If you want to learn about cue-pointing vinyl records from a master of the turntables then hit play on the special In The Mix tutorial above. Germany's Red Bull 3Style champion ESKEI83 ...

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An accompanying video tutorial boasts narration from graffiti artist and TV presenter Fab 5 Freddy. The doodle marks the 44th anniversary of the Bronx block party that birthed hip-hop.