Episodes

Three friends, one cabin, and the work ethic that changed everything.Three friends, one cabin, and the work ethic that changed everything.

From Kabul to Dirtybird — an honest conversation about going all in, making music for yourself, and what twenty years without a real job actually looks like.

From teen idol to Essential Mix - an honest conversation about reinvention, finishing music & making it work around real life.

From LA underground parties to Classic Records — an honest conversation about creativity, mindset and backing yourself before anyone else does.

From rugby international to Toolroom artist - what elite sport actually teaches you about building a music career.

This week I'm joined by Amy Dabbs - Berlin-based DJ, producer, and label owner who has built a music career entirely around a demanding job in digital advertising, international gigs, and a self-run release schedule. No shortcuts, no safety net - just an incredibly honest account of what it actually takes. We get into how she structures her time to protect studio sessions, the moment during covid that forced her to either quit or throw everything at it, and the creative process behind going from...

This week I'm talking to James Hurr, a producer who's been behind some of the biggest records in dance music for over two decades. Over a thousand released tracks, a top 10 UK hit, a gold record for Tiesto, and a long-running studio partnership with Mark Knight. We get into James' full creative process - how he starts a club record versus a commercial one, how he uses reference tracks inside the DAW to stay objective about his own work, and the songwriting camp session that started as a 90-secon...

Today I'm joined by Ruth Royall, a Bristol-based vocalist, DJ, and producer. After years of working with labels and managers, Ruth made the boldest move of her career: self-releasing her debut album Queen - a record that steps outside drum and bass into garage, breaks, and dubstep - just after having her first child. We get into what it really means to go independent, how a serendipitous backstage conversation changed the course of her career, and how she built a fully choreographed live show wi...

Malika is the voice behind Go - a record that’s become part of the fabric of UK dance music - but this episode goes far beyond one iconic track. We get into what it means when a song takes on a life of its own, how to handle imposter syndrome as an artist, and why longevity in music comes from pairing fearless creativity with a real understanding of the business. If you’re trying to build a career in music without losing yourself in the process, there’s a lot in this one for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS W...

From classical trumpet to electronic beats, some musical journeys take unexpected turns that lead to extraordinary destinations. Lawrence Hart's path through jazz conservatories, indie band tours, and collaborative studios reveals how diverse musical experiences can shape a unique artistic voice. In this conversation, we explore the evolution of an artist who started with Miles Davis and ended up crafting producing music that bridges the gap between visceral emotion and dance floor energy. Lawre...