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DJ Tony Vegas, A-Trak, Craze On DMC & Turntablism

August 24, 2009August 24, 2009

URB drops an insightful group interview/conference call with past DMC world champion DJ’s A-Trak, Tony Vegas, and Craze. Definitely a must read for anyone who has ever been a fan of competitive DJ’ing, the discussion covers many topics including DMC politics, best and worst battle memories, the changing nature of team competitions, impact of technology, … Read more

Another Beat Swap Meet (Trailer)

February 2, 2010August 22, 2009

More footage of the vinyl fun taking place at LA’s Beat Swap Meet. The next event takes place September 13th.

See event flyer after the break!

Illmind Breaks Down Blaps w/ MixtapeMonster

August 21, 2009

Illmind explains the term “blap”, working with DJ Dub MD on Blaps, Rhymes & Life, the overwhelming success of the project, and upcoming plans for the mixtape series. [via Illmind]

Moog Desktop Wallpaper (Download)

August 21, 2009

Even those who don’t own one of Bob Moog’s synthesizers know that just looking at one of his creations can inspire creative thoughts and actions. Celebrate the legacy of Moog with wallpaper depicting the Moog Voyager, guitar, icon, and the founder himself. Download: Moog Wallpaper

Erick Sermon Interview w/ Tony Touch

August 21, 2009

Erick Sermon visits Tony Touch to talk about the classic records, changes in the music industry, his evolution as a producer, and the challenges of building a career music. Sermon also reveals his feelings about NY hip-hop and and the behind his move to Atlanta.

ceeFrenzy For iPhone Provides Pocket Vinyl Price Guide

December 5, 2009August 21, 2009

Out of date vinyl price guides are no match for the constantly fluctuating prices of hot items. The iPhone app ceeFrenzy attempts to take some of the guesswork out assessing the current value of vinyl by gathering data from completed E-Bay sales. Of course, E-Bay prices are certainly not an ideal measure of total value, … Read more

DJ Mouse Creates Instant “Professional” DJ’s

August 21, 2009

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It truly doesn’t get much crazier than an all-in-one mouse/DJ solution. With the trailer promising that anyone can “be a professional DJ in one minute without the science of mixing music”, DJ’ing in a box has been taken to the ultimate level.

I’m sure that I’m not the only one having difficulty taking the DJ Mouse seriously, but I’ve got to give the company, DJ-Tech, an a nod for including a mousepad designed to resemble a turnable. Unfortunately, the glowing instant scratch button just takes the concept way too far.

DJ Mouse Includes:

DJ Scratch Mat (optimized for scratch performance)
DJ Mouse
Deckadance software

Hit up DJ-Tech for complete details and ordering.

[via Oh Gizmo]

Demo video after the break!

Audiophiles! Documentary Explains Sound Obsession

August 20, 2009

Colin Robertson explores the strange world of the sound quality obsessive in his student documentary Audiophiles! In their own words, a number of self-proclaimed audiophiles explain the different types of listeners and how their love of music is the driving force behind their pursuit of superior sound quality.

Propellerhead Producers Conference Fall 2009 Dates

December 5, 2009August 20, 2009

Reason users and general Propellerhead fans will definitely want to check out the The Producers Conference if in the area. With tickets available for only $30, serious producers will find that the insights gained from the presenting composers, designers, and engineers will be more than worth low price of admission. Recently Announced Dates: September 5 … Read more

Grandmaster Flash Shows Early Party Locations

August 20, 2009

Turntable pioneer Grandmaster Flash gives a tour of his early party locations, including an apartment with a trap door and his first large park jam.

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