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Can U Put Me On Guestlist?
by Katie Knight
As the dance music industry grows and grows, Katie digs deep into the lives of DJs, producers, managers, tour managers, publicists, club owners, label managers, promoters... (basically all of the people who get asked for guestlist) to find out how they started out, challenges they’ve come across, achievements, opinions, goals and, of course, all of the exciting stories that they’ve made along the way... And there's definitely some good ones out there. This podcast is powered by Trackstack.
Episodes
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Danny Tenaglia Looks Back on His Most Unforgettable Moments
Danny Tenaglia has spent nearly five decades shaping dance music, and in this episode he shares the stories that defined one of the most influential careers in club culture. From discovering New York's underground scene as a teenager, to standing in Larry Levan's booth at Paradise Garage…
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Why everyone's talking about Alex Culross
From playing his first solo gig at Fabric on Saturday... to being back at his insurance desk on Monday morning. Alex Culross is one of the most talked-about emerging names in UK electronic music and in this episode, he tells us exactly how it happened. ↳ Balancing a full-time 9-to-5 with a…
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Charlie Sparks: I Didn't Even Know What a DJ Was Until 18 - Now I'm Headlining Awakenings
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…
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Luuk Van Dijk: You Can Always Want More… But Do You Need It?
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...
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Louie Vega on Paradise Garage, Masters At Work and the Roots of House Music
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…
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Why Grassroots Clubs Matter More Than Ever: Sam Divine
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...
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The Story of House Music Legend: Todd Terry
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…
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I Quit My 9-5 to Shoot Michael Bibi at DC10… | Louis Nesbitt
Louis Nesbitt quit his 9-5 job in finance to shoot Michael Bibi at DC10 Ibiza - and it completely changed his life. In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guest List?, I sit down with the photographer behind DC10, Solid Grooves and some of the defining moments in Ibiza’s modern rave culture. From...
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Saudi’s Dance Music Scene Explained: Dish Dash
In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, Katie Knight sits down with 1 half of Saudi DJ and producer duo Dish Dash for a candid deep dive into the rise of Saudi Arabia’s dance music scene, from illegal underground parties and secret no-phone raves to major festivals and a booming new...
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Yulia Niko: How Going Sober Changed My Life & Career
In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, I sit down with DJ and producer Yulia Niko for an honest conversation about sobriety, touring life, creativity, and staying connected to emotion on the dance floor. Yulia opens up about quitting alcohol - and how going sober helped her feel…
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How Teletech Is Building the Biggest Hard Techno Community in the World
I sit down with the founders of Teletech to break down how the hard techno scene exploded into a global movement. From underground raves in Manchester to selling 20,000 tickets in an hour, we unpack how Teletech scaled by prioritising community over hype, accessibility over elitism, and long-term...
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Chris Avantgarde on the Genre-Blending Era of Dance Music
In this episode of Can U Put Me On Guestlist?, I sit down with Chris Avantgarde to talk about why we’re officially in the genre-blending era of dance music. From being “too techno for the commercial crowd and too commercial for the techno crowd” to playing the Las Vegas Sphere, Chris opens up…
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From Fan to President: Moody Jones on Taking Over the Dirtybird Label
In this in-depth conversation, Moody Jones shares how he went from Dirtybird superfan to Label President, and what it really takes to take over an iconic dance music record label without losing its soul. We unpack the full story behind Dirtybird’s 20-year legacy, why the label was acquired as an...
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SYREETA: The Moment You Leave the Day Job | Going All In on Music
In this episode, I sit down with SYREETA, one of the most respected DJs in house music, to talk about the moment you know it’s time to leave the day job and fully commit to your path in dance music. From waking up at 4am to drive trucks for 12-hour shifts, to playing Paradise, ANTS, DC10…
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AZYR: The rise of hard techno
In this episode, I sit down with fast-rising hard techno DJ and producer AZYR to unpack one of the most unexpected breakout stories in electronic music - from training as an engineer at Rolls-Royce to selling out all-night-long shows and playing a Boiler Room set watched by millions. We go from...
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Juliet Fox: Motherhood in dance music
Juliet Fox: Motherhood in dance music - touring, pregnancy, identity & building a new life.In this episode, I sit down with techno powerhouse Juliet Fox for one of the most honest and important conversations we’ve ever had on the show - diving deep into motherhood, identity, touring, and what it...
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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...
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Betical: Turning brotherhood into art
What happens when music isn’t just your passion but also a family affair? In this episode, I chat with Betical, the sibling duo known for their emotive sound and deep musical chemistry. We trace their story from growing up together to finding their own workflow in the studio, how they navigate...
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Arodes: The sacrifices behind life as a touring DJ
Arodes joins us on the podcast to share the story behind his career change into an internationally touring DJ. We dive deep into his earliest musical memories, first gigs, Ibiza and how his sound has evolved into what we hear today. He opens up about the sacrifices you have to make to become a...
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Georgia Taglietti: Driving culture forward
Today’s guest is a true cultural powerhouse, Georgia Taglietti. With over 30 years in the music industry, Georgia has been shaping narratives at the crossroads of creativity, technology, and communication. You might have seen her speaking on global panels or driving cultural conversations behind...
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DJ Tennis: Managing different roles in the industry
This episode was recorded live from Soho House Barcelona in collaboration with Techno & Chill. Today’s guest is the one and only DJ Tennis, an icon in electronic music and the creative force behind the label Life and Death. Beyond the decks, he’s also the founder of Munchie Town and a passionate...
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Kölsch: The art of storytelling
Today’s guest is a master of musical storytelling, a producer whose sound is instantly recognisable: the incredible Kölsch. In this episode, we dive into Kölsch’s reflections on the evolution of club culture, his early days starting out in Copenhagen, his first times playing in Ibiza, and the...
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Loco Dice: Who does an album these days?
In this very special episode of Can U Put Me On Guestlist?, I reconnect with the one and only Loco Dice, 13 years after our first interview! We take a deep dive into his journey from his early days in Hip-Hop to becoming a global force in electronic music. Dice opens up about how he curates and...
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Adam Beyer: 30 years of Drumcode
With 30 years of Drumcode on the horizon, we sit down with techno titan Adam Beyer to reflect on a career that has shaped the sound of dance floors around the world. From buying his first record in Sweden to commanding the biggest stages in global techno, Adam takes us back to where it all began,...
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Fleur Shore: Going viral is wild
We finally made it happen! Fleur Shore, a woman I absolutely love being around and chatting to, is up next. Her dedication, drive, and all-round kind, grounded energy have taken her to the top of the game, and in this episode, we unpack the journey that got her there. From the early gigs that...
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Elijah: The future is DIY
You might know him for his iconic Yellow Squares, those bold, catchy prompts that have redefined how we talk about creativity, visibility, and value in the age of social media, . What started as bite-sized creative provocations have now evolved into a brilliant new book, Close the App, Make the...
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Katie Bain: The art of the interview
This week my guest is the wonderful Katie Bain, Director of Billboard Dance and one of the most respected music journalists in the game. For over a decade, Katie’s voice has shaped the narrative of dance music through her insightful, honest, and culturally rich storytelling. From underground…
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Nicole Moudaber: Sustaining success in electronic music
This episode features an icon, a true force of nature in electronic music: Nicole Moudaber. DJ, producer, promoter, and movement-maker, Nicole has carved out her own powerful lane in the techno world. Before she was headlining festivals and filling legendary clubs, Nicole was behind the scenes...
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Mark Newton: Festivals vs. club culture
Mark Newton has played a defining role in reshaping the global dance music experience, from the festivals we travel to, to the spaces we party in. As the founder of Hideout Festival and a creative force behind Field Day, Snowbombing, Printworks, Depot Mayfield, and Drumsheds, Mark doesn't just…
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Mark Knight: The DJ-producer divide
A week after Toolroom was crowned Label of the Year at the Beatport Awards for the second year running, I sit down with Mark Knight to explore one of the most pressing questions in the industry today: can you succeed as a DJ without producing music, or as a producer without ever stepping behind…
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Hiroko Yamamura: Being a DJ is so weird
Kicking off season 7, I sit down with Chicago’s own Hiroko Yamamura, an artist deeply rooted in the city’s rich club culture, to explore the place that shaped her. Hiroko takes us back to the record stores and warehouses that built her musical foundation and shares stories of legendary…
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Regal: The birth of ACIDBOY
In the last episode of the year, I chat with Regal as he unveils his brand-new alias, ACIDBOY. Dive deep into the mind of a true innovator as we discuss the inspiration behind his project, we explore his early beginnings as well as reflect on his growth, pivotal moments, and the artistic ethos...
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Lumi: Breaking through- the road to recognition
In this episode I chat with Lumi, a rising talent whose journey is as inspiring as it is relatable. Growing up in Finland, Lumi's path to the DJ booth wasn't a straight line. We explore how she juggles a full-time job while building her name in the industry, sharing insights on the hustle…
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Azzecca: The importance of making the music you love
In this episode, I sit down with DJ and producer, Azzecca, diving deep into her artistic journey. She opens up about the importance of staying true to yourself and making music you genuinely love, rather than chasing trends. We reflect on how far she’s come, from her early days to becoming a...
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Steven Braines: The everything and anything podcast
From celebrity encounters, getting his tent run over at Glastonbury by the BBC, eating Tom Jones' last yorkie, going to Top of The Pops, Beyonce giving him her chair because she thought he looked tired, us eating dog treats, the story of Sandra Spitz and so much more, this is just a normal,...
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Cristina Lazic: Motherhood and life on the road
This week I sit down with DJ, producer, label owner and mummy :) Cristina Lazic, to talk about the balance between motherhood and the demands of a thriving career in dance music. Cristina opens up about her journey through the music world, sharing insights on managing the challenges of touring...
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The Mason Collective journey
Mason Collective join me this week on the podcast! After wanting to interview the boys for quite some time now, we finally made it happen during ADE. After the last few years of continued success, this felt like the perfect time to chat about their beginnings, the challenges of being three…
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Miles Shackleton & Pete Griffiths: From Mix to Mainstage: The Blueprint for Emerging Electronic Artists
This week we are joined by the COO of Toolroom, Miles Shackleton, and Toolroom Academy Lead Tutor, Pete Griffiths, to discuss a recent report presented by Toolroom Academy in partnership with Audience Strategies called From Mix to Mainstage – The Blueprint for Emerging Electronic Artists, which...
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TSHA & the release of her 2nd album, Sad Girl
The podcast is back and we’re joined by TSHA! We dive into her whirlwind year of touring, her incredibly busy season in Ibiza and talk about how she stays grounded amidst the chaos of a busy schedule. TSHA also opens up about her second album Sad Girl, which is soooo good, a deeply personal album...
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Demi Riquisimo: How people like to be fed music, planning ahead and previous aliases
Semi Delicious label owner, Demi Riquisimo is up next on the podcast! We talk about starting a label to release his own music, finding balance between studio time and traveling, the start of Demi Requisimo and previous aliases, planning ahead, highdeas, Glastonbury, dad jokes and more!
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Meg Ward: Navigating the highs and lows of the music industry, Glastonbury and handing over to your idols
This week I sit down with rising star Meg Ward and lots of giggles were had! We chat all about how she started out, the challenges that she has come across so far, navigating the highs and lows of the industry as well as bands that are making comebacks, the best festival on earth- Glastonbury and...
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Will Clarke: podcast disasters, DJ fees and weird fan requests
Welcome to season 6 of Can U Put Me On Guestlist?! And what better way to kick things off than with fellow podcaster and all round legend, Will Clarke. From podcast disasters, to DJ fees, life on the road, weird fan requests, deathbed meals and more - we cover it all in this episode. If you…
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Olivier Geynot: DICE's mission to get people out more
Ending season 5 of the podcast is a guest that I have wanted to get on the show for such a long time, and we finally made it happen! Olivier started his career in marketing, working in senior roles at global consumer brands including, O2, Vueling and Lucky Strike. However, his passion for music,...
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Francis Mercier: 'the more you do, the more you want to achieve'
Haitian-born, New York based DJ and produce, Francis Mercier is next up on the podcast! With over nearly 150 sold out shows last year, including shows that he’s always dreamt of such as Burning Man, Coachella, Tomorrowland and Space Miami as well as 11 releases, Francis is on fire right now and…
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Jess Bays & MC DT: Staying relevant in a fast moving industry
This week I am joined by not one, but two incredibly talented artists, Jess Bays and MC DT. Known worldwide for his famous hook, 'We're loving it, loving it, loving it®' award-winning MC DT is one of the UK Garage scenes pioneers. Coinciding on past line ups with Jess Bays, who over the last few...
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Esther Chan: Being PA to Jamie Jones and the logistics behind Paradise Ibiza
It's always strange interviewing one of your best friends! But also the perfect excuse for a good catch up and a giggle on the sofa :) Esther Chan is up next. Esther was PA to Jamie Jones for 7 years until recently transitioning into Artist and Production Coordinator for Paradise Ibiza. We talk…
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Rossi.: 'I feel like I’ve just figured out what it takes and what it’s like to be a DJ'
We're kicking off the year with a chat with one of the nicest guys in the game, Rossi. And what a pleasure it was to sit down with him and look back on his incredibly successful 2023, whilst getting to know more about his journey so far. From being an actor, starring in London's Westend shows…
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Neurodiversity and the dance music industry with Alexandra Annable and Tristan Hunt
On today's episode we explore the relationship between neurodiversity and and its wider relevance within the dance music scene with Alexandra Annable who is the head of brand partnerships at Jukebox and Tristan Hunt who is a Music Industry ADHD Coach. We talk all about their own experiences and…
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Baloo: Saudi Arabia's booming music scene - From behind closed doors to 750k+ festival goers in 3 years
‘I didn’t expect this to happen in my lifetime’, Chief Creative Officer of MDLBEAST, Baloo is next on the podcast, and what an insightful conversation it was. Before private events went public in 2019 in Saudi Arabia, with the establishment of the General Entertainment Authority, Saudi’s music...
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Drunken Kong: What’s the dance music scene like in Japan?
Discovering what the dance music scene is like in other parts of the world is something that fascinates me. And when it’s somewhere as exciting as Japan, it fascinates me even more. And honestly, I don’t think there is a better duo to tell the story than Tokyo based techno duo, Drunken Kong....
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As the dance music industry grows and grows, Katie digs deep into the lives of DJs, producers, managers, tour managers, publicists, club owners, label managers, promoters... (basically all of the people who get asked for guestlist) to find out how they started out, challenges they’ve come across, achievements, opinions, goals and, of course, all of the exciting stories that they’ve made along the way... And there's definitely some good ones out there. This podcast is powered by Trackstack.
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As the dance music industry grows and grows, Katie digs deep into the lives of DJs, producers, managers, tour managers, publicists, club owners, label managers, promoters... (basically all of the people who get asked for guestlist) to find out how they started out, challenges they’ve come across,...
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