Alpha Dog headphones are a little bit special and the ultimate in headphone customisation.
The earcups are created via a 3D printer in such a way that each headphone can be hand modified and tuned to a specific frequency range, making for a total audiophile listening experience.
WaveDNA’s Liquid Rhythm is a MIDI sequencer and beat generator with a difference, in that it allows users to access the building blocks of an almost limitless number of rhythmic patterns to create their very own grooves.
Users can import pre-existing MIDI tracks created using their DAW of choice, and search Liquid Rhythm’s library of loops and kits to quickly invent new dynamic rhythm tracks.
In the four years since the release of the first iPad there has been a steady stream of music-making and DJing apps that have got increasingly better as the hardware has improved. In more recent times the iPad has seen serious DJ apps released to suit all tastes, styles and budgets.
Rudimental have managed to blur the lines between dance music and pop whilst still remaining credible. A killer debut album and a wealth of stellar festival performances have cemented them as the go-to dance act of 2014. DJ Mag managed to grab Piers from the band for a quick chat before the boys jetted off on the Australian leg of their current world tour..
“It is always dangerous covering such an iconic track. The first version we did was a housed-up 124bpm. We sent it across to Syf & Fritz and they did a cool job with the vocals, but it just felt too fast and rushed.
You may not instantly recognise his name, but his signature is all over some of the biggest hits to have graced the dancefloors of clubs all over the world. Mark Ralph is enjoying a very productive music career, sometimes behind the desk working alongside the likes of Hot Natured, Jamie Jones and Hot Chip to name but a few, and at times taking centre stage with his own Filthy Dukes project and numerous other productions. Mark invited DJ Mag to his wonderful Club Ralph Studios in North London for a little tete-a-tete...
“Since becoming the lucky owner of the Roland Jupiter 8, it has become the central piece of my studio. As a crazy synth collector I already have lots of Roland gear like the Juno60, Sh2, Sh8, MC202. Each one of those synths has a specific purpose. However, the Jupiter 8 has everything inside — '80s bass arpeggios, warm subby bass, silk pads, hardest hits etc.
Recording and releasing 12 tracks over a year — one each month — might seem like a sure-fire way to hit that creative wall, but house DJ/producer Jesse Rose, known for massive bumpy-grooved cuts like 'You're All Over My Head' and 'Sleepless (Night One)', and labels like Front Room Recordings and Made To Play, managed to do just that. DJ Mag spoke to Jesse about the pressure of releasing to such a tight deadline and how he kept the creative juices flowing…
Timo Maas has been a kingpin on the clubbing circuit for many a year. His productions and remixes have smashed up dancefloors all over the world. Known for his work with American superstar Kelis as well as UK songstress Neneh Cherry, he has been a regular chart topper. His remix of Azzido Da Bass’ 'Doom's Night' has been credited as one of the defining dancefloor moments.
One of the most important aspects of being a professional DJ is promotion and unless you are already a superstar DJ with a team working behind the scenes this means self promotion. While the Internet has made releasing and promoting music easier than ever the sheer volume of releases and information out there makes it harder than ever to stand out from the crowd and get some attention.
