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Saturday, December 30, 2017

DJcityTV’s Best DJ Routines of 2017

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After revealing DJcity’s most-downloaded tracks and edits of 2017, we conclude our look back at the year with a recap of some of the best video content on DJcityTV.

Our channel had another great year following a strong 2016. We released close to 150 videos, which garnered a combined 10.3 million views across YouTube, Facebook, and Vimeo. We also launched two new series called Fretless Fridays and Classic DJ Gear.

While DJcityTV hosts a variety of content, some of its most popular videos are turntablism-related. To highlight this content, we’ve put together a recap of some of the best routines of 2017. The video includes snippets from one-off routines and series like the Cutting Room, Bedroom Sessions, Tone Play, and Chris Villa’s Trends Mix.

The most-watched routines on YouTube were:

1. DJ Puffy’s March routine: 85,792 views
2. DJ EASE’s March routine: 30,680 views
3. Chris Villa’s June Trends Mix: 27,702 views
4. 69Beats’ Tone Play episode: 22,319 views
5. Asian Hawk’s “Turntablism Meets Soul Music” routine: 20,892 views

Watch the recap above.

Related: DJcityTV’s Best DJ Routines of 2016

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Saturday, December 30, 2017

Anthem Kingz Join DJcity Team, Drop 4 Remixes

Anthem Kingz

Anthem Kingz

Renowned Canadian DJ/producer duo Anthem Kingz have joined DJcity’s worldwide team under an exclusive deal. From now on, the duo’s remixes, edits, and originals will be available only on DJcity.

The group, which is comprised of Toronto natives DJ Bosa and Alex K, have made a name for themselves over the years with their club remixes and edits. Alex K is also a member of the duo Delirious & Alex K, whose tracks are also exclusive to DJcity.

To kick off the partnership, Anthem Kingz have dropped four new edits. Stream and download them below.


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Friday, December 29, 2017

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Dec. 29


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Cardi B ft. 21 Savage – Bartier Cardi – Anthem Kingz Tern It Up Bootleg
Cardi’s single gets blended with Flosstradamus and Dillon Francis’ trap heater.

Snoop Dogg ft. Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake – Signs – Throttle & Niko The Kid Remix
Snoop’s 2005 track receives a house rework.

Farruko ft. Nicki Minaj, Bad Bunny, Travis Scott, & Rvssian – Krippy Kush – Travis Scott Remix
Scott replaces 21 Savage for a new remix of the Latin trap anthem.

Gucci Mane – TYT
A buzzing track off the Atlanta rapper’s new album, El Gato: The Human Glacier.

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Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– Sak Noel & Salvi ft. Mailer – Obsesionao

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

Related: Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: Dec. 22

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Friday, December 29, 2017

Sak Noel and Salvi Drop Remix Pack for ‘Obsesionao’: DJcity Exclusive

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Sak Noel at Hulakula in Warsaw, Poland on Sept. 2, 2017 / Facebook

Spain’s Sak Noel and Salvi have dropped a remix pack for their radio-friendly reggaeton single “Obsesionao” featuring Mailer.

The pack features a cumbia and moombahton remix from DJ Santarosa and Thombs, a Puro Pari reggaeton remix from Big Syphe, a future house remix from Safety First!, and a VIP moombahton remix from Sak and Salvi.

In addition to the new versions, Sak and Salvi have also released a steamy video for the original. It stars artists from Sak’s label, Barnaton.

Stream the remixes and watch the video below and download the remixes exclusively on DJcity.

Related: Sak Noel, Salvi and Garvanin Team for Jungle Terror Track, ‘Préndelo’: Exclusive Premiere

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Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Every DJ Who Uses Turntables Needs This

To wrap up the year, Mojaxx examines the benefits of using a styles pressure gauge, a product he believes is an essential buy for every turntable user.

On a special Tips and Tricks episode, Mojaxx discusses how the tool, which is used to determine the stylus tracking force, can be a time and money saver.

Related: Resurrect Your Broken Ortofon Concorde Cartridge

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Wednesday, December 27, 2017

How Poo Bear Went From Being Homeless to Writing Justin Bieber Hits

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Poo Bear at Record Plant studios in Los Angeles / Red Bull

Songwriter, producer, and singer Poo Bear is best known for co-writing some of Justin Bieber’s biggest hits, like “What Do You Mean” and Jack U’s “Where Are U Now.” However, the Connecticut native got his start in the ’00s, having penned anthems such as 112‘s “Dance With Me” and “Peaches & Cream,” and Usher‘s “Caught Up.”

In an inspiring interview with Complex’s Blueprint series, Poo Bear discussed his humble beginnings and rise to fame, from being homeless to writing for some of music’s biggest stars.

Betting it all on music:

“I never had a back-up plan. [laughs] My teachers [would] just say, ‘you need to pay attention in school ’cause only 1% of people make it in the music business and you’re not that 1%.’ When my teacher said that to me, I was 15 and I had a song on the radio with a group called 112. … I never thought about if this doesn’t happen, what am I gonna do. Never. Not once did I come up with a back-up plan. So thank god it worked out.”

Transitioning from artist to writer:

“[I] made a conscious decision to quit my group and just focus on writing songs for other people. And I never really honestly had a real desire to be famous. I just wanted to be able to make a better living for my family.”

His writing process:

“I go to my phone and I’m gonna look up concepts that I’ve been jotting down. … The concept is usually the title of the song … the main idea of the song. Then it’s the chords; let’s find the chords that move people’s emotions. And then usually I start off doing the hook first, the most important part of the song. The hook for me is always supposed to be simple and effective, so simple enough for a five-year-old to sing along with it unconsciously … but then clever enough to stimulate a smart person.”

Staying focused during uncertain times:

“When you don’t have options and your back is up against the wall, you deliver and you find yourself getting through moments that in reality, they’re trying times, but there really wasn’t any other options. It was like, you gotta go in and you gotta work, you gotta create music, and you have to be honest, and it’s not gonna be great every time but you gotta keep doing it. I think that’s what got me to this place, just not having a back-up plan.”

Watch the full conversation below.

Related: Skrillex Teams With Poo Bear for Soulful Single, ‘Would You Ever’

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