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The Sound of Scratch

“The Sound of Scratch” is a deep dive into the raw art of turntablism, blending beat juggling, vinyl tricks, and sharp-edged production. This playlist features some of the most respected names in the scratch DJ scene, including DJ Qbert, D-Styles, Kid Koala, and Rob Swift, delivering everything from experimental blends to classic battle-style cuts. It’s packed with instrumental hip-hop beats, funky sample flips, and a heavy emphasis on technique, all layered with intricate scratching that turns the turntable into a true instrument.

Tracks like “Pretty Girl with a Crooked Smile” and “2 bit Blues” ride the groove with heavy texture, while cuts like “5 Fingers of Death” and “DJ Polar Bear Vs. Shiggar Fraggar” showcase high-speed precision and creativity behind the wheels of steel. Whether it’s obscure radio snippets, boom bap pockets, or chopped-up conversations, this is a collection that highlights the unpredictable and gritty soundscape unique to the world of scratch DJs.

Fingerbangerz 6 tracks
D-Styles 6 tracks
Shortkut 5 tracks
DJ Qbert 5 tracks
Mix Master Mike 4 tracks
Invisibl Skratch Piklz 4 tracks
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