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Milestone Monday

Mic Drop Moment

On August 11, 1973, a house party at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx made history. Hosted by DJ Kool Herc, the event is now widely recognized as the birthplace of hip hop. That night, Herc unveiled his beat juggling technique, while Coke La Rock introduced a revolutionary style of lyrical delivery: rapping. Together, they sparked a global cultural movement.

To honor this seismic moment in music history, we’re dropping the needle on Hip Hop Family Tree by American alternative comics cartoonist Ed Piskor (1982-2024). This visual mixtape of hip hop’s early days is told through comics as bold and gritty as the streets they sprang from. Piskor, an award-winning cartoonist known for fusing pop culture with sharp storytelling, traces the genre’s roots through its pioneers, battles, and beats. Published in 2013 by Fantagraphics Books, known for championing innovative graphic art, this treasury edition captures the movement’s style, swagger, and soul.

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--Melissa (keeping it fresh), Distinctive Collections Library Assistant

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Dj roc raida having fun.. whole thing is dope I lost it when he started using his mouth. Rip salute

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The Czech & Slovak DMC Championship 2025 in Brandýs nad Labem brought fire to the decks with battles, showcases, and new talent. From Simonczech’s winning routine to DJ Fly’s headline set, plus live gear demos in the lobby, the event was a true celebration of turntablism and hip-hop culture.

Czech & Slovak DMC Championship 2025 – Brandýs nad Labem Recap

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Mixing Old and New Tracks: A Nostalgic Mash-Up Adventure!

Ah, nostalgia! That warm, fuzzy feeling that makes us want to curl up with a cup of cocoa while listening to the classic tunes of yesteryear. But why settle for just the old when you can mix the best of both worlds? Enter the art of mixing old and new tracks—a vibrant mash-up adventure that takes your favorite earworms and introduces them to the freshest beats. Whether you’re an aspiring DJ or…

Mixing Old and New Tracks: A Nostalgic Mash-Up Adventure!

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Mixing Madness: Crafting DJ Mashups Like a Pro (or Not!)

Welcome to the wild world of DJ mashups, where tracks collide and musical chaos reigns supreme! If you’ve ever found yourself bobbing your head to two songs at once, you’re not alone. This article is your backstage pass to the art of creating mashups, whether you’re a pro or just a curious novice. So grab your headphones, and let’s dive into the mix! Mastering the Art of Mashups: Mixing Skills…

Mixing Madness: Crafting DJ Mashups Like a Pro (or Not!)

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Spin It Like You Mean It: DJ Techniques That Won't Crash!

Welcome to the dazzling world of DJing, where the only thing that should crash is an old laptop during a live set! If you’re looking to elevate your turntable game and spin it like you mean it, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll delve into essential DJ techniques that will help you mix tracks seamlessly without leaving your audience scratching their heads in confusion or,…

Spin It Like You Mean It: DJ Techniques That Won't Crash!

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Advanced Beat Juggling DJ Course For Men’s

COURSE DESCRIPTION

After learning the 10 root moves of Beat Juggling, this course addresses how to combine the 10 Root Movements. Our goal is to help you reach the next level of Beat Juggling, find your unique style, come up with new patterns and create more interesting routines and DJ sets.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

4 lectures and 4 hours of content!

Information packed practical training learning how to become creative with beat juggling techniques.

Best suitable for advanced level users and who are looking to become more expressive and creative in their beat juggling.

Have a question? send us an email to and one of our team members, or Rob Swift himself will help you out!