Scratch Perverts

Scratch Perverts, a British turntablist DJ collective, was formed in 1996 by Tony Vegas, Prime Cuts, and DJ Renegade in London. The group quickly gained recognition within the competitive DJ circuit, earning the World DMC team champions title in both 1999 and 2001. Beyond team accolades, individual members also achieved significant success: Prime Cuts secured two consecutive ITF World Scratching titles, first in Hawaii in 1999 and then defending it in Los Angeles the following year, notably beating A-Trak. Plus One also contributed to their competitive legacy by winning the Vestax battle in 2000 and subsequently the World DMC title in 2001.

Following their competitive successes, Scratch Perverts transitioned their focus to live DJing, touring internationally, and establishing a residency at the renowned Fabric club in London. This period marked a turning point in their career, shifting from battle-oriented performances to broader musical engagements. Their technical innovations, including the “feedback” technique inspired by Jimi Hendrix, continued to influence the turntablism community. The group also diversified their artistic output by venturing into music production, releasing several singles and DJ mixes. Their discography includes notable mix CDs such as “B Boys Revenge – History In The Makin'” (1998), “Badmeaningood Vol.4” (2003), and “FabricLive.22” (2005), showcasing their evolving sound and influence in electronic music, drum and bass, and hip hop genres.

Demonstrating their impact on wider entertainment, Scratch Perverts were contributing artists to the Activision rhythm games “DJ Hero” and “DJ Hero 2,” providing exclusive DJ setlists and mixes for the titles. Their involvement with these platforms introduced their unique style to a global gaming audience. The collective has maintained a consistent presence in the music industry, with core members Prime Cuts and Tony Vegas continuing to perform and produce. Their career trajectory illustrates a progression from competitive DJing to established artists, producers, and influential figures in the global DJ scene.