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Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Enhance Your Vinyl Record Display With CLRCASE

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clrcase

There are many vinyl display cases on the market, but finding one that’s both stylish and reliable can be a frustrating task. That’s why Los Angeles-based company Art of Records has created the CLRCASE.

According to the company, the CLRCASE “offers a crystal clear view of records and covers, protects from damage and dust, and offers easy access to play vinyl in seconds.” It was invented by vinyl enthusiast Adam Kawasawa, who had grown tired of the inconvenience and damage caused by traditional frames.

“Record lovers appreciate quality and a tactile experience, and that’s what CLRCASE celebrates,” Kawasawa said in a press release. “I felt it was important to make a record display case that showcases the craftsmanship of vinyl, while keeping it fun and simple to operate….”

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Kawasawa’s design is not only elegant, but it’s also safe and functional. The case contains a reversible patent-pending adaptor that enables users to display either the vinyl or its cover. It also includes a quick-release tab for easy access inside and is made out of a sturdy clear acrylic casing.

The project began in 2012 and has taken Kawasawa thousands of hours of design and nine prototypes to complete. He was inspired by his hard-working grandfather Don, who pressed vinyl for Columbia Records for over 30 years.

CLRCASE is still in Kickstarter phase, having only launched on Tuesday, May 1. Impressively, Art of Records’ campaign was completely funded its first day. Those looking to get special rewards can still pledge funds until May 31 however.

Learn more about the CLRCASE on Kickstarter and watch a promo video below.

Related: Introducing the Spinbox, a DIY Portable Turntable

| Music Tech, Videos
CLRCASE,
Tuesday, May 1, 2018

DJcity’s Spotify Playlist Update: May 1

Post Malone
Post Malone (Credit: Catherine Hahn)

We’re celebrating the release of Post Malone‘s second studio album, beerbongs & bentleys, by highlighting some of our favorite tracks from the project in our Spotify playlist. Also included in this week’s update are new tracks from Poo Bear, MK, DJ Kass, and Stargate.

Post Malone picks:

Post Malone ft. G-Eazy & YG – Same B#tches
Post Malone ft. Nicki Minaj – Ball For Me
Post Malone ft. Swae Lee – Spoil My Night

Additional picks:

DJ Kass & Pitbull – Scooby Doo Pa Pa Remix
Poo Bear ft. Zara Larsson – Either
Sam Smith – Pray – MK Remix
Stargate ft. PartyNextDoor, 21 Savage, & Murda Beatz – 1Night

Stream the entire playlist below or from within Spotify.

Related: DJcity’s Spotify Playlist Update: April 24

| Tracks
DJcity Essentials, Post Malone,
Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Listen to DJ BPM’s DJcity Podcast Mix


DJ BPM performs at Barcode in New Jersey. (Credit: Kmilo Torrez)

DJ BPM, a DJ/producer whose remixes can be found on DJcity, has put down a mix for the DJcity Podcast. Recorded in one take, his set features mostly Caribbean-influenced tracks and house music. It includes one of his own remixes and two of his edits.

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Tracklist:

1. Sean Paul – Volcano
2. Major Lazer ft. Azaryah – Love Life
3. Valentino Khan ft. Sean Paul – Gold
4. Drake – Signs
5. Bruno Mars – 24K Magic
6. Blackstreet vs Artistic Raw vs Garmiani – No Diggity
7. Ed Sheeran ft. Nyla & Kranium – Shape Of You – Major Lazer Remix
8. Bruno Mars vs Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz ft. Cardi B – Finesse Remix – DJ Skillz 105-101 Get Low Transition
9. Dillon Francis & DJ Snake – Get Low
10. Marvin Gaye – Sexual Healing – Ango Bootleg
11. Ginuwine – Pony – Richastic Remix
12. J Balvin & Willy William – Mi Gente – DJ BPM Edit
13. J Balvin, Jeon, & Anitta – Machika
14. Dennis Blaze – Ninja Breaks – SWAT Theme Break
15. Jay Z – Encore vs Last Night A DJ Saved My Life – DJ BPM Edit
16. G-Eazy & Halsey – Him & I – Flix Remix
17. Dillon Francis vs Vanilla Ice – Ice Ice Baby – Ango Bootleg
18. Broods – Heartlines – Cheat Codes Remix
19. Axwell & Ingrosso ft. Kid Ink – I Love You
20. Tuxedo ft. Snoop Dogg – Fux With The Tux
21. Maroon 5 ft. Future – Cold – DJ BPM Remix
22. Wiwek & Skrillex – Killa – Moksi Switch Up

Follow DJ BPM on Facebook and Instagram.

Related: Listen to DJ AF’s DJcity Podcast Mix

| DJcity Podcast, Mixes
DJ BPM,
Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Shure Discontinues All Phono Products

Shure

Shure

On what will be a sad day for many DJs, Shure has announced that they are ceasing production of their entire range of phono cartridges and styli this summer.

From the company’s statement:

“For more than 90 years, Shure has been committed to manufacturing and delivering products of the highest quality, reliability, and value. This commitment requires consistency in materials, processes, and testing, as well the capacity to react to fluctuations in demand.

In recent years, the ability to maintain our exacting standards in the Phonograph Cartridge product category has been challenged, resulting in cost and delivery impacts that are inconsistent with the Shure brand promise.

In light of these conditions, and after thorough evaluation, we have made the difficult decision to discontinue production of Shure Phono products effective Summer 2018.”

Shure’s decision means that supplies of their turntablist-beloved M44-7 cartridges and replacement styli should start to dry up soon. If you have a lot invested in the company’s range of cartridges, it’s probably worth picking up a few replacement needles soon, as prices are likely to rise as stocks dwindle.

It isn’t the end of the road for turntable DJs, however. A review of Ortofon’s new Concorde Mk2 range is coming soon to DJcityTV, and the new Phase system will be released in September.

Read Shure’s full statement here.

Related: Jico’s Replacement Needles for Shure’s M44-7 Cartridge

| Music Tech
Shure,
Tuesday, May 1, 2018

DJcity’s Most Downloaded Tracks of April 2018

Sean Paul

Below is a list of the most-downloaded tracks on DJcity during April 2018. To receive these updates via email, click here.

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Monday, April 30, 2018

Watch: Damianito Throws Down Turntablism Routine

Damianito

Damianito, the Red Bull Music 3Style VIII world champion, has thrown down an impressive turntablism routine for Italian magazine Soundwall. A Rome native and DJcity Italy representative, Damianito shows off his technical abilities and versatility in the 2-minute video.

Watch it above.

Follow Damianito on Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, and Twitter.

Related: Italy’s Damianito Wins Red Bull 3Style World Finals VIII

| Turntablism, Videos
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