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Ryan Leslie “Just Right” In-Studio Footage

October 20, 2008

Ryan Leslie takes us into the studio for the recording of "Just Right". Always what you’ve come to expect from one of his in-studio clips… he provides us with some footage of the drums foundation, guitar work, and various synths including a Yamaha Motif.

Crate Kings Vol. 3 – Homage To A Misspent Youth (Download)

October 23, 2008October 20, 2008

It’s about that time… once again our loyal readers banded together and created another collection of original instrumentals. Crate Kings Vol. 3: Homage To A Misspent Youth takes a shot at reinterpreting retro video games, movies, and TV shows.

As always, done strictly for the love, each Crate Kings volume features the original production and mixing from site readers, producers, and beatmakers who craft beats with the sole intent of pushing boundaries and playing with sound.

Download: via Megaupload or Zshare

Further indulge in Crate Kings Vol. 1 and 2

Back cover + tracklist after the jump.

Acid Pro 7 Announced By Sony

October 20, 2008

Users of Sony Acid will be glad to know that an update is soon on the way with the release of Sony Acid Pro 7. No specifics yet on the availability of the updated release, but it’s nice to know that the added features are "coming soon." Updated Feature Include: Audio and MIDI mixing console … Read more

Roc Raida’s Party Rockin’ Turntablism

October 20, 2008

There’s a time and a place for cutting and scratching… Roc Raida knows both very well. Here’s footage of the DMC title holder and his beat juggling madness.

Damu The Fudgemunk – Madison Park Footage

October 20, 2008

If you didn’t get a chance to make it to Damu The Fudgemunk’s recent trek into NYC’s Madison Square Park, then here’s a little footage of the event.

Technics Headshell Bottle Opener + Keychain Combo

October 19, 2008

Yet another way to show your true DJ colors and appreciation for all things vinyl and turntable-like. For under $15 you can have your very own Technics keyring/bottlecap opener and finally offer completion to an already overgrown collection of DJ related accessories.

Blackout Movement On Ragged Road – Hook Writing + Construction

October 19, 2008

The Ragged Road series features five students traveling around the country while meeting various recording industry pros. DJ Don P, Blackout, and Styles of production crew Blackout Movement (UGK, Omarion, Mims) are featured in the Miami episode as they give thoughts on production and hook construction.

Moka Only Studio Tour + Gear Madness

October 19, 2008October 18, 2008

Well… Moka Only gets my vote for studio tour of the year/producer interview of the year. No promo nonsense… just a bunch of equipment, musical instruments, and sincere focus on making music and exploring sound. Moka Only actually took the time to show pretty much every device that happened to be lying around his home … Read more

Wax Poetics 31 – MF Doom x Shuggie Otis

February 2, 2010October 17, 2008

Wax Poetics #31 is now available featuring Shuggie Otis and the mysterious metal faced MF Doom on the the cover. Always a good read… this issue promises to be interesting.

Grab the current issue over at the Wax Poetics store.

Shuggie Otis after the jump!

Don Cannon Talks Mixtapes + Voice Tags

October 17, 2008October 17, 2008

Has anyone else had "Cannon… Cannon" echoing in their head at some point? Producer Don Cannon talks about the source of his signature voice tag and dares anybody to figure out the source (rumors place the source at NFL announcer Pat Summerall). He also gives and update about the status of his mixtape legal issues, … Read more