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Thursday, December 5, 2013
Michael Basic Shows Off His Tone Play Routines [Video]
Michael Basic shows off his favorite tone play battle routines in our latest video for DJcityTV. The Los Angeles native is currently a monthly mix show contributor to 96.1 The Beat in Colorado Springs.
1st Routine:
Will Sparks – Ah Yeah!
DJ Kue – 1986 Rock
Deorro – For President
2nd Routine:
Dada Life – Haters
B.O.B ft. 2 Chainz – Headband
Whistle – Just Buggin’
2 Chainz – I’m Different
Young Jeezy ft. 2 Chainz – R.I.P.
3rd Routine:
Beatnuts – Watchout Now
Dru Down – Pimp of the Year
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The best DJs in the world are creative and differentiate themselves by thinking outside the box. DJcityTV’s Tone Play series sheds light on the technique of seamlessly mixing two tracks together by linking similar tones or melodies. The technique itself isn’t new but has evolved and become increasingly popular in recent years.
Watch the previous episode featuring Disko Drew here
