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Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Is the Technics SL-1200GR Suitable for DJs?

SL-1200GR

Back in January, Technics unveiled a new model in their famed SL-1200 turntable series, the SL-1200GR. The device is a more affordable version of the SL-1200G, which was assumed to be aimed at audiophiles instead of DJs. (Technics didn’t mention DJs in any of their product and marketing material for the G.)

However, the company clarified their commitment to DJs when they announced the GR.

“The SL-1200GR and SL-1210GR combine the best of both worlds,” Michiko Ogawa, director of Technics at Panasonic, said in a press release. “Our goal was to extend our top range for audio enthusiasts as well as professional DJs.”

Technics’ statement was reassuring, but does the GR pass the test? Mojaxx finds out on this week’s Tips and Tricks.

Special thanks to Westend DJ.

Related: Rare Technics Turntable Surfaces Online

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Wednesday, June 14, 2017

DJcity Trends Charts for June 2017

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DJcity Trends

The June 2017 edition of DJcity Trends is now available here.

DJcity Trends is a monthly collection of charts intended to help DJs discover new and emerging club music.

This month’s edition features picks from the following DJs:

Chris Styles (mixer at SiriusXM’s The Heat and D.C.’s WPGC 95.5 and 94.7 Fresh FM)
Eddie Boy (resident DJ and music director at Elevate Lounge)
Mind Motion (member of Pirate DJs crew)
Play (director of DJcity UK)
Santarosa (Latin director at DJcity; mixer at SiriusXM’s Globalization)
Scene (Fool’s Gold recording artist)

Related: DJcity Trends Charts for May 2017

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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Durwin V3GA (DJ Reddi) Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

Durwin V3GA

Durwin V3GA, formerly DJ Reddi, has put down an eclectic and soulful mix for the DJcity Podcast. His half-hour set contains a variety of styles, including three of his own remixes. He also included a video of himself performing his remix of Marvin Gaye’s 1985 single, “Just Like.”

Durwin was a finalist in the 2016 Red Bull 3Style Italy Championship and currently serves as a DJcity representative in New Orleans.

[podcast]

Tracklist:

1. Duel Of The Fates – Intro
2. Twenty One Pilots – Stressed Out – Acapella
3. James Brown – Hot Pants Intro
4. Marvin Gaye – Just Like – Durwin V3GA Remix
5. Slum Village – Players
6. Calvin Harris ft. Future & Khalid – Rollin – KidCutUp Acap Intro
7. Anjali World ft. Casey Veggies – Uh Oh – KidCutUp Acap Intro
8. Ed Sheeran – Shape Of You – Durwin V3GA Remix
9. Chace ft. Yade Lauren – Something About You
10. Xuitcasecity – Bout You
11. Wale ft. G-Eazy – Fashion Week
12. Major Lazer ft. Travis Scott, Camila Cabello, & Quavo – Know No Better – Durwin V3GA Remix
13. Migos ft. Travis Scott – Kelly Price
14. J Paul Getto DJ Tool – Yeah Chicago Hustle – Jaceo Remix
15. Disclosure ft. Gregory Porter – Holding On
16. Cleavage & Lars Vegas – Grace
17. Ol’ Dirty Bastard ft. Kelis – Got Your Money – Shadow Child Remix
18. Mousse T – Horny ’98

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Related: DJ Reddi Performs Rock-Influenced Turntablist Routine

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Saturday, June 10, 2017

Watch TM88 Explain How He Produced Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘XO TOUR Llif3’

TM88

808 Mafia’s TM88 has explained how he produced Lil Uzi Vert’s “XO TOUR Llif3” on a new episode of Genius’ Deconstructed series.

The Atlanta-based producer broke down the hit song in FL Studio and discussed his approach to mixing. He said that he and co-producer JW Lucas recycled a 3-year-old beat to make the track and used a Beats Pill speaker for playback.

“XO TOUR Llif3” has become Vert’s highest-charting single to date, peaking at No. 8 on Billboard’s Hot 100. It has also become one of SoundCloud’s most played songs of all time, with over 92 million streams.

Watch the video above.

Related: The Making of Travis Scott’s ‘Antidote’

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Saturday, June 10, 2017

Mexico’s Mister Rodríguez Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

Mister Rodriguez

Mister Rodriguez
Mister Rodríguez (Photo source: Mister Rodríguez)

Mister Rodríguez, a DJ from Xalapa, México, has served up a half-hour Latin mix for the DJcity Podcast. His set, which was recorded in one take, features mostly reggaeton and moombahton. Rodríguez holds residencies across the country, from Puebla and Veracruz to Mexico City and Guadalajara.

[podcast]

Tracklist:

1. Lil Wayne – Go DJ – Acapella
2. CNCO ft. Yandel – Hey DJ
3. Luny Tunes ft. Baby Ranks, Daddy Yankee, Tonny Tun Tun & Wisin y Yandel – Mayor Que Yo – DJ Santarosa Reggaeton Intro
4. Ivy Queen – Yo Quiero Bailar- J Rythm Remix
5. Ozuna – Si No Te Quiere – LatinBlends Shaky Shaky Bootleg
6. Daddy Yankee – Shaky Shaky – Ritmo Bestial Boombastic Bootleg
7. Celso Piña – Cumbia Sobre el Rio – Snow Balderas Edit
8. Marioh Barh – Siente El Mashete – Eddie Boy Hype Edit
9. La Sonora Dinamita – El Africano – Snow Balderas Edit
10. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee – Despacito – Major Lazer & Moska Remix
11. DJ Nelson – Que No Pare El Bailoteo – DJ Santarosa Moombahton Bootleg
12. La Sonora Dinamita – Mil Horas – Santarosa Hype Edit
13. Los Del Rio – Macarena – Billy The Kit Remix
14. El Chevo – Tu Ta Loca – Santarosa & Thombs Remix
15. Mark B – Que Buena Esta La Fiesta – DJ Santarosa 102-132 Transition
16. Alan Rosales – Pasito Perron
17. Deorro ft. Elvis Crespo & Pitbull – Bailar Remix – DJ Santarosa Hype Intro

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Related: Texas’ DJ Elements Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

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Friday, June 9, 2017

Watch Fifth Harmony’s ‘Down’ Video Ft. Gucci Mane

Fifth Harmony has shared a video for their new single “Down” featuring Gucci Mane. The neon-lit visual features the quartet showing off their dance skills in different parts of a motel.

The track, which currently sits at No. 3 on DJcity’s Hot Box chart, is the lead single off Fifth Harmony’s upcoming album. It also marks the group’s first release since Camila Cabello‘s departure in 2016.

Watch the video above and download “Down” on DJcity.

Related: Watch Machine Gun Kelly’s ‘Trap Paris’ Video Ft. Quavo and Ty Dolla $ign

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