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Friday, November 15, 2019

DJ White Shadow Interviewed by DJ Spider on ‘The 20 Podcast’

DJ White Shadow

DJ White Shadow
DJ White Shadow and DJ Spider (Credit: Vlatz)

On this week’s episode of The 20 Podcast, DJ Spider speaks with GRAMMY-winning producer DJ White Shadow.

White Shadow is based in Los Angeles. He’s best known for producing and DJing for Lady Gaga, contributing to hits like “Born This Way” and “Applause.” Raised in Detroit, White Shadow has also served as the North American music director for W Hotels, where he launched their renowned Sound Suite studios.

White Shadow and Spider also went through Beatsource‘s weekly list of must-have tracks, The 20.

Watch the clip below and listen to the full episode here.

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Friday, November 15, 2019

Watch: Italy Represents on DJcityTV’s ‘Cutting Room’

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DJcityTV’s Cutting Room has traveled to Milan, Italy in advance of the 2019 Red Bull 3Style Italy National Finals. Led by 2018 Red Bull 3Style World Champion and DJcity Italy representative, DJ Damianito, the lineup includes turntablists like Simo G, DJ Myke aka Micionero, DJ Aladyn, DJ Dops, and DJ Mate.

Watch the scratch session above, which was filmed at the Vibe Room.

Music credit:

“Instrumental” – DJ Damianito

“Felinusfunk” – DJ Myke a.k.a. Micionero

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Friday, November 15, 2019

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Nov. 15

Nitti Gritti

Nitti Gritti
Nitti Gritti performing at the Electric Daisy Carnival in Orlando on November 10, 2019 (Source: Instagram)

J Balvin – Blanco
Colombian reggaeton star, J Balvin is back with a bouncy Latin dance-infused single.

MistaJam – Ultimatum
Mista enlists English singer-songwriter, Laura White, for this uplifting dance anthem.

Dillon Francis & Nitti Gritti – Salsabahton (Shake That Booty)
The electronic producers teamed up for this high energy salsa-inspired moombahton track.

Tory Lanez ft. Snoop Dogg – Beauty In The Benz
The Canadian rapper enlists Snoop and samples his Neptunes produced track “Beautiful.”

Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– Far East Movement – Like A G6 – ZIGGY Remix

– Marshmello, YUNGBLUD & blackbear – Tongue Tied

– Wisin & Yandel – Pegao – DJ Stressy & J Medina Remix

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

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Friday, November 15, 2019

‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’: Craig Anthony Reflects on His Friendship with DJ AM

Craig Anthony

Craig Anthony
Craig Anthony performing at the Hakkasan Nightclub in Las Vegas (Source: Instagram)

On this week’s R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew talks to Craig Anthony, formerly known as DJ Homicide. The Los Angeles native reflects on his friendship with the late DJ AM.

Craig also explains how he joined the multi-platinum band, Sugar Ray, and how he accumulated close to a million followers with his new Instagram meme account, Urban Siko.

Listen to the full episode below.

Also available on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube.

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

Marshmello, YUNGBLUD, and blackbear Drop Alternative Track and Video, ‘Tongue Tied’

Marshmello has linked with alternative artist YUNGBLUD and rapper blackbear on the new single “Tongue Tied.” The track is accompanied by an apocalyptic visual treatment from director Christian Breslauer.

The masked, genre-bending producer recently experimented with country music on the Kane Brown-assisted “One Thing Right.” blackbear is following up the success of his controversial hit “Hot Girl Bummer.” The track drew criticism from Megan Thee Stallion‘s fans over the similarity to “Hot Girl Summer.”

Watch the “Tongue Tied” video above and download the track here.

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

Beatsource’s ‘TBT Hits’ for Nov. 14

Ashanti

Ashanti

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 has launched a weekly series called TBT Hits. The list is compiled by Beatsource curators DJ Drew, DJ Majestik, DJames, and DC.

Check out this week’s TBT Hits below.

Rick Ross – Hustlin’
The breakout debut single from one of the biggest rappers in the game.

Ashanti – Foolish
A soulful early 2000s hit with an unforgettable sample (DeBarge).

Armand Van Helden ft. Duane Harden – You Don’t Know Me
A house classic from a house legend.

Queen & David Bowie – Under Pressure
Iconic bassline, iconic vocals.

Oscar D’Leon – Lloraras
A must-have salsa staple for every DJ.

Max Romeo & The Upsetters – Chase The Devil
This ’70s reggae classic has been sampled by the likes of JAY-Z and The Prodigy.

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