[from liner notes]
In the spring of 2002, Scratch DJ Academy opened its doors with two missions: gain recognition for the DJ as a musician and establish a place where people can learn about DJ'ing. Led by the late Jam Master Jay and fueled by interest and love from enthusiasts world wide, the first semester of the Scratch DJ Academy was filled with historic moments, extraordinary artistic expressions and unique insight into today's hottest art form. Now you can bring the scratch DJ Academy into your home. This DVD jam packs all the best moments from the first of its kind DJ Symposium Series that started the historic Scratch DJ Academy.
Contents
Slipmat Studies
Jam Master Jay, Mista Sinista, A-Trak, Gerald "World Wide" Webb; Moderated by Reg E Gaines (author, Bring In Da Noise, Bring In Da Funk). The experts build the Scratch DJ Academy foundation from the ground up. Featuring amazing turntable showcases and engaging discussions about this art form.
Battle Class
Mista Sinista, Roli Rho, Kuttin Khandi, D-Stroy. These are the Olympic athletes of the DJ world. Here's where you learn why they battle and what it was like coming up in the underground NYC battle scene.
Club Class
Johnny Walker Red, Max Glazer, Jahi Sundance, DJ Kaori, D-Stroy. They know what you want to hear before you do. Enough said.
Mix Tape Class
Green Lantern, DJ G Brown, Tapemasta. With one ear to the streets and the other on the beats these are the playas that make your disc player bounce and your stereo kick. Check the Hustle.
Beatmaking Class
DJ Premier, Evil Dee, DJ Shok, Reg E. Gaines. These hit-making heavyweights tell how you swim with the sharks without losing your soul or your love for the game.
Bonus Features:
- A-Trak's mind-blowing Slipmat Studies Set
- Roli Rho breaks down his SUCKA routine
- Business tips with Justo & Madsol
- Interview with Turntable Pioneer DJ Logic
Color and B&W, 76 minutes
Dolby Digital
NTSC