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Tuesday, March 20, 2018

DJ Snake Launches His Own Record Label


DJ Snake performs at XS Las Vegas on January 22, 2018. (Source: Facebook)

DJ Snake has launched his record label, Premiere Classe. The label, which is set to drop its first release “Whistle” by DJ/producers 4B and TEEZ on Wednesday, will feature artists across the world.

In addition to releasing popular tracks, Snake is an influential tastemaker. DJs and fans alike often check his playlists to see which tracks he has played, so it makes sense that he has started a label.

In February, Snake released a dancehall-influenced single titled “Magenta Riddim.” The track was one of DJcity’s most downloaded songs of the month.

The Paris native announced the news on social media:

Today, I’m announcing the launch of my very own record label “Premiere Classe”. This has always been a dream of mine. I wanted to first build a platform and then use it to shine a light on music/people that I believe in. This record label is for people across all corners of the world, to showcase all genres of music. I grew up influenced by different cultures, sounds, feelings, emotions and I want “Premiere Classe’’ to be a representation of that. I was given a chance some time ago and it changed my life forever, I want to be able to give the same chance to the next generation of artists. There’s a new wave coming, and we are going to be a part of it. No politics. Just dope shit. This is history in the making, here we go. William (DJ Snake)

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Related: DJ Snake Drops New Single, ‘Magenta Riddim’

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Tuesday, March 20, 2018

A-Trak: Must-Have Items in My DJ Bag

A-Trak's must-have items

A-Trak's must-have items
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A-Trak is one of the busiest DJs on the planet. From performing live and producing music to running his Fool’s Gold label, Days Off festival, and Goldie Awards, the Montreal native puts in a lot of miles. Given all of his experience, which includes serving as Kanye West‘s DJ in the mid-2000s, A-Trak has become an authority in the DJ community. People from around the world pay heed to his advice and opinions on the art of DJing, DJ technology, etc.

Check out his must-have travel items below, and download his new single “Ride For Me” with Young Thug, Falcons, and 24hrs.

Cocoon Grid-It! Organizer

“This is my greatest discovery in recent years. I always want to have every imaginable cord or adaptor with me on the road. I’ve had so many emergencies. You’re overseas, and you suddenly need to boot one laptop in Target Mode from your other laptop. Or you forgot that your backup drive uses a different kind of port than what your new laptop has. Or you somehow need to use an ethernet jack. You need all these emergency cords, but how do you actually pack them? This Grid-It thing is the most zen-like order that I’ve ever had with my cords and adaptors.”

Comme Des Garçons Travel Wallet

“This Comme Des Garçons wallet has been my travel companion for a long time. It’s where I keep my frequent flier cards and any random reward program cards, and I can stick my passport in it when I don’t need it. I can even keep a few foreign currencies in it too. None of this needs to be in your regular wallet.”

Kiehl’s Cactus Flower & Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Face Mist

“Airplanes are your skin’s worst enemy. Keeping up a few little habits can make a world of difference. No one wants to be told ‘you look tired,’ or feel their own skin turn into leather. I like this mist because hey, who doesn’t like Tibetan ginseng?”

Fool’s Gold x Stokyo Needle Case

“I used to carry the classic blue Shure needle case, but it’s kind of big. Then we made this smaller Fool’s Gold case with Stokyo. It’s way more portable. I also love how it has a little compartment where you can keep spare styli.”

The Bag Within the Bag

“I always carry-on, I’d say 98% percent of the time. It’s extremely rare that I check something in. So the bag I travel with is bigger, but that doesn’t mean I’ll bring that to my gigs. That’s where you need a bag within your bag. Going to gigs with only a tote bag has changed my life.”

Follow A-Trak on Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, and Twitter.

Related: The Chainsmokers: Must-Have Items in Our DJ Bag

| DJ Culture, Music Tech
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Tuesday, March 20, 2018

Watch Boi-1da Explain How He Produced Drake’s ‘Diplomatic Immunity’

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Grammy-winning producer Boi-1da has explained how he made Drake’s “Diplomatic Immunity” on a new episode of Genius’ Deconstructed. The track was DJcity’s No. 19 most-downloaded song of January.

“Diplomatic Immunity” is the second single off Drake’s two-track Scary Hours EP. Released in January, the song debuted at No. 7 on Billboard’s Hot 100. The first single, “God’s Plan,” debuted at No. 1 in the same week, making Drake the first artist to have two singles debut in the top 10 at the same time.

An in-house OVO Sound producer, Boi-1da starts off by discussing what made him want to work with Drizzy when they first met as teenagers. He then goes on to break down “Diplomatic Immunity” in FL Studio and ends by sharing his approach to making a beat.

Watch Deconstructed above.

Related: Watch Buckwild Explain How He Produced The Notorious B.I.G.’s ‘I Got a Story To Tell’

| Music Tech, Videos
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Tuesday, March 20, 2018

DJcity’s Spotify Playlist Update: March 20

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Kronic at HQ Complex in Adelaide, Australia on Dec. 16, 2017. (Credit: Declan Lee)

DJcity’s Spotify playlist update for the week of March 20:

Kronic & Krunk, Martina La Peligrosa & Jenn Morel ft. Damaged Goods – Peligrosa
Kygo ft. Miguel – Remind Me To Forget
N.E.R.D ft. Rihanna & Drake – Lemon Drake Remix
Rich The Kid ft. Trippie Redd – Early Morning Trappin
Troye Sivan – My My My! – Cash Cash Remix
Yxng Bane – Vroom

Stream the entire playlist below or from within Spotify.

Related: DJcity’s Spotify Playlist Update: March 13

| Tracks
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Monday, March 19, 2018

Watch: Technics Assembles Historic Turntable Orchestra

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DJ QBert
DJ QBert

Technics assembled an orchestra of DJs to perform a historic routine in celebration of Japan’s LP Record Day on Monday. The Philharmonic Turntable Orchestra, which was made up of 30 DJs, is the first to perform using only turntables, mixers, and original vinyl.

The ensemble included world-class turntablists like DJ QBert, DJ Swamp, DJ Kentaro, Mr. Switch, DJ IZOH, and 13-year-old DJ RENA. All of the 30 DJs were equipped with a Technics SL-1200 and mixer.

The Philharmonic Turntable Orchestra reworked the first 12-inch LP ever issued: 1948’s Mendelssohn: Concerto in E Minor.

Watch the performance below along with a behind-the-scenes video.

Related: 13-Year-Old DJ RENA Wins Kame World Classic DJ Competition

| Turntablism, Videos
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Monday, March 19, 2018

Watch: France’s Dan Wayo Pays Tribute to Beenie Man With New Routine

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Dan Wayo, a two-time Red Bull 3Style France finalist, pays tribute to dancehall star Beenie Man in a new routine for DJcityTV. Formerly known as DJDAN “974,” the Réunion Island native scratches and juggles his way through five of the Jamaican singer’s tracks.

Tracklist:

1. Beenie Man – Truck Load
2. Beenie Man – Badda Dan Dem
3. Beenie Man – More Sun Riddim – DKC Remix
4. Beenie Man ft. Ms. Thing – Dude – Choppa Dunks Remix
5. Beenie Man ft. Wyclef Jean & Redman – Love Me Now

Follow Dan Wayo on Facebook and Instagram.

Related: DJcity Announces France Team

| DJcityTV, Turntablism, Videos
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