Jonas Blue: The formula for global hits

I sit down with multi-platinum DJ and producer Jonas Blue to unpack how he creates worldwide anthems - from the melodies and emotions behind each track to the moments that shaped his career. We go from mixing Adidas with Nike to the moment he nearly quit music, and what pulled him back. We get into: • Swapping grey London for sunny Miami - and why he doesn’t miss London at all • Summers in Ibiza, living in the north and avoiding hangovers • Edge of Desire becoming one of the most Shazamed tracks in Ibiza 2025 • The wild story of Malive nearly quitting before their collab changed his life • How Club Reps made him want to DJ at age 11 • Fast Car turning 10, fans who grew up with his music and dealing with pressure • The advice he got from Calvin Harris when he lost direction during COVID • Keeping his sound credible for the dancefloor while dominating the global charts • Why writing a great song is so difficult - and why melody is everything • His dream to create a Balearic / Zero 7 / Air-inspired album • The creepiest fan gift he’s received (a whole book of baby photos) • His no-phones guestlist rule • Where he’s heading next and what keeps him inspired If you love dance music, Ibiza stories, songwriting breakdowns, and hearing the human side of huge artists, this episode is for you. Thank you to the sponsors of this episode: Trackstack Trackstack is built for music creators: send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create promo videos through Trackstack Showcase. https://my.trackstack.app/ LabelWorx Distribution, royalty management, promo tools and insights — created by people who live and breathe dance music. If you’re growing a label or releasing music, LabelWorx gives you the system to scale. labelworx.com Wow Cacao Made from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants. Perfect for wellness lovers, post-party recovery or swapping alcohol for something that actually feels good. Follow @drinkwowcacao Sounds Australia A huge thank you to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam. They champion Australian artists at showcases, festivals and conferences worldwide — helping them reach new audiences. soundsaustralia.com.au Follow Jonas Blue: https://www.instagram.com/jonasblue Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/katiehayknight/ Subscribe for more in-depth conversations with DJs, producers and industry voices!