When I first started DJing i wanted to be as good as my older brother. I eventually learned everything he new and I aimed to reach the level of DJs I heard on the radio. After perfecting all of their mixes I strived to attain the technicality of the DJs I saw competing in battles. Once I mastered all of their tricks, I felt ready to unleash all I knew on the world.
Knowing I had aspirations of competing in the popular battles of the time (New Music Seminar/DMC), my friend Juju (Beatnuts) decided to introduce me to another neighborhood DJ, Dr. Butcher. I recall going to his house with Juju, equipped with all I knew. Ready to showcase my skill on his turntables. He let me get on first and I did all I learned from my various influences. Then Dr. Butcher got on the set, displaying the most original style I ever saw. Butcher helped me realize that up until then, I was practicing to be as good as the DJs I looked up to. He would go on to help me change that and discover myself.
I remember taking my first Introduction to Psychology course during freshman year in College and realizing what would separate me from all others is if I took more of cerebral approach to DJing and developing battle routines. Gradually I started to cultivate my own unique style. Whenever I touched a pair of turntables, I wanted the first thought in the minds of my audience to be “What the hell made him think of doing that?” What followed were turntable compositions like my “Bridge” routine, “Nobody Beats The Biz” and “Funky For You”….
you guys always made me proud to keep spinning I get chills when I see any one of the Xec. on the set so ennovative as always//#PEACR2AllTheRealDj'sAroundThaWorld
oh shit i just realized I'm following you instagram i seen a part of this video up there and been looking for it since i seen it! bruh i'm watching as much of your videos to learn as much as possible! you boys are nasty!!!!!!
FINALLY FOUND OUT THE TRACK HE DROPS ON 3;22!!!! NEVER KNOWN SINCE I WAS "ELEVEN"!!!!!!….OLD SKOOL CLASSIC!!!! "THE CHAMP" BY THE MOWHAWKS!!!! CLEARLY SAMPLED TO DEATH!!! SINCE ITS RELEASE.
I bought the X-Ecutioner's European tour video back in '98. Best 30 bucks I ever spent. Most people had psychiatrists or got massages. I had my X-Men video.
Everytime I watch this routine it inspires me to stretch my mind way past I think it can go. This routine makes me wonder what you had to sacrifice in life at the time to get to that point back then. This is a true embodiment of practice makes perfect. Its crazy how Rob and the other XMen had an idea in the mind of what they wanted the routines to sound like and actually manifested it. Rob, YOU HAVE TRULY INSPIRED ME TO ACHIEVE MORE FROM WATCHING THIS ROUTINE. Thank You Brother!!!!
I gotta say as a huge fan Its always great to see talented people who are not out for billions of dollars but truly respect the art form. Rob definitely was part of a very short list of people that brought my inspiration to start D'Jing, taught me to strive to be different in what ever I do.
Had to raid this comment section. This is my first time seeing this routine. This is an older clip but it STILL BLEW MY MIND! Crazy how it was a routine you can dance to. Totally absorbed that energy you through on the stage. Keep moving!
you are my idol mate, ha sorry prob weirds you out all that shit but people bang on about certain dj's, i always so em your nobody beats the biz and terrordome routines. qbert can't do that, raida couldnt. to untrained ear and eye the body tricks and scratching wow the crowds but your juggles were and are legendary to the people that know
your welcome rob watched your dvd as the technics spin you are so inspirational i been doing this shit (turntablism) since 85 and i still get inspired by djs like you love your whole attitude approach and dedication to the art proper respect and thanks fpr replying 🙂
Man, I could never get my hands or knew the name of that track you drop at 1:18. I would surely appreciate if you could pass the knowledge. From a dj who always wanted to cut that up!
Man you whippersnappers didn't know about that James brown he slid in right? You have been skoooooooooled! James brown has more to do with rap than some of these cats out here. Niiiice!
Dope as always Rob. thanks for the inspiration brotha! I have a video of a show you guys did in Chapel Hill NC back in 2000. I opened for you guys at the Cat's Cradlle. I will post as soon as I am able. Pace out bro,,
When you did the stopping the turntable part and pushing the safer with your back you did a similar routine in a video I saw in YouTube with you battling roc raida! But instead of drinking water you dried your face with a towel! Its freaking so amazing and creative! What a show! Wish I was born in this era where sera to didn't exist… I know I would of learned a lot more about djing.. I can't imagine myself cueing all the marks with stickers.. people don't realize how much time is dedicate..
Nice.
Always loved your get up get into it get involved & rock the bells routines Rob keep tearin up those tables!!!!!
This is nutz
I don't know who does the Rock the bells break down better, you or Jazzy Jeff
Fucking incredible
you guys always made me proud
to keep spinning I get chills when I see
any one of the Xec. on the set so ennovative
as always//#PEACR2AllTheRealDj'sAroundThaWorld
Who the hell r the 2 people thumbs downing this this is sick!!!!!
oh shit i just realized I'm following you instagram i seen a part of this video up there and been looking for it since i seen it! bruh i'm watching as much of your videos to learn as much as possible! you boys are nasty!!!!!!
Very speed
one of the best on them turntables hands down
FINALLY FOUND OUT THE TRACK HE DROPS ON 3;22!!!! NEVER KNOWN SINCE I WAS "ELEVEN"!!!!!!….OLD SKOOL CLASSIC!!!!
"THE CHAMP" BY THE MOWHAWKS!!!! CLEARLY SAMPLED TO DEATH!!!
SINCE ITS RELEASE.
clean & swift; all praises due
this is truly epic…..forgive my naivity, but whats the tune that starts at 2:59?
Yo how can I purchase soul child..my fave mixtape ever can't find it????
I won't front, I bit this mix the first time I saw it. lol
-The Mixgician
What does he open with. Is it an actual track? Or hes just using that public enemy sample?
I bought the X-Ecutioner's European tour video back in '98. Best 30 bucks I ever spent. Most people had psychiatrists or got massages. I had my X-Men video.
Everytime I watch this routine it inspires me to stretch my mind way past I think it can go. This routine makes me wonder what you had to sacrifice in life at the time to get to that point back then. This is a true embodiment of practice makes perfect. Its crazy how Rob and the other XMen had an idea in the mind of what they wanted the routines to sound like and actually manifested it. Rob, YOU HAVE TRULY INSPIRED ME TO ACHIEVE MORE FROM WATCHING THIS ROUTINE. Thank You Brother!!!!
Are your songs on iTunes as well, I want to listen to these songs all day.
No dislikes up in here, that's what up.
I gotta say as a huge fan Its always great to see talented people who are not out for billions of dollars but truly respect the art form. Rob definitely was part of a very short list of people that brought my inspiration to start D'Jing, taught me to strive to be different in what ever I do.
Had to raid this comment section. This is my first time seeing this routine. This is an older clip but it STILL BLEW MY MIND! Crazy how it was a routine you can dance to. Totally absorbed that energy you through on the stage. Keep moving!
this is how it's done…much respect!
you are my idol mate, ha sorry prob weirds you out all that shit but people bang on about certain dj's, i always so em your nobody beats the biz and terrordome routines. qbert can't do that, raida couldnt. to untrained ear and eye the body tricks and scratching wow the crowds but your juggles were and are legendary to the people that know
your welcome rob watched your dvd as the technics spin you are so inspirational i been doing this shit (turntablism) since 85 and i still get inspired by djs like you love your whole attitude approach and dedication to the art proper respect and thanks fpr replying 🙂
absolutely sick clean as precise legend respect your love for the art shines through !!
Man, I could never get my hands or knew the name of that track you drop at 1:18. I would surely appreciate if you could pass the knowledge. From a dj who always wanted to cut that up!
I thought to myself… "damn good idea" lol
Man you whippersnappers didn't know about that James brown he slid in right? You have been skoooooooooled! James brown has more to do with rap than some of these cats out here. Niiiice!
The show was at the Cats Cradle in Chapel Hill NC. I opened for you guys. Show was nice!!!!!! Name is Touch.
Dope as always Rob. Will post a video of a show you and your crew did back in 2000.
Dope as always Rob. thanks for the inspiration brotha! I have a video of a show you guys did in Chapel Hill NC back in 2000. I opened for you guys at the Cat's Cradlle. I will post as soon as I am able. Pace out bro,,
When you did the stopping the turntable part and pushing the safer with your back you did a similar routine in a video I saw in YouTube with you battling roc raida! But instead of drinking water you dried your face with a towel! Its freaking so amazing and creative! What a show! Wish I was born in this era where sera to didn't exist… I know I would of learned a lot more about djing.. I can't imagine myself cueing all the marks with stickers.. people don't realize how much time is dedicate..