Tonedeff & DJ JS-1 – Competitive Nature (In-Studio Performance) [Video]

DJ JS-1 and Tonedeff were the personalities on this episode of Rap Is Outta Control. With a new album “Polymer”, Tonedeff spoke about the elements of composing this album from writing to producing, to engineering, and more. As one of the more unique emcees in the world of music, Tonedeff was accompanied by long-time friend and collaborator DJ JS-1 for a live, in-studio performance of the single “Competitive Nature” from “Polymer”. Check it out!

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4 Turntables w/ DJ Eclipse, DJ Evil Dee, DJ JS-1 & DJ DV One [Video]

After the Rock Steady Anniversary show in Central Park, DJ Eclipse brought some talented DJs to RIOC for a fun medley of breaks and cuts. With four turntables set up in the studio, pairs of two were formed where one DJ would spin breaks for an entire music set and the other DJ would provide cuts as overlays. This turned into a great session of improv DJing. The first group was DJ Evil Dee on the breaks and DJ Eclipse on the cuts, followed by DJ JS-1 on the breaks and DJ DV One on the cuts. Check it out!

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TrackBlasters Radio: 06.02.14

Da Fat Friday Afternoon – The Official Soundtrack To Your Weekend Host: DJ P.R. Today, DJ Crypt takes over the TB Radio airwaves with his “The Past, The Present, The Future – 15 Years DJ Crypt” mix. Enjoy! Record Of The Day: Back on Monday! Playlist Dilated Peoples feat. Aloe Blacc – Show Me The Way Shoutz over Betty Ford Boys – Raymond‘s Lament Ghostface Killah feat. AZ – Pieces To Da Puzzle Eko Fresh feat. Ferris Mc & Nine – Freakshow Marz feat. Lakmann & Sickless – Wer Aaah Sagt Madchild – White Knuckles Curlyman – Wake & Bake Onyx feat. Dope D.o.D. – Wake Da Fuck Up Busta Flex – Tatojojo4snapback Vs. Eko Fresh – Gheddo Reloaded Mars ft. Dj Crypt – 15 Years Exclusive Shurik‘n – Samurai Vs. Big L – Back Up Off Me Shurik‘n – Samurai Man Of Boom feat . DJ Scratch Dope – Melody Spells Shotta Shout Out – Interlude Mobb Deep – Put Em In Their Place 1, 2, 3, – Transition DJ JS-1 feat. OC – Turn The Tables Kool Savas – Märtyrer Lord Finesse feat. KRS-One – Vs. Kool Savas – Märtyrer Lord Finesse feat. KRS-One – Vs. Snowgoons – The Real Talk Curlyman feat. DJ Crypt – 15 Years Exclusive Laura Oyewale Exclusive Vs. Masta Ace – Beautiful Kailo feat. Aela Kae – Need Ya DJ Stylewarz feat. Eissfeldt & David P. – Wir Haben Immer Noch Den Größten P!jay feat. Prop Dylan & 12Finger Dan – That Ain‘t

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DJ JS-1feat. Murs, Fashawn & Akie Bermiss – Whatever It Takes (J57 Remix) [Stream x Download]

To become successful in any industry requires a high level of dedication–a willingness to do “Whatever It Takes” to make it to the top. On this brand new J57 Remix of DJ JS-1’s collaboration with Murs and Fashawn, this persistence is made evidently clear by all of the parties involved. Putting his own, more experimental, spin on JS-1’s original instrumental, which includes a vocal hook, courtesy of Akie Bermiss, J57 reminds listeners why he’s one of the game’s fastest rising talents. The original version is one of the many highlights featured on JS-1’s latest compilation LP, ‘It Is What It Isn’t,’ which is now available for stream, in its entirety.

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DJ JS-1 feat. KRS & Torae – Klick Clique [Stream x Download]

While KRS-One and Torae haven’t cemented that connection just yet, “Klick Clique” could be the start of something new. Linking the Teacha with Da Young Veteran, the track serves as a reminder that the underground sound is alive and well. As both emcees ride DJ JS-1’s supplied production; KRS with his consonance heavy bars and Torae with his lyrical gymnastics — “Klick Clique” is one of the many standout tracks on DJ JS-1’s latest compilation album, It Is What It Isn’t, which is out now on iTunes and all major digital retailers, and is available on CD through via Fat Beats and UGHH. Cop the project from The Rock Steady Crew triple threat, today!

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DJ JS-1 feat. Dynasty, Eternia & Sara Kana – Give A Damn [Stream x Download]

Hip-Hop has progressed leaps and bounds from its inception as a male dominated art form. From man, woman, and child, the game has been blessed with some incredible talent. From Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, and Jean Grae, to the burgeoning skills of Rapsody and Nitty Scott, MC, among others, the women of HIp-Hop have shown, and proved, in effort to break free from the industry’s stigma of what it takes to succeed. Bringing together a new wave of versed wordsmiths on the mic for a lethal trifecta, Queens producer, DJ JS-1 unites Dynasty, Eternia & Sara Kana to do their thing on “Give A Damn.” DJ JS-1’s latest compilation project, ‘It Is What It Isn’t,’ is now available on CD through Fat Beats and UGHH, for download via iTunes, and all major digital retailers. Pick up the 21-track opus, today.

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DJ JS-1 On The Halftime Show w/ DJ Eclipse [Video]

Rock Steady Crew member DJ JS-1 released his latest producer album, It Is What It Isn’t, featuring over 40 emcees. In this 27-minute interview with DJ Eclipse, JS-1 explains his vision in pairing emcees together that never worked together before and coming up with concepts for the collaborations. He pinpoints some of the easier artists to work with on the project such as Erick Sermon and KRS-One, along with his appreciation for Homeboy Sandman’s originality. JS-1 also expresses his excitement for a new career path from an old hobby, graffiti art. Puchase It Is What It Isn’t here.

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DJ JS-1 feat. Breeze Brewin’, Homeboy Sandman & Kyle Rapps – 110 Percent [Stream x Download]

“The safest way to get what you want,” said famed investor Charlie Munger, “is to deserve what you want.” We’re faced with people on a daily basis who don’t want to do the work necessary to succeed. Instead of trying to game the system and risk your reputation as a half-stepper, you should learn to love the work. This is nothing new for a student of the game like Queens’ deejay/producer, DJ JS-1, who after studying alongside the greats in the industry, and mastering his craft, is here to smash the clowns guilty of robbing the culture with their shortsighted gimmicks and bogus antics. Joining in his onslaught are Breeze Brewin’ of the Juggaknots fame, Homebody Sandman, and Kyle Rapps, who all speak on how they intend to rule their respective fields. “110 Percent” is the third leak taken from JS-1’s latest producer LP, It Is What It Isn’t, which is now available wherever you buy music.

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TrackBlasters Radio: 15.10.14

Da Wednesday Underground Flava – Underground & Old School Hip Hop Non-Stop Host: DJ P.R. Today’s show includes loads of new music from the likes of DJ JS-1, PRhyme, Saigon, Berner x B-Real, Jay Rock and Boaz. Enjoy! Record Of The Day: PRhyme (Royce Da 5’9″ & DJ Premier) – Courtesy Playlist DJ JS-1 feat. OC – Turn The Tables **Record Of The Day** PRhyme (Royce Da 5’9″ & DJ Premier) – Courtesy Saigon feat. Big Daddy Kane – One Foot In The Door Jay-Z – A Million And One Questions Berner & B-Real feat. Snoop Dogg & Vital – Faded Jay Rock – Parental Advisory Souls Of Mischief – All You Got Is Your Word Black Milk feat. Sean Price & Guilty Simpson – Scum DJ JS-1 feat. Erick Sermon, Tame One & Buckshot – Diehard Boaz – That Goodie Good EMIL – Coolin’ At The Treehouse Five Steez – Night Streets Lil Kim – Drugs Berner & B-Real feat. Demrick – Xanax & Patron J. Cole feat. 50 Cent & Bas – New York Times Cozz feat. J. Cole – Knock Tha Hustle (Remix) Download here (right click and save as…)

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DJ JS-1 feat. Murs & Fashawn – Whatever It Takes [Stream]

On the path to making a name for yourself, your bound to come across obstacles that will veer you away from your dream. Critics will try and call you out. Haters may go behind your back. Deals might go sour. Regardless, you need to make it your mission to keep plowing through, and if you’re DJ JS-1, you need to have the mentality of “Whatever It Takes.” For the latest single in promotion for his producer compilation LP, It Is What It Isn’t, which is now available, the Queens-based deejay/producer, concocts a teeth gnashed banger, that boasts notable guest appearances from Cali’s independent veteran, Murs, and the rising star, Fashawn. Adorned with a Premo’esque hook, both artists successfully expose the interesting duality of what it takes to make it. Whereas the Strange Music rapper drops bars detailing his humble beginnings on the grind, the Mass Appeal Records’ signee speaks on enjoying the moment and the problems that come from it. ‘It Is What It Isn’t,’ includes guest features from KRS-One, Erick Sermon, Ras Kass, O.C., Homeboy Sandman, Buckshot, Sadat X, The Artifacts, Breeze Brewin’, Soul Khan, Torae, AG and more, and is available on CD and vinyl, as well as digital download, through all major digital retailers.

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