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R.O.A.D. Podcast – “DJs! It’s Time to Unify” presented by SETSPACE.APP feat. DJ Whiteshadow
During Miami Music Week, DJ Crooked from Road Podcast got a chance to sit down with Chicago’s own DJ Whiteshadow to talk about a new platform he’s launching called SETSPACE.APP.
Over the years, Whiteshadow and DJ Crooked from the Road Podcast have had multiple conversations about DJs receiving better healthcare, retirement plans, legal protections, and greater collective power. But it always comes back to one thing… DJs are finding a way to unify. SETSPACE.APP might be one of the first real attempts at that. On the surface, it’s a multi-purpose DJ platform that helps DJs showcase gigs, manage guest lists, sell tickets, share music, accept requests/tips, coordinate bookings, and more. But beyond the tools, the bigger idea is creating a centralized space where DJs can actually organize, connect, and build leverage together. We are putting our trust in Whiteshadow and SETSPACE.APP is a meaningful first step toward DJs gaining more unified power across multiple industries.
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BREAKING NEWS: inMusic Acquires NATIVE INSTRUMENTS!
It was announced earlier this year that Native Instruments had entered preliminary insolvency proceedings in Germany… Not great news for the talented folks who work there, or for users of their products.
Well, today, it’s been revealed that inMusic, the company behind Rane, Akai, Denon DJ, Moog and other big brands, are acquiring Native Instruments, including their other brands Izotope, Brainworx, and Plugin Alliance.
Check out Mojaxx’s first reaction to the news on DJcity TV.
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R.O.A.D. Podcast – DJ CUTSO: The DNA of the Bay – From Banning Hyphy to DJ Mustard Adopting the Sound
The legendary @Cutso joins the ROAD Podcast to break down the DNA of the Bay Area scene, the evolution of turntablism, and the reality of balancing a high-level DJ career with a corporate tech job.
We dive into his viral “ROAD Talk” interview from NAMM 2026 (2:55), where he addresses the entitlement of new DJs and a social media culture that causes artists to focus on the wrong metrics. Cutso reflects on the “Relationship Economy” and why you cannot get booked without being in the room, while tracing his roots back to the 90s, and the “quick mixing” style that defined the Bay (8:23). He recounts the early influence of MC Hammer and the reverence for D-Styles mixtapes, comparing them to baseball trading cards for the Hip Hop community (13:55).
The conversation shifts to the rise and fall of turntablism, exploring how the genre moved from MTV back to the underground before social media re-ignited interest in technical skills (19:42), alongside the divide between Jiggy and Backpack Hip Hop. We tackle the “Great Heist” of the Bay Area sound, debating how the “Mustard Era” effectively mainstreamed a signature NorCal aesthetic (40:35), and explore the @FrandalayBay connection that brought Hyphy to Vegas while it was still banned in Bay Area clubs (24:20). Cutso shares stories of being kicked out of booths for playing “Burn Rubber” (28:26) and provides a candid look at San Jose, from the “Crypto-House” scene to the economic crisis and tech layoffs impacting local venues.
After discussing Hollywood’s disconnect from LA culture, and Crooked’s infamous night at Club Wet (50:05), Cutso opens up about the “Dual Life” of juggling a corporate career with DJing (1:09:15), finding discipline through Kung Fu (1:19:01), and why open format DJs are built to survive shifting musical trends (1:48:24).
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The GOAT Laptop Stand Returns! Crane Stand Plus Review
The Crane Stand was a game changer back in the early 2010s, when most DJ laptop stands were, frankly, underwhelming. After a long time away, it’s back, in the form of the Crane Stand Plus, which has been produced using the exact same design, materials and construction methods as it was back in the day. On the new episode of Beatport Tech, Mojaxx asks, is it still the GOAT of laptop stands, or has the market left it behind?
Learn more about the Crane Stand Plus: www.cranedj.com
Check out Mojaxx’s review of the Crane Stand Plus from Crane DJ on DJcity TV.
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GLOW UP! Ape Labs Neon Pix Tube Review
The use of pixel tubes as an eye-candy lighting effect is one of the big trends in the mobile, wedding, and private event DJ scenes at the moment. German manufacturer Ape Labs has their own take on the idea – the Neon Pix. Despite the brand’s reputation for having high quality, but pricey fixtures, the Neon Pix are, in fact, one of the more affordable options on the market, so on the new episode of Beatport Tech, Mojaxx takes a look to see how they stack up against the competition.
Learn more about the Neon Pix:
Ape Labs USA: https://apelabsusa.com/
Ape Labs EU: https://apelabs.com
Ape Labs UK: https://apelabsuk.com/
Check out Mojaxx’s review of the Neon Pix from Ape Labs on DJcity TV.
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R.O.A.D. Podcast – DJ HABIBEATS: The Palestinian Pioneer of Arabic Club Music
In this episode of the ROAD podcast, the crew welcomes @DJHabibeats for a deep dive into his meteoric rise and the evolution of the global Arab club scene.
The conversation begins with a recap of his recent milestones (1:45) and a look at his expanding international tour schedule, including his highly anticipated set at the @Coachella @TheDoLab. Habibeats addresses his infectious energy behind the decks and explains how he utilizes his open format roots to represent Arabic house music by drawing from a rich, worldwide musical heritage (13:50). As the market for Arab music parties grows, he discusses the healthy competition in the scene, the logistical challenges of touring, and the importance of prioritizing health and team building while on the road (21:01).
The dialogue shifts toward the business of music as Habibeats talks about signing with a new agency and his creative process for tracks like “Hayati”, while Crooked draws parallels between the sub-genres of Latin and Arabic music (32:20). The DJs get technical about their preference for playing tracks at +4 pitch, leading to a discussion on how music acts as a bridge between cultures in a divided world (37:15). Habibeats shares his philosophy on dealing with openers and how the “third culture” experience shaped the entire crew’s upbringing (48:24).
Later, they tackle “front row red flags” and the need for audiences to be present rather than just filming (55:01), before exploring the broken state of music distribution and how Gen Z interacts with new releases (1:00:01).
The episode concludes with a look at his favorite producers (1:18:01), the value of saying “no” to protect his brand, and a hilarious story about a super-fan in Delhi, ending on a reflective note about using his platform to showcase his unique perspective (1:36:22).
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