Suite903 TV: Interview with DJ Premier

Suite903 was honored to host the legend (and OG Suite DJ!) Premier, who came through Suite903 to discuss the intricacies of how he makes his beats, sampling, crate digging, and remaining excited about making music, which he clearly has been his entire career.

Suite903 DJs Take Brooklyn Bowl for I Love Vinyl Party Series

The all-black everything code per Jay-Z might be a little played by the time summer is in full-swing. Now is as good a time as any to get your retro game up (sneakers, and baseball jerseys—spring training on fools). The Suite903 DJ alumni go retro by going analog at their recurring “I Love Vinyl” event. This Saturday DJs OP!, Ge-Ology, Moni, and Twilite Tone are part of the lineup at Brooklyn Bowl in Williamsburg. Get into the groove by clicking below for full details.
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Suite903 DJ: DJ Spinna

Suite903: No.5 (Part 1)

DJ Spinna is something of an anomaly in music. A humbling example of what it takes to truly succeed within the framework of multiple fields. A steadfast work ethic, an obsessively extensive vinyl library and the willingness to pursue the full extents of his roots (Funk, Soul and Jazz), foundation (Hip-Hop) and future (Electronic/Dance music) with no restraints. A cornerstone of Hip-Hop’s late 90’s indie-uprise, DJ Spinna made much of his first impression on listeners as the musical background of his group The Jigmastas. Turning heads throughout the industry, Spinna’s sonics soon infiltrated numerous genres. Tapped by everyone from Mary J. Blige to Motown Records (for his brilliant Michael Jackson homage to “We’re Almost There”). It’s here his production presence would flourish greatly, as Spinna would go on to revive and revise Soulful marvels like Donald Byrd, Eddie Kendricks, Betty Carter, Roy Ayers and Al Jarreau. With so much studio work, it’s a marvel Spinna travels as much as he does. The constant, globe-trotting performances he’s become equally famed for have brought the DJ as far as Iceland, Australia, and South Africa as well as countless jaunts through England, Europe and the U.S. Not to forget, his hugely successful tours of Japan, where Spinna is held in the highest regard throughout the country for his craft in music. Its true that there are other likeminded DJ/Producers in the world comparable to DJ Spinna, but for the most part, they choose a genre and master it. Ask them to flip another variety with the same intense knowledge and sleek-savvy and you’ll be hard pressed to find someone that’ll do it to Spinna’s extent.

Listen: Suite903: No.5 (Part 1)

Suite903 DJ: Qool DJ Marv

Suite903: No. 4

There is a method to his magic in the way Qool DJ Marv presents and plays music. He tunes into the atmosphere of the venue and the energy of the people, and then he blends what he sees with what he hears. Intertwining many styles for many faces from many places, Qool DJ Marv captivates you with his blend. The effortless flow & continuously ascending momentum of his wide ranging sets is inviting, hypnotic, & breathtaking. Qool DJ Marv crafts an unforgettable feel good get down party where everyone in the room will hear something that they enjoy. It’s as if he knew you were coming.

An inventive pioneer, Qool DJ Marv deliberately defies categorization to great effect. An evening of Qool DJ Marv may include mind boggling array of selections spanning many eras and decades of music including Rhythm & Blues, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Latin, House, Jazz, Funk, Rock and Soul classics, and Eclectic beats from around the world.

It’s Qool DJ Marv’s laid-back demeanor and the playfully enchanting smile that you 1st notice. He’s genuinely pleased to meet you and despite his even keel, he’s bubbling at the thought of what he has in store for your listening, dancing, and celebratory pleasure. There’s an exuberant idealism in Marv’s appealing mix that bridges us all – with a universal vibe, everybody gets down.

Listen: Suite903: No.4

Suite903 DJ: Sean B.

AMBER ALERT: IF ANYBODY KNOWS THE WHEREABOUTS OF SEAN B., DJ OF SUITE903 VOL.3- PLEASE HAVE HIM EMAIL info@suite903.com

Last Seen: Mixing Suite903 Vol. 3 w/ DJ Language…

Whereabouts: Unknown…

Download: Suite903 No.3- DJ Sean B.

Suite903 DJ: Prince Language

Suite903: No.3

Prince Language is one of New York City’s premiere underground DJ’s and producers. His acclaimed remix work for artists like LCD Soundsystem (DFA), MGMT, Lindstrom, The Juan Maclean (DFA), Armand Van Helden, the Rapture, Joakim, the Editors, and Sons And Daughters, as well numerous re-edits for the mysterious Editions Disco label have earned his tracks a place in the sets of DJ’s as diverse as Lindstrom, DJ Harvey, Carl Craig, James Murphy, Rub N Tug, and Gilles Peterson to name just a few. His series of mixes of left-field disco, house, electro, rock, and whatever else he feels like entitled The No Comprendo have been some of the most talked about mixes of the last year. As DJ Language he has released the acclaimed Real Music For Real People Compilation for BBE records, as well as mixed CDs for Nike, The Fader Magazine, Staple Design and Semblance Tokyo.” Aside from holding various NYC residencies DJ Language can be found djing in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Atlanta, Detroit, Atlanta and as far as Stockholm, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Prince Language: MySpace

Listen: Suite903 No.3: DJ Language

Suite903 DJ: Nickodemus

From the early days of Giant Step, to today’s Turntables on the Hudson parties, Nickodemus has been a key element in the NYC dance music scene for over 10 years. As a DJ & a producer, he explores the intersection of Urban & World Music with sounds of Funk, Folk, Jazz, Hip Hop, House & Dub- all with a message of peace, awareness & love for the dance.

With over 30 original songs & 40 or more remixes in the past 10 years, Nickodemus has carved a niche for himself in World Music & Dance Music by intersecting World & Urban sounds to make a unique dancefloor fusion of his own. Remixes for artists such as: Billy Holiday, Nina Simone, Thievery Corporation, Sultan Khan, Astor Piazzolla, Gilfeme, Dublex Inc, Boozoo Bajou, Karuan, Madrid de los Austrias, Truby Trio & more… Along with songs selected for Sex & the City & various feature films, the first song, “Mi Swing es Tropical,” on his debut album, “ENDANGERED SPECIES,” has been used for the recent itunes+ipod advert. See Nickodemus’ full discography!

Listen: Suite903 No.2: DJ Nicodemus

DJ Cosi

Cosi gets down not just for the funk of it, but for the love of it. He spins because nothing else is quite as satisfying and that is why New York is proud to claim him as one of its own.. “I play a mix of 70 & 80s R&B classics, funk, 80’s pop, hip-hop, reggae, afro-beat and house music,” Cosi explains. “I have a knack for knowing what people want to hear from just reading the crowd. When I play it, they dance. That’s the best feeling.” The feeling continues, even into his 15th year of spinning, as one of the few DJs who has truly mastered his art. He seamlessly blends several, if not all, of these genres throughout the evening, flawlessly moving the minds and bodies of those in the audience, making him one of the most sought-after DJs in New York City. If you’ve been to one of the myriad parties where Cosi has played, you’d know this experience first hand. Quite simply, his talent touches your soul. Tastemakers at Nike, The Gap, Brooks Brothers, MOMA, Hugo Boss, Timberland, Vibe Magazine, Phat Farm, The Chris Rock Show, Pepsi, The Magic Johnson Foundation, Enyce, Yves Saint Laurent, The National Basketball Players’ Association, The Fader Magazine, the Hudson Hotel, the W Hotel and many others have experienced this first-hand.

Listen: Suite903 Vol. 2-DJ Cosi

Exclusive: DJ Spinna f. Shabaam Sahdeeq & Erik Rico, “Melody”

With his first full hip-hop album in ten years dropping tomorrow, DJ Spinna threw us an exclusive preview of what to expect on Sonic Smash. “Melody” is just that… melodic; featuring Shambaam Sahdeeq and Erik Rico, the song is as easy on the production as it is on your ears. A smooth explanation of what a relationship is, or isn’t, all about. The album, coming out on High Water Music, will have features from Phonte, Elzhi, Fresh Daily, Torae and more. With his many roles in music, from his beginning as an artist with his group The Jigmastas, to being an influential producer for that ’90s New York sound working with everyone from Mary J. Blige to Mos Def, the influential DJ Spinna knows what we want to hear.

Download: DJ Spinna f. Shabaam Sahdeeq & Erik Rico, “Melody”