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Watch the Making of DECAP and Damianito’s Track ‘Brazil’

DECAP

San Francisco-based producer DECAP recently broke down the making of his and Damianito‘s track “BRAZIL.”

The behind-the-scenes look took place in a workshop at the 2018 Music Expo in San Francisco. DECAP explained how they made the different elements of the track, using both Ableton and FL Studio.

The 34-year-old beatmaker has worked with artists like Joyner Lucas, Talib Kweli, and more. He is also the creator of the popular sample pack series Drums That Knock.

Watch the video above and download “BRAZIL” here.

Related: Watch Boi-1da and Jahaan Sweet Explain How They Produced Eminem’s ‘Lucky You’ Feat. Joyner Lucas

Listen to Toha’s DJcity Podcast Mix

Toha

Toha

DJ Toha is from Lyon, France. He hosts two podcasts: “Club Y Calor” and “Latin Anthem”. Stream or download his DJcity Podcast mix below.

Follow Toha on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Download on iTunes HERE

Tracklist:
01. 6ix9ine ft. Anuel AA – MALA – Toha Hype Intro
02. Maluma – Mala Mia – Alejandro Armes Trip Remix – Toha Acap Out
03. Bad Bunni ft. Drake – MIA – Badsam & Eazy Remix – Toha Edit
04. DJ Snake ft. Selena Gomez, Cardi B, & Ozuna – Taki Taki – Clips X Ahoy Remix – Toha Acap In & Out
05. Drake – In My Feelings – ETC!ETC!, Jay Silva & 2DLQTZ – Toha Edit
06. Brytiago & Darell ft. Daddy Yankee, Ozuna & Anuel AA – Asesina Remix
07. Brytiago & Darell ft. Daddy Yankee, Ozuna & Anuel AA – Asesina – J Rythm Puro Pari Remix
08. Daddy Yankee – Rompe – Aaar Remix – Toha Acap Out
09. Ozuna ft. Lyanno – Luz Apaga
10. Ozuna ft. Manuel Turizo – Vaina Loca – Acap Out
11. Javish – ZEZE – Spanish Remix – Toha Edit
12. Jennifer Lopez & Bad Bunny – Te Guste – KidCutUp 95-69 Transition – Toha Acap Out
13. Cream Caramel – No Sabe Na – Toha Edit

Related: Listen to MAORI’s DJcity Podcast Mix

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Nov. 30


Skrillex at Webster Hall in New York on Aug. 8, 2017. (Source: Facebook)

Travis Scott ft. Drake – SICKO MODE – Skrillex Remix
Skrill drops a hard-hitting rework of Scott’s chart-topper.

Tim Berg – Seek Bromance – Tall Boys vs Joe Stone Bootleg
“Seek Bromance” gets blended with Stone’s remix of Young Romantic’s “Move (Time To Get Loose).” (DJcity exclusive)

Meek Mill ft. Fabolous & Anuel AA – Uptown Vibes
The Philly rapper enlists Fab and Anuel for a East Coast-style anthem.

Ferreck Dawn & Robosonic – In Arms – A-Trak Remix
The Fool’s Gold chief puts his touch on the house track.


Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– Aaliyah – Try Again – D’Maduro Remix
– JUMEX – Trapped

DJcity’s weekly picks are selected by Kidd Spin. To receive them via email, click here.

Related: Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Nov. 23

Listen to Gengis Khan’s DJcity Podcast Mix

Gengis Khan

Gengis Khan

Gengis Khan is a DJ from Rome. He is the official DJ for Italian rapper Noyz Narcos and a former DMC Italy champion. Stream or download his DJcity Podcast mix below.

Follow Gengis Khan on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Download on iTunes HERE

Tracklist:
01. Paul Johnson – Get Get Down – Gengis Khan Remix
02. Troyboi – Say Yeah
03. Beyonce & JAY-Z – APESH#T – KidCutUp 100-80 Transition
04. A$AP Rocky – Praise The Lord (Da Shine)
05. LUUDE – Sooo – VIP
06. Travis Scott – NO BYSTANDERS – SEB Remix
07. Lil Wayne ft. Gucci Mane – In This House
08. Juicy J ft. Travis Scott – Neighbor
09. French Montana ft. Drake – No Stylist
10. Tyga – SWISH
11. The Gifted Program ft. The Kid Daytona – Have You
12. Mac Miller ft. Anderson Paak – Dang
13. FISHER – Losing It
14. Missy Elliot vs Ciara – Lose Control – DJ S.U 125-153 – Level Up Transition
15. Bad Royale & Teez – Bounce Dat
16. Lil Pump – Esskeetit – Jayceeoh & B-Sides Festival Trap Remix

Related: Listen to MAORI’s DJcity Podcast Mix

Watch Donaeo’s ‘Chalice’ Video Feat. Belly

Donae'o

Donae’o releases his first single “Chalice” of his forthcoming album to be released next year. The single features Belly and is produced by Calvin Harris.

Donae’o does it again as he drops another club banger. The single has a rhythm that immediately makes you want to starting jamming to it.

Watch the official video above and download the single on DJcity UK.

Related: Watch Giggs’ ‘Linguo’ Video Feat. Donae’o

Watch: James Hype Breaks Down His Craig David-Assisted Single ‘No Drama’

James Hype

In September, U.K. DJ/producer James Hype connected with R&B legend Craig David for a feel-good house single, “No Drama.” The track, which reached No. 8 on DJcity UK’s monthly top 20 chart, has gone on to amass 15 million streams. It has also been named a “Future Dance Anthem” by BBC Radio 1’s MistaJam.

We recently stopped by James’ studio in London to see how he made the track. The Liverpool native explained how the song came together and broke down each layer in Ableton Live. He also discussed his creative process and the role that DJcity has played in his career.

Watch above and download “No Drama” on DJcity.

Follow James Hype on on Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, and Twitter.

Related: DJcity UK’s Most Downloaded Tracks of Oct. 2018

DJcity’s Most Downloaded Tracks of Nov. 2018

Below is a list of the most-downloaded tracks on DJcity during November 2018. To receive these updates via email, click here.

Review: Ortofon OM Cartridges

Ortofon

Mojaxx loved Ortofon’s MkII range of Concorde cartridges when he reviewed them earlier this year. But not all DJs want or can use plug-in style cartridges like Concordes.

On this week’s Tips and Tricks episode, Mo looks at the company’s OM series of cartridges, which are designed to fit on a traditional headshell.

Related: Review: Ortofon Concorde MkII Series

Listen to DJ Ron & DJ Shusta’s DJcity Podcast Mix

DJ Ron & DJ Shusta

DJ Ron & DJ Shusta

DJ Ron and DJ Shusta are from Chemnitz, Germany. They have played in clubs around the world and perform every year at the Splash! festival in Germany. They also host a monthly podcast called “Uptowns Finest.” Stream or download their hip hop influenced DJcity Podcast below.

Follow DJ Ron on Facebook and Instagram.

Follow DJ Shusta on Facebook and Instagram.

Download on iTunes HERE

Tracklist:
01. YMTK – Just Us
02. The Internet – Roll (Burbank Funk) – Kaytranada Remix
03. Silk City ft. Desiigner & GoldLink – Loud
04. Austin Marc – Let It Burn (Flip)
05. KIDS SEE GHOSTS ft. Pusha T – Feel The Love
06. Heine Aabφ – Uh Uh
07. Joey Purp – Elastic
08. VanJess – Another Lover
09. Innanet James ft. Taliwhoah – Memories
10. Rejjie Snow – Bye Polar
11. Leon Bridges – Bad Bad News – Skratch Bastid Edit
12. Bas – Sanufa
13. Arona Mane ft. Q-Tip – Patch Work
14. Everett Gibbons ft. Michael Christmas – No Stress
15. Teyana Taylor – We Got Love
16. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie – Way Too Fly – Ron & Shusta Zikomo Bootleg
17. TroyBoi – Say Yeah
18. Mac Miller – Ladders

Related: Listen to Timbo’s DJcity Podcast Mix

Freejak Drops ‘DJcity Podcast’ Mix

Freejak

Freejak is a house DJ/producer from the U.K. He has produced tracks for artists like Sigala, Craig David, Paul Oakenfold, Wideboys, and Kelis. Stream or download his DJcity Podcast mix below.

Follow Freejak on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Download on iTunes HERE

Tracklist:
01. Tim Deluxe V’s CJ Boland – Sugar Won’t Do – Freejak Mash Up
02. Fisher V’s Ferreck Dawn & Robosonic – Feeling It In Arms – Freejak Mash Up
03. Afrika Bambaataa – Get Up (Acap)
04. Dennis Quin & Shermanoligy – Move Out My Way – Freejak Edit
05. X Presidents – Diamond Rings – Freejak Remix
06. Moguai & Raumakustik – Sometimes – Freejak Edit
07. Fatboy Slim – Praise You
08. DJ Snake & Mercer – Let’s Get Ill
09. Kant V’s DJ Hazzard – Ey Yo Mr Happy – Freejak Mash Up
10. Public Enemy V’s Jay Sounds – Bring The Thumpin Noise – Freejak Mash Up
11. Freejak V’s Mista Jam – Rotate Cross Bone – Freejak Mash Up
12. Human League – Don’t You Want Me – Freejak Remix
13. Red Hot Chill Peppers V’s Daft Punk V’s Kured – Everybody Around The World – Freejak Mash Up
14. Freejak – Red Faced (Instr)

Related: DJ Jonezy Drops ‘DJcity Podcast’ Mix

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