First thought to be some clever video editing, it has been proven that this project is in fact real. The video that you’re about to watch features the Japanese break-beat duo Hifana. This is a promotional video put out by Nike in an attempt to advertise their new shoe line Nike Free Run+.
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When the iPad was released, my initial thoughts were: “So what, it’s a huge iPod, right?”. Well now that developers have had some time with it, I have been really impressed with what I have seen lately.
The iPad Mixr is essentially a virtual DJ controller and mixer. From the website:
DJ App for iPad. Feels & functions like authentic turntables. Mixr gives you a DJ experience unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Beautiful interface, professional mixing.
I’m impressed, but I’d really like to hear what the pros have to say after …

Hey whats up guys? It’s Niku here, the newest addition to the Electro Jams team. For my first post, I wanted to share with you guys a group coming out of London, Ontario (that’s Canada for those confused). They are a rap/DJ electro duo that are gonna make a huge splash in the electro scene soon. Right now they have a free “sample album” for DL on their site that you can check out, or check out their AMAZING remixes on their soundcloud page. After the break, find a sneak …

DUAL Structure and Style Inc have outdone themselves with their DJ Mixing Desk. From the site:
This ultra modern two leg design is perfect for any home or apartment. It has room for two turntables and a mixer which sit flush to the top of the unit and has adjustable platforms for easy access to CD players. Cable holes within allow unsightly wires to be hidden and dressed down through either leg to the floor. Serrato and Final Scratch interfaces can be connected to gear then hidden from view below the …

I recently stumbled across a pretty neat flash toy called the WD-1 Trainer. Essentially, it is a flash version of a physical loop-based mixer. In my opinion, it’s quite fun to play with and certainly gives you the feeling of building an electronic song, just as a live DJ would.

I have always been interested in DJing and mixing, but have never really given it a shot. I know I don’t have a career in it, but who says you can’t have some fun? I’ve been doing quite a bit of reading about “laptop DJing” – The act of DJing with digital music files and a virtual turntable and mixer. I’m using VirtualDJ which is hands down the best program. I have used DiscoXT as well as Traktor Pro and I have to say, I prefer VirtualJ. It’s simplistic while …