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Creative Minds Podcast
by Callum Hughes
The Creative Minds podcast was borne from the realization that there is no definitive handbook or blueprint to success for the music industry, the arts, running a successful business and the world of academia. My special guests have honed their craft, earned their stripes, taken calculated risks, and experienced the highs and lows. Here you can find invaluable advice, wise words, and an insight into the mindset, work ethic, sacrifices, and passion from their past experiences and current affairs.Hosted by Callum Hughes: Elevate Artists ~ Undergrowth ~ Lab11
Episodes
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Episode #31 - Bradley "The Sting" Rea - Fighting Through A Pandemic
Bradley "The Sting" Rea is a professional middleweight boxer with an undefeated record of 10-0. Hailing from Manchester, Bradley had over 90 amateur fights under his belt before turning pro, he trains out of Ricky Hatton's gym and is trained by respected coach Blain Younis. I spoke to Brad about...
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Episode #30 - Janai - Equality, Discrimination & Deeper Work
Janai is a singer ~ songwriter hailing from London, and in this next episode we discuss the inner work and self reflection that we were forced to do in the last year since Covid slowed the music industry down, collaborating with Sonny Fodera, and Jan-ai reminisces on being in creative circles…
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Episode #29 - Flashmob - Staying True To Yourself
Alessandro, better known as Flashmob, is a DJ & Producer who is responsible for one of the greatest house records in recent years - ‘Need In Me’. Surpassing 30 million views over numerous platforms, the timeless classic was awarded the accolade of Essential New Tune by Pete Tong, & was the…
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Episode #28 Pt. 2 - Tom Frankel - Council Work
Tom Frankel is a DJ, producer, one half of the duo Frankel & Harper, and is also A&R for his respected and rapidly rising record label Council Work. Tom is someone who I've always bonded well with on a personal level due to his outlook on the music industry and the political landscape as well. As…
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Episode #28 Pt. 1 - Tom Frankel - Council Work
Tom Frankel is a DJ, producer, one half of the duo Frankel & Harper, and is also A&R for his respected and rapidly rising record label Council Work. Tom is someone who I've always bonded well with on a personal level due to his outlook on the music industry and the political landscape as well. As…
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Episode #27 Pt. 1 - Sacha Lord - The Voice Of The People
Sacha Lord is the co-founder and Managing Director of The Warehouse Project, Parklife, has held the position of Night Time Economy Adviser for Greater Manchester working alongside the Mayor Andy Burnham since 2018 & is a board member for the Night Time Industries Association. Apologies in…
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An Introduction To The Creative Minds Podcast..
First of all, thank you for joining me on this journey podcast journey. The idea was brought to life at the start of lockdown in 2020 after the Covid-19 pandemic hit the UK, and I wanted to take this opportunity to interview everyone from artists in the music industry to promoters, venue owners,...
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Episode #26 - Rue Jay - Building An Empire
Rue Jay is an entrepreneur, businessman, DJ & party starter - a guy who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected, successful & well connected figures to come out of Birmingham. He has achieved success worldwide as his RockNRolla brand went on a maiden voyage to everywhere...
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Episode #25 - Habs Akram - The Visionary Behind The Visuals
Habs Akram is a pioneering visual artist, and was Carl Cox's personal visual artist at the world renowned Space Ibiza for 8 years. Habs also travelled around the world with Carl as he conjured up magic with his visuals at the likes of Ultra Miami, and before that he worked on other projects...
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Episode #24 - Hannah Wants - Grassroots DJ To International Stardom
Hannah Wants is an international artist who you may have seen at Creamfields, Parklife, We Are Fstvl, Reading & Leeds festival, Printworks, Hideout, Annie Mac presents Lost & Found, Pacha, Amnesia terrace, EDC in New York, Vegas, Mexico, during her tours of Australia, America, four consecutive...
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Episode #23 - Jack Brabant - Digbeth Dining Club
Jack Brabant is the founder of Digbeth Dining Club, a multi award-winning street food event that has transformed the city's food landscape by turning some of the Midlands most unique venues into vibrant, street food destinations. Even when abbreviated, when someone mentions “DDC” in Birmingham or...
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Episode #22 - Joe Hunt - Birmingham Legend
Joe Hunt is a DJ, promoter, former radio host on Silk City's pirate radio, owner of NICE Underground, and a viral sensation who raised over £30,000 in 2020 for NHS charities through his live streams. In this next episode I was joined by a true 0121 legend and someone who is still very much a key...
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Episode #21 - Bradley Gunn Raver - LOVE LIFE & RAVE
Bradley Gunn is still championed as one of the most inspiring figures to enter the music industry. We could all do with some positivity at the moment, and the story of Bradley Gunn Raver is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Bradley unintentionally went viral through his sober raving antics,...
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Episode #20 - Jordyn Young - The Pros & Cons Of Social Media
Jordyn Young is a Research Associate in the Psychology Department at the University of Pennsylvania, one of America’s most prestigious Ivy League research universities (ranked #6 by Forbes in the list of America's top colleges in 2019). In my first Creative Minds podcast of 2021, we discuss the...
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Episode #19 - Kieren Lythgow - Scientist & Selector
Kieren Lythgow is a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist specialising in virology, phylogenetics, genomics and outbreaks. Kieren’s selfless hard work and dedication to this field over the years has earned him numerous accreditations, the likes of which include a degree in Biology, a Masters in…
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Episode #18 - Liz Cass - A New Direction
Liz Cass is a singer ~ songwriter, DJ & Producer based in London. Liz has over 18 years experience as a singer ~ songwriter and has collaborated with everyone from Hot Since 82 to Leftwing & Kody, and Jansons to Hot Natured's Ali Love. She is known for her melancholic sultry tones and highly...
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Episode #17 - Lee Harrison - Conquering Birmingham's Commercial Scene
Lee Harrison is one of Birmingham’s most respected and consistent promoters in the nightlife industry. Lee is now General Manager at Henman & Cooper, a venue situated in Colmore Row that has become one of the most talked about in the city for all the right reasons. For the first time in his…
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Episode #16 - Steven Braines - The Struggles On The Journey To Success
Steven Braines is a successful and well respected artist manager in electronic music. He is the co-founder of He.She.They. - an open minded house & techno rave for everyone which places an emphasis on the importance of inclusivity over exclusivity. He is also co-founder of The Weird & The…
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Episode #15 - Andy Bell - Remembering Josh Wilson
Josh Wilson was, and will forever be remembered as a Birmingham legend. As a respected promoter, most notably as founder and owner of Foliée, he orchestrated countless undeniable strokes of genius by mobilising the ravers within Birmingham's underground scene to get behind him and push the brand...
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Episode #14 - Will Power - The Lab11 Story So Far
Will Power is one of the founders and co-owners behind Lab11, a club that was voted as Skiddle's best UK club venue in 2019. He is also owner and partner of legendary Birmingham brands such as TRMNL, AFTA DARK & GLAS. Have you ever wondered how the Lab11 movement started? What risks were taken to...
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Episode #13 - Dan Edwards - Breaking Down The Barriers Of Mental Health
Dan Edwards is founder and co-owner of Me Myself And Mind, a wellbeing and mindfulness organisation that focuses on both corporate and community wellbeing. Dan is a respected Personal Trainer with a degree in Strength & Conditioning, a diploma in Neuro-linguistic programming as well as being...
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Episode #12 - Graham Sahara - Tales From An Ibiza Veteran
Graham Sahara is an award-winning DJ, producer, label owner, label manager & Ibiza veteran who has lived on the island since 1998 and has been a long-standing resident DJ at the globally recognized superclub Pacha since 2001. In this episode, Graham reveals what it's been like adapting and…
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Episode #11 - Leo Gregory - From Expulsion To The BAFTA's
Leo Gregory is a respected British actor who has starred in BAFTA-winning films such as The Mark of Cain, Out Of Control and has appeared in Hollywood movies including Green Street alongside The Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood and Sons of Anarchy's Charlie Hunnam. Leo joined me live & direct...
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Episode #10 - Olli Ryder - Animal Crossing
Olli Ryder is the one of the co-creators behind the Animal Crossing movement, a brand being championed by some of the industries finest as "one of the most exciting brands to come out of Manchester and the scene as a whole in recent years." He also heads up the promotions and marketing for The...
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Episode #9 - Alex Mills - Finding Your Voice
Alex Mills is one of the most prolific, successful, and talented singers and songwriters to grace the electronic music scene. Alex has worked with everyone across the spectrum from Andy C to Wiley's & Target's Roll Deep Crew, and Sonny Fodera to Hot Since 82. Her music has been championed…
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Episode #8 - Brandon Block - The Original Ibiza Superstar
Brandon Block is the original Ibiza superstar DJ. A resident on the legendary Space terrace in the early 1990's, and a man who by all accounts brought an energy like no other. Brandon gives an insight into his journey that has all the highs and lows you can think of: DJing at one of the best…
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Episode #7 - Sorley - The Next Star From The North-East
Sorley is a DJ, producer, and promoter from Sunderland and another shining star who has joined the next wave of talent to break out of the North-East of England, a breeding ground for talent that has produced the likes of Patrick Topping, Richy Ahmed & many more over the years. We discussed...
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Episode #6 - Jansons – The Art Of Production
Jansons is undoubtedly one of the most talented producers in underground electronic music. He joined me live & direct from his London studio as the Knee Deep In Sound, Circus and Hot Creations signee tells us about his journey from going to old school raves such as Helter Skelter, breaking…
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Episode #5 - Morgan Bennett - From Side Stage To Tour Management
Morgan Bennett is Patrick Topping's Tour Manager and has undertaken the role of A&R for his record label Trick, as well working on the branding and events aspect of one of the most exciting brands in recent years. We discussed his journey so far as he worked from the very bottom in Newcastle's...
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Episode #4 - Ash-R - Black Lives Matter
Ash-R (Asher Robinson) is a DJ and producer hailing out of East London. Before embarking on production he has played at numerous hotspots in the capital, and has also played in prestigious venues in Sydney during a brief stint down under. In this episode we discuss the importance of long overdue...
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Episode #3 - Howard Boyle - From Brighton To Ibiza
Howard Boyle is a long-standing Ibiza resident who owns a successful 5* concierge service on the island called Ibiza Unlocked. We discuss his antics from when he first landed on the island in the late '90s with his "Helvis" tribute act that saw him go on tour with Jamiroquai & Fatboy Slim, being...
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Episode #2 - Wilf Gregory - The Life Of A Festival Director
Wilf Gregory is one of the music industries most respected and recognised promoters. Wilf started out as a DJ from the age of 16, and his work ethic and relentless calculated risk taking alongside his business partners has seen him on an upward trajectory ever since. From legendary D&B brand...
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Episode #1 - Mikey Brain - The Talent Behind The Artwork
Mikey Brain is one of the most recognised artists and illustrators in the world of underground music. Mikey has been an integral part of the Hot Creations & Paradise family for several years now, with his abstract work capturing the imagination of those who purchase the records and the ravers who...
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The Creative Minds podcast was borne from the realization that there is no definitive handbook or blueprint to success for the music industry, the arts, running a successful business and the world of academia. My special guests have honed their craft, earned their stripes, taken calculated risks, and experienced the highs and lows. Here you can find invaluable advice, wise words, and an insight into the mindset, work ethic, sacrifices, and passion from their past experiences and current affairs.Hosted by Callum Hughes: Elevate Artists ~ Undergrowth ~ Lab11
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