
The Will Clarke Podcast
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Ep 169Victor Calderone & Avision - The Relaunch of Record Label 'Matter' & The Current State of Techno
EAbout Victor:In 1996, Calderone broke through with his debut solo single "Give It Up," which lived on top of the Billboard Dance Music charts for a week. Throughout the '90s and aughts, Calderone was known for his intuitive and original club remixes for pop artists like Madonna, Sting, Beyoncé, Depeche Mode, and Whitney Houston. The fruitful era also saw him kick off international and statewide residencies that are still going strong over 20 years later. Calderone built a luminous reputation for his sprawling 12-16 hour sets—all-consuming journeys that illustrated his gift for musical storytelling.About Avision:Fortunate to grow up around the rich club culture of NYC and influenced by the sounds around him, Avision now finds himself helping to usher in a new wave of techno for the New York scene. His debut album In My Mind has been released on Maceo Plex’s Ellum Audio imprint, which DJ Mag UK has called “an impressive body of work stuffed full of melodic techno and maximal house”. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 168AMÉMÉ: How Persistence & Hard Work Changed Everything
EHubert Ameme Sodoganji aka AMEME, is a West African born DJ/producer who splits his time between Brooklyn and Berlin. Fueled by an innate determination, drive and passion, with attuned intuition applied to both his music and life, West African native AMÉMÉ channels his cultural roots and ancestry into everything he does. Born and raised in Benin, AMÉMÉ helms One Tribe, a global community and brand identity centred on unity and a positive outlook. His visionary capabilities and unwavering dedication have been the catalyst behind the rapid growth and proliferation of both his musical endeavours and One Tribe as a whole. Specialising in Afro-leaning electronic music, with flourishes of tribal percussion and spiritual vocals built upon a foundation of contemporary deep house and tech, AMÉMÉ’s DJ sets are eclectic, energetic and nourishing for the soul. Releases on his One Tribe label found their way to Black Coffee, who supported the music in Tulum back in 2019. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 167Disco Donnie: Becoming One Of The Biggest Promoters In The USA
EDisco Donnie Presents (DDP) is an award-winning and recognized electronic dance music event production leader founded by veteran promoter James "Disco" Donnie Estopinal. Since the company's inception in 1994, DDP has sold over 18 million tickets producing over 18,000 live events, arena shows, and outdoor festivals in over 100 markets worldwide, including the U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Panama. Annually, DDP is responsible for organizing and promoting nearly 1,000 club events across the U.S., ranging from Portland, Columbus, Houston, Tampa, New Orleans, Dallas, and St. Louis to name only a few. DDP is is also known for producing major festivals such Lights All Night, Sunset Music Festival, Ember Shores, The Texas Eclipse, Paradise Blue, So What!?, Freaky Deaky, and the "First Festival Back," Ubbi Dubbi.Founder and CEO James "Disco Donnie" Estopinal, Jr. is considered one of the godfathers of U.S. electronic dance music, evolving over the past 29 years to become one of the top dance music promoters globally. From his early days in the 1990s New Orleans dance scene, Disco Donnie coupled eccentricity with ingenuity to create elaborately themed parties that charmed patrons, garnered an international following, and unwittingly became a catalyst for a national debate over the First Amendment right to expression. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 166THEMBA: From Township in South Africa to International DJ
ESouth African THEMBA burst onto the global scene in 2018. This summer THEMBA is resident DJ at Black Coffee's party at Hi, has shows at Ushuaia, Amnesia, Blue Marlin & Heart, while also touring in over 20 other countries. Early 2019 saw THEMBA at Brixton 02 Academy, Luciano & Friends Tulum, Paris Fashion week and at Miami Music Week for Black Coffee and All Gone Pete Tong, where Themba's set was used as Pete Tong's BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix. THEMBA's sound forged from his African roots creates his unique take on electronic music. 2018 he released 'Paliva EP' & 'Haai EP' on Knee Deep In Sound, 'Vuma / Lost' on Yoshitoshi & 'Who Is Themba?' on his Herd label, which remained in the Beatport chart for a year. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 165Danny Howard: How I Became A BBC Radio 1 DJ & Record Label Owner
EDanny Howard is a British dance music DJ, producer, and current host of Radio 1's Dance Party. He also has his weekly residency at Amnesia in ibiza during the summer and still releasing music on his own imprint Nothing Else Matters. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 164Lil Texas: Staying Authentic & Building A Brand In Music
EPodcast Overview: This episode we spoke about how Texas has built his brand of 'Lil Texas' and how he keeps consistency. On top of this there was conversation of health and fitness amongst a lot of other subjects.Who is Lil Texas: Lil Texas has become a new household name for speed freaks around the world. You can find Lil Texas’ earth-shattering kicks on world-renowned record labels, including Masters Of Hardcore, Barong Family, Welcome Records, and more. A master collaborator, Lil Texas consistently links with forward-thinking acts in dance music and beyond — he’s released music alongside Kayzo, Dorian Electra, Deadly Guns, and many more across a variety of styles. Through his unconventional approach to music, he’s inspired artists who’ve never delved into hardcore before to join the Texcore movement, engaging their audiences in the most extreme form of dance music. Lil Texas’ off-kilter style has also caught the attention of music’s biggest names — Lady Gaga and Elton John enlisted his hardcore flair for a remix of their single “Sine From Above” in 2021. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 163Scuba - Running A Record Label For 20 Years to Starting A Podcast
EPodcast Overview: Scuba discussed the ins and outs of running Hotflush Recordings for the last 20 Years. We dove in to his podcast "Not A Diving Podcast" and the changes he has experienced through his career.Who is Scuba: More than a decade into his storied career, Paul Rose aka Scuba is one of the most vital figures in electronic music. It remains that way thanks to his constant musical evolutions and always contrary perspectives. Five full length albums, a varied collection of EPs, and commercially available mix albums for Ostgut Ton, DJ Kicks and Fabric all prove this. They range from visceral bass and techno affairs to jubilant main room offerings and, more recently, take in a return to more percussive, increasingly introspective sounds such as his 2018 Caibu long player debut as SCB. As a DJ he is just as singular, and his entry into the fabric series proves that across 42 seamlessly stitched together tracks which take you to the heart of a foggy dance floor. Rose’s label also continues to plot a line between gritty dance floor 12”s and long lasting album experiences from a carefully curated selection of contemporary artists. Predicting the next step for this enigmatic artist is a fool’s errand, then, but that is what makes him so compelling.Join for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 162Tommy Farrow - Turning Music Into A Full-time Career
EPodcast Overview: Tommy discussed the ups and downs of music career & creating mixtapes.Who is Tommy Farrow: After receiving praise as ‘Hottest record in the world’ by BBC Radio 1, on his debut single ‘Let’s Just’, as well as being crowned Sarah Story's Future Track ID with 'To Live', its fair to say the 25-year-old artist has emerged progressively in the dance scene. Receiving comparison to inspirations such as Bicep with his soul-stirring, 90s inspired sound; the young producer has featured heavily in Manchester’s Warehouse, Bristol's Motion and many more. Performing his polished productions alongside the likes of Camelphat and Pete Tong. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 161Martyn Odell - How Tik Tok Changed My Life
EPodcast Overview: Martyn talks about how Tik Tok changed his life and the opportunities that has allowed him to do in business and his personal life.Who is Martin Odell: Martyn Odell aka Lagom Chef is a food waste disrupter and his mission is to teach the world how to stop food waste at home. His videos blew up on Tik Tok and now has over a million followers. Enjoy xAll things Martyn Odell - https://www.lagomchef.comJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 160Kaleena Zanders - Feature Singer to Solo Artist Project
EPodcast overview: A podcast dedicated to exploring the world of dance music and the remarkable career of its most magnetic performerWho is Kaleena Sanders: Introducing "The Kaleena Zanders Experience," a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of dance music and the remarkable career of its most magnetic performer. Kaleena Zanders' voice and stage presence have captivated audiences around the world, drawing comparisons to 90's house icons like CeCe Peniston and Whitney Houston. In this podcast, we'll take a deep dive into Kaleena's prolific career, from her early success as a standout vocalist in the dance community to her current position as the go-to house vocalist, amassing over 300 million streams and radio support worldwide. , "The Kaleena Zanders Experience" is a celebration of diversity, inclusion, To now why she has decided to focus on her own projects rather than a feature singer. With a major record label deal and some huge records Kaleena is working on something super interesting. Kaleena's mission is to create visibility for those like her: black, queer, and a woman with a voice. Through her music and presence, she hopes to continually help create a diverse and inclusive space for those whose voices have been suppressed. Join us for a journey through the world of dance music and the inspiring career of Kaleena Zanders. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 159Maritime Yacht Club - Friendships & Creating Art
EMaritime Yacht Club is the creative brainchild of renowned UK tastemaker artist/Origins Rcrds label boss Josh Butler alongside longtime friend, talented singer/songwriter and fellow producer José Rosa - who co-wrote and provided the vocals for Josh’s iconic hit record ‘Got A Feeling’.After more than a year in the making, 2023 sees the launch of this collaborative project, which has more to it than meets the eye. What to expect? Think sultry, vocal-led, commercially-tinged dance cuts with shards of deep house, breaks, jazz, electro and much more.Since meeting in 2012, Josh and José’s friendship has remained a continuous platform for creativity. The pair have continued to absorb nightlife together in Leeds and Liverpool and work closely on projects throughout the years - leading to the birth of Maritime Yacht Club. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 158Icarus - Major Record Labels to Independent
EPodcast Overview: A talk about transitions in careers and moving from major labels to starting their own independent label.Who are Icarus: Icarus, Bristol-based brothers Tom and Ian Griffiths have shared a long journey through the outer realms of electronic music. After being signed with FFRR for many years they are now going independent with their own record label 'Fly Boy Records'. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 157Joyce Muniz - Releasing Albums & Navigating The 'New' Music Industry
EJoyce Muniz already has a story like no other. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, to a family rooted in shamanism and samba, she moved to Vienna in the 90s, becoming a vocalist when the city was a global centre for downtempo and starting her DJ career at Flex Club. In the 2000s she brought an authentic voice to the European baile funk explosion, touring with Major Lazer, and moved into production. She’s since collaborated with other distinct music makers, from Maya Jane Coles to DJ Hell, had a residency on Rinse FM, and released on labels including Get Physical, Permanent Vacation, Pets, International DJ Gigolo and Exploited, the latter of whom released her debut album, 2016’s ‘Made In Vienna’. She is about to embark on her next album called 'Zeitkapsel', so I wanted to talk to her about the process of making this. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 156Dubfire - Commercial Success to Underground Techno
EAli Shirazinia, commonly known by his stage name Dubfire, is an Iranian American house and techno DJ and producer. Prior to his solo career, Dubfire made up half of the duo Deep Dish. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 155Marc Romboy - Making Techno Albums
EPodcast Overview: Marc Romboy on making techno albums, collaborations with orchestras and evolving in a career.Who is Marc Romboy: Over the course of the last two plus decades, the German born DJ, musician and composer Marc Romboy has become synonymous with a soulful electronic music sound that has taken him all over the world. As well as releasing on only the most influential labels, from Innervisions to Ovum and Kompakt to 20:20 Vision, he is also the sole mastermind behind the influential Systematic Recordings label and has been since 2004. Releasing his new album on Carl Cox & Christopher Coe imprint Awesome Soundwave. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 154Grahame Farmer - The Power of Social Media & Online Communities
Grahame Farmer is owner of Data Transmission, an online community which promotes artists in all genres of electronic music. Grahame also runs a YouTube channel that helps artists market their music and teaching people how to use social media. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 153Elliot Tousley - How To Market Your Music
Elliot Tousley is a musician turned marketer working in the music industry helping independent artist, labels & managers in all forms of marketing. He also runs a digital advertising agency called Spark Launch. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 152Mochakk - How 1 Video Changed My Life / Touring The World & 1 Million Followers
Born Pedro Maia, Mochakk is a 23-year-old sensation whose thrilling persona behind the decks matches his prolific production. Growing up in the midst of skating and hip-hop culture, he found his musical start as a beatmaker before eventually pivoting to electronic music. After discovering house music in particular, he became a dedicated student of the genre and used that to his advantage as he progressively made waves in his home country of Brazil, both as a meticulous producer and mesmerizing performer. In recent months, his presence has gone global as he’s embarked upon an expansive North American tour with multiple sold out dates in tow, dominated a laundry list of festivals internationally, done B2B sets with the likes of Vintage Culture, and is now headed toward a slot at the church, Circoloco this summer. With standout releases like “False Need” via Black Book alongside an exponentially growing fanbase with over 1 million followers, not to mention a smash forthcoming remix for The Martinez Brothers. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 151Westend - Liberal Arts Major to Successful DJ/Producer
The 27 year old New York City native Westend has solidified his spot as a must watch in the highly competitive tech-house scene. He started the year with a fresh take of Musique’s disco anthem ‘Keep on Jumpin’ with fellow NYC producer CID. Released on Lee Foss’s established Repopulate Mars, the tune peaked at #2 on Beatport’s overall charts for over 4 weeks and has passed 4 million Spotify streams. Westend followed up with his single “Get This Party Started” on the legendary Glasgow Underground which peaked at #2 overall on Beatport and stayed in the top 10 for over 3 months. He currently ranks in as the 6th best selling tech house artist and 10th overall over the last year on Beatport. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 150QRTR - Album Writing & NYC Living
EQRTR is an electronic music producer and DJ based in Brooklyn, NY.Brooklyn's Meagan Rodriguez, aka QRTR, learned how to use CDJs in a smoky discotèca an hour before DJing in front of a crowd of dancing Portuguese club-goers. She returned to the same club years later, but this time, she had her own original music to share. Bouncing between high-energy DJ mixes and hypnotic original live sets, QRTR has shared the stage with the likes of Tokimonsta, Tiga, Phantoms, Galantis, and Oliver, to name a few. QRTR has performed at some of New York's most renowned nightclubs, including The Brooklyn Mirage, Output (RIP), Good Room, Elsewhere, and Bossa Nova Civic Club. In 2018, she debuted her live setup while headlining at Brooklyn Bazaar — weaving together an hour-long live journey of remixed original tracks. While her Brooklyn home base will always be número um, QRTR has toured internationally, performing in Portuguese open air clubs and smoky Parisian lounges. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 149Matt Guy - Hit Records, Raves & Radio 1
EMatt Guy is one of the breakthrough artists of 2022 (as nominated by Radio 1 having delivered one of the summer’s hottest track IDs. Finally released September 9th on Armada Music, ‘Set My Mind Free’ launched as Pete Tong’s Essential New Tune after gaining pre-release support from Pete and his Radio 1 colleague Sarah Story. Add to that, heavy club and festival rotation from DJs as diverse as Solomun to Gorgon City and ‘Set My Mind Free’ is up there as one of 2022’s most anticipated records. Since release the record has been added to KISS FM and Capital Dance playlists, received Tune of the Week on BBC Radio 1 and has surpassed one million streams. At club level the record now has the backing of heavy weights from across the scene, the likes of CamelPhat, Joseph Capritati, FISHER, Tiesto, Dom Dolla and Sam Divine. ‘Set My Mind Free’ came hot on the heels of 2022 releases ‘Party Starter’ and ‘Krupa’, both of which were both supported by DJs from all corners of dance music; from stalwarts of the UK underground scene Patrick Topping and Annie Mac to global mainstage names such as Diplo, Vintage Culture and Claptone. Going into this year, Matt Guy is a highly in demand producer and remixer with the DJ prowess to match. He is set to take over in 2023. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 148Enamour - From Day Job to Music Career & The Journey to Music Success
EEnamour is Michael Gold, who was raised near Washington DC -- home to institutions of electronic music like Flash and U Street Music Hall as well as legendary acts like Sharam and Dubfire -- a city invariably considered a hidden heart of the genre in the United States. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 147Fossil Archive / R.M.K - Writing Techno album's & Pushing Boundaries
ELondon based Techno producer and liver performer, with his debut album on Dense & Pika's label Kneaded Pains. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 146Schak - The Creation of a Hit Record and How it Changed his Life.
ENorth Shields based producer DJ Schak has exploded on the scene from his break out hit "Moving All Around" signed to Patrick Toppings label Trick. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 145Ben Malone - Finding Success & the State of the Music Industry in 2023
ELondon bases radio presenter for Kiss FM in the UK, label manager for Armada Records as well as a DJ/Producer. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 144JoJo Walker
EJoJo is the talent buyer for underground dance music at Avant Gardner & Brooklyn Mirage in Brooklyn. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 143James Mack
EJames Mack is one of the owners of Listen Up PR, Listen Up provides a bespoke 360 promotional service offering radio, club, streaming promotion and press campaigns globally. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 142JOPLYN
EJOPLYN is a singer songwriter and label owner from Berlin. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 141BRUX
EBRUX, the Sydney-born, Brooklyn-based DJ and producer with a taste for chaos, and noisy, energetic dance music. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 140Bontan
EBontan has become one of the biggest ever selling acts in Beatport, won Best Newcomer in the DJ Awards and is taking over the underground house scene with a string of releases on the likes of Hot Creations, 20/20 Vision, Elrow Music and Circus Recordings. His story is inspiring to anybody wanting to make their mark on dance music, his story is proof that good things happen to good people. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 139DJ Bone
EThink of Detroit Techno and DJ Bone might not be high on your list of luminaries because he is 100% independent and does things on his terms and on his terms only. He won't tap dance or bend to fit the "popular" dj mold. Those who recognise Bone know him for his uncompromising and innovative ways. Enjoy xDonate to Homeless Homies: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/homelesshomiesJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 138Avision
EFortunate to grow up around the rich club culture of NYC and influenced by the sounds around him, Avision now finds himself helping to usher in a new wave of techno for the New York scene. His debut album In My Mind has been released on Maceo Plex’s Ellum Audio imprint, which DJ Mag UK has called “an impressive body of work stuffed full of melodic techno and maximal house”. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 137Tim Green
ETim Green, is an English based DJ Producer, he has had many records signed to Lee Burridge's label "All Day I Dream" along with collaborations with Sebastian Leger remixed, Paul McCartney, Timo Mass and many more. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 136Born Dirty
EIsraeli born, French DJ / Producer Born Dirty has been in the scene for many years. With his records reaching over 20Million streams, collabs with Diplo, Cassius, Anna Lunoe, Kid Sister, and more. Along with a serious touring background, Born Dirty has his feet fully cemented in this industry and isn't going anywhere. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 135Melé
EPercussive and tribal house DJ, artist, label owner & innovator. Renowned for powering the dancefloor with octane dynamism, Melé is an artist who fully warrants his current status as a revered selector and producer. Boasting a particular niche of sound that utilises a mesh of world music influenced house, transatlantic hip hop, broader UK sounds and classic Chicago grooves, the boy from the Wirral is gaining worldwide recognition by the minute. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 134DJ Minx
EDJ Minx was inspired to spin at The Music Institute in 1989, where some of Detroit’s leading dance music DJs helped to hone her skills. With her record label Women on Wax and back touring the world, DJ Minx is the one to watch. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 133AmyElle
ETexas born, raised in Scotland and classically trained, Amy signed to London label Another Rhythm in 2019. Amy’s career was kickstarted in the unlikely time that was a global pandemic, breaking onto the scene via her creative DJ edits on TikTok and quickly amassing a loyal following. Her debut releases received wide critical acclaim (Mixmag, Pioneer, BBC Radio 1, Sirius XM), becoming the cover of Spotify’s UK House Music and clocking millions of streams.Join for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 132LF System
ELF System are a British production duo from Scotland, consisting of Conor Larkman and Sean Finnigan. They topped the UK Singles Chart in July 2022 with "Afraid to Feel". Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 131Ferry Corsten
EHailing from Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Ferry Corsten's lustrous career is exemplified by a passion for music that began as a hobby and spiralled into a full-blown profession. Today, as it was in the beginning, Ferry's skills lie in his ability to coax the maximum emotional impact from not just trance but genres of electronic music that include progressive-house and electro. Ferry's music has long been a template for others to follow, always ahead of his time. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 130#130 Gregory Gourdet
EGregory Gourdet is an American chef, writer, restaurateur, and former finalist on the twelfth and seventeenth seasons of Bravo's American reality television series, Top Chef. He has recently opened his new restaurant in Portland called 'Kann' which has just been awarded NY Times top 50 restaurant. To book visit https://kannrestaurant.com enjoy x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 129Travis Derrick
ETravis Derrick is the head booker at the nightclub Motion which is based in Bristol, UK. Voted as DJ Mag's 11th best club in the world and the UK's best large club, Motion is one of the worlds most exciting and ever evolving venues. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 128Mark Knight
EWith a career spanning close to three decades, Mark Knight is without doubt one of the most influential people in dance music. Grammy-nominated and the second highest-selling Beatport artist of all time (with no less than ten No.1’s), Mark has released on some of the most revered dance labels in the world including BBE, Stereo and Saved, and founded one of the most successful dance music companies of all time in Toolroom, which marks 18 years in the business in 2021. Join for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 127Kyle Watson
EKyle Watson is a South African music producer and DJ. He creates house music containing elements of Electronic dance, Deep house and Techno. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 126Sarah Story
ESarah is host of BBC Radio 1 Future Dance Broadcaster / DJ / Singer & Songwriter. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 125Jax Jones
EJax Jones was born Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Aluo on July 25, 1987 in London, and is an English DJ, songwriter, record producer and remixer. Raised in a multi-ethnic household, Timucin felt Nigerian, Turkish and African influences. Jax Jones begun posting clips of music on MySpace while he was still at university. As well as working with artists such as Big Narstie. Jax Jones co-wrote and produced several Duke Dumont songs, and also featured on the chart-topping Number one song I Got U in March 2014, and made his chart debut in his own right the following year. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 124Option4
EOption4 house music dj and producer is not only one of the biggest promoters in the USA but also runs iconic record label HotBoi Records. During the pandemic he slowed the record label down but now he feels it is time to get hotboi back to the people. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 123Phantoms
EApplauded by NPR, Billboard, Dancing Astronaut and many others, Phantoms are a live electronic act that do exactly that. Often tough to box in…..their style is best described as blurring the lines of house music & indie-dance. Incorporating distinctive synth and drum patterns, the duo have become synonymous with their ‘genre’ of alternative electronic. With their second studio album out this week, I thought it was only right to get them on the podcast. Enjoy xListen to the album: https://phantoms.komi.ioJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 122Nala
EHailing from the vibrant city of Miami, Nala got her start playing in underground nightclubs where she developed a reputation as a reliable taste maker and energetic performer. Her knowledge of deep house, techno, and breaks made her a versatile and compelling choice for the local market and helped to establish her “as one of Miami’s top female DJs and certainly an act making some serious strides on the circuit.” (EARMILK). Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 121Hiroko Yamamura
EClassic Chicago ride or die style DJ/producer influenced by The Warehouse, technology and straight up techno, it’s no wonder she has been named one of Chicago’s top 10 DJ’s by XLR8R magazine. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 120Cristiana Votta
ECristian Votta is the managing director of Algeria Agency which is the agency/management company that looks after Black Coffee, Themba, Angelos and Sona. Having won a grammy for Black Coffees latest album, having managed the most successful night in Ibiza many years in a row, she is quite possibly one of the most influential managers in the scene. Enjoy xJoin for updates: https://laylo.com/willclarke⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.