In case you missed them when we first mentioned them a few years back, Kev Brown has once again made Commentary Volumes 1 (2005) and 2 (2007) available again for the public. The coffee and 151 induced collections feature Kev revealing the background, history, and creation of his favorite instrumentals using an MPC 2000XL. Both … Read more
The Cut drops the full version of DJ Revolutions interview with DJ Crazy Toones, Ice Cube’s longtime tour DJ. Crazy Toones breaks down the relations among Dub C, Ice Cube, WC, Sir Jinx, Dr. Dre, DJ Aladdin, and Coolio as the formation of CIA Crew, NWA, ,The Maad Circle and more.
DJ Khaled talks to Al Lindstrom about his New Orleans roots and eventually eventual migration to Florida. Khaled also goes into his experience with street teams, meeting with Fat Joe, and the benefits of hard work.
Diamond D of the legendary D.I.T.C. crew fires off a quick promo for his upcoming 45 only DJ tour. The video features the producer spinning doubles of The Meters “Hand Clapping Song.” Legendary Producer and DJ, Diamond D recently embarked on a worldwide DJ tour. Thrilling crowds with his sets, playing only 45’s.
247HH talks with DJ Jazzy Jeff talks about witnessing the beginning of hip-hop, Philadelphia’s focus on the DJ, and the strengths and weaknesses of DJ’s using Serato. I started DJ’ing pretty much before hip-hop. Serato has kinda made a lot of people play the exact same way.
Black Milk provides musical direction to his live band before sitting down with Okayplayer for an interview to discuss Detroit, inspiration for his music, and the influence of Dilla.
DJ Premier runs down his list of titles before answering a bunch of somewhat personal, questions such as his all-star concert lineup, personal hero, and favorite place to be alone.
Producer Teddy Riley discusses reuniting Blackstreet for another album, the untold story behind the creation of “No Diggity”, issues that prevented Guy from resurfacing, and using Auto-Tune as a replacement for talent. We’re not the Auto-Tune group. Our sound, we don’t need Auto-Tune to be on key.
Pound Magazine caught up with Black Milk to talk about his first equipment, early beats, snatching open drums from J Dilla, and first hearing his music on the radio. He also talks about pursuing music production while working in stock rooms and restaurants, then finally receiving his break into the music business. Interesting Fact: Black … Read more
Joshua Pablo Rosenstock offers up his personal, slightly odd Shrine To The Funky Drummer, an experimental film documenting all aspects of James Brown’s classic drum break. From personal interpretations of the break to its use in DJ’ing & turntablism, production, and crate digging, the film features clips of prominent producers, artists, and DJ’s such as Rob … Read more