DJs: Serato Video Is Here

Based on the popular Video-SL plug-in, Serato Video now gives ITCH DJs video mixing tools that Serato Scratch Live DJs have enjoyed for years, with the use of supported ITCH controllers. Scratch Live DJs can use the same tools with their choice of turntable or CDJ control.

With a reworked architecture, Serato DJs can experience an even smoother workflow and greater flexibility when using effects and transitions to amplify video mixes, at home, in the club or on-stage.
Serato Video is a free update for all current owners of Video-SL.
What does it do?

• Add video clips to your Scratch Live or ITCH performance.
• View loaded clips and output from your computer.
• Manipulate playback with Serato control records, CDs or with your ITCH controller of choice.
• Use built in transitions and effects including text and image effects.
• Enrich your set with audio responsive effects, including bass zoom and splits, that are controlled by analyzing the music signal.
• Preview and manage video files in both the ITCH and Scratch Live offline players.
• Use Video Instant Doubles to play the same video and effects on a second deck.
• Store effects within each video file for instant recall.
• Setup different output configurations (Output Only, L/R prefader or all 3 outputs) for greater flexibility when video mixing externally.
• Utilize 3rd party controllers with Serato Video’s MIDI control in Scratch Live.

Note: Windows computers using Intel graphics cards are not currently supported by Serato Video
Source: http://serato.com/video

Alesis iO Mix Turns Your iPad Into A Full Featured 4-Track Mixer

Alesis continues its obsession with slotting iPads into musical hardware with the iO Mix, a four-channel mixer that funnels audio into the Apple tablet via pro-style XLR-1/4″ sockets. Core Audio support means it’s compatible with most iPad audio apps, including Apple’s own GarageBand, while a video output means it can be used to play back presentations and even as a karaoke hub. Ports include four XLR-1/4″ inputs with optional 48V phantom power for studio condenser microphones – while channel one is also switchable to guitar-direct input – as well as two 1/4″ TRS balanced outputs, a 1/4″ TRS stereo headphone socket, and an RCA composite video output. The iPad itself slides into a dock section and is locked in place for stability; it’s recharged by the same power supply that’s keeping the iO Mix running.
Controls consist of individual trim, channel gain, pan, and low & high EQ for each input channel, separate volume controls for the outputs, a direct monitor option for cutting out latency while recording, and a switchable limiter. Even if you’re not recording, the guitar input option means you can use the iPad as a virtual effects pedal.
Alesis also offers an adapter for mounting the iO Mix on a mic stand. No word on pricing or availability at this stage.Source: http://www.slashgear.com/alesis-io-mix-squirts-four-tracks-into-your-new-ipad-27220184/

EMI Sues Over Def Jam Rapstar Video Game

Remember Def Jam Rapstar? The SingStar for...rap? It had promise, but ultimately fizzled on the vine and died without making much of a splash. Now, making things worse, a record company is trying to squeeze the game's creators for millions. EMI is suing both 4mm Games and Terminal Reality, claiming that they used songs in the game they weren't entitled to. Sounds clear-cut, but it's actually far from it: while Rapstar obviously got clearance to use songs from labels like Def Jam, EMI says it owned small percentages of other tracks nominally owned by other labels. Examples include DJ Khaled's "I'm So Hood," which EMI claims 10 percent ownership, MIMS' "This Is Why I'm Hot," a song with 16 writers which EMI claims 16 percent ownership, and Lil Wayne's "Got Money," which EMI claims 30 percent ownership. In total, EMI claim 54 tracks infringe on their rights, and they're after over $8 million in total damages.

Source: http://kotaku.com/5897652/failed-rap-game-might-owe-record-companies-millions

Producer Sci-Fi Stu Album, 'BLOOD' Out April 3rd.

A year in the making, the new SciFi Stu LP ‘BLOOD’ is now ready to drop. With the album recently being previewed on radio shows from BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing Scotland’ to the infamous Conspiracy Worldwide Radio, this album will be one to watch for true Hip Hop fans!

1. Can't Leave (Feat. Ill Poetix)
2. No Shade (Feat. Internal Quest)
3. Heartless (Feat. King RA & Ethemadassassin)
4. Soldiers (Feat. Mega Trife & Veteran Assassins)
5. Side Effects (Feat. Zilla Rocca, Has-Lo & Curly Castro)
6. Blood (Feat. Wildelux, Shinobi Stalin & Ethemadassassin)
7. Patience (Feat. D-Strong & Aarophat)
8. Boom Bap (Feat. Fresh Sly & Smoovth)
9. No Set Flow (Feat. Remarkable Mayor)
10. Built To Last (Feat. L.I.F.E Long, Nena Blu & Elohem Star)
11. One Dimensional (Feat. MindsOne & J.Sands)
12. Piano Vixen (Feat. Ardamus & Dominique Larue)

Check out the brand new FREE DOWNLOAD single ‘Written In Blood’ Feat Supreme Sol, Venomous 2000, Fresh Sly & Chinch 33 HERE.

Available on Amazon.com

M-Phazes (feat. Brown Bag AllStars) - "What It's All About"

In promotion for M-Phaze's remix producer compilation 'Phazed Out', the ARIA Award winning beat smith bands together with New York's Brown Bag AllStars for the MonStar Films directed visuals for the album cut "What It's All About". Phazed Out is now available both digitally and on CD through Coalmine Records.

Man Offers Soulja Boy $25,000 To Stop Rapping For Good

A Glendale California man is so irritated with the music Soulja Boy makes, that he is pledging $25,000 for the Atlanta rapper to stay away from the booth for good. According to reports, the man, Kyle Burgens, described as a financial adviser for an investment firm in Los Angeles says the ‘Crank Dat’ rapper is a detriment to the community and has single-handedly set hip hop back 20 years.

He’s so serious he’s shown media outlets a legally binding contract and a written check in Soulja Boy’s name (we assume his government name). Soulja Boy, who’s no stranger to controversy and criticism, was unavailable for comment. In reaction to the news, fans have to wonder if Soulja Boy is worth $25,000 to retire, how much would Lil B go for?

Source: http://hiphop365.com/?p=11482

The Evolution of the Basketball Video Game

Are You Rob Base?

KINGS FROM QUEENS - LORDROC, L.I.F.E. LONG & MUSIK G (Prod by DJ YOUNG C)

1st Video of the Album KINGS FROM QUEENS 2 feature :
LORDROC, L.I.F.E. LONG & MUSIK G "KINGS FROM QUEENS"
(Prod & Cuts by DJ YOUNG C)

Will Ferrell Announces Long Awaited 'Anchorman' Sequel on Conan

"Ladies and gentlemen, can I please have your attention. I've just been handed an urgent and horrifying news story. I need all of you to stop what you're doing and listen..... CANNNNNONNNNN BALLLLLL!!!"

How to install .ipa files using iFile & Installous on Jailbroken iOS

Requirements:

• Jailbroken iDevice
• Installous
• Safari Download Manager ( Note: Not Compatible with iOS 5)
• iFile

Method:
The idea is to download the file (.ipa) by your iDevice Safari (using Safari Download Manager), then to transfer the file (.ipa) to Installous downloads folder, then you can install it from Installous

1. Start Safari, go to the webpage which contains the wanted game/app (.ipa) and start the download
2. When finished >> Open in iFile
3. iFile will take you to the needed folder = /User/Documents >> Click right upper tab (edit) >> Tick the downloaded file >> Click right lower tab (cut/copy)>> Click Cut >> Click right upper tab (Done)
4. Open Installous folder (from the same window) >> open Downloads folder inside Installous = /User/Documents/Installous/Downloads
5. Inside Downloads folder >> Click right upper tab (edit) >> Click right lower tab (paste) >> Click Paste>> Click right upper tab (Done)
6. Run Installous now >> Click Downloads >> You will find your file (without thumbnail) >> Click your file >> Install >> You Are Done

Source: http://ipad-os.net/ifile-cydia-app-for-iphoneipodipad-freedebrepo/

The Ready Cee Show - Episode #175

I'm short on words this week. Just download the new episode and get ready to rip through your streets with pure fire. I don't have to explain how me and DJ Mixx get down, you already know how we do! RAW SHIT FOR YOUR SYSTEM! DIRECTLY FROM THE BOOGIE DOWN BRONX STRAIGHT TO YOU!

DOWNLOAD HERE

When Keepin It Real Goes Right w/ Heltah Skeltah

SEAN PRICE isn't known for pulling punches verbally or otherwise. Those familiar with the legendary HipHop duo, Heltah Skeltah are no strangers to such knowledge. Here's a view of real life happening on stage in New York City.