The Roots Feat. Erykah Badu "You Got Me"

To top off this week, I've got another classic joint up for grabs. This time it's from The Roots.

Full CDS, you know how I do.

Get: The Roots Feat. Erykah Badu "You Got Me"

New Weekly Mixes dropping tomorrow!

Hip Hop Nostalgia: Lords Of The Underground

"Chief Rocka"


I'm feeling a tad nostalgic today. These dudes are definitely one of my favourite rap groups of the 1990s.

"Here Come The Lords"


"Funky Child"


"Here Come The Lords" was packed full of classics - "Flow On", "Psycho", and "Keep It Underground" were also ridiculously dope. I may have to dig this album out later!

Mack Maine Feat. Lil Wayne "Throw It Back"

New heat from Mack Maine & Don Cannon’s upcoming project “This Is Just A Mixtape”.

Yep, there's even more vocoder action from Weezy too...Whilst I think Wayne's dope, I really think they should ban the use of vocoders from 2009 onwards.

Get: Mack Maine Feat. Lil Wayne "Throw It Back"

Serius Jones "Serius Bizness" Mixtape

Loud.com teams up with Serius Jones for his latest. mixtape. Well worth downloading.

Get: Serius Jones "Serius Bizness"



Via Eskay.

Busta Rhymes Feat. Ron Browz, Diddy, Swizz Beatz, T-Pain, Akon & Lil Wayne "Arab Money (Remix)" (No DJ)

Big lineup. You know what to do.

Get: "Arab Money (Remix)" (Dirty)

Get: "Arab Money (Remix)" (Clean)

Proper x Vans 2008 Holiday Collection

Following on from last year’s SK8-HI pack with Vans, Proper have cooked up another collabo for the holiday season. Check the interview out over at Sneaker Freaker, where Proper’s owner Tristan Caruso shares some insight into the conceptual aspect of this nautical inspired pack, which features the Native American (One-piece), Authentic Low and Chukka Del Barco LX, each available in two colorways. He also shares his thoughts on the current sneaker scene.

The sneakers also contain some nice little touches such as thicker insoles, and retro-style boxes.

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DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #42

Yep, I'm back with another one! Props to everyone who's been downloading them and leaving feedback - It's appreciated!

Remember, if you've missed out on any of the previous mixes you can grab them all here.

So this week, I threw together another Baltimore Club/Electro-ish mix to get you in the partying mood for this coming weekend, featuring some dope remixes/edits from the likes of Scottie B (The Baltimore DJ, not the UK's Scottie B), Kazey & Bulldog, and Round Table Knights.

Listen/Get: DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #42

Tracklisting:

01. M.I.A. - XR2
02. Round Table Knights - Freak From Desire
03. Kazey & Bulldog - Sweet Harmony
04. Kazey & Bulldog - Big Truck
05. KW Griff & Booman - Pick Em up (Exotic Dancer Mix)
06. The Count & Sinden Feat. Rye Rye - Hardcore Girls
07. DJ Scottie B - Find A Way

Happy Thanksgiving to all the US visitors!

Big Pun Feat. Fat Joe "Twinz (Deep Cover '98)"

Some more classic heat for you this week from the likes of Big Pun.

Full CDS. Enjoy!

Get: Big Pun Feat. Fat Joe "Twinz (Deep Cover '98)"

BONUS! Le video:

BET Cipher (UK Edition) Feat. Chipmunk, Giggs, Ghetto & Skepta

Shamelessly swiped from Semtex's blog.

Ryan Leslie "Heartless" on Piano (Video)

Ryan's back, this time doing his thing over Kanye's latest joint.

What's really inspiring is that he learnt to play by ear. True talent.


BONUS! Just in case you slept on his improvisation over "Lollipop", here it is:

Star Trek Movie Trailer (Video)

I'm not a Trekkie, but damn this looks dope!

Star Trek stans will appreciate Leonard Nimoy reprising his role as the older version of Mr. Spock. Simon Pegg has been cast as Scotty, whilst Eric Bana has been cast as the main villain. Should definitely be a good movie.

As a bonus, Lt. Uhura will be played by Zoe Saldana.



Good choice!

BONUS! The original teaser trailer:

P Money "Everything" (Music Video)

I got to know about P Money from watching the DMC World Final videos back in the day. His routine from 2001 is still a personal favourite of mine. I then stumbled across some of his records a few years later (namely "3, 2, 1" featuring Skillz), and realised he actually made some beats too. Dude even worked with Akon as well....

Anyhow, peep the above video for his latest joint "Everything", featuring Vince Harder. A very nice Disco/Club-influenced banger, which definitely deserves airplay over here in the UK.

With this, and Savage's recent success with the re-release of "Swing" (it was originally released back in 2005, but has since copped 1,000,000 downloads!), New Zealand's definitely doing the damn thing....

BONUS! Here's his DMC routine from the 2001 World Final:

Busta Rhymes "I Got Bass" (Music Video)

Outkast "ATLiens" (VLS)

I haven't posted much music here in a while, so I though I'd kick it off with a few gems this week. Some classic heat from '95 for all you digital crate diggers.

Full VLS (Radio, Club, Inst & Acapella), encoded at 320kbps.

For those who haven't got/heard the "ATLiens" LP, I suggest you go grab yourself a copy somewhere.

Get: Outkast "ATLiens" (VLS)

Enjoy!

"Notorious" Movie Clip (Video)

This film is gonna suck balls.

Kanye & A-Trak Discuss Beards (Video)

Mazzi "Walking Blog Part 11" (Video)

Mazzi's back with the 11th installment....

Featuring Bobby Trends, Grand Master Caz, Immortal Technique, Cipha Sounds, Easy Mo Bee, Hassan Salaam, Craig G, Charles Hamilton, Planet Asia & Swiss Chris

Previously: Mazzi Feat. Daytona "Walking Blog Part 10"

Gym Class Heroes (The Real.com)

Co-starring Travis McCoy & Amanda Diva.

Snoop Dogg x Martha Stewart

This has made my week.

Classic.

Keri Hilson Feat. Lil Wayne "Turnin' Me On" (Music Video)

Jim Jones x Complex Magazine Cover

Capo seems to be doing it big at the moment, what with swagger-jacking other people's joints, starring in the broadway show(!) "The Hip-Hop Monologues", and having "Pop Champagne" blasting off in the clubs and on radio.

On top of releasing Prey IV Reign (which is now early 2009), he will also be starring in Starz drama "Crash", releasing a Dame Dash-produced Documentary, and also a fitness DVD. Yeh, a fitness DVD....

You can read the full article here before the magazine hits the stands on December 4th. Interesting read, which covers Kanye giving Cam' the "Down & Out" beat for free, Max B, Rocafella Records, and more....

"BALLLLLLLLIN!"

Ludacris & DJ Premier in the Studio (Video)

Working on "Theater Of The Mind"

DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #41

It's that time yet again for another Weekly Mix from moi.

Once again, to everyone who's been downloading them and leaving comments, thanks for your support! Please remember that if you've missed out on any, you can grab them all here

This week, I decided to throw together a few Dubstep anthems from the likes of Benga and Chase & Status, and add a nice little Crunk/Dubstep Mashup from my boy DJ Nappy.

Listen/Get: DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #41

Tracklisting:

01. Ed Solo - Age Of Dub
02. SPL - Lust
03. Benga - 26 Basslines
04. DZ - Old Timers
05. Khalifah Feat. Bun B - Light A Fire (Nappy Vs. Ekaj Extended Dubstep Mix)
06. Chase & Status - Eastern Jam

Got any thoughts on this week's mix? Give me a shout here

Enjoy!

Charles Hamilton & Q Da Kid "A-List Radio Freestyle"

Charles goes in over 50's new joint "Get Up".

Get: A-List Radio Freestyle

Via B.O.B.O.

Mazzi Feat. Daytona "Walking Blog Part 10" (Video)

Previously: Mazzi "Walking Blog Part 9"

Rihanna Feat. Justin Timberlake "Rehab" (Music Video)

Ri-Ri looking good as usual....

Young Jeezy "Crazy World" (Music Video)

Evolution 101 With Mr. West (The Real.com)

DJ Drama Presents: Lil Wayne "Dedication 3"

Yeh I know, I'm a tad late blogging this....I'm sure you'll get over it....

Anyhow, here's the latest in the "Dedication" series. Don't sleep.

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Tracklisting:

01. Welcome Back
02. Dedication 3 Feat. Mack Mane, Willie The Kid & Gudda Gudda
03. What Else Is There To Do
04. Dick Pleaser Feat. Jae Millz
05. Ain’t I Feat. Jae Millz
06. You Love Me You Hate Me
07. Bang Bang Feat. Jae Millz, Gudda Gudda
08. The Other Side Feat. La The Darkman, Jae Millz & Gudda Gudda
09. My Weezy Feat. Shanell, Lil Twist & Tyga
10. A Dedication
11. She’s A Ryder Feat. Gudda Gudda
12. Still I Rise Feat. Nicki Manaj
13. Magic Feat. Gudda Gudda
14. Do’s & Dont's Of Young Money
15. Whoever You Like Feat. Jae Millz & Gudda Gudda
16. That Was Easy
17. Get Bizzy Feat. Gudda Gudda
18. I Got That Gangsta Feat. La The Darkman & Willie The Kid
19. A Message To The DJ’s
20. Stuntin Feat. Drake
21. Dedicated
22. Put On For The Game Feat. Tyga & Gudda Gudda
23. Dedication 4

Also, I've read on t'internet that the re-release of "Carter 3" (aka "Carter 3: The Rebirth", which is due for release around Christmas time) won't contain ANY of the original tracks as the original release.

However it'll still have the same title. The reason being that Dwayne wants "Carter IV" to be "what everyone wants "Carter IV" to be", as the re-release will be more experimental. So in other words this may be his "808's & Heartbreak"? I digress...

BONUS! Don't wanna download the full thing? Stream it here (via Nah Right).

DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #40 (80's Edition Vol. 2!)

Once again, it's time for yet another weekly mix. If you've been downloading them, please feel free to give me a shout and let me know what you think! Remember, if you've missed out on any you can grab them all here.

This week, I decided to revisit the 1980's, and throw together some Electro, Hip Hop & Pop together for another "80's Edition" mini mix....

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Tracklisting:

01. Afrika Bamaataa & The Soul Sonic Force - Planet Rock
02. Debbie Deb - When I Hear Music
03. Run DMC - It's Like That
04. Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five - Message II (Survival)
05. Egyptian Lover - Egypt Egypt
06. Dead Or Alive - You Spin Me Round
07. Salt-N-Pepa - Push It

I'll be doing another "80's Edition" towards the end of the series...There's still a LOT of 80's jams that I'm yet to use!

Nardwuar x Common Interview (Video)

Narwuar's back again, chopping it up with Common.

They discuss a lot of things, from DJ Casper, to deep pan pizza, pimping, going to restaurants with J Dilla, and legendary beatmaker NO I.D.

De La Soul, Mos Def, Nas, Will.I.Am, Kanye West & Damon Alburn Cipher @ The G.O.O.D. Music After Party, London (Video)

Damn, Mos & Nas killed it!

Via DJ Semtex

Nina Sky DJ Contest (Video)

All you need to do is go here and enter. Simple!

But here's the catch: It's only open to US residents...

Jim Jones x Broadway

Jimmy's on Broadway?!

Ain't that some shit!

P.S. He's also bringing out a Christmas album too - "Jam-packed with 'hood Christmas classics" as the advert on his myspace declares....

Tim Westwood x Eric Sermon (Video)

Newborn Rodeo x Mickey Factz Interview

So the homie Ernest over at Newborn Rodeo caught up with one of the dopest emcees out there right now - Mickey Factz, to talk about being on the XXL front cover, to his releationship with his mother, online hate, and more....

"NBR: Congratulations on the XXL cover. You’ve come a long way since I saw that video of you freestyling in the barbershop over two years ago. I feel like most artists would be content with the type of ascension you’ve had. Are you? If not, what’s next for Mickey Factz?

Mickey Factz: I’m blessed to have the accomplishments I’ve had but I’m not content. Getting the XXL cover lasts for 45 days. After that, another mag drops. What’s next for Mickey Factz is bigger, better and more innovative ways to stand apart from everyone creating music.

NBR: I’ve heard you say that they’ll be comparing you to Michael Jackson by the time you’re done with your run as an artist. Which of your next moves is most congruent with achieving that goal?

Mickey Factz: I’m feeling like Mike right when he left the Jackson 5. It was all about the set up. I feel my set up will line up perfectly with what he did. I can’t disclose all of that info at this time. But it will be crazy. Trust…

NBR: I’m sure other emerging artists have similarly lofty aspirations. I know you have nothing but respect for your contemporaries, but I also know you’re an advocate for the spirit of competition. Does the notoriously confident Mickey Factz feel like any other artists pose a threat to his rise?

Mickey Factz: I feel other artists that are doing it right now have their respective lanes they are in. They will take over that lane and do their thing. I, on the other hand, am not threatened by anyone because I know what’s about to happen.

NBR: Moving on from your relationship with other rappers, what about the relationship with your mother? I heard an interview where you said everything was good now, but you just talked about how you and you mother “don’t speak” in your Best Of Both Offices freestyle. What’s the real story?

Mickey Factz: Its an on and off relationship. Every parent has only the best aspirations for their child. She doesn’t want me to be a bum. Granted. She also doesn’t care about these accolades I’ve been receiving. She wants to make sure I have a stable way to live. That’s where we bump heads because these accolades help me to achieve that lifestyle.

NBR: Speaking of your mother, I know that you dropping out of school initiated the rift between you two. I’m in school right now, but my focus is elsewhere, so I can relate to that decision. What was that process like for you? Did you ever doubt yourself?

Mickey Factz: That was one of the hardest decisions to make as a man. On one hand I knew I was talented enough to make it. On the other hand, how am I gonna live if she’s threatening to kick me out and not be there. It was a gut instinct move that I’ll never forget. I followed my dreams and kept going.

NBR: Along with dropping out of school, your exposure on Nah Right has been another pivotal point in your career. What’s your relationship with Eskay like?

Mickey Factz:: Eskay is a cool dude. He doesn’t post everything I send him which makes me respect him more. At the end of the day it was about me working hard for those posts. Nothing more nothing less. He respects my work ethic as much as my music.

NBR: Clearly, lots of people enjoy your music or you wouldn’t be where you are today, but it’s hard to ignore the immense online hate directed towards Mickey Factz, specifically blog commentators. How does that affect you?

Mickey Factz: Hate towards me is great. I laugh at everyone hating. Its great. It’s the best feeling when someone just randomly hates. All they’re doing is spreading the name.

NBR: You’re known for your electronica influences, but do you see yourself moving past that sound at some point? And will we ever see an abstract Mickey Factz project a la 808’s & Heartbreak?

Mickey Factz: Every artist grows sonically. The sound will change as I grow as an artist. As far as being abstract as Kanye has been, you never know what can happen. As long as it’s hot, nobody will complain.

NBR: Now for the obligatory Supra question. You’ve expressed confidence in the fact that tastemakers know what you did for Supra. However, I see a lot of Lil’ Wayne stans walking around campus with their freshly eBay-ed Supra gear who undeniably have no idea who you are. How do you feel about those guys?

Mickey Factz:: Show them love still. At the end of the day, as long as people embrace the brand and help build Supra, that’s all that matters to me.

NBR: What’s your current financial situation?

Mickey Factz:: I make a living off shows. That’s my bread and butter.

NBR: How well are you eating off of shows? And what about GFCNY’s side hustles (Rocksmith, etc.)?

Mickey Factz: A business man always has ways to make revenue. Getting revenue is the easiest thing to do when you co-own a company.

NBR: Well, it’s been a pleasure. Until the next time, keep up the good work. I’ll be waiting on The Achievement in the mean time. Any additional information on that project?

Mickey Factz: It’s going to be one of the many life changing experiences fans will encounter on my journey. Trust me its going to be insane."

Ill Bill "My Uncle" (Music Video)

Directed by Adam Calfee. The animation in this video is dope....Deep tune as well....

A-Trak "Say Whoa" (DJ Craze Remix)

3x DMC World Champion (and current tour DJ for Kanye West) DJ Craze gives A-Trak's latest release the remix treatment, opting for a dope Bmore/Crunchy Electro sound...along with some nice 90's style piano stabs halfway through...

Highly recommended.

Listen/Get: A-Trak "Say Whoa" (DJ Craze Remix)

You can currently catch Craze doing his thing on Kanye's "Glow in the Dark" tour.

Kanye West "808's & Heartbreak" Trailer (Video)

Just to drum it into you (no pun intended) further the fact that his album is coming soon. Well, 24th November that is....

Nike Sportswear Destroyer Pack

Nike are back with their third installment of the Destroyer Pack, which again features a varsity jacket and a Dunk High. This time around, they've also included a sweatshirt.

Whilst the previous packs have focused on a more luxurious approach by using wool on the sneakers and leather for the jackets, this pack goes for a more casual look by using patent leather on the sneakers and nylon for the varsity jacket.

Available now at selected retailers.

Kanye West Feat. Young Jeezy "Amazing"

Another leak off the highly anticipated "808's & Heartbreak", which apparently is now getting pushed forward to November 24th, according to the recent conference call.

Kanye West Feat. Young Jeezy "Amazing"

P.S. It looks like "Blueprint 3" will be dropping in February 2009.

Via B.O.B.O. & RTD

D.Julien "Treat Me Different"

I'm all for US/UK Collaborations...New heat from D.Julien (produced by UK's Curious Beats) who talks about being treated differently. If you're an artist (DJ, MC, whatever) and you're making moves, you can relate to this....

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Previously D.Julien "Understand Me"

BONUS! Here's some bonus footage of D flowing over some beats from Buzz



EXTRA BONUS! Buzz also writes rhymes too....

Buzz "Like I Never Left"

Chipmunk Feat. Louick Essien "Beast" (Music Video)

Brand new heat from Chipmunk. Available from 1st December.

Common & Q-Tip x Angie Martinez Interviews (Video)

Common


Q-Tip

Revolver 2008 Winter Collection

"After celebrating their 10th year anniversary in Paris, Revolver is back in Tokyo to present their new 2008 Winter collection, inspired by the 80's. Bringing back the authentic but simple golden years of Hip Hop designs into the fashion industry, Revolver’s designer Kiri, with the help of French illustrator SO ME, is making a strong statement as the forefront of Japanese Hip Hop/Streetwear scene."

Items include crew necks, hoodies, and a bomber jacket. Nice use of bold designs throughout most of the pieces.

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Source: Hypebeast

DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #39 (Slow Jams Edition #2)

Yep yep, it's time again for another weekly mix....

To everyone who's been downloading them and giving feedback, thanks for your support! Please remember that If you've missed out on any you can grab all of them here.

So, this week I decided to do another Slow Jams edition. Seeing as it's cold outside, you might as well stay in, chill with your wifey/man (delete where appropriate), get all cosy, and bump this....The mix features classics from the likes of Jagged Edge, Aaliyah, Ginuwine & Jodeci.

Nothing too technical this week, just some nice transitions throughout.

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Tracklisting:

01. Ginuwine - In Those Jeans
02. Aaliyah - One In A Million
03. Jagged Edge Feat. Jermaine Dupri - Slow Motion (So So Def Remix)
04. Missy Elliott Feat. Aaliyah - Best Friend
05. Jodeci - Freek'N You
06. The Dream - Falsetto
07. Musiq Soulchild - Previous Cats
08. Bobby Valentino - Lights Down Low

Like what you hear? Let me know!

P.S. Be sure to become a fan on Facebook too!

Mazzi "Walking Blog Part 9" (Video)

Previously: Mazzi "Walking Blog Parts 1-8"

Swizz Beatz "I'm Supposed To Ball"

Swizzy goes in over M.I.A's "Boyz"

Listen/Get: Swizz Beatz "I'm Supposed To Ball"

P.S. That Kid Robot chain is next level.

DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #38

Weekly Mix #38 is now up for grabs!

For this mix, I decided to throw together some Old Skool Rave from the likes of SL2 & Awesome 3, a dope cut off the Chase & Status album, and even managed to throw in some 80's for good measure...

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Tracklisting:

01. SL2 - On A Ragga Tip
02. Awesome 3 - Don't Go (Kicks Like A Mule Mix)
03. Lethal Bizzle - Selfridges Girl Not On Myspace (Boy 8 Bit Remix)
04. DJ Craze - Let Me See Them
05. New Order - Blue Monday
06. Chase & Status - Running

Got any thoughts? Holla at moi.

P.S. Week #39 will be in the next day or two...Hold tight!

Vibe Magazine Cover - Plies

Just spotted this....Plies is the future of rap? Don't think so somehow....

Rev Run x Wii Music (Video)

This game looks dope....I must purchase Nintendo Wii....

Spotted over at Rock The Dub

Kanye West "Heartless" (Music Video)

Cassie x Lauren London

Cassie & Lauren London pose and look hot for the new Sean John ads....

One word...."DAMN!"

Gnarls Barkley "Mystery Man" (Music Video)

Q-Tip Album Signing @ Fatbeats (Video)

Q-Tip made an appearance at Fatbeats in New York yesterday to sign copies of his new album, "The Renaissance" which is in stores now.

Buy it. It's great.

Dizzee Rascal Interview on Newsnight (Video)

So Jeremy Paxman, best known for going after Politicians on Newsnight, (and also presenting University Challenge) had Dizzee Rascal as guest on last night's show...

Whilst he can be entertaining when he goes in (pause) on certain guests....He gets the gasface though for asking Dizzee Rascal "Do you consider yourself to be British?"

This interview's recently been slammed on Facebook, with a lot people saying that Dizzee was a poor representation of black people in the UK, and that the BBC should have either got Lewis Hamilton, Bashy (who would have been an interesting interview), or a back politician instead...Ironically enough, a black politician was next to him on screen....

Dizzee wasn't the most eloquent interviewee, but at least he gave an honest answer, rather than long, drawn out amibiguous replies that most politicians who are invited on the show tend to give...To say he's a poor role model is an injustice, considering he's a platinum-selling artist, has achieved a UK no. 1 without major label backing, and has also done his fair share of chairty work too....

Spotted over at Semtex's blog

DJ Cable's Weekly Mix #37

Yep yep, Weekly Mix #37 is now available for your listening pleasure!

Remember, that if you've missed out on any of them, you can grab them all here.

This week, I switched things up again, and threw together some Electro, House, Breakbeat, and Electroclash from the likes of The Rapture, MSTRKRFT & Does It Offend You, Yeah?

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Tracklisting:

01. Does It Offend You, Yeah? - Weird Science
02. The Rapture - House Of Jealous Lovers
03. Cut & Run - Song 3
04. Toni! Tony! Tone! - Feels Good (Breakdown Remix)
05. MSTRKRFT Feat. N.O.R.E. - Bounce (A-Trak Remix)
06. His Majesty Andre - NRG555

That A-Trak remix is too dope....

P.S. Make sure you become a fan on Facebook too!

DJ Cable x Rock The Dub "The Block Obama Mini Mix"

You may remember that I posted up Crooked I's "The Block Obama" mixtape a while back...

As it was all unmixed, Khal over at Rock The Dub presented me with the idea of putting something together to tie in with Barack Obama's campaign/win at the last night's US presidential election. We had been sitting on this for about a month, waiting for the right time to post it online....

I've thrown together the best tracks off the mixtape, added the usual cuts and juggles, and came up with nice little mini mix for your ears...

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Props to Uri for the visuals....

Got any thoughts? You can email myself, or Khal

Again, congratulations to Barack Obama for making history happen.

History Has Been Made....

Congratulations to Barack Obama, who has now become the new US Preseident.

"Alizé Remixed 2008" Tour Recap

So I finally got the pictures off my digital camera and uploaded them...Here's how the "Alizé Remixed 2008" Tour went down at Paper in London the other week...

If you haven't been to Paper (Café Royal) before, it's pretty swanky...and pretty expensive too! Luckily I wasn't really drinking that night, otherwise I could have easily spent a crazy amount (luckily there were drinks vouchers on standby!). However, the decor's pretty nice, as is the soundsystem....

So after arriving at 6pm(ish) for the soundchecks, I got to meet two of the other Remixed winners who were also spinning on the night - E Double D (the Birmingham heat winner) and DJ Stampeeder (the Leeds heat winner). We also got to chop it up with Grandmaster Flash as well before the event...





E Double D



DJ Stampeeder



One of the Jump Off dudes was down filming the event...If I remember correctly, it may make MTV Base...I'll keep you all updated.

Crowd shots:





Stampeeder smacked it with a Baltimore and Electro selection, whilst E Double D pulled out some sick old school R&B and Rare Groove joints....





Now, the original plan was for us three to spin for about 30 mins each in the 2nd room, with Flash coming on in the main room afterwards...As things had got slightly delayed during the night my set got moved to the main room, and was pushed back right until the end of the night after Flash had been on and done his thing - meaning I had the closing set of the tour....No pressure at all then....

As I had to spin for the last 45 minutes of the night, nearly every big tune had been played by the that point. I knew I couldn't go down the Hip Hop & Funk route, as Flash had smacked it with that. So I just decided to mash things up with a mixture of UK Garage (Maxwell D's "Serious" killed it!), House, New Jack Swing, R&B and some Hip Hop, finishing off with bit of Motown....It did the trick....



Overall, it was a great experience, and I met a lot of cool people too. Thanks to Alizé for putting on the event as well as the competition...Definitely one of my most memorable nights so far as a DJ.

Lastly, shouts to everyone from Uproar - Sam, Julian, Aron, Jag and Chelcie, Bluntwun who managed to pass through as well, E Double D, Stampeeder and also H20 who was in the building...

Oh, and last but not least....



In the words of Gollum, "my precious!" I'm gonna be saving these for Xmas & NYE....