Naughty Parrot Radio

A curated Naughty Parrot Podcast music mix by Darren James, the DJ who built the world's smallest club in lockdown. This mix reflects the energy, emotion and atmosphere behind the conversation.🎧 Created to accompany Darren's episode on the Naughty Parrot Podcast.Listen to the full podcast episode here:https://youtu.be/9YxkE59KVJQMuch love, 🦜 Naughty Parrot xNaughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

Darren James has been DJing for over a decade. He’s played Ibiza, built a fully soundproofed club in his spare bedroom, and spent years quietly watching social media slowly drain the soul out of the scene he loves. In this episode, he finally says what a lot of DJs are thinking.Topics CoveredThe World’s Smallest Club: a lockdown passion project gone properlyThe 2012 deep house era and how Darren got into DJingWhy social media is a net negative for electronic music cultureCareer vs. hobby — the distinction that changes everythingLongevity hacks from someone who’s been in it for a decadeDarren James is a London-based DJ and electronic music artist known for genre-fluid sets rooted in deep house and melodic electronic sounds. Find him on SoundCloud at darren.james._Follow the show so you never miss an episode.Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

A curated Naughty Parrot music mix by Nick, Manager of Pikes Ibiza and founder of Manoeuvre Records. Mixed by Danny Beck. This mix reflects the energy, emotion and atmosphere behind the conversation, pulling from the sounds of Ibiza nightlife, afterhours moments, and the culture that shapes unforgettable nights.🎧 Created to accompany Nick’s episode on the Naughty Parrot Podcast.Listen to the full podcast episode here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tvpk9SRR5k Much love, 🦜 Naughty Parrot xNaughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

Nick, Manager of Pikes Ibiza and founder of Manoeuvre Records joins the Naughty Parrot Podcast for a raw, hilarious, and deeply honest conversation about nightlife culture, Ibiza, and the realities behind the scenes.From running one of Ibiza’s most iconic venues to navigating sobriety in an industry built on late nights, Nick opens up about balance, boundaries, and what modern club culture really looks like. We also unpack that viral voice note that took on a life of its own, plus stories from Pikes Ibiza, 528 Ibiza, and the wider global dance music ecosystem.This episode goes beyond the DJ booth: touching on culture, chaos, community, and the human side of nightlife leadership.In This Episode, We Cover:THE viral voice note everyone was talking aboutLife behind the scenes at Pikes Ibiza and 528 IbizaNightlife culture, chaos, and connectionChoosing sobriety while working at the heart of club cultureBuilding Manoeuvre Records and curating unforgettable eventsDJs and artists currently on Nick’s watchlistFeaturing:Guest: Nick – Manager of Pikes Ibiza & Founder of Manoeuvre RecordsHost: RIJ. (Founder of Naughty Parrot)Vibes: Nightlife Culture, Ibiza, Club History, Sobriety, Music Industry, DJ Culture, Events, Community🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with DJs, creatives, and cultural tastemakers.🦜 Naughty Parrot PodcastBe Bold. Dance Free.Follow Naughty Parrot:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naughtyparrothqTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@naughty.parrot.hqSoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/rij_musicRIJ: https://www.instagram.com/rijmusic_Listen:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | SoundCloud | MixcloudNaughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

In this special guest episode of Naughty Parrot Radio, host RIJ sits down with KINGDON – a DJ and musician whose love for house music and jazz shines through in every beat. This conversation dives deep into his musical influences, his background as a drummer, and how live performance continues to shape his approach to electronic music.Together, they explore Chicago house, disco, and the powerful relationship between music and the Black community. King Don shares his appreciation for spiritual jazz – a concept new to Rij – and unpacks how the genre’s freedom and soul have inspired his DJ sets.As always, Naughty Parrot shines a light on fresh, emerging talent. For his artist spotlight, King Don features a rising producer blending jazz and dance music in an exciting and unexpected way.What to Expect:The deep roots of house and jazzInfluence of drumming and live music in electronic setsChicago house and disco historyJazz-meets-dance music artist spotlightCultural conversations on Black and queer dance heritageA soulful, groove-driven guest mix from King DonFeaturing:Guest: KINGDONHost: RIJ (Naughty Parrot)Vibes: House, Jazz, Chicago, Disco, Live Music, Black Culture, Fresh TalentFollow:Instagram: @rijmusic_ Brand: @naughtyparrothqListen:Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeTag it: #NaughtyParrotRadio #GuestMix #KingDon #JazzHouse #ChicagoHouse #DiscoInfluence #BlackCulture #QueerDanceHistory #CommunityDrivenNaughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

This episode of Naughty Parrot Radio is a bold celebration of freedom, movement, and bass-heavy naughtiness. A nod to the spirit of Pride and all those who find release on the dancefloor, this mix features heaters from Prospa, Riva Starr & Harry Stone, Biscits, Gorgon City, Overmono, and many more.Orijinal/RIJ also drops his own track Big Booty: a trumpet-filled, bongo-slapping, attitude-packed anthem featuring a fierce female vocal. Fresh off its first-ever play on BBC Radio 1, and support from BBC Introducing, BBC Asian Network, and Jaguar on BBC Radio 1 Dance ... this one is impossible to ignore.Closing out the mix is Featured Artist of the Week Jaguar, with her debut track Wild: a proud, high-energy statement of intent from one of the scene's fiercest champions.Track Highlights:Prospa – Don't StopRiva Starr, Harry Stone – Keep Me On The Dancefloor (Kolter Remix)Jocelyn Brown, Luke Alessi, Chloé C – The OneZac & PACS – Lost (Frank Ocean Remix)Orijinal (RIJ) – Big BootyOvermono – So U KnoJaguar – WildVibes: House, garage, bass, vocal bangers, Pride energy, bold femme presence, emotional closers.Tag it: #NaughtyParrotRadio #BigBootyEnergy #HouseMusic #BBCIntroducing #JaguarWild Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

In this special guest edition of Naughty Parrot Radio, host RIJ sits down with Roots Ginjah – an artist fuelled by a deep passion for reggae, sound system culture, and storytelling. While reggae may not be the usual Naughty Parrot flavour, this conversation brings serious insight, energy, and plenty of laughs.Roots Ginjah shares how growing up with a record producer father shaped his love for music, his journey through reggae into techno and hard tech, and why sound system culture runs so deep. There’s even talk of “naked reggae” – though whether we ever get to the bottom of that is another story…And of course, this wouldn’t be a Naughty Parrot guest mix without a spotlight on fresh talent. For his pick, Roots shines a light on High Smile Hi Fi – a rising name in the reggae scene with big vibes and dancefloor energy.What to Expect:Origins of reggae and sound system cultureInfluence of family and cross-genre passionDancehall, house, and “naked reggae”Spotlight on High Smile Hi FiA guest mix full of Roots’ reggae flavourFeaturing:Guest: Roots GinjahHost: RIJ (Naughty Parrot)Vibes: Reggae, Dancehall, Sound System Culture, Hard Tech Influence, Fresh TalentFollow:Instagram: @rijmusic_Brand: @naughtyparrothqListen:Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNaughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

In this special guest episode of Naughty Parrot Radio, DJ Coriboi steps up for a mix rooted in story, culture, and big personality. Hosted by RIJ, this episode kicks off with an interview full of hilarious moments and honest reflections on how Cori’s upbringing in North London has shaped his sound.From garage and UK bass to global influences, his guest mix is one of Rij’s personal favourites – capturing Cori’s style and musical journey in all the best ways.In line with the Naughty Parrot ethos of spotlighting rising talent, Cori also selects an emerging artist who’s been making waves on dancefloors – and who’s had support from Rij in his own sets too.What to Expect:North London influence and chaotic storytellingGenre-blending, crowd-moving energyArtist spotlight from an exciting up-and-comerLoads of laughs and a properly banging guest mixFeaturing: Guest: DJ Coriboi @djcoriboiHost: RIJ (Naughty Parrot)Vibes: UK Garage, House, Bass, Global Rhythms, Fresh Talent, Club CultureFollow:Instagram: @rijmusic_Brand: @naughtyparrothqListen:Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeTag it: #NaughtyParrotRadio #GuestMix #DJCoriboi #NorthLondonSounds #EmergingArtistSpotlight #UKGarage #BassMusic #CommunityDrivenNaughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

🔊 Episode 6: House, Latin Grooves & Bassline Heat – A Genre-Blending JourneyThis episode kicks off with emotional house courtesy of Hannah Wants and ARA. From there, it's all about groove: trumpets from Youngr, melodic power from Monkey Safari, and a Mark Knight remix paying tribute to Avicii. Classic house from Dray, Latin energy via "Latinamerica", and some seriously filthy bass from San Pacho, ToBeHonest, and Fisher x Flowdan.We close it out with a banging remix of "Tarantula" and a dreamy comedown with the gorgeous track "Lavender."🎧 Featuring: Hannah Wants, Mark Knight, Dray, Fisher, Flowdan, Monkey Safari 🎵 Genres: House, Latin, vocal tech, bass-heavy, melodic closers 📲 Tag @rijmusic_ on Instagram – tell me what got you moving or floating.Available on Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeMuch love, RIJ 🦜Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

🌊 Episode 5: Floaty House, Funky Tech & Liquid Drum and Bass VibesStart floaty, end filthy. This mix glides through warm house from maybealice, Puluse, Beetrootz, Fake ID, and Rules – a multi-instrumentalist to watch. Tribal house grooves from Syon and Avo follow, with Moojo’s remix of Whitney Houston for a bold surprise. It gets nastier with funky tech from Saison, Pawsa, Nu Aspect, and ends with lush liquid DnB from Friends & I and Pulse.🎧 Featuring: Rules, Saison, Moojo, Nu Aspect, Friends & I, Pulse 🎵 Genres: Floaty house, tribal tech, UK garage, liquid drum and bass 📲 Tag @rijmusic_ and tell me which drop hit the hardest.Stream it now on Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeMuch love, RIJ 🦜Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

🎧 Episode 4: House & Garage with Emotion, Afro Vibes & Naughty DropsThis episode blends emotion and energy. We open with melodic house from Miguel Campbell, Redlight, and the lush Tinlicker remix of Sian Evans' "I Found U." A dose of Afro house from Lemon leads into funky tracks by Claptone, Rudimental, and Jaded. The second half turns up the heat with dirty basslines from Pawsa, Jev, and garage legend Sammy Virji.🎶 Featuring: Miguel Campbell, Claptone, Lemon, Sammy Virji 🎵 Genres: Deep house, Afro house, UK garage, vocal tech 📸 Tag @rijmusic_ and let me know what gave you chills.Listen now on Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeMuch love, RIJ 🦜Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

😈 Episode 3: From Melodic Feels to Filthy Bass – A Deep House & Garage MixThis house and garage mix is an emotional rollercoaster. We start floaty with piano and sax-infused melodies from Rules, SHYA & Coldbank, then shift gears into gritty basslines from Surya Sen, Jamie Jones, and The Shapeshifters. Things get downright filthy with Joy Orbison and a 33 Below remix – this part is not for the faint-hearted.🎧 Featuring: Rules, Joy Orbison, SHYA, Coldbank, Surya Sen, Jamie Jones 🎵 Genres: Melodic house, UK garage, deep house, bass-heavy tech 📲 Tag @rijmusic_ with your reactions – even if it’s your best bass face.Stream now on Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeMuch love, RIJ 🦜Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

🔥 Episode 2: House, Garage & Funky Energy – A Cheeky Dancefloor JourneyFrom smooth grooves to filthy basslines, this house and garage mix delivers on all fronts. Featuring artists like JEND, Jamis, Nu Aspect, Sunday Scaries, Mousse T., Lau.ra, Essel, Kah-Lo, Gorgon City and more. Plus, check out "Spirit of the Sun" by Cash Only & Charlo – and keep your eyes peeled for the music video!🎶 Think UK garage meets vocal house and funky tech. 📸 Tag @rijmusic_ and show me what you're vibing to!Available on Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeMuch love, RIJ 🦜Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud

☀️ Sunshine vibes incoming! ☀️🎧 Episode 1: Sunshine Vibes & Smooth Grooves – Summer House & Chill MixReady to transport yourself to sunnier times? ☀️ This house mix blends beach-ready saxophones, smooth vocals, and cheeky dancefloor energy, taking you from Ben Böhmer to RÜFÜS DU SOL, Carlita, Sonny Fodera, Chris Lake and more. Perfect for your summer soundtrack – whether you're relaxing in a park, vibing at home, or daydreaming of Ibiza.🕺 For fans of melodic house, chill house, and tropical grooves. 📲 Tag @rijmusic_ on Instagram and tell me where this mix takes you!Listen now on Mixcloud | SoundCloud | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeMuch love, RIJ 🦜Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your community:InstagramTikTokYouTubeSoundCloudMixCloud