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Thursday, April 23, 2020

‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’: Shell Corporation on the Benefits and Limitations of Live Streaming

R.O.A.D. Podcast

Shell Corporation, a DJ crew comprised of DJ Moma, DJ Sean G, DZA, Silent Addy, and Spinser Tracy, joined the R.O.A.D. Podcast last week. The group discussed the benefits and limitations of live streaming DJ sets.

The fellas also debated if a low viewership on Instagram Live can hurt a brand and how appropriate it is to solicit tips while live streaming.

Watch an excerpt above and the full episode here.

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Watch: ‘Caribbean Mixshow’ Edition of ’20 Minutes with DJ Delta’

Italian turntablist DJ Delta‘s 20 Minutes with DJ Delta mix show returns with an episode featuring dancehall, Afrobeats, and dembow. The set highlights the 2016 Red Bull Music 3Style Italy champion‘s talents in scratching, tone play, and beat juggling.

Watch above.

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Mojaxx and Friends Share Tips for DJs During Lockdown

In this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx checks in with some fellow tech gurus for tips on keeping your skills sharp during the quarantine. Mo’s special guests are DJcity’s own DJ TLM, Phil Morse of Digital DJ Tips, and Jamie Hartley of Crossfader.

Watch Tips and Tricks above.

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Chris Villa: Creative Process for Routines, Competing in 3Style: ‘The 20 Podcast’

Chris Villa

DJ Spider checks in with renowned DJ/producer Chris Villa on this week’s 20 Podcast. The Arizona native breaks down his creative process for making routines, what he learned from competing in Red Bull 3Style, what it was like attending DJ Jazzy Jeff’s PLAYLIST Retreat, 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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Thursday, April 23, 2020

‘TBT Hits’ for April 23

Dr. Dre

Dr. Dre
Dr. Dre

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

Dr. Dre ft. Jewell – Let Me Ride
This classic record from The Chronic album blends smooth raps with a funky bass line and soulful hook.

Toni Braxton – You’re Makin’ Me High
Toni and Babyface connect for a mid-tempo groove driven by an upfront bass line and melodic synths.

Gwen Stefani – Hollaback Girl
Gwen’s first hit as a solo artist brought EDM vibes before the wave hit.

Deadmau5 and Kaskade – I Remember
A classic progressive house tune from two dance music icons.

Tego Calderón – Guasa Guasa
Classic reggaeton produced by Luny Tunes. This blends well in throwback and opening sets.

Johnny Osbourne – Buddy Bye
A dancehall classic that has been sampled by the likes of Major Lazer and Grandtheft.

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, April 23, 2020

N.O.R.E.’s ‘Nothin’’ Remixed by Richastic : DJcity Exclusive


Richastic. (Source: Richastic)

Moombahton specialist Richastic‘s latest DJcity exclusive remix flips N.O.R.E.‘s 2002 hit “Nothin’.” Produced by The Neptunes, “Nothin” reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 chart upon its release.

The added percussion and chopped lyrics add to the unique, funky feel of the dembow-style remix. In regards to this creation, Richastic says, “[my remix] is an attempt to transform the rap classic into a new look without harming the hip-hop culture. But decide for yourself.”

Preview Richastic’s “Nothin’” remix below and download it exclusively on DJcity.

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