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Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Arabian Prince Talks ’80s DJ Scene, How DJs Can Adapt in Lockdown: The 20 Podcast

Arabian Prince

On Monday, Beatsource launched its long-awaited music streaming service for DJs, Beatsource LINK. So, it seems fitting to have the legendary rapper, producer, and DJ Arabian Prince on this week’s The 20 Podcast episode.

A self-proclaimed “technologist” and “futurist,” Arabian is best known for being a founding member of N.W.A. and helping pioneer electro music. He has since worked extensively in the tech and gaming industries as an investor, consultant, and animator.

In the interview, Arabian discusses the early ’80s DJ scene, how DJs can adapt during the COVID-19 lockdown, his involvement in the tech and gaming industries, and more.

Watch the interview above. An audio version of the podcast is also available on all major platforms.

Hosted by DJ Spider, The 20 Podcast features conversations with influential DJs and music industry professionals. Spider and his guests begin each episode by going through Beatsource‘s weekly list of must-have tracks, The 20.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Watch Chris Villa’s ‘Playlisted’ Routine for May 2020

Chris Villa

Arizona DJ and turntablist Chris Villa returns for the second episode of Beatsource’s new series, Playlisted. On this installment, Villa flips tracks from Beatsource’s Da Art Of Storytellin’ playlist, which features tracks from some of hip-hop’s best storytellers, including Biggie, Common, Warren G, and Slick Rick.

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Monday, May 4, 2020

‘MikiDz Podcast’: Selfish Thoughts

In the latest episode of the MikiDz Podcast, MikiWAR, DJ Dainjazone, and DJ Rell share their thoughts on the live streaming phenomenon, the importance of maintaining a good relationship with bookers during quarantine, and more.

Watch the MikiDz Podcast above. It is also available on Apple Podcasts, Mixcloud, and Spotify.

The MikiDz Podcast is a talk-show that discusses news and topics in the DJ and nightlife industries. It is hosted by MikiWAR, DJ Dainjazone, and DJ Rell. The MikiDz Show, which is also hosted by Miki and Dainjazone, features live performances from the world’s most-skilled DJs.

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Monday, May 4, 2020

First Look: Beatsource LINK Public Beta for Pioneer DJ’s rekordbox 6.0.1.

Beatsource LINK

Earlier today, Beatsource announced the public beta of its music streaming service for open-format DJs, Beatsource LINK. On this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a first look at Beatsource LINK which is now available in beta in Pioneer DJ’s rekordbox 6.0.1.

The public beta of Beatsource LINK is now open to everyone. Sign up for a 30-day free trial here.

Download rekordbox 6.0.1 for free here.

Watch Mojaxx’s first look above.

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Sunday, May 3, 2020

Watch: DJ ND’s Crab & Transform Combo Tutorial

This week on DJcityTV’s Made From Scratch, DJ ND demonstrates a combo using crab and transform scratches. The scratches are brought together with a quick rewind of the record.

Grab DJ ND’s scratch tool here and watch the tutorial above.

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Friday, May 1, 2020

Watch DJ IKU’s Wordplay Routine for Episode 1 of GENRE BNDR’s ‘CH419’

DJ IKU

DJ IKU, the 2010 Red Bull 3Style Japan champion, has dropped a hip-hop wordplay routine for GENRE BNDR‘s new series, CH419.

In the episode, IKU breaks down his creative process and routine before performing it.

Watch DJ IKU’s routine above.

Tracklist:

1. Edley Shine – Babylon Breeze
2. The Fugees – Fu-Gee-La
3. Run The Jewels ft. Greg Nice & DJ Premier – Ohh LA LA
4. Pardison Fontaine – Shea Butter
6. Ol’ Dirty Bastard – Shimmy Shimmy Ya
7. Aminé – Shimmy

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