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Charlie Sparks joins Katie for a raw, wide-ranging conversation about the philosophy, stories and personal experiences behind one of techno’s fastest rises.
From discovering electronic music at 18 in Fabric to headlining Awakenings just a few years later, Charlie breaks down how Japanese anime One Piece became the blueprint for his entire career , mapping his journey from “nobody” to chasing his own version of king of the pirates.
In this episode, Charlie opens up about his half-Japanese heritage, returning to Japan as a touring DJ after leaving as a student, crying in a taxi when his Awakenings booking came through, and a near-death experience in the Colombian jungle during his first ever tour. He also talks about playing sober for two years, why his mum has become the real VIP at his shows, the story behind his debut album, and why hard dance is exploding right now.
This is a conversation about ambition, identity, resilience, community and the mindset it takes to build something that feels completely your own.
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In this episode, Dutch DJ and producer Luuk Van Dijk sits down with Katie Knight to talk King's Day chaos, viral social media moments, and the track that changed everything - Disco Tetris. From swing-set dreams in Hilversum to packed floors across the UK, this is an honest, funny, and deeply personal portrait of one of house music's most infectious rising personalities. A must-watch for anyone interested in dance music culture, club culture, and the next generation of electronic music artists making waves on the global stage.

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In this insightful interview, Louie Vega, the legendary DJ and co-founder of Masters At Work, shares his musical journey from the Bronx to the iconic Paradise Garage. We explore the roots of HouseMusic and the influential early NYC ClubCulture that shaped his career. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in DanceMusic history and the artists who defined it.

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In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guest List?, I sit down with legendary house DJ Sam Divine for a live keynote conversation recorded at the Night Time Economy Summit in Liverpool (2026).
With more than two decades in the scene and a long-standing relationship with Defected Records, Sam shares the story behind her journey — from growing up on a council estate in Bristol and buying her first decks for £100, to becoming one of the most respected names in global house music.
We talk about the importance of grassroots clubs, why they are essential for developing DJs, and why so many smaller venues are disappearing. Sam also reflects on her early days hustling for gigs in Ibiza, what she learned from playing marathon sets in small venues, and why real experience behind the decks matters more than viral success.
She also introduces her new 555 concept - five cities, five-hour sets, and £5 tickets - designed to support grassroots venues and make club culture accessible again.
In this conversation we also discuss:
• Her journey with Defected Records
• Winning Best House DJ at the Ibiza DJ Awards
• Life on the road and finding balance through sobriety
• The lost art of the warm-up DJ
• Why diversity in lineups matters
• Advice for the next generation of DJs and producers
If you care about the future of club culture, DJing, and house music, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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Todd Terry is one of the true architects of house music - a Brooklyn original whose sound helped shape club culture worldwide. Recorded live at the Night Time Economy Summit in Liverpool, this episode dives into Todd’s journey: growing up in New York, his early hip-hop roots, the moment house music entered his world, and the raw, high-impact production style that helped define an era.
We also connect the past to the present - from early sampling and reel-to-reel editing, to the UK embrace that pushed his sound global - and bring it right up to today’s dance music landscape: festivals vs clubs, DJ craft in the digital era, originality in a world of unlimited tools, and what it really means to protect the soul of house.
Plus: Todd shares the story behind opening a bar in Liverpool at a time when nightlife venues are under pressure - and why community still matters.
In this episode:
• Brooklyn beginnings + hip-hop influence
• First exposure to house music + early gigs
• Sampling, edits, and building energy on the dancefloor
• UK club culture + the first UK night that clicked
• DJing then vs now: vinyl to digital
• The soul of house music in 2026
• Nightlife today + Todd’s Liverpool bar project
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