A short documentary follows Japanese DJ’s Hi-C, Yasaa, Co-ma, and Shota prepargin for and performing at the 2009 DMC World DJ Championships. Kireek, which consists of DJ’s Hi-C and Yasaa, ultimately won the team championship despite technical difficulties while DJ Co-ma took second place behind DJ Shiftee. Further proof that hard work and perseverance definitely … Read more
You’ve got to love Keys n Krates‘ unique way of blending DJ’ing, sampling, and live instrumentation. Get Grounded TV interviews the trio during an appearance on the Red Bull Masters of Remix tour as they explain the concept and philosophy behind their music. I just say to my grandmother we take records that you know and … Read more
Boundless Radio interviews New York’s DJ Shiftee to discusses starting as a DJ, rising through the turntablist ranks, and leaving grad to pursue the DMC World Championship.
Appearing live on Scion radio, 45 King runs through a set live set of hip-hop classic samples and drum breaks.
DJ Cut Chemist demonstrates multi-turntable mastery during a DJ workshop at LA’s Freak City. Update: Footage has been updated with extended 20 minute version.
Fretless Fader creator JohnBeez gives an update and explanation of his diabolical hardware creation. In addition to showing off the major/minor switch, he shows how the Fretless Fader has the unique ability to move both up and down an octave. See more of the Fretless Fader demoed here.
A young Jazzy Jay breaks down the art of DJ’ing, the necessary equipment, and, of course, the proper name. What’s my real name? Well, for business purposes I usually don’t tell my real name. I think it’s better for you to have somebody to believe in as Jazzy Jay. Could anyone have said it better?
DJ Revolution performs a live set while artist Chadwick paints in the background. Revolution then goes on to explain how he became involved in DJ’ing and his all time favorite DJ, Jazzy Jeff. This right here is dedicated to all my old school electro-funk heads. For more info from the DJ, read the Crate Kings … Read more
DJ Rob Swift combines scratching and traditional musicianship by playing along to classic vinyl.
DJ Roc Raida and DJ Qbert perform back to back LL Cool J “Rock The Bells” and Herbie Hancock “Rockit” routines at Baltimore’s Ottobar.