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Thursday, April 12, 2018

Watch Murda Beatz Explain How He Produced Migos, Nicki Minaj, and Cardi B’s ‘MotorSport’

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Canadian producer Murda Beatz has explained how he made Migos, Nicki Minaj, and Cardi B‘s hit “MotorSport” on a new episode of Genius’ Deconstructed. The track was DJcity’s third most-downloaded song of November.

In the video, Murda discusses how the collaboration came together then breaks down the beat in FL Studio.

Born in Ontario, Murda co-produced Drake‘s newest single, “Nice For What.” He also worked on Drizzy’s “Portland” featuring Quavo and Travis Scott and “With You” featuring PartyNextDoor and Jeremih. The 24-year-old also produced Travis Scott’s “Butterfly Effect,” 2 Chainz‘s “It’s A Vibe” featuring Ty Dolla $ign, Trey Songz, and Jhene Aiko, and Nicki Minaj, Drake, and Lil Wayne‘s “No Frauds.”

“MotorSport” was released in October as the lead single from Migos’ third studio album, Culture II. It peaked at No. 6 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and has been certified triple platinum.

Watch Deconstructed above.

Related: Watch the Producer of Rich The Kid’s ‘Plug Walk’ Explain How He Made the Track

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Cardi B, Migos, Murda Beatz, Music Production, Nicki Minaj,
Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Watch DJ Snake’s ‘Magenta Riddim’ Video

DJ Snake

DJ Snake has shared the highly anticipated video for his club and festival smash, “Magenta Riddim.”

The Indian-influenced track was one of DJcity’s most-downloaded songs of February and March. It also reached No. 1 on DJcity’s Hot Box within days of its release and peaked at No. 20 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart.

Fittingly shot in India, the light-hearted visual follows a local celebrity crew of firefighters who can’t stop dancing. After putting out a massive blaze, one of the crew members discovers that his eccentric fire chief has been up to no good.

Watch the video above and download “Magenta Riddim” on DJcity.

Related: The 5 Best Remixes of DJ Snake’s ‘Magenta Riddim’

| Tracks, Videos
DJ Snake, Music Video,
Saturday, April 7, 2018

Listen to DJ 2Lips’ DJcity Podcast Mix

DJ 2lips

DJ 2lips
DJ 2Lips

DJ 2Lips, a mixer on Mega 96.3 FM in Los Angeles, has put down a high-energy mix for the DJcity Podcast. Her 35-minute set consists of reggaeton, moombahton, and Latin-influenced dance music, including several DJcity exclusives.

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Tracklist:

1. DJ Kool – Let Me Clear My Throat – Selecta Mi Gente Party Break
2. J Balvin & Willy William – Mi Gente – DJ Smerk vs DJ Getdown Club Edit
3. Matias & LosXL – Siente El Movimiento
4. Jowell & Randy ft. J Balvin – Bonita – Sane Remix
5. Farruko – Krippy Kush – DJ Viva Hype Edit
6. J Balvin, Jeon, & Anitta – Machika – ETX Hype Intro
7. Pitbull – Muevelo Loca Boom Boom – DJ-X Acap Intro
8. Kronic & Krunk, Martina La Peligrosa & Jenn Morel ft. Damaged Goods – Peligrosa – DJ Santarosa Hype Intro
9. Steve Aoki, Daddy Yankee, Play-N-Skillz, & Elvis Crespo – Azukita – DJ Smerk 100-130 Transition
10. Don Omar – Danza Kuduro – DJ Santarosa Clap Tool
11. DJ Scuff – Plakiti
12. DJ Kass – Scooby Doo Pa Pa – Samuel Pomata DJ, DJ Varu, & Benavente Coolie Riddim Bootleg
13. Yandel – Como Antes – DJ Santarosa 128-95 Transition
14. Yandel ft. Maluma – Solo Mia
15. Maluma ft. Nego do Borel – Corazon
16. Zion & Lennox – La Player (Bandolera) – DJ Santarosa Hype Intro
17. Chingo Bling – Puro Pinche Pari
18. DJ Snake – Magenta Riddim – Refresh Cumbia Remix
19. Ozuna ft. Cardi B – La Modelo – Tren D Clapapella Intro
20. Bad Bunny, Prince Royce & J Balvin – Sensualidad – Livitup Reggaeton Edit
21. El Chevo – Me Patina El Coco – DJ Santarosa 100-131 Transition
22. DJ Scuff – Bombon (Afrofunk)
23. Sak Noel, Salvi & Garvanin – Prendelo
24. Simon Fava & Gregor Salto – Magalenha – Tall Boys Club Edit
25. Natti Natasha ft. Ozuna – Criminal – DJ Santarosa 128-90 Transition
26. CNCO – Hey DJ – DJ Santarosa Reggaeton Bootleg
27. Tito El Bambino & Beenie Man ft. Don Omar – Flow Natural
28. Hector Y Tito – Baila Morena
29. Farruko – Fuego – Refresh Hype Intro
30. Marioh Barh – Siente El Mashete
31. Ozuna – Siguelo Bailando – DJ Refresh CLub Rework
32. Jacob Forever – Sueltame la Mía
33. Nicky Jam & J Balvin – X – Refresh Club Edit
34. Daddy Yankee – Dura – Moombahbaas & Kruzo Edit
35. Ozuna & Romeo Santos – El Farsante Remix – DJ Santarosa 95-64 Transition

Follow DJ 2Lips on Facebook, Instagram, and SoundCloud.

Related: Listen to Snelle Jelle’s DJcity Podcast Mix

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DJ 2Lips, DJcity Latino Mix,
Thursday, April 5, 2018

Thombs Explains How to Produce a Moombahton Track

Thombs

Rising Colombian producer Thombs has explained how to produce a moombahton track in a new video for Latin America-based YouTube channel, El Arte de Ser DJ. The Spanish-language channel, which translates to “The Art of Being a DJ,” reviewed DJcity’s record pool in March.

Thombs breaks down his production process in FL Studio using his 2014 heater “La Era del Moombahton” featuring Happy Colors and Jack Style. Billboard listed the track as one of its top 50 moombahton songs of all time in 2016.

Watch the video above and read a Spanish translation below.

El productor colombiano Thombs ha explicado cómo producir una canción de moombahton en un nuevo video para el canal de YouTube, El Arte de Ser DJ. El canal revisó el record pool de DJcity en marzo.

Thombs analiza su proceso de producción en FL Studio utilizando su éxito de 2014 “La Era del Moombahton” con Happy Colors y Jack Style. Billboard listó la canción como una de sus mejores 50 canciones de moombahton de todo el tiempo en 2016.

Mira el video arriba.

Related: Thombs Drops Moombahton Remix of Santana’s ‘Corazon Espinado’ Feat. Maná

| Music Tech, Videos
DJcity Latino, El Arte de Ser DJ, Music Production, Thombs,
Thursday, April 5, 2018

Watch: Skratch Bastid Performs Routine Using Rane’s SEVENTY-TWO Mixer and TWELVE Controller

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Fresh off of hosting DJcity’s “Bastid’s BBQ” at SXSW in March, Skratch Bastid linked up with Serato to cook up a routine using Rane’s new SEVENTY-TWO mixer and TWELVE controller. The devices were released Wednesday in conjunction with Serato DJ Pro’s 2.0.2 update.

After hitting SWSW, Skratch Bastid will be taking “Bastid’s BBQ” to Toronto and Calgary this summer.

Watch his routine above.

Related: First Look: Rane SEVENTY-TWO Mixer and TWELVE Controller

| Turntablism, Videos
Rane, Routine, Serato, Skratch Bastid,
Monday, April 2, 2018

Watch Cardi B’s ‘Bartier Cardi’ Video Feat. 21 Savage

Cardi B

Fresh off releasing her new single “Be Careful,” Cardi B has shared the video for “Bartier Cardi” featuring 21 Savage. The track was DJcity’s third most-downloaded song of January.

The hazy visual finds Cardi in vintage Hollywood glam while performing on a retro TV set. She also makes out with her fiancé Offset in the back seat of a car. Meanwhile, 21 Savage delivers his verse while getting tied up to a chair.

Released in December, “Bartier Cardi” peaked at No. 14 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and has been certified gold. It’s the second single from Cardi’s upcoming debut album Invasion of Privacy, which drops April 6.

Watch the video above and download “Bartier Cardi” on DJcity.

Related: Watch Cheeze Beatz and 30 Roc Explain How They Produced Cardi B’s ‘Bartier Cardi’ Feat. 21 Savage

| Tracks, Videos
21 Savage, Cardi B, Music Video,

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