The albums that define
turntablism.
Our picks for where to start with turntablism — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top turntablism artists
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The turntablism essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Pete Rock
PeteStrumentals 2
A lush tapestry of jazzy samples and soulful melodies layered over intricate beats, creating a nostalgic yet fresh listening experience.
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Pete Rock
Monumental
A vibrant fusion of soulful samples and sharp lyricism that showcases the enduring legacy of East Coast hip-hop.
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DJ Vadim
The Soundcatcher
A genre-blurring tapestry of beats and samples, weaving together hip-hop, electronica, and global influences with intricate turntablism.
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DJ Vadim
U. S. S. R. Life from the Other Side
A collage of inventive beats and samples layered over sharp, humorous lyricism that critiques society and culture.
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Birdy Nam Nam
Manual For Successful Rioting
A dynamic blend of turntablism and electronic soundscapes that fuse experimental beats with infectious grooves.
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Birdy Nam Nam
Defiant Order
An adventurous blend of intricate turntablism and electronic soundscapes, encapsulating a vibrant urban energy throughout.
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Kid Koala
12 Bit Blues
A nostalgic blend of lo-fi beats and turntable wizardry, weaving together bluesy samples with a playful digital twist.
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Kid Koala
Some of My Best Friends Are DJs
Eclectic turntablism melds with playful samples, creating a vibrant soundscape that dances between genres and sonic textures.
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Fingathing
The Main Event
A vibrant fusion of jazz-infused beats and inventive turntablism that invites listeners into a playful sonic landscape.
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Fingathing
Superhero Music
A fusion of jazzy samples and turntablism creates a vibrant, eclectic soundscape filled with playful rhythms and unexpected twists.
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Den Sorte Skole
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