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Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Pioneer DJ XDJ-1000MK2 Review

Pioneer DJ XDJ-1000MK2

Pioneer DJ’s XDJ-1000 was an important step forward for the company in a couple of ways.

For starters, it was the first player to ship without a CD drive, relying solely on playback from a USB drive or connected computer. It was also Pioneer’s first player to include a touchscreen for advanced features like Beat Jump and full QWERTY keyboard search.

Nearly two years later, the company released the XDJ-1000MK2, which at first glance appears to be similar, but has some improvements under the hood.

On this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx looks at the XDJ-1000MK2 and determines if the new features are worth the upgrade.

Related: Pioneer DJ Introduces DDJ-SZ2 Controller

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Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Mister Remix and Rockwell Scratch With KidCutUp’s ‘Podcast Battle Breaks’

Mister Remix

Battle Ave‘s Mister Remix and DJ Rockwell throw down with KidCutUp‘s “Podcast Battle Breaks” scratch sentence.

Related: DSTRUKT Scratches With KidCutUp’s ‘Podcast Battle Breaks’

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Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Pioneer DJ Introduces DDJ-SZ2 Controller

Pioneer DJ DDJ-SZ2

Pioneer DJ DDJ-SZ2

Pioneer DJ has introduced the DDJ-SZ2, a new four-channel controller that adds dedicated controls for Serato DJ’s latest features.

DJcity’s Mojaxx says, “With Serato’s support for Pioneer’s NXS2 range of hardware, the release of the SZ2 is another positive sign that the relationship between the two companies is still strong and will continue.”

In addition to native support for Serato DJ, the SZ2 includes the following key features:

– CDJ-style setup
– Dual USB port for smooth DJ changeovers
– Magvel crossfader
– High-quality sound
– Professional performance features and FX

The suggested retail price is $1,999 / €2099.

Watch Pioneer’s introductory video below and learn more about the SZ2 on their website.

Related: First Look: Pioneer DJ’s DJM-TOUR1 and CDJ-TOUR1

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Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Texas’ DJ QD Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

DJ QD

DJ QD, a competitor in the 2013 Red Bull Thre3style Austin Qualifier, has dropped 30 minutes of twerk and house for the DJcity Podcast. QD currently holds residencies at Barcelona and Bungalow in Austin.

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Tracklist:

1. DJ QD – Intro
2. Pittbull – Can’t Have – Instrumental
3. Ying Yang Twins ft. Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz – Salt Shaker – Master HP Remix
4. Big Sean – Bounce Back – Kidd Spin Acap Intro
5. Sia ft. Kendrick Lamar – The Greatest – Kameo Remix
6. Kiiara – Gold – Mister Gray Bootleg
7. Ariana Grande ft. Nicki Minaj – Side To Side – DJ Break Remix
8. Pitbull ft. Flo Rida & LunchMoney Lewis – Greenlight – IamChino Remix
9. Nina Sky – Champion Lover – Lady Bee Remix
10. Twenty One Pilots – Heathens – KidCutUp Kling Klang Bootleg
11. Tory Lanez – LUV – Jason Imanuel Remix
12. R. Kelly & Jay-Z – Take You Home With Me A.K.A. Body – DJ Valid Remix
13. Destiny’s Child – Lose My Breath – DJ Smerk Taped Up Heart Bootleg
14. Daya – Sit Still, Look Pretty – R!OT Remix
15. Maroon 5 – Don’t Wanna Know – Mark Anthony vs San Holo Next Episode Bootleg
16. Aaliyah – Rock The Boat – DJ Valid Remix
17. G.U.R.U. & Blinkie – B’Donk
18. Rihanna – Sex With Me – Serafin Remix
19. Gnash ft. Olivia O’Brien – I Hate U, I Love U – PBH & Jack Shizzle Remix
20. The Chainsmokers – Closer – Kahikko & Jespr Remix
21. Drake – Fake Love – Scissors Remix
22. Rae Sremmurd ft. Gucci Mane – Black Beatles – James Hype Remix
23. Blackstreet – No Diggity – Danny T Remix
24. Dirty Audio ft. Ying Yang Twins & Mr Collipark – Fast Forward
25. Jroll ft. Keno – Make Dat Ass
26. DJ Nino Brown ft. Future Fambo – Booty Clap
27. Usher ft. Ludacris & Lil Jon – Yeah – Madness Remix

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Related: Los Angeles’ DJ Oggy Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

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Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Top 30 Remixes, Bootlegs and Edits of 2016

KidCutUp

KidCutUp
KidCutUp in the mix at Rips Bar in Phoenix on Nov. 2, 2016. (photo: Jennifer Ann Marie)

Last week, DJcity revealed its most downloaded tracks of 2016. Today, we dive deeper to uncover the most popular remixes, bootlegs, and edits of the year.

The Tall Boys, DJ Valid, and DJ Smerk received the most entries with three apiece, while Kidd Spin, Tuner, and KidCutUp tied for second place with two entries each.

Check out the top 30 below.

 
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Related: Top 30 Remixes, Bootlegs and Edits of 2015

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Monday, December 19, 2016

Trayze Performs With Roland and Serato’s DJ-808 Controller, Part 1

Trayze

In September, Roland and Serato unveiled their new DJ-808 controller during a special 24-hour live stream event. To showcase the device, the companies called on Red Bull Thre3style US Champion Trayze to throw down a set.

Thankfully, those who missed the stream can watch Trayze perform the same routine in a new video filmed at Serato’s New York studio. Check it out above and stay tuned for part two.

Tracklist:

1. Eddie Kendricks – Day By Day
2. Lil Wayne – Let The Beat Build
3. Lil Wayne ft. Mannie Fresh – Go DJ
4. Mssingno – XE3 (Wheathin Turn)
5. Bassnectar ft. Mighty High Coup – The 808 Track
6. Clipse ft. Kelis & Pharrell – When the Last Time
7. Tropkillaz & Buku – Follow The Beat – Trayze 909 Day Edit
8. Faith Evans – Love Like This
9. Beyonce ft. Sean Paul – Baby Boy – Trayze 909 Day Edit
10. AlunaGeorge – You Know You Like It – DJ Snake Remix

Related: Serato Releases Serato DJ 1.9.5

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