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Beatsource Launches First-Ever Licensed DJ Edits

As DJs, we know how important it is to have versions like intro edits and instrumentals in your arsenal. That’s why our friends at Beatsource have teamed up with Create Music Group and EMPIRE to offer exclusive DJ versions of thousands of tracks from their catalog in the Beatsource LINK music streaming service for open-format DJs. The versions include “intro edits,” whereby approximately 15 to 30 seconds of the instrumentals are added to the beginning and end of the track to facilitate easier mixing. Instrumentals and acapellas will also be available.
The collaboration is the first step in Beatsource’s broader initiative to authorize and monetize DJ edits for streaming, which has never been done before in the music industry. The initiative will provide DJs with official DJ versions while introducing new revenue streams and data for artists and labels.
Beatsource’s President, Brian “DJ Quickie” Wong, says:
“While streaming has saved the music industry from over a decade of declining revenues, DJs were left out of this wave of innovation because they were never officially provided with the content they need. … Not only does this collaboration create, for the first time, an authorized and monetized channel to stream DJ edits, but artists will gain unprecedented insight into how DJs are playing their music … We can now track things like how many plays a song is getting in the clubs, who played it, and performed to what size audience. This information was never aggregated until our forward-thinking partners at EMPIRE and Create helped challenge the music supply chain to better serve the most important tastemaker in the industry, the DJ.”
Create Music Group’s EVP of Operations, George Karalexis, comments:
“Alongside the rise of streaming we’ve seen a striking downturn in the tools and resources that music creators and record labels offer to open-format DJs, an extremely important group of tastemakers that can really help to break new artists. In order to re-engage this vital part of the music promotion ecosystem, we’ve opened up our catalog to Beatsource who have tailor-made a huge catalog of custom mixes and edits for their vast network of DJs. We look forward to continuing to collaborate with them as our catalog grows and their network of DJs expands.”
EMPIRE’s Founder and CEO, Ghazi, adds:
“EMPIRE’s focus on innovation through technology has transformed providing independent music to the world … and the support of the DJs as tastemakers and record breakers has been integral to our success. We know these tools are essential to DJs, and this partnership with Beatsource will ensure that our most dedicated supporters have access to the right content to continue making an impact with our artists. Salute the DJ.”
Create Music Group and EMPIRE have mined deep into their catalogs, identifying some of their most popular tracks, and assembled a variety of DJ edits exclusively for Beatsource. Tracks included in the first wave of edits include hits by Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Rich The Kid, Anderson Paak, Tory Lanez, the Insomniac Records catalog, and more.
Beatsource is currently engaged with the major labels to ensure their content is included as licensed DJ edits by April. In the meantime, hits from Create Music Group and EMPIRE are now available exclusively to Beatsource LINK and DJcity subscribers.
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‘TBT Hits’ Feat. Slick Rick, Donell Jones, and More

Slick Rick
Check out this week’s edition of Beatsource’s TBT Hits list below:
Slick Rick – Children’s Story
One of the most sampled hip-hop records of all time by the legendary NY rapper.
Donell Jones ft. Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes – U Know What’s Up
This ’90s R&B track sets a feel-good vibe with its uptempo pace and a feature from the late female MC.
Enur ft. Natasja – Calabria 2007
A reggae fusion dance track that’s instantly recognizable thanks to its melody and horns.
Rick Springfield – Jessie’s Girl
This 80’s pop-rock classic reached No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100.
Calle 13 ft. Edgar Abraham – Atrevete-Te-Te
This reggaeton-cumbia anthem peaked at No. 15 on Billboard’s Hot Latin chart.
Ce’Cile – Hot Like That
A mid-2000s track released on the Leftside & Esco-produced ‘Throwback Giggy’/ ‘Mama’ Riddim.
DJcity‘s subscription service focuses on new music, especially exclusive remixes, bootlegs, and edits. Beatsource, however, offers millions of new and old tracks, as well as hundreds of playlists for DJs. To highlight its extensive catalog of classics, Beatsource launched the weekly series TBT Hits. The list is compiled by Beatsource curators DJ Drew, DJ Majestik, DJames, and DC.
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‘TBT Hits’ Feat. JLo, Daddy Yankee, and More

JLo
Check out this week’s edition of Beatsource’s TBT Hits list below:
Young Gunz – Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop
A 2000s hit with a DJ-favorite instrumental by the Roc-A-Fella Records duo.
Jennifer Lopez ft. Fabolous – Get Right
This catchy party record by the singer features funky horns and a verse from Fabulous.
Twisted Sister – We’re Not Gonna Take It
This classic from the ’80s hair band is their only Top 40 hit.
Gina G – Ooh Aah… Just a Little Bit
The Australian singer’s debut single which peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Daddy Yankee – Ella Me Levanto
This late 2000s record combined salsa and reggaeton to spawn “salsatón”.
Konshens – Gal A Bubble (Radio Version)
A must-play dancehall anthem from the early 2010s.
DJcity‘s subscription service focuses on new music, especially exclusive remixes, bootlegs, and edits. Beatsource, however, offers millions of new and old tracks, as well as hundreds of playlists for DJs. To highlight its extensive catalog of classics, Beatsource launched the weekly series TBT Hits. The list is compiled by Beatsource curators DJ Drew, DJ Majestik, DJames, and DC.
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Beatsource Launches ‘VIP Crates’ Curated by World’s Top DJs

Today Beatsource announced the launch of VIP Crates, an on-going series of playlists curated by the world’s most influential DJs. Compiled exclusively for Beatsource, the playlists give insight into which tracks grace the sets of top tastemaker DJs worldwide.
To kick off the series, Beatsource has called upon a diverse group of open-format DJs from hot spots like Los Angeles, London, Las Vegas, Miami, and beyond. They include:
- Lil Jon, GRAMMY award-winning multi-platinum artist
- Tay James, Justin Bieber’s tour DJ
- DJ Amen, music director at LA’s REAL 92.3 and DJ for San Francisco 49ers
- ZHU, GRAMMY-nominated artist
- Walshy Fire, member of Major Lazer
- DJ EFN, co-host of Drinks Champs podcast
- Craig David, GRAMMY-nominated multi-platinum artist
- Charlie Sloth, host of Apple Music 1’s Charlie Sloth Rap Show
- Joel Corry, platinum artist
- Nathan Dawe, platinum artist
- James Hype, platinum artist
- DJ Javin, mixer at SiriusXM’s Globalization and Phoenix’s Power 98.3
Beatsource board member, A-Trak, says:
“VIP Crates is a perfect example of Beatsource’s brilliance. DJing is more than just keeping up with the newest releases and knowing the classics. Every DJ has their own personal go-to’s, those tracks that never leave the crates even though they never charted. Weapons, tools. Being able to tap into that with a subscription is huge.”
Kidd Spin, Beatsource’s head of curation, adds:
“DJs are often curious as to what other DJs are playing in their sets. Clubs and live shows are far and few between these days, so there’s virtually no way to know what our favorite DJs are currently into or being influenced by without a direct connection. VIP Crates gives insight into what top tastemaker DJs are feeling right now, and the varying playlists show great diversity – from all genres, eras, and styles.”
Edwin Paredes, Beatsource’s chief content officer, also commented:
“The groundswell of support we’ve received from these enormously successful artists and DJs wanting to be a part of our initial rollout of VIP Crates has been amazing. We’re looking forward to adding more influential tastemakers to the VIP Crates mix in the coming months.”
The playlists are available on the Beatsource LINK music streaming service for open-format DJs.
Browse VIP Crates here.
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‘TBT Hits’ Feat. Mary J. Blige, U2, and More

Mary J. Blige
Check out this week’s edition of Beatsource’s TBT Hits list below:
Puff Daddy ft. The Notorious B.I.G. & Busta Rhymes – Victory
A ’90s Bad Boy classic featuring the last verses ever recorded by Biggie.
Mary J. Blige – Just Fine
A feel-good, uptempo track by the R&B queen that peaked at No. 21 on Billboard Hot 100.
U2 – New Year’s Day
The Irish band’s first hit single in the UK that catapulted them into commercial success.
Diplo, GTA – Boy Oh Boy
The three producers sampled Missy Elliot’s “Work It” for a big room and moombahton banger.
Wisin & Yandel – Ahora Es
This reggaeton track by the duo won ASCAP’s 2009 Urban Record of the Year.
Kabaka Pyramid – New Year
The reggae artist’s classic track on the Green Lion Crew-produced “More Spiritual” riddim.
DJcity‘s subscription service focuses on new music, especially exclusive remixes, bootlegs, and edits. Beatsource, however, offers millions of new and old tracks, as well as hundreds of playlists for DJs. To highlight its extensive catalog of classics, Beatsource launched the weekly series TBT Hits. The list is compiled by Beatsource curators DJ Drew, DJ Majestik, DJames, and DC.
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‘TBT Hits’ Feat. Al Green, Kurtis Blow, and More

Al Green
Check out this week’s edition of Beatsource’s TBT Hits below:
Kurtis Blow – Christmas Rappin‘
The New York rapper delivered the first Christmas rap ever, a funky holiday classic.
Al Green – White Christmas
The soul legend’s upbeat twist on the timeless Christmas record.
The Waitresses – Christmas Wrapping
An unusual Christmas track by the new wave band that fits this unusual year.
Party Favor – Wawa (Xmas Edition)
Tone play flips this bass-heavy record into a holiday-friendly track.
Luis Miguel – Noche De Paz
The Mexican singer offers his grand rendition of the timeless record “Silent Night.”
Yellowman – Santa Claus Never Comes to the Ghetto
A standout from the reggae artist’s Christmas album, A Very, Very Yellow Christmas.
DJcity‘s subscription service focuses on new music, especially exclusive remixes, bootlegs, and edits. Beatsource, however, offers millions of new and old tracks, as well as hundreds of playlists for DJs. To highlight its extensive catalog of classics, Beatsource launched the weekly series TBT Hits. The list is compiled by Beatsource curators DJ Drew, DJ Majestik, DJames, and DC.
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