In this episode, we dive into the story of Smokin' Jo, the trailblazing British DJ who changed the game for women in dance music. From the early '90s London rave scene to residencies at Ibiza’s legendary Space, Jo carved out her space in a male-dominated industry, armed with turntables, grit, and impeccable taste.She became the only female DJ to ever be crowned No. 1 by DJ Mag, played the world’s biggest clubs and festivals, and stayed true to her underground roots while remixing for acts like the Pet Shop Boys and Skunk Anansie.We also explore her powerful new memoir, You Don’t Need A Dick To DJ, where she opens up about growing up in care, navigating racism and sexism in nightlife, and her journey into spiritual healing.Whether you're a house head or just love a good story of resilience, this one’s for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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FATBOY SLIM | EP4
From Raves to Renaissance: Fatboy Slim Unfiltered 🎧🔥Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim joins Fabienne for an unforgettable conversation diving into the highs, lows, and wild stories behind one of dance music’s most iconic careers. From shaping the Big Beat era to what keeps him inspired today, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and behind-the-scenes gems.🎶 Hear how working with Christopher Walken came about 🪩 His take on the future of DJ'ing💥 What keeps him dancing after all these years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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GREG WILSON | EP3
Filmed in the iconic Cavern Club in Liverpool, possibly the most famous music club in the world - the birthplace to legends The Beatles, as well as many others, Queen, The Rolling Stones, The Artic Monkeys - name a band that hasn't played there! The David Attenborough of dance music, DJ Greg Wilson discusses the origins of dance music club culture from the UK, the US vs UK and quite possibly how he taught Fat Boy Slim how to DJ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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COLLEEN 'COSMO' MURPHY | EP2
DJ, music producer, record label owner and founder of Classic Album Sundays, this woman's talent's know no bounds! Discussing her collaboration with music icon David Mancuso, his infamous 'The Loft' parties, The Vinyl Renaissance and what it's like to be a female DJ now vs 3 decades ago. Tune in for some epic life advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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BILL BREWSTER + FRANK BROUGHTON | EP1
We're starting where it all began! Authors of the book 'Last Night a DJ Saved My Life' & DJs themselves, share how they created the encyclopedia of Dance History at a time with no internet, and how things have changed 25 years on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get ready for exclusive interviews with iconic DJs and music writers who’ve shaped the sound of the scene over the decades.Whether you're dreaming of becoming a DJ or just fascinated by the world of DJing, this podcast dives deep into the good, the bad, and the downright messy sides of the industry — from legendary moments to behind-the-booth truths.🎶 Expect real talk, major inspo, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss a beat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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