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Saturday, March 31, 2018

The Samples Behind Gang Starr’s ‘Moment of Truth’

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Since 2015, Power 106‘s Wax Only series has examined some of the most iconic albums in hip-hop history. While each episode has been outstanding, the latest one is extra special.

Today, Wax Only is celebrating its 100th episode by honoring the 20th anniversary of Gang Starr’s fifth studio album, Moment of Truth.

Released on March 31, 1998, Moment of Truth debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and peaked at No. 6 on the 200 chart. The project, which was produced by DJ Premier and the late great Guru, was the duo’s first gold album and most successful commercially.

Moment of Truth featured the singles “You Know My Steez” and “The Militia.” It also contained classic tracks like “Above the Clouds,” “Work,” and the title track, “Moment of Truth.”

Watch Wax Only above.

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Saturday, March 31, 2018

Listen to Luigi Sanchez’s DJcity Podcast Mix

Luigi Sanchez

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Luigi Sanchez

Luigi Sanchez, a UK-based DJ/producer, has served up a Latin mix for the DJcity Podcast. The Colombia native’s 28-minute set consists of reggaeton and moombahton, including five DJcity exclusives.

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Tracklist:

1. Karol G – Pineapple
2. Nicky Jam & J Balvin – X
3. Daddy Yankee – Dura – Refresh Hype Intro
4. Ozuna – Tu Foto – DJ Chango Hype Edit
5. Maluma – Felices Los 4
6. J Balvin & Jowell & Randy – Bonita – ETX Hype Intro
7. Becky G ft. Bad Bunny – Mayores – DJ Santarosa Hype Intro
8. J Balvin – Ahora – DJ Salva Garcia & DJ Alex Melero Edit
9. Major Lazer ft. Karol G – En La Cara – Sua Cara Remix
10. Atomic Otro Way – Te de Camapana
11. Danny Ocean – Me Rehuso – DJ Santarosa Hype Intro
12. Sak Noel & Los Tioz ft. Maffio – Blekete
13. Popcaan – Way Up – Ans & Soul Faya Remix
14. Guru – Alkayda – Mii Guel Hard Flip 2016
15. Pitbull & J Balvin ft. Camila Cabello – Hey Ma – Spanglish Version
16. Ozuna – Siguelo Bailando – DJ Santarosa Back That Azz Up Bootleg
17. Bad Bunny – Chambea – DJ Santarosa 100-58 Transition

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Related: Listen to THUGLI’s DJcity Podcast Mix

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Friday, March 30, 2018

Watch Tinashe’s ‘Me So Bad’ Video Feat. Ty Dolla $ign and French Montana

Tinashe

Tinashe hits the tennis court in the video for her newly released single “Me So Bad” featuring Ty Dolla $ign and French Montana. The dancehall-influenced track is the third single off her upcoming album JOYRIDE, which drops April 13.

“Me So Bad” follows the Future-assisted “Faded Love,” and the first single off the project, “No Drama” featuring Offset. The song was co-produced by Grammy-winner Dre Moon and Chicago-based rapper/producer Hitmaka.

Watch the video above and download “Me So Bad” on DJcity.

Related: Watch Tinashe’s Vertical ‘Faded Love’ Video Feat. Future

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Friday, March 30, 2018

Dee Jay Silver Talks Blending Country and Dance Music

Dee Jay Silver

Dee Jay Silver
Dee Jay Silver at Rehab Beach Club in Las Vegas on July 4, 2016. (Credit: Key Lime Photo)

DJcity’s country music contributor Dee Jay Silver recently spoke with Las Vegas Weekly about the crossover between country and dance music. (View his DJcity country club edits here.)

The Texas native will kick off his 2018 residency at Rehab Beach Club on Saturday and spin at Jewel and the Foundation Room in April. Those dates coincide with the Academy of Country Music Awards.

Las Vegas Weekly writes:

“Country has been bleeding into dance music for a while now, but things have come to a head: ‘The Middle,’ Zedd’s latest track pop with rising star Maren Morris, is solidly atop Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic chart.”

Silver adds:

“And look at Bebe Rexha and Florida Georgia Line. ‘Meant to Be’ is one of the top radio songs in the country across any format. I’m excited to see where these [collaborations] will go next.”

In addition to his residencies and role at DJcity, Silver holds it down as Jason Aldean’s tour DJ. He also has three original singles on the way, including a trap collab with Atlanta rapper Constantine.

Follow Dee Jay Silver on Facebook, Instagram, Mixcloud, and Twitter.

Check out all of DJcity’s country club edits here.

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Friday, March 30, 2018

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: March 30


Cardi B. (Source: Instagram)

Cardi B – Be Careful
Cardi’s new single was produced by Boi-1da, Frank Dukes, and Vinylz.

DJ Kool – Let Me Clear My Throat – Kerry Glass Remix
Kool’s timeless party anthem receives the twerk treatment.

J Balvin, Jeon, & Anitta – Machika – Dillon Francis Remix
The international track gets a moombahton reboot.

BlocBoy JB ft. 21 Savage – Rover 2.0
The Memphis rapper teams with 21 Savage for a new version of the track.

Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– The Weeknd ft. Gesaffelstein – Hurt You
– The Weeknd – Wasted Times
– Ne-Yo ft. Bebe Rexha & Stefflon Don – Push Back
– Robbie Rivera ft. El 7 – El Loco
– Sak Noel & Aarpa ft. Yuly – En La Boca

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

Related: Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: March 23

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Thursday, March 29, 2018

The Weeknd Drops New Album, ‘My Dear Melancholy’

The Weeknd

The Weeknd
The Weeknd (Credit: Front of House Photography)

After teasing it Thursday morning, The Weeknd has dropped a new album titled My Dear Melancholy. The six-track project is his first solo venture since 2016’s Starboy.

My Dear Melancholy was executive produced by The Weeknd and Grammy-winning producer Frank Dukes. It also contains production from Skrillex, Mike Will Made It, Cirkut, Gesaffelstein, Daft Punk‘s Guy-Manuel de Homem-Chris, and more.

The album features a dark R&B tone like the one on his 2011 debut mixtape, House of Balloons.

Watch a preview below and download the tracks “Hurt You” and “Wasted Times” off the project on DJcity.

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