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Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Melodics Introduces iOS Controller App

Melodics

Melodics

Melodics, a software application that helps DJs improve their finger drumming skills, has introduced a controller app for iOS.

“We’ve got tons of people [using] Melodics who don’t own a hardware controller,” Melodics CEO Sam Gribben said in a press release. “You can play with your laptop keyboard, but an iPhone or iPad is a much better experience.”

According to the press release, the iOS app is the first step in making the Melodics experience entirely mobile. “Our long-term plan is to be able to play Melodics on any mobile device,” Gribben said.

Melodics is developed in partnership with icons like DJ Jazzy Jeff, AraabMuzik, Jeremy Ellis, ESKEI83, and The Gaslamp Killer. The company offers a free version that comes with 20 lessons, along with a paid subscription that offers premium lessons and content.

Watch a demo below and download the app on the Apple App Store.

Related: Serato’s Former CEO Launches Finger Drumming App

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Monday, June 13, 2016

Mojaxx: DJs Have a Responsibility to Improve Venue Safety

Mojaxx

In the wake of the mass shooting in Orlando, Florida on Sunday, DJcityTV’s Mojaxx discusses how DJs and venues can work together to improve safety.

Related: Pro Tips for CDJs and rekordbox (Part 2)

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Mojaxx, Tips and Tricks,
Saturday, June 11, 2016

Albania Thre3style Champ Kut Real Drops Routine for DJcityTV

Kut Real

Kut Real, the 2015 Albania Red Bull Thre3style champion, has put down an exclusive routine for DJcityTV. His two-minute session makes use of the following tracks:

1. Nicki Minaj ft. Drake & Lil Wayne vs David Puentez & Henry Himself – Truffle Butter – Mister Gray Bootleg
2. Yellow Claw, DJ Snake, & Spanker – Slow Down

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Related: Watch Kayper’s Routine for DJcityTV

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Thursday, June 9, 2016

Our Favorite Routines of the DMC Online Finals

DJ Buruaaaa

DMC Online DJ Championships

The final round of the 2016 DMC Online DJ Championship has begun. Check out our favorite routines below and all the other entries here. The champion will be announced on June 16.

DJ Buruaaaa, Japan
Pure, absolute madness. So much #LITness.

DJ Spell, New Zealand
This might be the funkiest and most musically satisfying set of the finals.

DJ Brace, Canada
Craze says: “Holy sh*t that was dope!”

DJ As-One, USA
His C+C Music Factory juggle is fire.

Ritchie Ruftone, UK
Probably the best use of “Game of Thrones” in any routine we’ve seen.

Skillz, France
So sharp and precise. His name serves him right.

Related: Our Favorite Routines of the DMC Online, Round 4

| Turntablism, Videos
DMC,
Wednesday, June 8, 2016

The Samples Behind Kanye West’s ‘Graduation’

Kanye West

Power 106’s Vin Rican has returned with a new installment of Wax Only, this time looking at Kanye West‘s Graduation album for the rapper’s 39th birthday. In the episode, Vinny showcases nine songs from the album and some of the samples behind them. Watch the video above, which includes classics like “Stronger” and “Good Life.”

Related: The Samples Behind Dr. Dre’s ‘The Chronic’

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Kanye West, Music Production, Wax Only,
Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Pro Tips for CDJs and rekordbox (Part 2)

Pioneer DJ CDJ

DJcityTV’s Mojaxx has returned with more tips for Pioneer DJ’s CDJs and rekordbox. Topics include: mastering the cue point system, using the rekordbox mobile app, and alternative instant doubles methods.

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Related:

Pro Tips for CDJs and Rekordbox (Part 1)
Getting the Most out of Pioneer DJ’s Pro DJ Link Feature

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