“DJing is equal parts technique and selection. A good set is like a convincing speech: the message is as important as the delivery. The magic happens when the tracks are assembled in front of (and in reaction to) a given crowd.”

A-Trak has some very strong words of wisdom and lays into the topical buzz of the “button pusher”; DJs who do not really DJ, but rather build a premade set to create a more superficial show using lights and fx. Check out his insightful and experienced opinion on the matter at The Huffington Post where he guest writes! You can check out the article HERE!

We all know about the raging party in the desert that is Coachella – but have you heard about their latest development at sea? Just announced, the S.S. Coachella festival is set to depart mid December; destination: Bahamas and Jamaica (two separate voyages). Find all the details by clicking “READ MORE” below!

Bet you thought we were done! BeatSpit is proud to introduce our newest feature, CALENDAR, which can be reached here or by clicking on “Calendar” above on the main menu. We’re going to be including release dates on the calendar, and we add them as we see them! Simply hover over the artist’s name to see what they’re going to be releasing. Plus, check out Infected Mushroom’s newest release, “Nation of Wusses.” Be sure to click “Read More” for information on the FREE download, offered to us a day early by Dim Mak Records.

Nation of Wusses – Infected Mushroom – Dim Mak by BeatSpit