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Monday, April 24, 2017

Lawyer-Turned-Radio Host Launches DJ School in Africa

Gesh Groove

Gesh Groove, a lawyer-turned-DJ and radio entrepreneur, has launched a DJ academy in the southern African nation of Zambia.

Born Chishala Chitoshi, Gesh practiced law for 10 years before leaving to pursue his passion of being a DJ and radio host. In 2008, he helped launch Flava FM and made a name for himself.

Four years later, Gesh started The DJ Academy Zambia to pass on his experience and leave a legacy. His school teaches people the skills needed to have a successful career, including both the technical and business sides of DJing.

“The misconception about DJing I think needs be thrown out of the window,” Gesh says in an interview with BBC World News. “This idea of just saying somebody just needs to play music and get drunk; it’s not about that.”

Watch BBC’s video above.

Related: New Documentary Searches for Africa’s Best Nightclub

| DJ Culture, Videos
Monday, April 24, 2017

First Look: Serato Sample

Serato Sample

Producers have been eager to get their hands on Serato Sample ever since its introduction last week. The plugin is currently in private beta, though, which means that not everyone who applies will be accepted.

Thankfully, Mojaxx has given a “first look” at Sample to provide an overview of its features and clear up any confusion.

Watch above and apply for the beta on Serato’s website.

Related: Serato Announces Public Beta for New Sampler Plugin

| Music Tech, Videos
Music Production, Serato,
Sunday, April 23, 2017

Denver’s SpydaT.E.K Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

SpydaT.E.K

SpydaT.E.K, a Mad Decent artist and remixer for DJcity’s Puro Pari series, has served up a half hour of Latin-influenced dance music and more for the DJcity Podcast. His high-energy set, which was recorded in one take, includes three unreleased tracks and one of his own remixes. Catch Spyda every Monday night on SiriusXM’s Globalization channel.

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Tracklist:

1. Pirates Of The Caribbean – Rumba – 12″ Mix
2. Buraka Som Sistema – Lights Off – KKing Kong Remix
3. Remedy – Kikit
4. As Tequileiras Do Funk & DJ Gasparzinho – Surra de Bunda – Gregor Salto and Sidney Samson Remix
5. Mastiksoul & Afro Bro’s – Dança Do Bumbum
6. Daddy Yankee – Rompe – Zues Jersey Club Remix
7. Selena – Baila Esta Cumbia – 2DLQTZ Jersey Club Remix
8. DJ Otto & Freebot – Mi Gente
9. Ookay – Baquennit
10. Pitbull ft. Stephen Marley – Options – SpydaT.E.K Remix
11. Los Tucanes De Tijuana – Chona Trap Mix – Big Syphe Cinco De Mayo Bootleg
12. Future – Mask Off – Sonido 2DLQTZ Remix
13. Killa & Chucko – Que Le Metan – Original Mix
14. Beauty Brain – Tempo
15. Ivy Queen ft. Gran Omar – Yo Quiero Saber
16. Afro Bros ft. Ghetto Flow – 18+ – Spanish Version
17. Rathero – Secreto
18. Munchi – Esta Noche
19. Drake – Madiba Riddim
20. Emms – Het Is Een Feit – Sambo Remix
21. Jenn Morel – Ponteme
22. 2DLQTZ – Ramon Ayalas Turn Up

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Related: California’s DJ Zay Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

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DJcity Latino Mix, SpydaT.E.K,
Saturday, April 22, 2017

Wax Motif Remixes Major Lazer’s ‘Run Up’

Wax Motif

Wax Motif
Wax Motif at Holy Ship! 2016. (Photo credit: Oh Dag Yo)

There isn’t a shortage of remixes of Major Lazer‘s latest anthem, “Run Up.” The PartyNextDoor and Nicki Minaj-assisted single has been flipped over a dozen times since January. However, Wax Motif‘s new rework is one of the standouts. The Australian native has transformed the dancehall track into a completely new tune, with trap buildups and house drops.

Stream the remix below and download it on DJcity.

Related: Sak Noel Drops Major Lazer and Maroon 5 Remixes

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Major Lazer, Nicki Minaj, PartyNextDoor, Remix, Wax Motif,
Friday, April 21, 2017

Watch DJ First Choice’s ‘Bedroom Sessions’ Set

DJ First Choice

DJ First Choice, a mixer on New York’s influential Power 105.1, has dropped an East Coast hip-hop routine for DJcityTV’s Bedroom Sessions. In addition to rocking the airwaves and celebrity-filled events, First Choice also contributes to DJcity Trends.

Tracklist:

1. Big Pun ft. Fat Joe – Twinz (Deep Cover ’98)
2. Fat Joe & Remy Ma ft. Kent Jones – Spaghetti
3. Onyx – Throw Ya Gunz
4. Casanova ft. Fabolous, Young MA, Dave East, & Don Q – Don’t Run Remix
5. Junior M.A.F.I.A. – Get Money
6. Junior M.A.F.I.A ft. Lil Cease – Crush – Acapella
7. Uncle Murda ft. Young M.A. & Dios Moreno – Thot
8. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie ft. DJ Spinking – Timeless
9. The Notorious B.I.G. – Warning
10. Manolo Rose – Ball Drop
11. Fabolous ft. Lil Uzi Vert – Goyard Bag

Follow DJ First Choice on Facebook, Instagram, Mixcloud, and Twitter.

Do you have what it takes to be featured in the next “Bedroom Sessions” episode? Send a sample video to brs@djcity.com.

Related: Watch Knox’s ‘Bedroom Sessions’ Routine

| DJcityTV, Mixes, Turntablism, Videos
Bedroom Sessions, DJ First Choice, Routine,
Friday, April 21, 2017

Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: April 21

Big Syphe
Big Syphe

Justin Timberlake ft. Timbaland – Sexy Back – DJ Smerk Coco Puffs Bootleg
JT’s 2006 smash gets blended with Black Caviar’s house single.

Gucci Mane ft. Drake & Lil Wayne – Both Remix
Weezy hops on the official remix of Gucci and Drizzy’s anthem.

Rupee – Tempted To Touch – Tuner Remix
A moombahton rework of the soca singer’s timeless classic.

Aniceto Molina – Cumbia Cienaguera – Big Syphe & Julian R Puro Pari Bootleg
Molina’s cumbia classic gets flipped at 125 BPM. (DJcity exclusive)

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Featured on DJcity earlier this week:

– Major Lazer (ft. PartyNextDoor & Konshens) – Run Up – Sak Noel, Salvi, & Arpa Remix
– Maroon 5 ft. Future – Cold – Sak Noel Remix

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

Related: Must-Play Tracks for the Weekend: April 14

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