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Monday, August 5, 2019

‘MikiDz Podcast’: The Importance of Using a Microphone

Last week on the MikiDz Show, Major Lazer‘s Walshy Fire discussed the importance of using a microphone during DJ sets. Inspired by that, MikiWAR, DJ Dainjazone, and DJ Rell talk about their thoughts on mic skills on this week’s episode of the MikiDz Podcast.

The crew also discusses Drake‘s recently announced SiriusXM partnership, the success of Lil Nas X‘s “Old Town Road,” and more.

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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Saturday, August 3, 2019

Pitbull Drops New Single and Video ‘3 to Tango’

PITBULL 3 TO TANGO

After the release of “No Lo Trates” with Daddy Yankee and Natti Natasha, Pitbull is back at it with another energetic track. “3 to Tango” is the latest single off Pitbull’s upcoming album, Libertad 547, which is due later this year.

The new song has all the elements of a Pitbull club anthem, suggestive lyrics and a fusion of Latin sounds like mambo and reggaeton.

Pit has also dropped a humorous music video for the song, which includes a surprise appearance by John Travolta.

Watch it above and download the song on DJcity.

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Friday, August 2, 2019

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Aug. 2


J Rythm. (Credit: Lucid Creative Agency)

Tyga, YG & Blueface – Bop
T-Raww enlists fellow West Coast rappers YG and Blueface for a Mustard-produced track.

Sisqo – Thong Song – J Rythm Puro Pari Remix
The R&B singer’s 2000 hit gets transformed into a dembow heater. (DJcity Exclusive)

Davido & Chris Brown – Blow My Mind
The Nigerian star joins forces with Breezy for a new Afrobeats single.

Destiny’s Child – Bootylicious – Le Boeuf Remix
Le Bouef turns the group’s 2001 smash into a tech house track. (DJcity Exclusive)

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

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Friday, August 2, 2019

‘R.O.A.D. Podcast’: Serato’s Kutcorners and Mr. Sonny James Discuss the Strength of Their Team

R.O.A.D. Podcast

Kutcorners and Mr. Sonny James, members of Serato’s artist relations team, were featured on this week’s episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast. The two discussed how the company’s commitment to listening to its users and giving back to the culture has contributed to its success.

Kut and Sonny also gave tips on how to avoid some of the common issues that DJs encounter while using Serato DJ, as well as the lack of unity in the scene.

Watch an excerpt of this week’s interview above and the full episode here.

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

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Friday, August 2, 2019

Beatport and Loopmasters Enter Partnership

Loopmasters

Loopmasters
Source: Beatport

Beatport, the leading online music store for DJs, has sold its Beatport Sounds business to Loopmasters, the leading online store for sound packs and plugins. The deal includes an investment in Loopmasters by Beatport.

Launched in 2003, Loopmasters includes a download store for sound packs, a cloud-based subscription service called Loopcloud, and the Plugin Boutique.

Over the next year, Beatport will integrate Loopmasters’ product suite into its website.

Beatport CEO Robb McDaniels said:

“Our partnership with, and investment in, Loopmasters illustrates Beatport’s commitment to delivering the best products to our loyal customers and the global DJ/producer community. Loopmasters’ long history of delivering a world-class product and customer experience is going to be a valuable asset for Beatport’s more than 36 million annual visitors for many years to come.”

Loopmasters’ Founder and CEO Matt Pelling said:

“We are thrilled to integrate the Loopmasters product suite into the Beatport site, enhance our sound library with their licensed sounds catalogue and gain access to the amazing artist and label relationships they have cultivated over the last 15 years. The combination of these two great companies will surely create an unparalleled product offering for emerging and established producers around the world.”

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Thursday, August 1, 2019

DJcity Launches Malaysia Team


DJ Reeve performs at BarAtas in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Source: Instagram)

DJcity has expanded its presence in Asia by launching a team in Malaysia. This expansion follows the creation of teams in Spain and Canada last year.

DJcity Malaysia is led by the accomplished turntablist DJ Reeve. Reeve is the 2013 Red Bull 3Style Malaysia champion and the 2015 Pioneer Digital DJ Battle champion. He also holds club residencies throughout Kuala Lumpur.

Reeve will be assisted by the following DJs:

DJ Julian
DJ Julian 		DJ Jenni-F
DJ Jenni-F 		DJ CZA
DJ CZA
DJ Nexto
DJ Nexto 		DJ LUQE
DJ LUQE 		DJ Biggie
DJ Biggie
Tipsy Han
Tipsy Han 		DJ Nesh
DJ Nesh 		DJ Hawk
DJ Hawk
Yauzzy
Yauzzy

Stay tuned for exclusive content, and contact DJ Reeve if you’re a Malaysian DJ or producer and have the skills to be featured on DJcity.

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DJ Biggie, DJ CZA, DJ Hawk, DJ Jenni-F, DJ Julian, DJ LUQE, DJ Nesh, DJ Nexto, DJ Reeve, Tipsy Han, Yauzzy,

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