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Thursday, July 16, 2020

‘TBT Hits’ for July 16

Rihanna

Rihanna
Rihanna

Check out this week’s edition of Beatsource’s TBT Hits list:

Paperboy – Ditty
This ’90s feel-good track was nominated for a Grammy and is a must for any classic hip-hop set.

Rihanna – Pon de Replay
An upbeat party record that helped launch RiRi into icon status.

Nirvana – Smells Like Teen Spirit
This track made the band a household name and gave birth to rock’s grunge era.

Xaviera Gold – You Used to Hold Me (Ralphi’s Riviera Mix)
An international hit often argued as the definition of ’90s classic house.

Eddie Dee ft. Wiso G, Ivy Queen, & Daddy Yankee – los Disicipulos
A braggadocio record by some of reggaeton’s most beloved artists celebrating their long careers.

Shaggy ft. Brian & Tony Gold, Sean Paul & Will Smith – Hey Sexy Lady (Original Mix)
The Jamaican singer enlists a star studded lineup for a club anthem about a very attractive woman.

DJcity‘s subscription service focuses on new music, especially exclusive remixes, bootlegs, and edits. Beatsource, however, offers millions of new and old tracks, as well as hundreds of playlists for DJs. To highlight its extensive catalog of classics, Beatsource launched the weekly series TBT Hits. The list is compiled by Beatsource curators DJ Drew, DJ Majestik, DJames, and DC.

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

SH8K Remixes Swedish House Mafia’s ‘One (Your Name)’: DJcity Exclusive


(Source: SH8K)

San Diego-based DJ/producer SH8K‘s latest remix is a take on Swedish House Mafia‘s iconic, decade-old hit “One (Your Name).” The legendary house trio’s collaboration with Pharrell Williams gets fresh energy pumped through it via SH8K’s modern take on big room house.

“This was so much fun! I’m really having fun making these remixes that bridge the gap from big room sound to bouncy tech house, definitely more to come!” SH8K says.

Preview the remix and download it exclusively on DJcity.

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’: Are DJ Gigs Worth the Risk Now?

R.O.A.D. Podcast

On this installment of the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew discussed whether DJs should be risking their health by accepting gigs in cities that reopened nightclubs despite the recent spike in coronavirus cases.

The fellas also explained the social stigma in the DJ community around admitting that you have contracted COVID-19.

Watch an excerpt above and the full episode here.

Follow the R.O.A.D. Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

DJ E-Rock Talks Power of Twitch, Diversifying Your Income: The 20 Podcast

DJ E-Rock

DJ E-Rock, a veteran party rocker and host on REAL 92.3, sits down with DJ Spider on this week’s episode of The 20 Podcast. The San Francisco native discusses the power of Twitch, the importance of diversifying your income, among other topics.

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, producers, and other music industry professionals.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Winner Announced for Beatsource and deadmau5’s ‘Pomegranate DJ Challenge’

DJ Fummy

DJ Fummy
DJ Fummy

Following a two-week contest, Japan’s DJ Fummy has been crowned the winner of the Beatsource and deadmau5’s “Pomegranate DJ Challenge.” The Osaka native has won a $2,000 Apple gift card and a one-year subscription to Beatsource LINK.

A seasoned turntablist, Fummy won second place in the 2018 Red Bull 3Style World Finals and DMC World Championship.

DJ Datflex (Spain) and Sergi Ales (Spain) are the first and second runners-up. Both contestants have won a one-year subscriptions to LINK. Honorable mentions include DJ Michelle (UAE), Devon Kosoko
 (UAE), and DJ ND (Belgium).

All entries were judged on creativity by Beatsource’s global team.

Watch the winning videos:

Download or stream “Pomegranate” on Beatsource and watch the music video:

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Watch Dez’s ‘Bedroom Sessions’ Routine

Italian DJ Dez has delivered a laid-back, summery routine for DJcityTV’s Bedroom Sessions. His six-minute performance features soulful hip-hop and R&B seamlessly blended to create a peaceful vibe.

The Rome-based DJ spins at some of the Italian capital’s hottest clubs including Nice, Eden, and Piper Club.

Tracklist:

1. A Boogie With Da Hoodie – Right Back – Dez Edit
2. Kanye West – Dark Fantasy – Dez Edit
3. Troyboi – Don’t Be Judging – Dez Edit
4. Jarreau Vandal x Shuko – What U Saying x August 96 (Melledit) – Dez Edit
5. Joni Mitchell – Big Yellow Taxi – Dez Acapella Loop
6. Janet Jackson ft. Q-Tip & Joni Mitchell – Got Til It’s Gone – Dez Acapella Out Edit
7. A Tribe Called Quest – Find A Way
8. T.I – Why You Wanna

Follow DJ Dez on Facebook, Instagram, and Soundcloud.

Got what it takes to be featured on the next “Bedroom Sessions” episode? Send a sample video to brs@djcity.com.

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