Category:Turntablism

Turntablism is the art of manipulating records and turntables to create new sounds, rhythms, and compositions. It emerged in hip-hop culture in the 1970s and has since influenced electronic music, breakbeat, and battle DJ competitions.

Characteristics

• Scratching and beat juggling, using turntables as an instrument.
• Complex and technical mixing techniques, including backspinning and looping.
• Live performance and improvisation, often showcased in DJ battles.
• Use of breakbeats and sampled material, with heavy reliance on vinyl records.
• Pioneering influence on hip-hop and electronic music, evolving into its own discipline.

Artists and Labels

Turntablism has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• DMC World Championships
• Invisibl Skratch Piklz
• Battle Breaks

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Grandmaster Flash
• DJ Qbert
• Mix Master Mike
• DJ Shadow
• Cut Chemist
• DJ Craze