DJ Hero Trailer

Lots of DJ Hero news hitting the web in the wake of the release of Numark's SCRATCH DECK images for Scratch: The Ultimate DJ.

The above trailer, via Crate Kings who found it profoundly underwhelming, suggests a pop/dance demographic.

Kotaku has screenshots featuring DJ Shadow or a futuristic, cyborg replica.

And Jay-Z and Eminem [via WoooHa] are in on the marketing action:

"A limited edition comes with the rappers' exclusive new greatest-hits CDs, possibly including previously unreleased tracks, plus an advanced version of the controller, a DJ stand and metal traveling case. Jay-Z and Eminem will serve as consultants to Activision and the game's developer, FreeStyleGames."

DJ Hero will include a wide range of music and possible uses:

"In addition to single-DJ action, two players can compete or play cooperatively. Special mixes will let players use the Guitar Hero controller. The game spans hip-hop, electronica, R&B, soul and pop/rock with songs by 50 Cent, Beastie Boys, KRS-One, Blondie, N.E.R.D., Gorillaz and David Bowie. Superstar DJs such as DJ Shadow, DJ Z-Trip and DJ AM will contribute, too."

Official Site: DJ Hero

Over at Hip Hop Press:
Jay-Z, Eminem and DJ Hero(TM) Join in Groundbreaking Collaboration to Bring New Music and DJ Culture to Gaming Platform

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DJ Hero Party: TRVSDJAM & Warren G, Jay-Z & Eminem
DJ Hero Coming in Fall, New Turntable Controller Photo