Saturday, May 11, 2013

[VIDEO] DJ Scend - Sessions at #TheShoebox (Echoed Cuts)


Finally got some time to start learning this Rane TTM 57 SL and decided to record some patterns using the echo effect. 

Friday, April 26, 2013

[AUDIO] Add-2 - More Missed Calls (pres by 2 Dope Boyz)


Artwork by Zeph Farmby.

I've been a fan of Add-2's music for a long time now and I was honored when he asked me to drop some cuts as a feature on this project. You can check out my feature on track #10 (Boombap Blues).

The official write up via 2 Dope Boyz is below:
 
"After hiting y’all with a couple 2dope leaks, the DopeHouse is proud to give the world premiere of Add-2′s latest mixtape offering. As a follow-up to 2011′s One Missed Call, the Chicago emcee dedicates More Missed Calls to his loyal fans w/ features and production from ANTHM, Sean Boog, Asia Monique, Slot-A, DJ Scend, J-Rell, Thelonious Martin, Khrysis and more. Hit the jump to stream/download and let Add know your thoughts on Twitter." 




Monday, April 22, 2013

[AUDIO] THHP x DJ Scend - GURU Tribute Mix 2013



Hip Hop lost one of its greatest individuals on April 19, 2010. Keith Edward Elam, better known as GURU to the masses, passed away from cancer, but his music lives on. DJ Scend and Roper wanted to celebrate the life and legacy of GURU and the Gang Starr duo by dedicating this show to them. DJ Scend runs through GURU's catalog of timeless music with originals, remixes and joints you may not have known GURU was featured on. Sit back and enjoy the The Hip Hop Project's official GURU Tribute Mix, recorded live on April 20th.

The Hip Hop Project has been on air since 1995 and is one of America's longest running hip hop radio shows. Be sure to tune in every Saturday night to catch Roper and DJ Scend from 10p-12a CST on 88.7 FM if you're in Chicago and/or www.wluw.org worldwide.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

[AUDIO] DJ Scend - Mini Mix Series Vol 1


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DJ Scend's mini mix series started as just another way to show his skill and provide you with good music. As it developed it also became a way to share some of his most treasured music with the world. Although the mixes have been individually available before, the release of his Mini Min Series Vol. 1 today includes a special, unreleased mix that can only be heard on the compilation. The series is available for purchase on bandcamp along with the official artwork, done by Marie Ferrer of Hostile Takeover.


 

Thursday, April 4, 2013

[AUDIO] Scheme - Uneven Score feat DJ Scend


Scheme and The Analyst release a brand new song from their upcoming project which is due out soon. Analyst laces Scheme with smooth production and DJ Scend adds cuts to bring it all together. Uneven Score finds Scheme battling old habits, while trying to break new ground. He understands the challenges he faces up ahead, but lets us know he is taking them all in stride. It’s go time; final seconds on the clock and Scheme‘s taking the shot. No questions asked; time to settle that uneven score.

Written by Scheme
Produced by The Analyst
Cuts by DJ Scend
Mixed by Alex “Papi Beatz” Baez at Jay Vega Studios

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

[EVENT] #HelloHipHop presents Scheme & DJ Scend


SubT Lounge 2011 w North ave
$7 @ the door [No guest list]
21 + 

Performances by :

Scheme & DJ Scend
Tony Centrino
Joint logistics
CoJack + Open Mic !

Hosted by VISUAL
Our resident DJ's B vax & Shon Roka will be holding it down

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

[VIDEO] DJ Scend - Mini Mix Series Vol 1 (PROMO)



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Following the completion of his mini-mix series, DJ Scend decided he's not done yet. Teaming up with Sol Films, he's presenting you with a snippet of what to expect off his official release of the Mini-Mix Series Vol. 1. His bonus mix, "Watch Me Work", is the newest addition to his series and will only be available as part of the compilation series. Full audio will drop April 9, 2013, for now stay tuned and enjoy the video.

Video Filmed & Directed by George Sol of Sol Films

Monday, March 25, 2013

[EVENT] #RIPRAP GURU // Gang Starr Edition at SubT Lounge

R.I.P. RAP || Guru / Gang Starr Edition
============================
 Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 at SubT Lounge
2011 W. North Ave. 9pm-2am, 21+, $5
(free b4 11pm w/ rsvp to riprapchicago@gmail.com)

Featuring All Guru / Gang Starr / DJ Premier DJ sets by:
TREW & SCEND

Live art by: DMNOLOGY

Live Beat Set by: MAX + PORE
Host: MS. CHICAGO

Presented by: Ground Lift Media + Ms. Chicago
Powered by The Hip-Hop Project

Sunday, March 24, 2013

[AUDIO] THHP x DJ SCEND - Notorious B.I.G. Tribute Mix 2013


 DJ Scend was named the new host and dj for The Hip Hop Project a few weeks back and has his first recorded show now available for free download! Since this particular show originally aired on March 9th, Scend decided to pay proper homage to The Notorious B.I.G. that night by rockin' a tribute mix live on air. 

You can cop the FREE DOWNLOAD and LISTEN link BELOW:

 

The Hip Hop Project has been on air over 15 yrs and is one of Chicago's longest running indie hip hop radio shows. Be sure to tune in every Saturday night to catch DJ Scend and Roper Fuentes from 10p-12a CST on 88.7 FM if you're in Chicago and/or http://www.wluw.org worldwide.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

DJ Scend Hits SXSW 2013


I'm heading to SXSW with my team bearing gifts for your ears. Mini Mix Series Vol. 1 CDs are printed and ready for you to cop. Just make sure to come out Tuesday night and catch me at Logan's for "House vs Hip Hop - SXSW Edition", where I'll be spinning alongside the homie Fishr Pryce, Marvel and Dynamix to get your copy. There are limited quantities so make sure you keep up with me and the squad via Facebook and Twitter to see where we'll be.



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