I saw Damu remaking this beat and wanted to have a go for fun. I originally remade this beat on my MPC 2000xl, but now I am rocking the Maschine I recreated it for learning purposes. The drums are a different break than the originals and I left out the scratching as cutting it up [...]
What’s up! So besides all the scratching, some of you may know that I make beats. Beats for scratch practice, sure, but also hip hop beats for a wider use. I know a lot of DJs that produce beats in addition to scratching. It provides a good balance when you need a break from the [...]
by Short-e - Studio Scratches on October 22, 2010
in Production
Someone recently asked me where I find all my music. I thought I would start sharing my musical finds as you never know what will inspire you to scratch. Let me know what you think of these type of posts and if you have any recommendations to share. Lets kick off with this found via [...]
by Short-e - Studio Scratches on October 18, 2010
in Production
DJ Brace hit me up yesterday to let me know that his new album “Synesthasia” is out and asked if I could spread the word. So here is one of the tracks for your enjoyment. Synesthasia – NH26 by DJBrace More info on this project as taken from the site: After winning a Juno for [...]
Check out this beatmaking video by Vin Roc. Pull up a chair sit back and relax. Some words from the man himself: This is a short film/music video I made in support of an instrumental album I’m working on called “Beat Freak”. The joint is called “Believe”. I made this at a time when I [...]
Check out this three part documentary focusing on J Dilla’s life in Los Angeles. DILLA! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Larger video sizes available here
I have been producing beats for around 7 or 8 years now in various ways. It complements scratching perfectly for me so when I get tired of one I flip to the other to keep things fresh and they both help each other. I thought I would start sharing my beats with you as visual [...]
by Short-e - Studio Scratches on February 10, 2010
in Production
Today is the 4th anniversary of J Dilla’s passing. One of my fav producers EVER. Thanks for all the beats Dilla! Posted this video before but I think its a fitting tribute. PEACE! – Short-e
by Short-e - Studio Scratches on July 12, 2009
in Production
Studio Scratches Producer DJ Brace woke us up early this morning to drop his new remix release of the “Classic” Pharcyde track on us. Featuring some of the tightest scratches around and some heavy boom bap this track is getting heavy rotation in the Studio Scratches camp. The start and end are great to loop [...]
by Short-e - Studio Scratches on June 25, 2009
in Production
A real nice scratched track for your ears