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Thursday 22^nd October @ BB Kings saw New York and the rest of the world for that matter, came together for what was the greatest event I have ever witnessed. The Grand Master Roc Raida Tribute. I have never seen so much unity, love and respect in one room! All to tribute a World Champion DJ, great father, family man and friend. RIP Grand Master Roc Raida. ....

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I was so happy to be in ....New York.... for this memorable event along with Tony Prince (Founder of DMC). ....

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Many of the greatest turntablists on planet Earth gathered at BB Kings to re-create Roc Raida’s routines throughout his battling/DJ career and to pay tribute to this legend. It took me a few days after the event to even come up with what I wanted to say about the event, because if I am honest it left me completely speechless.....

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Where do I start?....

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BB Kings was full to the brim of 900+ people all there for one reason. ....

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Tony Prince got up on stage to a full house to introduce the incredible DJs who were about to perform. It was great hearing Tony shouting Roc Raidaaaaaaaaaaaaaa like he did in1995, the year he won the DMC World Championship, and I know how many of the DJs loved having Tony on stage!  ....

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The night kicked off with tributes by the X-Ecutioners – Rob Swift, Boogie Blind, Total Eclipse, Mista Sinista and Precision. Boogie Blind in particular blew me away; these guys are truly the best! Raida would have been so proud of them all. ....

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The stage was full and crowded! As I looked around on stage and saw the super star line up, I realised this was a one off event and was unlikely to ever happen again!....

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Paying their tributes to the Grand Master was former DMC World Champions A-Trak who performed Raida’s ‘Push It Routine’ and DJ Craze who performed ‘Ugly People Be Quiet’ and ‘Sucka MCs’. I don’t know what it is about Craze, but I could watch him for hours, he oooozed personality and flare as he always does and smiled throughout his set, his re-creations were out of this world, he makes it look way too easy! ....

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Newly crowned DMC World Champion DJ Shiftee stepped up with one of my favourite Raida routines – ‘Chief Rocka’. ....

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The Beat Junkies DJ Babu performed ‘Going Back To Cali’ and Shortkut performed ‘I Got To Have It’.....

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DJ I-Dee re-created ‘Bring It Here’, DJ Dummy performed ‘Bridge Is Over’. ....

I loved how all the DJs incorporated Raida’s body tricks, it was so special, and every single DJ who performed was amazing. ....

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There were two screens on either side of stage that aired tribute videos to Raida. Personal videos, on tour documentaries, DMC footage, messages from the likes of DJ Premier, Jazzy Jeff and Mix Master Mike. It was so touching, and I could feel everyone in BB Kings felt the same way I did. ....

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The night was an emotional roller coaster, brimming with happiness and joy and sad and tearful the next, all within the space of 3 hours. ....

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Other performances on the night came from the Almighty Beat Junkies (Babu, J.Rocc,  Rhettmatic and Shortkut) who performed a tribute set, amazing amazing performance. It was so good to see all the Beat Junkies in the building! I love these guys.....

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The inventor of the Beat Juggle and X-Men founder ‘Steve Dee’ stepped up to stage to perform as well as Roli Rho of the 5th Platoon. ....

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The night’s hosts were Kinetic NRG and Lord Sear. Fantastic party rocking sets were provided by Z-Trip, J.Rocc and  Spin One (who runs a show alongside DJ Fatfingaz and DJ Yonny) on alistradio.net and their show that I have been a guest on now numerous times is Table Manners, so big shouts to the Table Manners crew!....

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One of the highlights for me alongside Craze and Boogie Blind was the phenomenal ‘Rock The Bells’ circle. This was truly outstanding! DMC Legend and one of my fav men in the world: DJ Cash Money got up, everyone chanting his name! Rock The Bells included – Rob Swift, Mista Sinista, Total Eclipse, A Trak, DJ Scratch, Boogie Blind, Cash Money, Total Eclipse, Sean C, Precision, Craze and more!....

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I could have stayed at BB Kings till daylight, and I think the DJs and everyone in the building would have too! ....

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Busta Rhymes came onto stage and brought Tyesha (Raida’s wife) and two of their beautiful children up one by one. He talked about Raida, touring with him, how they have become close and close to his beautiful family. It was just something else.....

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Many other attendees included: Kool Herc, Lord Finesse, Large Professor, Johnny Juice, Scram Jones, Scribble, IXL, Eclipse, Infamous, Klever, J-Smoke, DJ Slyce, IXL, Immortal Technique and so many many more plus Roc Raida’s mother and family on his side and in laws.....

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It was great to also see my friends Christie Z, Sondra, Marilyn, Cutfucious, Marcus, Fatfingaz (ouuuuuuuuuuuw), Rugged One, Esquire, Yom, Russell, Matty Mcfly, Ty Handswell and anyone who I have missed I am sorry, there were too many people there!....

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Huge respect and props to Sugarcuts, Sean C, Pro and everyone that put together and worked on the event. ....

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Much love and respect to Tyesha and their beautiful family.....

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RIP ROC RAIDA. MUCH LOVE....

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Sally Mclintock ....

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Check this footage directly from John Carluccio (Battlesounds/Hop Fu)....

DJ Roc Raida Tribute -- Video for Tableturns Reunion / NYC Tribute event (10.2009)....

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4KAhBDflHg....

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PS: Those requesting permission to organize an official fundraiser/tribute - please contact roc4raida@gmail.com

http://www.myspace.com/rocraida
http://www.myspace.com/thegongdjbattle

Donations can be sent directly to his family through http://www.paypal.com using: ladietye@yahoo.com ....

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The Next Official Roc Raida Tribute/Fundraiser has been organized by Lord Finesse  for ....

Nov. 17 @ SOBs NYC
Doors at 7pm. Show at 9pm - ? Featuring DITC, Brand Nubian, Large Professor, The Beatnuts, Immortal Technique. Host: Lord Sear. DJ Boogie Blind and Da Beatminerz. More guests tba. $18 adv. $22 day of. Buy tickets now! sobs.com SOBs ....204 Varick St..... at West Houston NYC. 1 to ....Houston.....  No Guest List! NO Video Cameras!

OCT. 21: THE HALFTIME SHOW WNYU
DJ Craze, Shiftee, Roli Rho, Mista Sinista, Sean C, Sugarcuts, Tyeasha (Roc Raida's wife) and more!  http://bit.ly/kMzPz  Watch footage! youtube.com/watch?v=n-xplnzTcPM

DJ PREMIER's RADIO TRIBUTE TO ROC RAIDA
Part 1: sendspace.com/file/2axsye
Part 2: sendspace.com/file/9cnkw4

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For 25 incredible boundary pushing, trend setting, scratched, cut and mixed years, the world’s largest DJ organization, DMC, has been the authority on the DJ battle. The DMC’s annual World DJ Championship competition brings together the world’s brightest DJ talents, vetted by a series of gruelling global heats. By doing so, DMC continues to host one of the most entertaining and jaw dropping shows you will ever witness. This year’s show is no different. In the 25^th Anniversary of this prestigious competition, DMC is bigger than ever.

On September the 11^th and 12^th, the Indig02 will see the DJ event of the year shake the very foundations of the entire infamous Dome. For the 25^th Anniversary the stakes are higher than ever for the winners of this momentous year. And DMC are pulling all the stops to make sure this is not just a competition, but in the true essence of the DJ, a party to remember. With competitors from over 30 countries spanning the globe, the truly international DMC is bigger than ever

To kick start the weekend correctly, Friday, September 11^th’s proceedings see the exhilarating Battle For Supremacy take place, with last year’s World Champion DJ Switch defending his title against the planet’s very best Supremacy title holders, including this year’s UK winner – DJ Rasp. The Team Battles also take place on the day, determining who will follow in the footsteps of the competition’s greats of previous years – from France’s C2C, Scratch Perverts and the Allies.

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In between the intense battles, the charismatic DJ Yoda will present a special live AV performance detailing the 25 Years of DMC, in his own ingenious way. This is bound to be a one-off, extremely exciting performance that is not to be missed! DJ I-Dee will also be showcasing the brand new Numark NS7 on the night, using state of the art Serato Itch software – a World’s first!  Jehst and Micall Parknsun follow up their storming UK Final set, returning with an energetic, unbeatable performance that you cannot miss.

On Saturday September 12^th, DJ Jeppa will be flying the British flag in the DJ Championship World Final, as the worlds best DJs compete for the ultimate accolade! Pioneering legend and former DMC World Champion, DJ Q Bert will be flying over to perform on the night, and Rob Swift (Ill Insanity / X-Ecutioners) will be showcasing Scratch Live, as presented by sponsors Rane and Serato. Current World Champ DJ Fly will also be showcasing his talents.

And of course the winners will not leave empty handed - Champions over the two days have treats a-plenty in store. The bounty that awaits them will include prizes from Panasonic and Technics, Numark NS7, Drunknmunky clothing, Rane TTM57Sl mixer, Rane SL3’s, CKIN2U goodies, Gold Disc awards, Ortofon needles and DMC are bringing back the much sought after classic Champion jackets for the 25^th Anniversary.

At the end of the night, to round off the 25^th Anniversary celebrations in style, DMC have invited a myriad of the best of the best to perform together in one massive SUPER JAM! Q Bert, Rob Swift, DJ Fly, Shiftee and Switch. Hosted by the world famous Killa Kela, it is going to be legendary as the experienced winners go back to back with the new world champs.

DMC's Sally McLintock
THE DMC USA DJ FINALS - Rocking The Big Apple

What was the highlight of New York's biggest DJ event of the year last weekend?
"Being at the US Finals itself was a highlight for me. I love being in New York and at the event and seeing the different flavour the US has to offer - and of course, watching Kool DJ Red Alert hosting the DMC's again!"

Tell us about the DMC feature in the New York Times?
"I'm so happy for Christie and DMC USA. The Finals made the New York Times, which is amazing, it's rare for events of our nature to make the NY Times. I brought back a couple of copies, one for me and one for Tony Prince."

What legends did you bump into at The Crotona Park Jam in The Bronx Sally...?
"Dan it was unreal. I wanna be back at Crotona Park! I met Kool Herc, Biz Markie, Tony Tone from the Cold Crush Brothers, Grandmaster Caz, Lord Finesse, DJ Scratch, I bumped into Steve Dee too. So many legends just hanging out enjoying the Hip Hop, it's everything I imagined Hip Hop back in the day to be."

I hear you were on the A List Radio 'Table Manners' show in New York - what was that like? Does Terry Wogan have to start quaking in his shoes?
"I love being on radio Dan, no lie! It was great, I was there, Christie Z who organises DMC USA, Fat Fingaz (DMC US host, and DMC enthusiast), Donnie D (US Finalist judge) and two of the DMC US Finalists - DJ Lodus and DJ Ohm. We did a two hour show, which will be available to watch again on www.dmcdjchamps.com in a few days! Terry Wogan…watch this space!"

Who is your favourite turntablist ever?
"That would be DJ Craze for me without a doubt. I love watching him perform, he just becomes part of the turntable."

Best ever Turntablist Performance?
"I absolutely loved C2C's 2005 performance, I loved the showmanship and the musicality of these guys, they truly are amazing artists…"

The most underrated Turntablist who hasn't won a world title?
"The most underrated DJ to not win a World DMC title in my opinion is DJ Woody or DJ Dexter from his 2000 World Final set when he came runner up to Craze…"

So. A monumental event. Shiftee from NYC crowned again - but I understand there's a West Coast dude right behind him...?
"Indeed, first of all congratulations to Shiftee though. He was excellent and a contender for this year's title I'm sure. Runner up went to Mista B from San Francisco who is part of the 4onefunk crew - I loved his set, so musical and funky. He definitely deserved runner up, watch out for Mista B."

Why haven't you moved to New York - you are the DMC Turntable Queen?
"Ha ha! Dan. I would love to move to NYC. Not sure the DMC family would be too happy about that one though would they?"

What is the greatest thing DMC has brought to the DMC / Turntable / Hip Hop world?
"The platform that is there for the DJ once they win that World title. I'm so proud of DMC and so happy to be such a main part in this event. DMC are truly one of the DJ pioneers and longest running DJ organisation, plus we care about the DJ and the artform."

What was it like witnessing our host DJ Red Alert for the first time - back in the day during the 80s you were far too young to have seen him, what were your impressions of the Hip Hop maestro?
"Yes I was never allowed to come along to the Royal Albert Hall days when I was like 8. I wouldn't have been a pain though, I would have been as quiet as a mouse!!! But it was amazing to watch Red on stage instead of watching the footage! Hearin his famous ayyyyyyy yooooo, and what a brilliant year for him to host being the 25th anniversary year"

What is the best thing about New York?
"The people, being an English girl in New York, the Hip Hop park jams and I have some great friends out there."

Who is going to win the titles at DMC 2009 in your opinion?
"There are so many surprises each year Dan - any country can win, which is why DMC is such a great event. Everyone needs to come down and witness the show DMC are planning for the 25th anniversary World Final, its gonna be a very special year. See you there people..."

With only 7 weeks to go now till the 25th DMC WORLD FINAL, DMC HQ has much to report!

Hip-Hop Connection and DMC are proud to announce that the August issue
of the world's premier digital rap magazine will be entirely devoted
to the past, present and future of DMC.

Celebrating DMC's 25th year at the top of the worldwide deejay scene,
the issue will cover everything from who DMC icons like DJ Craze,
Q-Bert, A-Trak, Roc Raida and Cash Money think is the world's greatest
ever deejay to profiling UK champs through the ages and rolling out a
series of archived photos of legendary moments - including
performances from James Brown and Public Enemy.

Available to download for free on August 18th from www.hhcdigital.net,
the issue is the perfect way to gear up for 2009's World DJ
Championships on September 12th.

WORLD FINAL – FRIDAY 11TH AND SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 2009

WORLD FINAL TICKET NOW ON SALE! 
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To celebrate the 25th anniversary of DMC, we are putting online for free the full catalogue of DMC History onto www.dmcworld.tv.

The entire catalogue will be edited into individual DJs sets from 1987 – 2008 to give fans of the art of turntablism a goldmine of amazing performances from the World DJ Championships, World Team championships, Battle For World Supremacy, World Eliminations, The UK and USA championships plus interviews, backstage, showcases, exclusive never seen before footage, outtakes, fans pages and more to share!

Enjoy the first 366 videos!

Talking of videos I have two brand new trailers of the NEW UK Champions – Rasp and Jeppa from the UK Final:

DJ Jeppa trailer - http://www.dmcworld.tv/default.asp?vid=275856

DJ Rasp trailer - http://www.dmcworld.tv/default.asp?vid=275848

Here are three great videos from Hot110 who were back stage at the UK Finals… catch these interviews with Inja, Skinnyman and Jehst! Thanks to Hot 110 and James Urban Nerds

Skinny - http://www.hot110.net/music/skinnyman/
Jehst - http://www.hot110.net/music/jehst/
Inja - http://www.hot110.net/music/inja/

On the night we have performances from UK legends - Jehst/Skinnyman/Inja/Micall Parknsun + the best battle of the year so far- DJ Switch V DJ Shiftee!!

 

Also coming down to judge/spectate /watch and join the party is Mr Thing / DJ Blakey / Harry Love / IQ / Cutmaster Swift / Billy Biznizz / Matman / Dare Devil / Loop Skywalker / Clever Munkey / The Last Skeptik / Jazz T / Urban Nerds + ALL Urban Nerd resident DJs (Klose One, Rattus Rattus, Ordio Kid, Drama, Dusty Lungs, Daddy Nature) / Proffessor Green / Supar Nova /  Skratchworx! Thats just a few of our guests!

 

So come and get involved and support the UK scene!!!

 

+ FREE AFTER PARTY

Elbow Rooms - 89-91 Chapelmarket, N1 9EX - Midnight - 2.30am

Just a little walk round the corner to where we will all be drinking till the early hours!  

 

 

If thats not enough for you, read the following amusing diaries from the DMC WORLD CHAMPIONS - DJ Shiftee and DJ Switch:

http://www.dmcdjchamps.com/features.asp

 

DMC UK Final trailer - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg4pcKHggg8 

 

Sally

 

PS - I am featured this week on www.wearsthetrousers.com so if you fancy reading this interview here is the link - http://wearsthetrousers.com/2009/07/06/wii-1-sally-mcclintock/#more-7442 
Its the first feature of its kind on the site, its about women in the music industry!

 

PPS - See you tomorrow night!!

........Watch the DMC UK Final 2009 Promo trailer -
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Also listen back to the DMC Takeover on Diesel Radio with special guests - Jehst + Inja + DMC World Champion - DJ Switch

....http://www.dmcdjchamps.com/audio.asp


For tickets for the DMC UK Final @ Islington Academy on Thursday 9th July please visit - www.dmcworld.com / www.ticketweb.co.uk

 

Many great names have taken part over the years and are now etched forever within the historic visual series of DVD’s and on the DMCWORLD.COM web site’s DMC Hall of Fame. The inspirational performances of the world champions have advanced the art of turntablism and go down in the history books for pushing the limits of what humans can do with technology.

 

2009’s UK Finalists battling it out for a coveted place in September’s World Finals are to be announced as soon as all the regional finals are finished.

 

For all press, radio and online queries, please contact: corin@grindstonepromo.com, 07745522892 or 0207 278 2076

DMC UK DJ Final and Battle For UK Supremacy
02 Academy Islington, N1 Centre, N1 0PS
Thursday 9th July 7pm – Midnight

www.dmcworld.com

 

Tickets - £12.50 available from

http://www.dmcworld.com/  (01628 667124)

http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/   0844 477 2000 

http://www.o2academyislington.co.uk/  

 

Download the DMC UK 2009 heats application form today if you want to enter this years competition!

http://www.dmcdjchamps.com/downloads/2009UKAppForm.zip

Please post back to DMC, or email it to sally@dmcworld.com, or fax back to 01628 605246