15-Min Flash Mix E26: Itch Reels You Into His Realm Of Asian City Pop Treasures
How much do you know about Asian city pop? Itch will fill you in (Credit: Tiko Disko)
Initiate flashback – we now take a tumble into the past for episode 26 of the 15-Min Flash Mix, introducing the one and only Itch on the decks. Now we all know that Itch is a master archaeologist when it comes to digging up musical relics, welcoming both vinyl junkies and casual listeners into his charming, curated world of Asian rare groove. You’ll find him pulling out gems that date back to the 1960s, wonderfully preserved with their lustre still intact. His sets are not unlike pristine time capsules, and you’ll be surprised at what you might uncover.
Itch is a vinyl-only DJ with a vast collection of rarities (Credit: Rizman Putra)
Since our last chat with the avid vinyl hunter, Itch’s fame has risen through the ranks. His live-streamed sets were a source of comfort and entertainment for many who were locked down at home during the pandemic. But with that horrid state of affairs now out of the window, he’s gotten back into the swing of things. Lately, you’ll find the adventurous selector busy with themed gigs at Offtrack where he holds his Nightcap residency, and other collaborations with venues like RPM by D.Bespoke and entities such as Kampong Boogie and vinylheavy. The scene just can’t get enough of Itch’s vast wisdom, and he’s been happy to share his knowledge.
For the 15-Min Flash Mix, the Japanese crate-digger delivers vintage treasures excavated from across the region, spanning Taiwan, Malaysia and even Singapore. Expect Asian city pop, funk and even regional renditions of classic disco anthems. It’s a trip down memory lane that’s surreal and captivating, and Itch is your trusty boogie guide. We now dance through the halls of history with Itch.
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