Scratching

Scratching is a DJ or turntablist technique originated by Grand Wizard Theodore, an early hip hop DJ from New York (AMG). The technique is designed to accentuate the work of the DJ by creating an assortment of sounds through the rhythmical manipulation of a vinyl record, and has spread from hip hop culture to a number of other musical forms. Within hip hop culture, scratching is still of great importance in determining the skill of a DJ, and a number of competitions are held across the globe in which DJs battle one another in displays of great virtuosity.

Notable Hip-Hop DJ's :

Afrika Bambaataa 

DJ Babu (Beat Junkies) 

Eric B. 

Funkmaster Flex 

DJ Grandmaster Flash 

Jam Master Jay 

DJ Jazzy Jeff 

DJ Kay Slay 

Kid Capri 

Kool DJ Herc 

DJ Mike T (CMW) 

Mix Master Mike (ISP) 

DJ Muggs 

DJ Premier 

DJ Q Bert (ISP) 

DJ Scratch 

DJ Spinderella 

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