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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Mojaxx Takes a Look at Ortofon’s New VNL Cartridges and Gold Smokin Shells

In this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a first look at Ortofon’s new VNL cartridges, designed with turntablists in mind. They’re currently available in an introductory pack containing one cartridge and three stylii, allowing users to decide which of the three available stylus options they prefer.

Plus, he reviews the incredibly bling 24-karat gold-plated headshells from Smokin Shells, which pretty much fall into the “if you have to ask, you can’t afford it” category.

Watch Mo’s first look and review above.

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

DJ IKU Flips ‘Mr.Parka jr.’ on GENRE BNDR’s ‘CH419’

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Japan’s renowned turntablist, DJ IKU, performs a scratch routine over “Mr.Parka jr.” on the latest episode of GENRE BNDR‘s CH419.

The song is produced by DJ SAAT, DJ WATARAI, and rising Japanese comedian duo, Chocolate Planet.

Watch The 2010 Red Bull 3Style Japan champion’s performance above.

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Freeza Chin Delivers DJcity Podcast’ Mix


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Toronto’s Freeza Chin has dropped a heavy mix for the DJcity Podcast. His half-hour set includes hip-hop and grime, alongside his own remixes and a few unreleased tracks.

A veteran of the Toronto scene, Freeza Chin was the co-founder of  the BUMP party series, which, until it ended in 2019, was Canada’s longest running UK garage and house music event. He has performed on BBC Radio 1Xtra, Boiler Room, Outlook Festival, and more. He is also a co-owner and engineer at the Genesis Sound recording studio.

Also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and TuneIn.

Tracklist:

1. BackRoad Gee ft. Lethal Bizzle & Jme – Enough Is Enough
2. Jojo – Man – Freeza Chin Remix
3. Megan Thee Stallion ft. Young Thug – Don’t Stop
4. 2 Chainz ft. Mulatto – Quarantine Thick
5. Pop Smoke ft. Lil Wayne – Iced Out Audemars Remix
6. Wasp & Vybz Kartel – Kartel
7. Lil Baby – Woah – Freeza Chin Remix
8. Central Cee – Loading
9. Unknown T, Vybz Kartel & Digga D ft. Sean D – Gotcha
10. Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion – WAP – Freeza Chin & Nick Bike A Milli Remix
11. Internet Money, Don Toliver & Roddy Ricch – Lemonade Remix
12. DreamDoll ft. Fivio Foreign – Ah Ah Ah
13. TM88 & Rich The Kid ft. Ty Dolla $ign, 2 Chainz & Southside – Breakin’ U Off
14. Ariana Grande – Positions
15. Justin Bieber – Yummy – Freeza Chin Remix
16. Daniel Bedingfield – Gotta Get Through This – D’N’D Full Length Version
17. Preditah ft. WSTRN – Distant Memory
18. Hardy Caprio ft. SL – XYZ
19. Flowdan – Eagle Cry (prod. by Freeza Chin)
20. Freeza Chin – You Can’t See
21. Giggs ft. Dave – Straight Murder (Giggs & David)
22. Ghetts ft. Jaykae & Moonchild Sanelly – Mozambique – OTHERLiiNE Remix
23. Aitch – Safe To Say
24. Abra Cadabra – Spin This Coupe
25. Kehlani – Can I – Freeza Chin Remix

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

DJcity Lounge Essentials: December 2020

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DJcity Lounge Essentials December 2020

Due to restrictions placed at music venues worldwide because of COVID-19, many clubs have been forced to practice social distancing by transforming their dance floors into safe dining and lounge areas. DJs are now required to ditch their typical dance set in exchange for a more laid-back, mellow mix to encourage crowds to respect these guidelines. We talked to several DJcity representatives and friends from around the world to find out what are some of their favorite lounge-style tracks from the DJcity record pool.

Check out their selections for the month of December below.

DJ Cueball – Newcastle (England)

1. Yung Bleu ft. Drake – You’re Mines Still
2. SHAKKA – Hold Me Back
3. Ty Dolla $ign – Nothing Like Your Exes
4. Odeal – 24/48
5. Javan & Yung Filly – Again

DJ Jax – Dubai (United Arab Emirates)

1. Master KG ft. Nomcebo Zikode – Jerusalema – Burna Boy Remix
2. Aya Nakamura – DouDou
3. Jorja Smith ft. Popcaan – Come Over
4. Rema – Woman
5. Franglish & Tory Lanez – My Salsa

Mista P – Bari (Italy)

1. D’Angelo – Brown Sugar – D’Maduro Remix
2. 2 Chainz ft. Ty Dolla $ign & Lil Duval – Can’t Go For That
3. Nines ft. Headie One & Odeal – Ringaling
4. Giggs ft. Jorja Smith – I’m Workin
5. Masego & Don Toliver – Mystery Lady

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

The Champs’ ‘Tequila’ Remixed by Stavros Martina and Kevin D: DJcity Exclusive


Kevin D (left) and Stavros Martina (right). (Source: Kevin D and Stavros Martina)

Dutch DJ/production duo Stavros Martina and Kevin D have linked up for another DJcity exclusive remix. This time, The Champs’ 1958 classic “Tequila” —  a top-20 hit that year that has remained popular ever since — gets an exciting moombahton refresh.

The original’s Latin jazz flavor is preserved, and the tempo is dropped into a groove that matches the cool vibe of the famous saxophone solo. The dembow riddim under the chopped, bright horns and the groove in the melody is the spotlight here.

Regarding the remix, Stavros Martina says “Kevin D and I were chilling in the home studio, and I saw a full bottle of tequila. I said to Kevin D, ‘TEQUILA!’ He said what!? So I repeated: ‘TEQUILA!’ Then I sang the song. He thought it was an awesome idea for a remix. One day later, the remix was finished. One week later, we still had the remix in our heads and kept playing it over and over!”

Preview Stavros Martina and Kevin D’s “Tequila” remix below and download it exclusively on DJcity.

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Monday, November 30, 2020

‘MikiDZ Podcast’: I Am Not a Life Coach Pt. 2

Last week the MikiDZ Podcast crew introduced professional “organizer” Matt Kennedy. This week, they continue the conversation and hone in on what DJ life is all about. Matt and the fellas talk about following through on ideas, the importance of professional relationships, and what the next step is after DJing.

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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