A real-time case study in applied architecture: deconstructing the art of open-format DJing. These are the notes.
The first step is a deep study of the masters, primarily Jazzy Jeff and DJ AM. I'm not just listening to the music; I'm mapping the architecture of their sets. How do they bridge genres, tempos, and eras? The goal is to reverse-engineer the decision-making process—to see the underlying system that makes a seemingly chaotic blend of music feel intentional and elegant.
Beatmatching across genres presents a unique challenge. The tolerance for error remains zero, but the variables increase exponentially. It's not just about matching BPMs, but about understanding rhythmic structures—the swing of a soul record versus the drive of a rock track. This is the foundational skill required to build bridges between musical worlds.
The first multi-genre sequence. A short, twenty-minute sketch moving from '70s soul to '90s hip-hop to modern electronic. It's not a polished mix, but a test of the core thesis: can a coherent narrative be built from these disparate parts? The structure holds. The next iteration will focus on refining the transitions and deepening the musical conversation.