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Friday, January 17, 2020

First Look: Phase Integration with Serato DJ Pro

Two years after first making waves at the NAMM Show, Phase manufacturer MWM has announced a collaboration with Serato. MWM’s needle-replacing hardware is now an Official Serato Accessory, which means it can now communicate with Serato DJ Pro directly through USB.

The upgrade will enhance the overall performance of Phase with Serato thanks to improved HID protocol. MWM also teased other features that will roll out later, including LED customization and more.

On this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a trip to NAMM in Anaheim, California to report on the collaboration between Serato and Phase. Watch above.

Related Post: Phase Wireless DJ System Review

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Friday, January 17, 2020

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Jan. 17

Steve Aoki

Steve Aoki
Steve Aoki performing at OMNIA San Diego on May 26, 2019. (Source: Facebook)

Steve Aoki & Maluma – Maldad
Two global hitmakers team up for a Middle Eastern and Latin-urban influenced heater.

2 Chainz ft. Future – Dead Man Walking
Atlanta’s finest spit some fearless verses on this moody Buddha Bless-produced beat.

Rvssian, Shenseea & Swae Lee ft. Young Thug – IDKW
This star studded collab pays tribute to Wayne Wonder & Buju Banton’s “I Don’t Know Why.”

Soulvation – Devotion – Block & Crown Club Mix
A 2020 joint-update of Bingo Players’ “Devotion” and Wildchild’s “Renegade Master.”

Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– Stromae – Alors On Danse – Rogerson Remix

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

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Friday, January 17, 2020

Watch Episode 6 of DJ ND’s ‘Made From Scratch’ Tutorial Series

Made From Scratch Episode 6

German turntablist DJ ND is back with episode six of DJcityTV’s tutorial series, Made From Scratch. In this episode, ND shows us how to incorporate the “Clover Tear” technique into a classic two-click flare orbit.

Grab the scratch tool here and watch the tutorial above.

Follow DJ ND on Facebook, Instagram, Mixcloud, SoundCloud, YouTube, and Twitter.

Related Post: Watch Episode 5 of DJ ND’s ‘Made From Scratch’ Tutorial Series

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

Listen: EXCEL Interview on ‘The 20 Podcast’

DJ Spider and EXCEL

DJ Spider and EXCEL

On last week’s episode of Beatsource‘s The 20 Podcast, DJ Dynamix credited EXCEL for teaching him how to manage his music library. This week, host DJ Spider brought in EXCEL to break down his technique, which is thorough to say the least!

EXCEL is a DJ, producer, and turntablist from Philadelphia who’s now based in Los Angeles. He holds residencies in major markets around the U.S. and performs at events for brands like Nike, Google, HBO, and Playboy.

Watch the interview below. 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.

Related Post: Listen: DJ Dynamix Interview on ‘The 20 Podcast’

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

Serato Releases 20th Anniversary Box Set and Documentary

Serato 20th Year Anniversary Box Set


Source: Serato

Serato is celebrating two decades in business with a series of anniversary releases. First, a three-part documentary chronicling the company’s history has been developed. Also, a limited-edition anniversary box set is available for sale that includes two 20th Anniversary Serato control vinyl and a 20th Anniversary photograph book tracing the story of Serato from 1999 to 2019. These two items are now available on Serato’s website.

Serato has expanded from the minds of two New Zealand-based computer science students to be a worldwide product and tech staple. DJs including the likes of A-Trak, Jazzy Jeff, Rich Medina, Mix Master Mike, DJ Spinna, and more appear in the documentary.

Watch part one below.

For more information, visit Serato’s website.

Related Post: Serato and DJcity Launch Serato Studio Beat Making Competition

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

Beatsource’s ‘TBT Hits’ for Jan. 16

Nelly Furtado

Nelly Furtado
Nelly Furtado

Check out this week’s TBT Hits below.

Lil Wayne – Go DJ
Produced by Mannie Fresh, this early Weezy hit helped put Cash Money Records on the map.

Shanice – I Love Your Smile
An early ’90s R&B hit that starts with a DJ friendly loop.

Nelly Furtado – Promiscuous
This 2000s anthem kicked off a run of pop hits from Timbaland.

Tori Amos – Professional Widow – Armand Van Helden Remix
A funky remix that can still move the dance floor.

Ivy Queen – Te He Querido, Te He Llorado
A classic anthem from one of reggaeton’s pioneers.

Kranium ft. Ty Dolla $ign – Nobody Has To Know
This record propelled the Jamaican dancehall singer onto the global stage.

DJcity‘s subscription service has always focused on new music, including exclusive remixes, bootlegs, and edits. Beatsource, the new digital music service from DJcity and Beatport, offers both new and old tracks. 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.

Related Post: Beatsource’s ‘TBT Hits’ for Jan. 9, 2020

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