Do you ever get in a slump with your scratching? Where you seem stuck in a rut doing the same patterns and techniques and can’t break out or get inspired? I know I do. Here are some things that I recommend: Watch an inspiring scratch video of a master at work -Here is my favorite: […]
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How to have a Scratch Breakthrough
Hey Folks. I spotted a really great article titled The Breakthrough by Corbett Barr and was struck by how much it relates to scratching. With kind permission (Thanks Corbett!) I have taken the article and adapted it to having a scratch breakthrough. What is a scratch breakthrough? A scratch breakthrough is when you FINALLY understand a […]
Why It’s OK To Be Different
Hey Folks, how are you all? Today I am sharing a few facts that may or may not surprise you. This post is about being true to yourself, even if this goes against the “norm” or what “everyone else” is doing. Some facts: I don’t usually hang out with scratch DJs in real life. I […]
The Simple Art of Scratching
The simplicity of scratching: Turntable, mixer, sample vinyl, beat. Have fun today. – Short-E You only really need those 4 things above to be fully engaged in the art of scratching. Today there is so much equipment out there, so many new features that it is easy to lose track of the simple art of […]
The Surprising Truth About Being Taught How To Scratch
I recently read this quote and have been reflecting on how true it is for being taught how to scratch. Techniques and skill and even a point of view are often handed down, formally or not. It’s easier to get started if you’re taught, of course. But art, the new, the ability to connect the […]
Should you be practicing scratching right now?
I have adapted this graphic from OddQuartet.com to inspire you into practice: Original OddQuartet.com image spotted in a post by Alessio Foti Happy Scratching! 😀 – Short-E