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Satoru: Must-Have Items in My DJ Bag

Satoru

Satoru

As Music Director, Satoru is a key part of DJcity UK‘s team. The Newcastle native is also an active club DJ and can be found rocking clubs from England to Japan on a regular basis. Below are five essential items that he always carries in his DJ bag.

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D-Link 4-Port USB Hub

“I prefer HID mode over control CDs, so this is essential for connecting CDJs to my laptop. It’s quite compact, and I can charge my phone at the same time, too.”

Wrigley’s Extra Peppermint Gum

“Clubs are loud, and you probably sip on liquor when you’re there. When it comes to exchanging words with another human being, proximities get close and so does your breath. Keep it fresh!”

Fader Caps

“We’ve all been there: you walk into the club only to find that all of the fader caps on the mixer are missing. It’s a nightmare. It doesn’t happen to me very much anymore, but I bring caps just in case.”

Mpow Clip-On Wide Angle Lens

“Who needs a GoPro? Clip this baby onto your iPhone and get some dope wide-angle shots of the club and crowd.”

Nurofen

“If I’m in another city or have a loose schedule, I usually stick around the club and have a jolly good ‘ole time after my set. Hotel checkout times aren’t hangover-friendly, so it’s handy to have some painkillers around for the morning. Be prepared!”

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DJcity and Splice Release ‘Bootleg Bodega, Volume 3’ Sample Pack

Tall Boys

Tall Boys
Tall Boys

DJcity and Splice have kicked off the new year with the third installment of their Bootleg Bodega sample pack series.

The packs, which are curated by DJcity’s Tall Boys, contain sounds geared towards open-format DJs.

The third volume features sounds from KSHMR, Ekali, Medasin, Deekline, among others.

Download the pack and get two months of free access to Splice Sounds here (use promo code DJCITY3).

Watch below to see the Tall Boys demonstrate how they produced their “Bad & Boujee” edit, which makes use of the sample pack.

Related: DJcity and Splice Release ‘Bootleg Bodega, Volume 2’ Sample Pack

Major Lazer Teams With PartyNextDoor and Nicki Minaj for New Single, ‘Run Up’

Major Lazer

Major Lazer
Major Lazer with PartyNextDoor. (Source: Instagram)

Major Lazer has recruited PartyNextDoor and Nicki Minaj for “Run Up,” a radio-friendly track that blends dancehall, R&B, and hip-hop. It is the third single off the group’s upcoming album, Music Is the Weapon.

Stream it below and download it on DJcity. The instrumental and acapella are also available.

Related: Watch Major Lazer and Showtek’s ‘Believer’ Video

Watch Jahlil Beats Make a Beat With Random Records

Jahlil Beats

Mass Appeal has returned with a new episode of Rhythm Roulette, this time calling on Roc Nation producer Jahlil Beats.

The series challenges producers to make a beat by sampling three random records, chosen from a record store while blindfolded.

A native of Pennsylvania, Jahlil is best known for producing street anthems like Meek Mill’s “Ima Boss” and Bobby Shmurda’s “Hot N#gga.” He has also worked with superstars like Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Diddy, and Rick Ross.

Watch above to see Jahlil make a track with LPs that he picked up at Repo Records, one of Philadelphia’s oldest vinyl stores.

Related: Watch Salaam Remi Make a Beat With Random Records

No More Broken Faders

Tips and Tricks

Rane’s magnetic faders are a favorite among many DJs and turntablists, but some people break the stems from time to time. While the company’s customer support is legendary, Infinity Faders offers an aftermarket upgrade that prevents them from snapping.

On this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a look at the “unbreakable” Infinity Fader.

Related: Customizing Your DJ Gear: Knobs and Fader Caps

DJ Vice and Travis Barker Go on a Taco Run

Vice has returned with the first episode of season 2 of Electric Taco featuring Travis Barker. The Southern California native touched on numerous topics including his start with Blink 182, learning how to DJ, and how he balances his busy lifestyle.

Watch above as the two catch up and make their way to Hugo’s in Agoura Hills, California.

Related: DJ Vice and Mario Lopez Go on a Taco Run

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