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Watch Damianito’s ‘MikiDz Show’ Set

Damianito

Damianito
Damianito on DJcity’s “MikiDz Show” in Los Angeles on July 9, 2018. (Credit: Keith Oshiro)

On Monday, Red Bull Music 3Style world champion Damianito kicked off the new season of DJcity’s MikiDz Show. The Italian DJ and turntablist delivered a creative set of hip-hop, bass music, and more, including a section of Italian hip-hop.

In attendance were some of Los Angeles’ most respected DJs, including Spider, Steve1der, and Dynamix.

Watch Damianito’s full performance below, along with his interview with hosts MikiWAR and DJ Dainjazone. The convo included insights into the Italian scene and the 3Style experience. You can also download the audio via iTunes.

Damianito with hosts DJ Dainjazone and MikiWAR
Damianito with hosts DJ Dainjazone and MikiWAR (Credit: Keith Oshiro)

The audience
The audience (Credit: Keith Oshiro)

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Related: Watch: Damianito Throws Down Turntablism Routine

The Ultimate Tracking Performance for Vestax Turntables

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In the late ’90s, Vestax revolutionized turntablism when it released its “Anti Skipping Tone-arm System.” Ideal for scratching, the A.S.T.S. improved tracking performance and reduced record wear. The feature was improved upon in 2004 with the addition of a dynamic balance system to some of Vestax’s turntables.

On this episode of DJcityTV’s Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a look at the SoSharp Active Force Control Mod. The 3D-printed device adds the dynamic balance system to the pre-2004 Vestax turntables with A.S.T.S.

Watch above and learn more about the Vestax A.S.T.S. technology here.

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Watch Jeremih and Ty Dolla $ign’s ‘The Light’ Video

Jeremiah and Ty Dolla $ign

Jeremih and Ty Dolla $ign hit the roller skating rink in the video for their collaborative single, “The Light.” The track was the tenth most-downloaded song of June on DJcity.

Produced by Hitmaka and Ayo N Keyz, “The Light” samples Keni Burke’s 1982 R&B classic, “Risin’ to the Top.” Other notable tracks that have used the sample include the Mary Jane Girls’ 1983 smash “All Night Long” and Big Daddy Kane’s 1989 hit “Smooth Operator.”

“The Light” is the lead single from Jeremih and Ty Dolla’s forthcoming joint album, Mihty.

Watch the video above and download “The Light” on DJcity.

Related: Watch Rudimental and Major Lazer’s ‘Let Me Live’ Video Feat. Anne-Marie and Mr Eazi

Watch: Canadian DJs Connect at DJcity Linkup in Toronto

DJcity Linkup

In May, DJcity announced that it was launching a team in Canada. The following month, DJs from the Toronto area came together for the country’s first-ever DJcity Linkup.

The event, which took place at Nomads RestoBar, was hosted by DJcity Canada’s 4KORNERS, Andre905, and Trapment.

“This is the most DJs I’ve seen in one room in a very, very, very long time, maybe ever,” DJcity Canada director 4KORNERS told the crowd.

Watch the recap above.

Related: 4KORNERS Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

The Top 10 Latin Albums and Songs of the Year So Far

Ozuna

Ozuna
Ozuna (Source: Facebook)

Research company Nielsen has released its 2018 mid-year music report, revealing the top Latin albums and songs of the year so far. The report, which tracks the period from Dec. 29, 2017 to June 28, 2018, measures song and album sales along with audio and video streams.

Among the standout artists are Ozuna and J Balvin, who both appear multiple times on each song chart. And after dominating 2017, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee‘s “Despacito” remix featuring Justin Bieber continues to reign supreme. The track remains the No. 1 overall selling song as well as the top on-demand streamed song with 308.98 million streams.

View the charts below.

Top 10 Selling Latin Albums

1. Ozuna, Odisea (313,000)
2. J Balvin, Vibras (145,000)
3. Maluma, F.A.M.E. (85,000)
4. Romeo Santos, Golden (83,000)
5. Shakira, El Dorado (77,000)
6. Nicky Jam, Fenix (73,000)
7. Aventura, Todavia Me Amas: Lo Mejor De Aventura (67,000)
8. CNCO, CNCO (62,000)
9. Christian Nodal, Me Deje Llevar (58,000)
10. Wisin, Victory (57,000)

Top 10 Selling Latin Songs

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber, “Despacito” (246,000)
2. Daddy Yankee, “Dura” (120,000)
3. J Balvin & Willy William ft. Beyoncé, “Mi Gente” (114,000)
4. Nicky Jam & J Balvin, “X” (91,000)
5. Luis Fonsi & Demi Lovato, “Echame La Culpa” (87,000)
6. Ozuna ft. Cardi B, “La Modelo” (62,000)
7. Nio Garcia, Darell, Casper Magico ft. Bad Bunny, Nicky Jam, & Ozuna, “Te Bote Remix” (59,000)
8. Ozuna & Romeo Santos, “El Farsante” (58,000)
9. Becky G ft. Bad Bunny, “Mayores” (44,000)
10. Reik ft. Ozuna & Wisin, “Me Niego” (40,000)

Top 10 On-Demand Latin Song Streams (Audio and Video Combined)

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber, “Despacito” (308,980,000)
2. Ozuna & Romeo Santos, “El Farsante” (212,042,000)
3. Daddy Yankee, “Dura” (198,437,000)
4. J Balvin & Willy William ft. Beyoncé, “Mi Gente” (195,776,000)
5. Nicky Jam & J Balvin, “X” (156,952,000)
6. Nio Garcia, Darell, Casper Magico ft. Bad Bunny, Nicky Jam, & Ozuna, “Te Bote Remix” (149,214,000)
7. Ozuna ft. Cardi B, “La Modelo” (149,126,000)
8. El Chombo, “Dame Tu Cosita” (148,941,000)
9. Luis Fonsi & Demi Lovato, “Echame La Culpa” (127,763,000)
10. Natti Natasha ft. Ozuna, “Criminal” (124,303,000)

Top 10 On-Demand Latin Song Streams

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber, “Despacito” (119,802,000)
2. J Balvin & Willy William ft. Beyoncé, “Mi Gente” (97,766,000)
3. Ozuna & Romeo Santos, “El Farsante” (78,091,000)
4. Nicky Jam & J Balvin, “X” (77,113,000)
5. Nio Garcia, Darell, Casper Magico ft. Bad Bunny, Nicky Jam, & Ozuna, “Te Bote Remix” (75,764,000)
6. Daddy Yankee, “Dura” (73,993,000)
7. Ozuna ft. Cardi B, “La Modelo” (71,955,000)
8. Ozuna, Mambo Kingz & DJ Luian ft. Bad Bunny, Wisin & Almighty, “Solita” (52,760,000)
9. Bad Bunny, Prince Royce & J Balvin, “Sensualidad” (51,503,000)
10. Luis Fonsi & Demi Lovato, “Echame La Culpa” (51,503,000)

Top 10 On-Demand Latin Video Streams

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber, “Despacito” (189,178,000)
2. El Chombo, “Dame Tu Cosita” (147,694,000)
3. Ozuna & Romeo Santos, “El Farsante” (133,951,000)
4. Daddy Yankee, “Dura” (124,444,000)
5. J Balvin & Willy William ft. Beyoncé, “Mi Gente” (98,010,000)
6. DJ Kass, “Scooby Doo Pa Pa” (90,570,000)
7. Nicky Jam & J Balvin, “X” (79,839,000)
8. Ozuna ft. Cardi B, “La Modelo” (77,171,000)
9. Luis Fonsi & Demi Lovato, “Echame La Culpa” (76,260,000)
10. Natti Natasha ft. Ozuna, “Criminal” (75,189,000)

Sources: Nielsen and Billboard

Related: Watch Q&As From the 2018 Billboard Latin Music Conference

Watch the Producer of Lil Baby and Drake’s ‘Yes Indeed’ Explain How He Made the Track

Wheezy

Atlanta producer Wheezy has explained how he made Lil Baby and Drake‘s “Yes Indeed” on a new episode of Genius’ Deconstructed. The track, which was DJcity’s No. 21 most-downloaded song of May, peaked at No. 6 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and has been certified platinum.

Speaking with Genius, Wheezy recalls how the collaboration happened after meeting Drake while working with Kanye West in Wyoming. He then breaks down each layer of “Yes Indeed” in FL Studio.

Wheezy gained notoriety in 2015 for producing most of Young Thug‘s Barter 6 mixtape. His production credits also include Young Thug’s “Guwop” featuring Offset, Quavo, and Young Scooter, and Migos‘ “White Sand” featuring Travis Scott, Ty Dolla $ign, and Big Sean.

“Yes Indeed” appears on Lil Baby’s debut album, Harder Than Ever. The project peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 in late May.

Watch Deconstructed above.

Related: Watch Michael Brun Explain How He Produced His J Balvin Collab, ‘Positivo’

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