People Make The World Go Round with DJ Swerve

Paths of Rhythm is a Remote-CTRL production. If you're looking for audio or video production, then check out https://remote-ctrl.co.uk to see how they can help.Other ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up https://www.instagram.com/pathsofrhythmpodcast/This week we sit with Kiss FM hip hop/R&B legend DJ & remixer (and now  @lovethingldn  podcaster) Swerve to look at both the many opportunities that his DJ career has brought him, and the people who have helped and supported him along the way.SummaryIn this episode of the Once A DJ Podcast, DJ Swerve shares his journey in the DJing world. He talks about his early interest in DJing and scratching, starting with pause tapes and eventually getting his first mixer. He discusses his love for hip hop and the influence of artists like Public Enemy. DJ Swerve also shares his experiences gigging out, joining VIP Sound and the Starlight Crew, and participating in the DMC competition. He talks about his transition to full-time DJing, joining Kiss FM, and touring with the Pure Hip Hop albums. Adam Gow discusses his music collections, recording hip hop compilations, the politics of compilation albums, funny road trip stories, touring with Mystique, and transitioning from radio to Love Thing London. He also shares his thoughts on the future of radio and DJing.Takeaways- Compilation albums involve a lot of politics and negotiations with record labels.- Touring with artists can lead to memorable experiences and encounters with other musicians.- Transitioning from radio to other ventures can provide new opportunities for growth and creativity.- The future of radio lies in creating unique and engaging content that offers a sense of community and connection.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Once A DJ Podcast02:15 Early Interest in DJing and Scratching04:43 Pause Tapes and First Mixer08:31 Getting Second Turntable and Mixer09:30 Introduction to Hip Hop and DJing for Friends11:31 Influence of Public Enemy and Hip Hop Culture13:25 Making Mixtapes and DJing for Parties15:22 Gigging Out and DJing for Bucks18:59 Getting Turntables and Joining VIP Sound20:49 DJing at Soul Nights and Joining Starlight Crew22:11 Participating in DMC Competition25:00 Experience in DMC and Influential DJs28:47 DJing for Soul Nights and Joining Kiss FM31:39 Transitioning to Full-Time DJing38:50 DJing on Kiss FM and Life-Changing Opportunity45:57 Transitioning from Day Job to Full-Time DJing49:22 Touring with Kiss and Pure Hip Hop Albums51:18 Adam Gow's Music Collections52:31 Recording the Hip Hop Compilation53:27 The Politics of Compilation Albums54:54 Working with Warner's and Shorty55:23 Choosing Songs for Compilations56:20 Road Trips and Funny Stories57:49 Secret Party Spots58:10 Glasgow Gig and DJ Swerve59:18 Passport Troubles and Taiwan Gig01:00:44 Touring with Mystique01:01:38 Working with Live Bands01:03:06 Music Directors and Live Bands01:04:05 Memorable Gigs and Tours01:06:40 Transitioning from Radio to Love Thing London01:10:57 Transitioning from Kiss to Love Thing London01:11:26 The Future of Radio and DJing