four Color Zack are known for speaking their minds, but their new mix takes things to a whole new level.
 
Aptly titled 2¢, Craze and Zack’s 33-minute set is a brutal yet hilarious assault on the current state of DJing and hip-hop. It features dozens of classics, new bangers, thought-provoking samples, and of course, top-notch turntablism.
 
Whether you agree with the message or not, 2¢ is one of the most creative, intricate, and powerful mixes in a long time. If you thought Craze’s “New Slaves” routine was great, then you’re in for a huge treat.
 

“There’s a lot happening in this DJ world. Get involved in the conversation, repost and share.” – Craze and Four Color Zack

 

 
Related: Four Color Zack’s Advice to DJs

| DJ Culture, Mixes, Turntablism
2¢, Craze, Four Color Zack,

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