DJ

DJ Tech Tools has an interesting scoop on a new DJ controller, the Vestax Spin, which they report will be carried exclusively at the Apple Store.

The Vestax Spin combines a DJ control surface, an audio interface and DJ software for $249. Read more…

DJ Tech Tools’ Ean Golden demonstrates a Daft Punk AeroDynamic beat juggling performance and then breaks down his tecnique.

He’s got skills, eh?

See his post at his site, where you can download his demo files, too!

via eangolden:

Here is a routine I developed using “Aerodynamic” from daft punk and the planet rock instrumental. The 2 mp3’s used in this video are available with cue points in this post: The mapping for this controller is also available here:

DJ Magazine has announced its take on the Top 100 DJs in the World for 2009, and there aren’t a lot of surprises.

Armin Van Buuren again reigns supreme, with Tiësto and David Guetta following in the #2 & #3 positions.

Here are the Top 10 DJs:

1. Armin van Buuren
2. Tiesto
3. David Guetta
4. Above & Beyond
5. Paul van Dyk
6. Deadmau5
7. Ferry Corsten
8. Markus Schulz
9. Gareth Emery
10. Sander van Doorn

Check out the full list below, and then leave a comment with your thoughts! Read more…

Activision’s DJ Hero is now available, with an exclusive 93-mix track list, created by a host of legendary DJs, blending hip hop, rock, pop, R&B and dance.

DJ Hero was developed by FreeStyleGames for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION 3 and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment systems and the Wii system from Nintendo. The game is rated “T” (Teen – Mild Suggestive Themes, Lyrics) by the ESRB.

Video previews and more details below. Read more…

DJ Spooky introduces his new iPhone Application.

via subliminalspooky:

DJ Player has teamed up with DJ Spooky and Thirsty Ear Recordings to bring you the next-generation mixable DJ Album format for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

The App is using the same technology behind DJ Player to allow you to play a smooth mix of tracks from the album and to mix the tracks yourself using the built-in mixer.

The App includes 7 tracks of songs and remixes from The Secret Song album, and exclusive DJ Spooky sound effects.

The App is going to be available soon in iTunes App Store.