Turntablism
Watch DJ Blaze’s ‘Bedroom Sessions’ Routine
DJ Blaze, Hong Kong’s 2016 Boom Battle DJ champion, throws down in a Bruce Lee inspired routine for DJcityTV’s Bedroom Sessions.
Blaze, who has opened up for acts like DJ Snake, Usher, and Lil Jon, began his career in Canada where he worked the club and party circuit in Ontario. In 2007, he followed his Chinese roots and made a move to Hong Kong where he is now based and continues rock parties across Asia.
The 39-year-old is working towards becoming the first DJ to represent Hong Kong in the Red Bull 3Style World Championship.
Tracklist:
1. Lalo Schifrin – Theme from Enter the Dragon – DJ Blaze Edit
2. Cardi B – Bodak Yellow – Acapella
3. Outkast ft. Sleepy Brown – The Way You Move – Fear Of Dawn Remix
4. Reel 2 Reel – I like To Move It
5. Ludacris ft. Mystikal & I-20 – Move B#tch
6. Busta Rhymes – Light Your Ass on Fire
7. Wiley – Fireman
8. Ohio Players – Fire
9. Rae Sremmurd ft. Lil Jon – Set The Roof – 1DAFUL Remix
10. CRVFTSMEN & Ape Drums – Fire
11. Wiley, Stefflon Don, & Sean Paul ft. Idris Elba – Boasty – DJ Blaze Blend
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2019 Goldie Awards: Judges Announced
A-Trak at the 2018 Goldie Awards. (Source: Facebook)
The Goldie Awards have announced the judges for the 2019 competition, which goes down in New York City on Oct. 17.
The awards, which feature separate DJ and beat battles, will be judged by an eclectic lineup. They include Armand Van Helden, Just Blaze, Busy P, Craze, Take A Daytrip, Alison Wonderland, UNIIQU3, and Kittens.
Hosting the competition will be Denzel Curry and YehMe2.
Entries for the DJ and beat battles are open until Sept. 1. Submission and ticket info can be found here.
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Boom City Announces Season Two of ‘Inside Turntablists’ Documentary Series
British creative collective Boom City has announced the return of the Inside Turntablists documentary series. The series shines a light on the scratch community around the world.
The second season will spotlight six turntablists from six different countries, including such award-winning DJs as Woody and Fong Fong.
Watch the trailer above and stay tuned for more episodes.
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Jesse Dean Designs JDDX2R-SP Fader for Reloop SPIN Reviewed
Jesse Dean Designs has released a fader specifically designed for the Reloop SPIN portable turntable. The JDDX2R-SP is a contactless fader with a variety of customization options.
Watch Mojaxx‘s review of the JDDX2R-SP above.
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Watch Chris Villa’s ‘Trends Mix’ for August 2019
After an extended hiatus, DJcity’s Arizona representative Chris Villa is back with a new Trends Mix. He performs a routine featuring three tracks from DJcity Trends and two throwbacks.
Tracklist:
1. YG ft. Kamaiyah & G-Eazy – Do Not Disturb
2. Too $hort ft. Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz – Shake That Monkey
3. Tory Lanez ft. Quavo & Tyga – Broke Leg
4. Fergie – London Bridge – Acapella
5. Young Thug ft. J. Cole & Travis Scott – The London
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DJcity Trends is a monthly collection of tracks intended to help DJs discover new and buzzing club tracks. The songs are hand-picked by influential DJs from around the world.
Related Post: Watch Chris Villa’s ‘Trends Mix’ for April 2019
DJ Brace Performs Turntablism Set With Orchestra
Boundary-pushing turntablist DJ Brace has dropped a routine alongside Montreal’s Orchestre de la Francophonie. In the 22-minute set, the unique pairing performs “Concerto for Turntables and Orchestra” by composer Gabriel Prokofiev.
Watch above.
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