Juggs Judy

Dixie, a native Australian has been doing some serious work over there. I've posted a few of his remixes, and now he is working on some originals. I have a teaser below. He teams up with Los Angeles based rapper Tony Madness. It's electro goodness! But here, I have a mix of his posted. Now, while I am usually not inclined to post live sets, Dixie absolutely smashes his set. It's got a real nice mix of electro and house. There's even some dubstep in there. And for those who live under a rock, it's almost summer there (Yes, I said summer). Enjoy!

Dixie - Rock The Fkn Party (Summer Mixtape 2011) Download here

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JayCeeOh Jumpoff

As many know, here in L.A., Power 106 has a special guest dj on Fridays. Last Friday's guest was DJ JayCeeOh. If you are a true Spartytunes fan, you'll know I got to interview him. But as for the mix, it is awesome! It features a nice blend of hip-hop and electronic, while using some of his latest bootlegs! Enjoy!

DJ JayCeeOh - Power 106 Jumpoff Mix

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Cheapshot's Jumpoff Mix

This past weekend DJ Cheapshot was invited to do the famous "Jumpoff Mix" on Power 106 in L.A. This Skam Artist does an awesome job with this one. I promise you will love it. It features all the hits from DJ Vice's remix of "Boomerang" to Mac Miller's "Donald Trump" all the way to "N*ggas In Paris". The only downside to this artwork is that he didn't insert his face like he does on all his others! Oh well! Grab this!

DJ Cheapshot - The Jumpoff Mix

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MikiWar Interview

A few weeks ago, I got the chance to interview MikiWAR at the new Infusion Lounge in L.A. before his set. If you somehow don't know who MikiWAR is, you'll soon learn. MikiWAR has been climbing the ladder of DJ's while doing it in style. MikiWAR is one of the faces of DJCity, MikiDZ Show from DJCity, the former Beezo.net, We Are Royalty Clothing, Project Spin Artists, and now the brand ambassador and monthly resident DJ of the new Infusion Lounge in L.A. MikiWAR credits a lot of people for his success, but I credit the determination he has shown on his self-improvement. Be sure to check out this interview with him and be on the lookout for some big stuff from him! Enjoy!

Spartytunes: What advice do you have for young and aspiring DJ's?

MikiWAR: The good ole advice question... Man that's a tough one for me, because I feel like I'm still a young DJ even though in some eyes people feel I've accomplished a lot. In my mind, there is still much more to do, and that should be the mentality for anyone. You're going to see a lot of things that give you that instant gratification, but it's always about the bigger picture. It's not so much about where your going, but the route you take to get there. I would say the biggest thing is to remember you're doing it for the love and fun, just like in the beginning.

Spartytunes: Can you tell me about Project Spin Artists and how you got affiliated with them?

MikiWAR: Sure. For those who don't know, PSA (Project Spin Artists) is a DJ management company, founded originally by Adam Contreras (@ADAMakaPUN). I think that's how I originally found out about him, on twitter. I saw the name through a close friend then, and now even closer, DJ Eddie Boy. Eddie was dj'ing some great gigs; so I asked him if he was getting any help to be placed at those venues. He introduced me to Adam about a year ago right before I did this cruise ship thing. While I was gone for four weeks, he did a lot of work for me like branding and marketing, and that's what I was missing. It felt like every time I went out of town, even though I was working and getting paid, I was missing something to stay relevant. As silly as it sounds, if you're not in the scene or tweeting as much, people start to forget about you. PSA was that crutch I needed to really keep moving. 

Spartytunes: Now I've been to Infusion San Francisco, but tonight were at Infusion Los Angeles and with it opening up, what is your role?

MikiWAR: You probably know more about Infusion S.F. than I do, but I know they have set an amazing nightlife standard and I'm proud to say I've confirmed my first date up there on September 29th. Being a "Brand Ambassador", it sounds so important... I mean I grew up here in the 818 [L.A. area], and for those who don't know the "Infusion" brand in L.A. is located at Universal City Walk. I grew up here, went to two different high schools to play basketball, so my network expanded early on without thinking how it would help. Now it works out, because since Infusion brand in L.A. is so new, they needed that local face, that local branding that fortunately I've been able to provide. When you walk in you get that Vegas feel, and even though Hollywood is just down the street, coming here you can avoid the crazy traffic and the weird hot dog lady. It is a unique venue, and pretty massive at that; the major plus for me is that the talent is huge. I am a monthly resident along with other great DJ's like Dainjazone and Zeb. Currently are highlighted nights are "Reflex Wednesdays" with DJ Reflex and Fridays. On Fridays, we have a Skam Artist, which is huge, because last Friday we had DJ Five, and it is hard for me to say these words about any DJ, but he is my favorite DJ, hands down. The talent at this venue is second to none and a large part of that goes to E-Rock, S/O (@DjErockSF1), he is the music director, and I have to thank him for getting me involved.

Spartytunes: Tell me about your affiliation with DJCity, and what is coming up?

MikiWAR: DJcity.com originally only sold records and dj products. Long story short, I went to a concert sponsored by Scratch Academy. Soon after, I went over there with the advice of DJ Dainjazone (@DjDainjazone), who I've known since I was about 13 years old. He told me about the place, and I just wanted to check it out. Back then DJCity and the Scratch Academy used to be in the same building. I spent a lot of time in that building past how much they told you to practice and what not. I then went on to be an assistant and intern at DJCity. Some of the S.A. work would come into DJCity and vise verse. I used to package records for DJCity when they would ship them out. I'd help out organizing, and that of course meant we got first dibs on the new records. That was kind of my ulterior motive. I actually used to package records with Kev Nish, of Far East Movement, just to put it in perspective of where they're at, and hopefully where I'm headed. DJ Phenom, who recruited Dainjazone and I into the SpinAddicts, helped start the digital record pool. With the success of that, they wanted a new way to market DJCity. When we first started the show, it was a live audio stream. We would start it in a small chat room on AIM with about 20 of our closest friends. After about four shows, we realized our biggest selling point would be our guest DJ's. So with the help of DJ Phenom (@Phenom_DjCity) and DJ Quickie (@DjQuickie), S/O to them, we had the funds to build 4 [barely] soundproof walls that would be later named the "WARZONE". U-Stream had launched not too long ago, and I figured why not add a visual for our audience, and of course it helped us connect with our audience with the chat room option. The rest it history...

Spartytunes: That perfectly leads me to my next question, what happened to the MikiDZ show?

MikiWAR: It is dearly missed. In the end, for us there never was an end goal. We did this show because we were a fan of these DJ's and it was fun. The show was pure and an amazing experience that we were fortunate enough to share with our peers. There were plenty of DJ's we would have liked to have that could have added a little more, to the resume, but at the same time, we hopped in the U-Stream bubble at the right time, but I think we got out at the right time. It became saturated with a lot of people trying to copy our idea; and I don't want to say copy, because it's flattering to see people using our format, and I support them as well. At the end of the day, we wanted to leave things on top; and I can confidently say we produced collectively one of, if not the greatest DJ show on the web. Looking forward, we have some new things cooking that you guys have seen a little of like DJCityTv.

Spartytunes: Now you have the podcast on Podomatic, iTunes and with that blowing up, how is that going?

MikiWAR: I get goosebumps when I think about it. I check on these things every day like I'm an addict. I have to say that the podcast was originally inspired by DJ Scene (@DjScene) S/O! He really just put me on stats, and how it helps with marketing. Again with the drop of Beezo.net, we hosted our mixtapes there like many others, and DJ Enrie, S/O (@DjEnrie), did a lot of great work. I had to find a new outlet to place my mixes for my following. Podomatic is a blessing. It's a way of expressing myself and showing my creativity that I used to get away with on the MikiDZ show. I use music that I like and don't just put of generic popular tracks together; I actually do all my podcasts live if I'm in town. If I'm not, I'll bust it out on Ableton.

Spartytunes: How did WAR (We Are Royalty) get started?

MikiWAR: It's funny, because everyone thinks I run or own WAR clothing. It has nothing to do with me, but it does. The back story on my name isn't hard to figure out if you know my real name and you speak Spanish. WAR is Guerra, like my last name. And to add to this, I don't know if this is going to be on or off the record (IT'S ON, NO WAY I WAS LEAVING THIS OUT), but Dainjazone wrote me a Valentines card years ago when we were like 14, and it said "To MikiFikiMike", and the Miki kind of just stuck, and that's how MikiWAR was berthed. The clothing was created by my younger brother Andy War from his bedroom, who actually just graduated from UC Riverside. He guerrilla marketed it, and got the right people to support him. Fortunately, Dainjazone and I were able to help. We also had a "little show" to help, and we made sure our friends had it on. It's something I am really proud to wear, my name. I feel like it represents us, and it shows my brother's hustle. He used to be barely be able to make a stick figure on a computer a year ago, and now he does full fledged clothing. I can say you can look for some new stuff coming out from WAR clothing soon. Everything has been on hold recently, but we are coming back soon.

Spartytunes: Your mixtape, "The Next Chapter", which I posted and a few remixes on DJCity, you haven't been putting out too much. Can we expect some new stuff coming soon?

MikiWAR: Yea man! I've been kind of laying low. I used to be really bad with just putting anything out as soon as I came up with, and it would bite me in the ass sometimes. I would put an extra snare somewhere, or I didn't master a sound properly. I've learned it's just better to do something right the first time and be proud of the time I put into it. I'm in the studio now gearing up. I have some personal remixes, that I am going to start letting out in remix packs soon. As far as the mixes go, which I really take pride in, and spend a ton of time on it, I have a lot of ideas I am sitting on; but I am waiting for some new tracks I want to expose. I don't want it to sound like anything else, but I can say there is a major mix in the works, which I can't really announce yet, but it's about 30 minutes long, and it's going to be intense.

Spartytunes: Any last words?

MikiWAR: I appreciate you reaching out to me to do this. It's an honor to be interviewed by anybody, and to be able to express what I'm all about. Going full circle with the new DJ's question, I still feel like I'm a new DJ; I feel I haven't been in the game long enough. And I think the youth are important. S/O to DJ Inferno at Power 106 [Biggest Hip Hop Radio Station in LA] and I wish I could tell you his twitter name, but he has one of those underscores! (@_Inferno) He was really one of the first guys to come up to me and ask for advice, and I'm really proud of what he has done. His marketing is crazy! S/O to Alex Gonzalez (@Aleks_Exact), I've been teaching him since day 1, and I'm proud of him. He's doing a great job. He's opened for Dainjazone and I at some great venues. My success thus far is a huge reflection of being surrounded by so many seasoned DJ's. Don't put down the young DJ's, because we have to teach them; it's up to them to listen. And finally, in due time, if you work hard, stay hungry, stay humble, then your time will come.

For more MikiWAR: Website | Facebook | Twitter

White Panda Interview

Back at the end of April, I was able to interview the White Panda. This was actually one of the funner ones I've ever done. Before they played at Fordham University, I got to meet up with them just minutes before they went on. If you have never heard White Panda's music before, then odds are you've never heard some of the best mashups around. They have taken the scene by storm, touring throughout the country and selling out venus. They have a huge following right now, and it doesn't look to appear like it's slowing down. During that same show they previewed mashups that are barely coming out now! Be sure and check out there show sometime, because the energy that goes into them are insane. Now check out their story! Enjoy!

Spartytunes: Where did the name "White Panda" come from?

Tom: We really didn't have any aspirations as to where this could go. We didn't think it would turn into what it did. So we shot some names back and forth; Dan said White Panda, and I thought it was catchy and everybody loves pandas, so ya.

Spartytunes: What advice do you have for young and aspiring artists?

Tom: Do it if you like it, but don't do it if your just trying to make it, or make money. We started because it was fun, and we got very lucky!

Spartytunes: Is there anyone that you guys look up to? Like Girl Talk?

Dan: I definitely respect him. He's been a pioneer in this latest trend of mashing up. I think we are influenced by a certain degree. Pretty Lights, Skrillex... people that are able to create their own sound and an original spin on music

Spartytunes: How did you guys meet?

Tom: We actually met in the second grade. We went to school together up through highschool.

Spartytunes: What does all this "hype" mean to you guys? How does it all feel?

Tom: Its surreal. My favorite part is when something new happens. It does get repetitive but I remember the first time our track was on Hypem, the first time it was on the radio, the first time it was on at a bar ,when we got to meet someone huge, the first time we sold out a hard ticket event. Were going to keep pushing for it....

Spartytunes: I know you just released -Pandamonium-, but when is the next album?

Tom: No ETA, Not even on our radar!
Dan: Not for a while, we have some remixes, original production in the pipeline, but no new mashup album anytime soon.

Spartytunes: I have to ask, how many pairs of panda masks do you guys have?

Tom: 20 just in my closet.

Spartytunes: What's been your favorite place, venue or city to play at?

Dan: Boston, Canada has always a fun time.
Tom: It's hard to pick just one.

Spartytunes: My favorite tracks to date have been: "Escape Day N' Nite", "Hate Dynamite", "Money To Divide", and recently "Shake It To Me". What are some of yours?

Tom: "Infinite Dream", "Hypnotic Echo" It was one of first I ever did and it made the first album. And "Drake & Diane".
Dan: "Stereo Hands" has been my recent favorite. "What You Know About Little Secrets" has a soft spot in my heart. It was our first song that got on Hypem

Spartytunes: Who picks what goes on the albums?

Dan: We both do. When it's time to drop an album we have a lot of concepts in our minds. We see what we can do with them. It's a month full of trying and then we pick.

Spartytunes: Have you guys ever remixed a song rather mashed one up?

Tom: We are starting to work on some now.
Dan: We still will work on mashups. That is how are fanbase was created. In no way will we stop mashing, but yes remixes are in the works. We are starting to talk with other artists as well.

Spartytunes: How many samples do you go through before you put a track together?

Dan: Depends, sometimes we like a beat on the first time or an acapella, but sometimes it can take hours.

Spartytunes: Any last words?

Tom: We appreciate the Spartytunes support!
Dan: We made a point to get this interview done, because you definitely were one of those who caught on from the beginning!

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F.U.M.C.

Skam Artist's own DJ Homicide, who put out one of the best mixtapes of the year a few months ago, is back with a special video. It features some pretty wild nights out, cameo scenes with the Far East Movement, Nas, DJ Chuckie, Red Foo and many more. Even Sky Blu & Goon Rock hop in the production. An ill video all around. This video is preparing for DJ Homicide's upcoming album. Video and music credits go to Dante Santiago and Anthony Chirco. Go in!

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Proof Of Risk One's Murder On The Decks!

DJ Risk One was finally able to release the video of his set at Red Bull Thre3style. I won't get into it again, but I'm still going to say he should have at least placed. Talking with other dj's there, and other familiar with the situation, they know it was a robbery. Even many people within the Scratch Academy were talking about it. Be the judge yourself and check it out!

Risk One - Red Bull Thre3Style 2011 - Los Angeles, CA

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Risk One's 3Style

DJ Risk One has put out his latest mix which was inspired by his set at the Redbull 3Style competition last week in Hollywood, which I was at. While he didn't have too much time to chat with me this time, he did have time to rock the crowd and other big name djs in the audience. He didn't place (which he definitely should have) (3rd place dj's set was wack) (other dj's were also screwed over), but my favorite dj, Risk One did a damn good job! This mix includes a lot of hip hop with a nice amount of dutch as well. It even has the highly rated "Rocky Theme" which Risk One rocked live as well. Grab this right here!

DJ Risk One - Thre3Style Mixtape

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Identity Goes 20 For 20

Starting tomorrow morning at 9AM local times, Identity Festival presenter Skullcandy is doing a specially priced $20 ticket sale for 20 hours. Those 20 hours you will have the oppurtunity to grab a ticket through any Ticketmaster outlet at this exclusive price to any Identity Festival show to see the likes of KASKADE, PRETTY LIGHTS, STEVE AOKI, AVICII, AFROJACK, RUSKO, and a ton more.

Date	City	Venue
August 11	Indianapolis, IN	Verizon Wireless Music Center
August 12	Detroit, MI	DTE Energy Music Theatre
August 13	Pittsburgh, PA	First Niagara Pavilion
August 14	Holmdel, NJ	PNC Bank Arts Center
August 16	Charlotte, NC	Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
August 18	Bristow, VA	Jiffy Lube Live
August 19	Philadelphia, PA	Susquehanna Bank Center
August 20	Mansfield, MA	Comcast Center
August 21	Wantagh, NY	Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
August 23	Atlanta, GA	Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood
August 24	Tampa, FL	1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre
August 25	Miami, FL	Klipsch Amphitheatre at Bayfront Park
August 27	Houston, TX	Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
August 28	Dallas, TX	Gexa Energy Pavilion
August 30	Albuquerque, NM	Hard Rock Casino Presents: The Pavilion
September 2	San Diego, CA	Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
September 3	San Francisco, CA	Shoreline Amphitheatre
September 4	Los Angeles Metro Area	TBD
September 5	Las Vegas, NV	TBD
September 10	Seattle, WA	The Gorge

If you haven't yet bought your tickets, this is a great deal!

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Vote For Paul Oakenfold!

Vote for Paul Oakenfold in the DJ Magazine Top 100 DJ's Competition! Last year, Paul was ranked #23 on DJ Magazines Top 100 DJ Poll and this year he is looking to rise back up to the top 10 where he belongs. There is only 3 weeks in the voting, so be sure to vote ASAP! In the last year, Paul has been pretty busy! He has a new residency in Las Vegas called -Perfecto Vegas - @ the Rain Nightclub @ the Palms Hotel. He now has a new iPhone app and a new Android app [which I have]. Paul also has a new album coming out titled "Pop Killer". It's obvious that Paul Oakenfold deserves your respect and vote! Vote for Paul Oakenfold!

Vote here!

Here is an exclusive video of Paul Oakenfold @ Ibiza:

Risk One @ Infusion Lounge

Last Friday, I was up in San Francisco, and there was one DJ that I had to go see: DJ Risk One. He definitely was just as good live as he is in all his mixtapes and remixes. He just solidified why he is my favorite DJ. Risk One definitely kept the club bumping with his collection of new music and remixes. If you ever get a chance to see R1, I would take full advantage of it. This guy is just about better than any DJ in the country!!! Check it out below! Enjoy!

Usher - DJ Got US Falling In Love Again Ft. Pitbull (MikiWAR Bootyleg)
Just a little tune DJ Risk One had bumping

And a bonus, a little vid I got from last Friday:




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DJ Flo in Venice Beach

Last Sunday I went to go chill with the homie DJ Flo for a bit. He had just spun at The Bridge and The High Rooftop Lounge a couple days earlier. I caught him while he was spinning at Venice Beach. He was the dj of the day for the Venice Basketball League. When I asked Flo about it, he said it reminded him of Rucker Park back in Harlem, NY. DJ Flo definitely held it down like he always does. Alongside him was his homie Jonesey, who also held it down on the turntables. Next up for Flo is a trip to Zurich. The Swiss definitely love him too. Keep on your grind Flo! As a treat, I have attached a little Rihanna get up that the crowd dug. Enjoy!

Thats T.O. (Terrell Owens) right behind DJ Flo

Rihanna - Rude Boy (Gentleman Thieves Remix)

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Dani Deahl On GHR

A few days ago, Dani Deahl performed on Ghetto House Radio. It aired last Friday night and is now available on her podcast! If you don’t know GHR, it’s a two hour weekly program that airs on eleven stations from California to Hawaii. They feature mixes by the likes of Richard Vission, Andy Caldwell and More, and her 30 minute guest mix was on the latest episode. Be sure and check it out! Enjoy!

Tracklist:

1. Fake Blood vs. Schmoove & Brothers D: I Think I Lick It (Dan Aux Mashup)

2. David Guetta feat. Estelle & Fatman Scoop: One Love (Disco Fries DJ Chuckie Edit)

3. Chromeo: Night By Night (Bubblegum Sci Fi Remix)

4. AC Slater: Play The Record Again

5. Timbaland feat. JT: Carryout (Vindata Electro Remix)

6. Bad Boy Bill feat. Alex Peace: Fast Life (Tocadisco Remix)

7. Franz Ferdinand: No You Girls (Foamo Remix)

8. Bob Sinclar: Gym Tonic (Laidback Luke Bootleg)

9. Oh Shit! & Night Drugs: Everybody Needs (LeDoom Remix)

10. Steed Lord: Try Me (Hot Pink Delorean Remix)

11. Drop The Lime: Devil’s Eyes (Luca’s B-Live Club Mix)

 

Dani Deahl - Ghetto House Radio Podcast (Via iTunes - FREE)

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