03. DJ Cam / Daphreephunkateerz "Dark Jazz (DJ Cam Remix)"
04. DJ Cam / Part 2 "Prelude To Cycle 6"
05. DJ Cam / Sci Fi Select "Tell The World"
06. Mighty Bop, The / DJ Cam "Ride A Way"
07. DJ Cam / Tek 9 "Gettin' Down Again"
08. DJ Cam / Rodney P. "Things In Time"
09. Awesome Two & Channel Five / DJ Cam "Freestyle 1"
10. DJ Cam / Rasco "Unassisted"
11. DJ Cam / Awesome Two & Jem "Freestyle 2"
12. DJ Cam / Grand "The Visitor"
13. Ragga Twins / DJ Cam "Juggling"
14. Hools, Tommy Hools / DJ Cam "Milan"
15. DJ Cam "Bronx Theme (DJ Kicks)"
Description:
Dj Kicks by Dj Cam, released 10 March 2011, includes the following tracks: "Dark Jazz - Daphreephunkateerz", "Tell The World - Sci Fi Select", "Gettin' Down Again - Tek 9", "Freestyle 1 - Awesome 2" and more.
This version of Dj Kicks comes as a 1xCD. -
"DJ-Kicks" by DJ Cam on CD is a carefully crafted journey through atmospheric beats, laid-back grooves and understated club aesthetics. As part of the renowned DJ-Kicks mix series, this release showcases DJ Cam's subtle blend of hip-hop, downtempo, abstract beats and electronic textures, moving fluently between smoky lounge vibes and deeper, club-ready rhythms. Instead of overwhelming the listener with big anthems, the mix focuses on mood, flow and musical storytelling: tracks are layered and sequenced so that each transition feels organic, forming a coherent narrative you can listen to from beginning to end. The result is a cinematic, nocturnal soundscape that works equally well as attentive headphone listening and as background music for stylish bars, living rooms or creative work sessions. The CD format underlines the idea of a curated, self-contained listening experience, with a defined beginning, middle and end, rather than a random playlist.
DJ Cam is known for fusing hip-hop sensibilities with jazz, dub and ambient influences, and that aesthetic is reflected in the selection here. You'll find instrumental hip-hop, trip-hop-like moods and deep, groove-oriented tracks that reveal more detail with each listen. Subtle scratches, warm basslines and carefully chosen samples give the mix an analog, almost tactile feel, even though it is rooted in electronic production. This is not a compilation chasing trends, but a snapshot of a certain underground sound: introspective, urban and refined. Fans of sophisticated beat music, late-night electronica and leftfield club culture will find in this DJ-Kicks edition a versatile CD that suits both dedicated listening sessions and relaxed, stylish ambience. It's a release that invites you to discover new artists and tracks while enjoying a coherent, immersive musical flow.
!K7 / INDIGO stands behind this release as a label and distributor with a long-standing reputation for quality and artistic freedom in electronic and independent music. !K7 has built its name on innovative series concepts, carefully curated catalogues and a strong focus on the album as an artistic statement, while INDIGO is known in German-speaking territories for reliable, genre-spanning distribution and support for independent artists and labels. Together, they provide the infrastructure that allows projects like DJ-Kicks to exist as high-quality, collectible physical products. The combination of !K7's curatorial vision and INDIGO's distribution experience ensures that this CD not only sounds great but also reaches a community of listeners who value depth, authenticity and a coherent musical concept.
DJ Cam has long been associated with the more sophisticated side of hip-hop and electronic music, often blurring the boundaries between genres. Known for his atmospheric productions, jazz-flavoured samples and cinematic approach to beats, he has helped define a style that sits comfortably between trip-hop, downtempo and abstract hip-hop. His work has earned him a dedicated fan base among listeners who appreciate groove-driven but understated music, as well as respect from fellow producers and DJs within the international scene. On this DJ-Kicks CD, he brings that same refined, cosmopolitan sensibility to his role as a selector, highlighting both his ear for detail and his commitment to musical depth over short-lived trends.