012: Steven Braines - How To Build A Career In Dance Music (Without Faking Who You Are)

Steven Braines joins us on The Artist’s Breakthrough Podcast to share his incredible journey through the global music industry - from promoting club nights in Sunderland to becoming one of electronic music’s most respected voices.Steven is the co-founder of the award-winning HE.SHE.THEY., former Head of Events for Defected & Glitterbox, and has worked across legendary brands including Ministry of Sound, Kiss and TAP Music. He’s also served on the boards of the NTIA, MMF and AFEM, while managing internationally acclaimed artists including Maya Jane Coles, Tale Of Us, Tricky, Nadine Shah, SYREETA, Catz N Dogz, Emily Nash, KDA and more.In this episode we dive deep into artist management, networking, club culture, diversity in dance music, mental health, building long-term careers, and what truly separates successful artists from the rest. Steven also shares powerful advice for new producers and DJs trying to break through in today’s music industry.From Ibiza stories and underground culture to major festivals, chart success and global touring - this episode is packed with honest insight, inspiration and real-world industry knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.