Distortion 2 Static interviews DJ Jazzy Jeff and Skillz to discuss the classic DJ/MC combination, touring together, DJ Hero, and paying tribute to Michael Jackson.
Here’s a thought for anyone considering the purchase an Akai MPC2500. Akai plans to release a Special Edition MPC2500SE sampler/sequencer that will be available in white with carbon paneling and come equipped with 128MB RAM and a CD-R drive pre-installed.
The Akai MPC2500SE is slated for early 2010 availability.
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Illmind discusses first learning to make beats at 13 and deciding to pursue music as a career around the age of 20. He also talks about his Blaps, Rhymes, & Life mixtape series and the importance of producer showcases such as Beat Society and his own BLAP.
‘Tis the season for deals and giveaways. Sonar manufacturer Cakewalk has offered its SFZ+ and Square I synths plus its Audio FX series of effects plug-ins to anyone willing to take the time to download them from the Cakewalk store. Grab them while you can as there appear to be a limited number of registration … Read more
Big Quarters (Brandon Allday and Medium Zach) are offering free hip-hop songwriting and production classes to anyone in the Minneapolis area ages 16-19. The classes, which take place every Wednesday from January 13th to May 26th at Hope Community, even include studio time for those who are interested.
Contact Brandon for more info.
Big Quarters also recently appeared in an interview with MTVmusic. From their use of innovative subscription based music distribution to their active involvement in local music and community events, you’ve got to love what these guys are doing.
See Part 2 of their MTVmusic feature after the break!
Soulman returns! The man behind World of Beats and Archaeologists Classics returns to deliver a double dose of professional crate digging to his legion of eager listeners. Beautiful and Come To Me Softly, two new mixes that were released within days of each, highlight a number of Soulman’s personal phych rock, jazz, and soul favorites. Beautiful: Just playing a … Read more
Current TV takes a tour of the Detroit hip-hop scene with Guilty Simpson, Black Milk, and more. Highlights include studio footage, thoughts on the significance of J Dilla, and vinyl shopping with Black Milk at The Record Collector, one of his favorite Detroit record stores.
DJ’s Revolution and Premier pay tribute to Grandmaster Roc Raida and DJ AM while performing side-by-side in Zurich, Switzerland.
Thanksgiving deal time is heating up and Propellerhead Software steps in to further sweeten the pot. If you’ve been putting off the purchase of Reason, Record Reason Duo, Reason Academic or Record Reason Duo Student/Teacher, now may be the time to make a move. New owners who purchase and register before the end of December … Read more
Ever received a strange look from a seasoned music enthusiast when referring to the Moog synthesizer or its creator? Bob Moog explains the Dutch, German, and English versions of the surname, then tells reasons for his preferred pronunciation.