The Unspoken Word Podcast

Please note: we are no longer trading under our previous name.The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane, concludes Season Two with an in-depth conversation with DJ Hermit and Daniel Ward, exploring their journey through London's underground music scene and the evolution of 90s House & Garage and UK Garage.In Season Two Episode 7, Hermit and Daniel look back at their early lives, musical influences and first steps into music, reflecting on the cultural shift of 1988–89 and the club culture that helped shape London's underground scene.The conversation explores the legacy of Centerforce, the transition into the 1990s, the rise of club culture and the golden era of 1992–93. They discuss becoming producers, the rise of Room 2s, key production influences and the importance of the Sunday club scene.Hermit and Daniel also share memories of hosting on pirate radio, record collecting and discuss productions that helped define the sound of the era.The episode goes deeper into Sunday Club EPs, Rhythm Division, studio production, radio and the people, records and clubs that helped shape London's House & Garage and UK Garage history.This is an honest conversation about the music, culture and experiences behind one of the most important periods in London's underground music history — told directly by people who were there.4K Remastered as part of the Essential Room archive.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™The Unspoken Word Podcast documents the people, stories and experiences behind UK Garage, House & Garage and London's wider underground music culture.Season Two features conversations with DJs, producers, vocalists, MCs and key figures who helped shape the scene.🎧 LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5f🔊 CONNECT WITH ESSENTIAL ROOMInstagram: @essentialroomofficialTikTok: @essentialroomofficialFacebook: @essentialroomofficialSoundCloud: @essentialroomofficialMixcloud: @essentialroomofficialEssential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.ABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings, podcasts, live sessions and beyond.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#Hermit #DanielWard #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #90sUKGarage #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #EssentialRoom⏱️ CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction & Hermit and Daniel Ward2:36 Upbringing & Musical Influences7:30 Early Steps Into Music13:38 The 1988–89 Cultural Shift17:01 The Centerforce Legacy19:28 The Transition Into The 90s21:48 The Rise Of Club Culture25:31 The Golden Era Of 1992–9329:47 Becoming Producers33:29 The Rise Of Room 2s37:11 Key Producer Influences42:58 The Sunday Club Scene49:00 Hosting & Mic Culture55:28 Radio, Records & Digging1:00:47 The British Production Wave1:10:07 Sunday Club EPs & Legacy1:18:27 Rhythm Division Memories1:21:00 Studio Production Insights1:25:45 Radio Impact & Conclusion1:31:43 Closing Thoughts & Fun FactsSupport the show

Paul [New Horizons] 500 Rekords Interview | UK Garage & 90s Garage | Unspoken Word S2 EP6The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane, continues with an in-depth conversation with Paul from New Horizons, exploring his journey through DJing, music production and London's 90s House & Garage and UK Garage scene.In Season Two Episode 6, Paul looks back at his early life, musical influences and beginnings as a DJ, including his experiences in California and his return to London during an important period of underground music culture.The conversation explores Paul's discovery of UK Garage, the art of dub plates, production, club culture and the development of New Horizons.Paul also discusses Find The Path, the success of the EP, the story behind It's My House, collaborations, remixes and the evolution of his production style.This is an honest conversation about the people, records, productions, clubs and culture behind 90s House & Garage and UK Garage — told directly by someone who was there.4K Remastered as part of the Essential Room archive.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™🎧 LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5f🔊 CONNECT WITH ESSENTIAL ROOMInstagram: @essentialroomofficialTikTok: @essentialroomofficialFacebook: @essentialroomofficialSoundCloud: @essentialroomofficialMixcloud: @essentialroomofficialABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings, podcasts, live sessions and beyond.Essential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#PaulNewHorizons #NewHorizons #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #90sUKGarage #EssentialRoom0:00 Introduction & Paul's Background2:29 Early Life & Musical Roots5:14 Musical Influences & DJing8:26 California Production Experience12:22 Return To London & Club Culture18:03 Discovering UK Garage23:21 The Art Of Dub Plates29:19 Find The Path & EP Success34:09 It's My House Collaboration39:56 Remixes & Production Evolution46:52 Legacy & Closing ThoughtsSupport the show

The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane, continues with an in-depth conversation with Nathan Lockett [Baffled], exploring music production, Baffled, remixing and the evolution of London's 90s House & Garage and UK Garage scene.In Season Two Episode 5 – Part 2, Nathan looks back at the early development of his production career, the birth of Baffled, managing production and success, remixing techniques and the creative process behind some of the music from the era.The conversation explores collaborations, the story behind working with Nick Rhodes, the famous Speak & Spell story, the Baffled Republic project and the legacy of Paul Trouble Anderson.Nathan also discusses his work with Philip Bailey, collaborating with Scott Garcia, Donna D, the development of the Sunship project and his reflections on remixing and production.This is an honest conversation about the producers, records, studios, collaborations and creative culture that helped shape the development of 90s House & Garage and UK Garage — told directly by someone who was there.4K Remastered as part of the Essential Room archive.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™🎧 LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5fABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings, podcasts, live sessions and beyond.Essential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#NathanLockett #Baffled #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #90sUKGarage #EssentialRoom0:00 Introduction & Nathan Lockett1:06 Season One Recap & Part 2 Introduction4:27 Early Production Gear12:23 Evolution Of Music Production17:36 The Birth Of Baffled20:42 Managing Production & Success26:12 Remixing & Production Techniques34:01 Collaborations & Naming40:04 Working With Nick Roads43:32 The Speak & Spell Story47:24 Baffled Republic55:12 The Legacy Of Paul Trouble58:00 Philip Bailey Remix1:07:04 Collaborating With Scott Garcia1:13:36 Donna D & Independence1:19:34 The Sunship Project1:25:31 Remix Reflections1:32:35 Closing ThoughtsSupport the show

The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane Blitz, returns with an in-depth conversation with Scott Garcia, exploring his journey through London's rave culture, pirate radio, DJing, music production and the evolution of 90s UK Garage.In Season Two Episode 4, Scott looks back at his early life and musical influences, discovering electronic music, getting involved in rave culture and pirate radio, and developing his skills as a DJ.The conversation follows Scott's progression into professional DJing, the golden era of Jungle, his radio career and club residencies, and the mentors and experiences that helped shape his distinctive sound.Scott also discusses Scandal FM, the emergence of the Garage production era, Rough Tracks, the record shop, studio life and the creation of some of the music that became closely associated with London's developing Garage scene.The episode explores the story behind The Dub Monsters, his work with Ray Hurley, It's a London Thing, label development, legal battles, Corrupted Crew, the story of Poison, and the changing landscape of UK Garage.From pirate radio and clubs to records, production and the people behind the music, this is an honest conversation about an important period in London's underground music history — told directly by someone who was there.4K Remastered as part of the Essential Room archive.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™🎧 LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5fABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings, podcasts, live sessions and beyond.Essential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#ScottGarcia #ItsALondonThing #DubMonsters #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #EssentialRoom0:00 Introduction & Scott Garcia's Background1:13 Early Life & Upbringing2:52 Musical Influences & Discovering Music8:46 First Steps Into Electronic Music14:20 Rave Culture & Pirate Radio19:18 Learning To DJ & Mixing23:52 Becoming A Professional DJ28:38 The Golden Era Of Jungle32:26 Radio Career & Expansion38:33 Club Residencies & Musical Mentors42:41 Developing A Signature Sound46:34 Scandal FM & The Early Days50:08 The Garage Production Era56:55 Rough Tracks & The Record Shop1:01:06 Creating Hits & Studio Life1:11:28 The Dub Monsters & Ray Hurley1:14:40 It's A London Thing1:23:23 Legal Battles & Record Labels1:28:58 Corrupted Crew & Label Growth1:34:13 The Story Of Poison1:40:00 Scene Evolution & Unity1:44:08 Radio Today & ConclusionSupport the show

Lynsey Moore Interview | Love Bug, 90s UK Garage & Club Culture | The Unspoken Word Podcast S2 EP3The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane, returns with an in-depth conversation with Lynsey Moore, exploring her journey as a vocalist and her connection to London's 90s House & Garage and UK Garage scene.In Season Two Episode 3, Lynsey looks back at her early musical influences, discovering the London club scene and developing her career as a singer during one of the most important periods in UK Garage history.The conversation explores Lynsey's early singing career, her work with MJ Cole, Ramsey & Fen to name a few, the impact of the record and its place within the 90s Garage scene, as well as live performances, collaborations and the lasting legacy of the music.Lynsey also reflects on the challenges that followed the peak of the Garage era, career setbacks, personal experiences and eventually finding her way back into music.This is an honest conversation about the people, music, records and culture behind 90s House & Garage and UK Garage — told directly by someone who was there.4K Remastered as part of the Essential Room archive.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™🎧 LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5fABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings, podcasts, live sessions and beyond.Essential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#LynseyMoore #LoveBug #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #90sUKGarage #EssentialRoom0:00 Introduction & Lynsey Moore's Background2:08 Early Influences & Starting Out7:21 London's 90s Club Culture12:24 Lynsey's Early Singing Career17:25 Collaborating On Love Bug23:22 The Impact Of Love Bug31:21 Live Performances & The Garage Scene37:07 Love Bug's Legacy & Remixes44:41 Life After The Garage Era51:16 Career Setbacks & Reflection59:11 Comeback & Current ProjectsSupport the show

The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane, returns with an in-depth conversation with Blu James — vocalist, artist and an important voice from London's 90s House & Garage and UK Garage scene.In Season Two Episode 2, Blu James looks back at his early life, musical influences and journey into becoming a vocalist, exploring the sound systems, people and culture that shaped his career.The conversation takes us through London's 90s Garage scene, early collaborations and the rise of New Horizons, including the stories behind some of the music that became associated with the era.Blu also reflects on the classic “Red Alert” and her connection with Basement Jaxx, career highlights, unreleased material, performing and her continuing journey through music.This is an honest conversation about the people, music, collaborations and culture behind the development of 90s House & Garage and UK Garage — told directly by someone who was there.4K Remastered as part of the Essential Room archive.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™🎧 LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5fABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings and beyond.Essential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#BluJames #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #NewHorizons #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #90sUKGarage #EssentialRoom0:00 Introduction & Blu James' Background1:37 Early Life & Upbringing4:24 Discovering Music5:54 Becoming A Vocalist9:13 Sound Systems & Garage Culture11:20 London's 90s Garage Scene13:57 Early Collaborations16:14 New Horizons & Early Hits18:41 Restless Natives21:48 Basement Jaxx & Red Alert24:32 Career Highlights27:51 Unreleased Music & Lost Gems29:38 Performing & Future Plans33:52 Fun Facts & ConclusionSupport the show

The Unspoken Word Podcast, hosted by Shane, returns for Season Two with an in-depth conversation with Dominic Spreadlove — DJ, producer and founder of The Spreadlove Project, and a key figure from London's 90s House & Garage and UK Garage scene.In Season Two Episode 1, Dominic looks back at his journey through the underground music scene and the era surrounding the legendary Gass Club in London.The conversation explores The Spreadlove Project, club culture, DJing, music production and the people, records and experiences that helped shape London's House & Garage scene during the 1990s.Dominic shares his memories of the clubs, DJs, producers, MCs and characters who made the era so significant, offering an honest insight into the culture surrounding one of the most important periods in the development of UK Garage.This 4K Remastered episode brings the conversation back to life as part of the Essential Room archive — preserving the stories and history directly from the people who were there.🎙️ THE UNSPOKEN WORD PODCASTPresented by Shane | Essential Room™━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━LISTEN TO THE AUDIO PODCASTSpotify: https://shorturl.at/s8a5vApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/EeEWPAmazon Music: https://shorturl.at/Kic58Deezer: https://shorturl.at/wb1NwListen Notes: https://lnns.co/LZz1HTIKJ5fABOUT ESSENTIAL ROOMEssential Room™ is a multi-genre music and culture platform built on sound, conversation and history.We document the people, music, stories and culture that shaped underground music — from 90s House & Garage and UK Garage to pirate radio, club culture, DJing, production, interviews, archive recordings and beyond.Essential Room™ ➡︎ Music. Culture. Conversation.Subscribe and turn on the notification bell 🔔 for new interviews, archive recordings, DJ sets, live sessions, podcasts and music-culture content.Always Imitated. Never Bettered.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━LEGACY NOTICEThis episode was originally published under our previous platform name.The platform has since evolved and now operates as Essential Room™ — an expanded multi-genre music and culture platform focused on sound, conversation and history.Some legacy content may still reference our former name. This content remains part of our history and archive, while all current and future activity, releases and communications are officially under Essential Room.Thank you for supporting the evolution.— Essential Room™#DominicSpreadlove #SpreadloveProject #GassClub #UKGarage #UKGarageHistory #TheUnspokenWordPodcast #EssentialRoomSupport the show