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Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Watch Calvin Harris and Sam Smith’s ‘Promises’ Video

Calvin Harris

Calvin Harris and Sam Smith have dropped a joyous video for their buzzing single, “Promises.” The track is currently No. 9 on DJcity’s Hot Box and No. 60 on Billboard’s Hot 100.

The visual pays homage to New York’s ball culture, an underground LGBT subculture in which people compete (walk, dance, etc.) for prizes at events known as balls.

“So excited to show you the official video for Promises,” Smith wrote on Instagram. “Never had so much fun shooting a video. Felt like a normal horse meat disco Sunday night in Vauxhall haha!”

Watch above and download the track on DJcity.

Related: The Best Remixes of Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa’s ‘One Kiss’

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Monday, September 3, 2018

Watch: DJ Day’s Set at PLAYLIST Retreat

DJ Day

In addition to networking and hanging out, this year’s PLAYLIST Retreat also included live performances from a variety of DJs. One of those was veteran California DJ and turntablist, DJ Day, who dropped an impressive 42-minute set of throwback hip-hop, funk, and more.

Over the next few weeks, DJcity will release the videos of the sets, starting with DJ Day today.

Watch his performance above and stay tuned for more.

Related: Watch: Inside DJ Jazzy Jeff’s 2018 PLAYLIST Retreat

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Saturday, September 1, 2018

Watch the Producer of Kid Cudi’s ‘Pursuit of Happiness’ Explain How He Made the Track

E.VAX

After breaking down Kid Cudi’s “Day ‘n’ Nite” in August, Genius’ Deconstructed series has returned to examine another one of the Cleveland rapper’s anthems. This time, they enlist Brooklyn producer E.VAX to explain how he made Cudi’s 2009 hit “Pursuit of Happiness” featuring MGMT and Ratatat.

Speaking with Genius, E.VAX recalls how he connected with Cudi then breaks down the different elements of the track.

“Pursuit of Happiness” was released in 2009 as the third single from Cudi’s debut studio album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day. The track peaked at No. 59 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and has been certified four-times platinum. Steve Aoki‘s remix of it has remained a staple in DJ sets.

E.VAX is best known as one half of the electronic rock duo Ratatat. He has produced tracks for JAY-Z and Nas and has three production credits on Cudi and Kanye West‘s KIDS SEE GHOSTS album (“Feel the Love” featuring Pusha T,” “Fire,” and “Reborn”).

Watch Deconstructed above.

Related: Watch Dot Da Genius Explain How He Produced Kid Cudi’s ‘Day ‘n’ Nite’

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Saturday, September 1, 2018

DJ G6 Delivers ‘DJcity Podcast’ Latino Mix

DJ G6

DJ G6
DJ G6 at Temple Nightclub in Denver on May 20. (Credit: Grandz Image)

DJ G6, a DJ from Denver, has delivered a 30-minute Latin mix for the DJcity Podcast. His set contains reggaeton and moombahton, including close to a dozen DJcity exclusives.

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Tracklist:

1. Daddy Yankee – Machucando – Noizekid Vibrate Bootleg
2. DJ Exile – Nobody Move
3. Daddy Yankee, RKM & Ken-Y, & Arcangel – Zum Zum – ETX Hype Intro
4. Ozuna – Siguelo Bailando – ETX Hype Intro
5. Nicky Jam & J Balvin – X – Refresh Voy A Beber Hype Edit
6. Karol G – Mi Cama – Refresh Remix
7. Sebastian Yatra & Mau Y Ricky – Ya No Tiene Novio – DJ Santarosa Hype Intro
8. Wolfine & Maluma – Bella Remix – KidCutUp vs Mayeda Too Close Bootleg
9. Thalia & Natti Natasha – No Me Acuerdo – DJ Santarosa Bootleg
10. Drake – In My Feelings – ETC!ETC!, Jay Silva & 2DLQTZ Remix
11. Nacho & Ozuna – Casualidad
12. Farruko – Coolant – Refresh Club Edit
13. Wisin & Yandel – Rakata – Puro Pari Remix
14. Sofia Reyes ft. Jason Derulo & De La Ghetto – 1, 2, 3
15. Daddy Yankee – Dura – PeteDown Moombahton Re-Drum
16. DJ Nelson ft. Alberto Stylee – Flow Salvaje
17. El Chombo – Dame Tu Cosita – DJ Willie Moombahton Remix
18. Los Del Rio – Macarena – Stavros Martina & Kevin D Remix
19. King Africa – La Bomba – Vinc & Kroegtijgers Moombahton Edit

Follow DJ G6 on Facebook, Instagram, and Mixcloud.

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Related: DJJO Delivers ‘DJcity Podcast’ Mix

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Friday, August 31, 2018

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Aug. 31


Stavros Martina in Almere, Netherlands. (Credit: Naomi)

Eminem ft. Joyner Lucas – Lucky You
The track appears on the rapper’s new album, Kamikaze.

Los Del Rio – Macarena – Stavros Martina & Kevin D Remix
The Spanish duo’s 1994 hit receives the moombahton treatment.

The Game ft. YG, Ty Dolla Sign, & Jeremih – DTF – DJ Serg Sniper Hype Intro
An exclusive intro edit that samples Snoop Dogg’s 1993 track, “Ain’t No Fun.”

Loud Luxury – Body – Anthem Kingz Knockout Bootleg
The duo’s track gets blended with Deorro, MAKJ, and Quintino’s house heater.

Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– Alesso – REMEDY
– Crush Club ft. Supermini – We Dance
– Jenn Morel – Tiguere – DJ Drew Remix

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

Related: Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Aug. 24

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Friday, August 31, 2018

Alesso Drops New Single and Video, ‘REMEDY’

Alesso

Alesso
Alesso at Pacha in Ibiza, Spain. (Source: Facebook)

Swedish DJ/producer Alesso has returned with a catchy, dancehall-influenced single titled, “REMEDY.” It is his first release on Universal Music Group’s 10:22 pm label, which he recently signed to.

“REMEDY” follows a successful run in 2017, which included his Billboard Hot 100 hit, “Let Me Go,” with Hailee Steinfeld featuring Florida Georgia Line and Watt, and his Anitta-assisted Brazilian hit, “Is That For Me.”

Watch the video for “REMEDY” below and download the track on DJcity.

Related: DJ Drew Remixes Jenn Morel’s ‘Tiguere’: DJcity Exclusive

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