Releases by Mixer / D.J.
MR. MIXX
| Release Title | Label | Mix Title | Length | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What I Like | Fresh Beat | WHAT I LIKE Scratch Version | 00:07:03 | 1985 |
| 2 Live Is What We Are | Luke Skyywalker | MR. MIXX ON THE MIX!! | 00:05:12 | 1986 |
| Move Somethin' | Luke Skyywalker | MEGA-MIXX II | 00:03:07 | 1987 |
| As Nasty As They Wanna Be | Luke Skyywalker | MEGA MIXX III | 00:05:44 | 1989 |
| Banned In The U.S.A. | Luke | MEGA MIX IV | 00:03:23 | 1990 |
| Sports Weekend | Luke | MEGA MIX V | 00:03:36 | 1991 |
| Shake A Lil' Somethin' | Lil' Joe | MEGA MIXX 6 | 00:03:09 | 1996 |
| Bass Hits From Da Bottom I | Lil' Joe | BASS HITS FROM DA BOTTOM VOL I Mega Mixx | 00:10:38 | 1997 |
| Bass Hits From Da Bottom II | Lil' Joe | BASS HITS FROM DA BOTTOM VOL II Mega Mixx | 00:09:09 | 1997 |
| Lil' Joe's Rap Hits 1 | Lil' Joe | LIL' JOE'S RAP HITS VOL. 1 Mega Mixx | 00:08:14 | 1997 |
| Scratch Masters | Strictly Bizness | MEGA-MIXX II | 00:03:00 | 1999 |
Below is a summarised biography of Mr. Mixx created using Google Gemini in January 2026...
David Hobbs, professionally known as Mr. Mixx, is a cornerstone of hip-hop history. As the co-founder and primary DJ/producer for the legendary Miami bass group 2 Live Crew, he was the architect behind the booming, high-tempo sound that defined an entire era of Florida music. Here is a summary of his contributions and history:
Origins and Formation
The California Connection: Originally from California, Mr. Mixx co-founded 2 Live Crew in 1984 alongside Fresh Kid Ice and Amazing Vee.
The Move to Miami: After releasing their first single "The Revelation," the group moved to Miami, where they eventually linked up with Luther Campbell (Uncle Luke). This move shifted the trajectory of hip-hop by establishing the "Miami Bass" sound.
Technical Innovation & Style
The 808 Master: Mr. Mixx is credited with pioneering the heavy use of the Roland TR-808 drum machine. He pushed the low-end frequencies to their limits, creating the "bottom-heavy" sound that became a prerequisite for car audio culture in the late 80s and 90s.
Turntablism: Beyond production, he was a highly skilled scratch DJ. His ability to blend lightning-fast cuts with high-BPM (Beats Per Minute) dance tracks separated 2 Live Crew from the slower, more methodical styles of East Coast hip-hop.
Historical Significance
The First Amendment Battle: Mr. Mixx produced the tracks on the 1989 album As Nasty As They Wanna Be. This record became the center of a landmark legal case regarding obscenity and freedom of speech, eventually leading to a victory for artistic expression in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Sampling Prowess: He was a master of the "megamix" style, seamlessly weaving together samples from rock, soul, and pop into high-energy club anthems.
"Mr. Mixx didn't just play the records; he engineered a frequency that changed how people built car stereos and how clubs felt the music."