Can U Put Me On Guestlist?

Katie Knight
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As the dance music industry grows and grows, Katie digs deep into the lives of DJs, producers, managers, tour managers, publicists, club owners, label managers, promoters... (basically all of the people who get asked for guestlist) to find out how they started out, challenges they’ve come across, achievements, opinions, goals and, of course, all of the exciting stories that they’ve made along the way... And there's definitely some good ones out there. This podcast is powered by Trackstack.

  1. 17H AGO

    I Quit My 9-5 to Shoot Michael Bibi at DC10… | Louis Nesbitt

    Louis Nesbitt quit his 9-5 job in finance to shoot Michael Bibi at DC10 Ibiza - and it completely changed his life. In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guest List?, I sit down with the photographer behind DC10, Solid Grooves and some of the defining moments in Ibiza’s modern rave culture. From studying corporate tax in London to documenting Michael Bibi’s DC10 residency, Louis shares how one DM, one terrace moment, and one risky decision pushed him to leave his stable career and go all in on photography. We talk about shooting Bibi’s emotional comeback at DC10, what really happens backstage at Ibiza’s most iconic club, and the pressure of capturing rave culture in the age of social media. Louis opens up about: – Film vs digital photography in club culture – Authenticity vs content – The mental battle creatives rarely talk about – Networking in the dance music industry – Why he believes the scene needs more individuality This is a conversation about risk, self-doubt, timing, and carving your own lane in an industry that moves fast and forgets even faster. If you’ve ever considered quitting your 9-5 to follow something creative, this one’s for you. — 🌟 SPONSORS 🎧 Trackstack The all-in-one platform built for music creators - send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase. Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life. 👉 https://www.trackstack.app/ 🚀 LabelWorx Distribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights - built by people who live and breathe dance music. 👉 https://labelworx.com/

    1h 15m

  2. FEB 10

    Saudi’s Dance Music Scene Explained: Dish Dash

    In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, Katie Knight sits down with 1 half of Saudi DJ and producer duo Dish Dash for a candid deep dive into the rise of Saudi Arabia’s dance music scene, from illegal underground parties and secret no-phone raves to major festivals and a booming new ecosystem. Dish Dash share what it was really like DJing when public events weren’t possible, how they threw private parties in a “grey area,” and the surreal moment they first played in Saudi for only 20 minutes on stage. They also unpack how the audience has evolved fast, why festivals like MDLBEAST Soundstorm and XP Music Futures changed everything, and how local promoters now work together to grow a healthier scene. We also get into:-How Saudi’s underground scene grew long before it was public-The first big “we made it” moments and what changed after 2017–2018-Why the no-phones debate hits differently when you lived it-How Saudi crowds went from “two genres” to real musical education-The local promoter culture: group chats, aligned dates, and healthy competition-Clubs, weekly parties, and the new club culture emerging in Saudi-Guiding the next wave of Saudi DJs and producers-Guest list chaos and the wildest guest list stories-Their origin story: family support, music at home, and why they’re called Dish Dash SPONSORSTrackstack: The all-in-one platform for music creators - promos, demos, open label inboxes, and social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase. Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life: https://www.trackstack.app/ LabelWorx: Distribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights built for dance music labels: https://labelworx.com/ Sounds Australia: Supporting Australian artists globally - thanks for hosting us in Amsterdam: https://soundsaustralia.com.au/ Wow Cacao: A refreshing drink made from rescued cacao pulp, packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants. https://www.instagram.com/drinkwowcacao/ CONNECTFollow Dish Dash: https://www.instagram.com/dishdash_musicFollow Katie Knight: https://www.instagram.com/katiehayknightFollow Can You Put Me On Guestlist?: https://www.instagram.com/canuputmeonguestlist

    55 min

  3. FEB 4

    Yulia Niko: How Going Sober Changed My Life & Career

    In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, I sit down with DJ and producer Yulia Niko for an honest conversation about sobriety, touring life, creativity, and staying connected to emotion on the dance floor. Yulia opens up about quitting alcohol - and how going sober helped her feel clearer, more productive, and more confident in her decisions, both in the studio and behind the decks. She also shares the realities of life on the road, including a terrifying flight experience that led to ongoing travel anxiety, and what it takes to keep showing up every weekend. We get into: How sobriety changed her mindset as a DJ and producer The pressure of touring, airports, and burnout Trusting your instincts and focusing on the music Burning Man stories and what makes it so special Her new role as a Beatport music creator Starting a management company and mentoring emerging artists Her hot take on the scene in 2026: “More music, less social media.” DJ booth etiquette - and what friends should never do when they’re on guestlist! Follow Yulia Niko: @yulianikoFollow Katie: @katiehayknightFollow the podcast: @canuputmeonguestlist SPONSORS TrackstackTrackstack is the all-in-one platform built for music creators - send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase.Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life.trackstack.app LabelWorxDistribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights - built by people who live and breathe dance music.labelworx.com Sounds AustraliaHuge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam and supporting Australian artists globally.soundsaustralia.com.au Wow CacaoMade from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants.Follow: @drinkwowcacao

    52 min

  4. JAN 27

    How Teletech Is Building the Biggest Hard Techno Community in the World

    I sit down with the founders of Teletech to break down how the hard techno scene exploded into a global movement. From underground raves in Manchester to selling 20,000 tickets in an hour, we unpack how Teletech scaled by prioritising community over hype, accessibility over elitism, and long-term thinking over quick wins. We talk about why hard techno connected so deeply with younger crowds, what most promoters get wrong about the raver experience, and how learning from negative feedback shaped Teletech’s growth. The conversation also dives into touring Australia and Europe, building artists alongside a brand, and why things like sound, space, water, and respect matter more than flashy line-ups. This episode is about the rise of hard techno, building culture instead of just events, and what it really takes to grow a global event brand. 🌟 Sponsors 🎧 TrackstackThe all-in-one platform built for music creators - send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase. Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life. 🚀 LabelWorxDistribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights - built by people who live and breathe dance music. 🇦🇺 Sounds AustraliaHuge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam and supporting Australian artists globally. 🥥 Wow CacaoA refreshing, vitamin-rich drink made from rescued cacao pulp, packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants.

    1h 6m

  5. JAN 20

    Chris Avantgarde on the Genre-Blending Era of Dance Music

    In this episode of Can U Put Me On Guestlist?, I sit down with Chris Avantgarde to talk about why we’re officially in the genre-blending era of dance music. From being “too techno for the commercial crowd and too commercial for the techno crowd” to playing the Las Vegas Sphere, Chris opens up about finding creative freedom beyond genre labels, navigating rejection, and trusting instinct over perfection. We talk about his journey from Germany to London, working with Anyma and Afterlife, producing music for clubs versus festivals, and building a parallel career in film, TV, and gaming with projects for Netflix, Amazon, and Call of Duty. Chris also shares the thinking behind Hyperreal, his approach to evolving as an artist, and why genre lines matter less than ever. This episode is about identity, authenticity, and making music that feels real - without fitting into a box. 🌟 SPONSORS 🎧 TrackstackTrackstack is the all-in-one platform built for music creators — from promos and demos to social-ready video content.Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life.👉 https://www.trackstack.app/ 🚀 LabelWorxDistribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights — built by people who live and breathe dance music.👉 https://labelworx.com/ 🇦🇺 Sounds AustraliaHuge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam and supporting Australian artists globally.👉 https://soundsaustralia.com.au/ 🥥 Wow CacaoMade from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants.👉 Follow @drinkwowcacao

    50 min

  6. JAN 13

    From Fan to President: Moody Jones on Taking Over the Dirtybird Label

    In this in-depth conversation, Moody Jones shares how he went from Dirtybird superfan to Label President, and what it really takes to take over an iconic dance music record label without losing its soul. We unpack the full story behind Dirtybird’s 20-year legacy, why the label was acquired as an act of cultural preservation, and how community — not hype or algorithms — became its strongest asset. Moody breaks down the difference between acquiring vs signing labels, building sustainable, artist-led ecosystems, and why infrastructure matters more than ever in modern dance music. In this episode, we cover: • How Dirtybird was saved from disappearing • Taking over your hero’s record label • Why community-led labels outperform hype-driven ones • The future of A&R, audience-building, and artist ownership • How Dirtybird continues to grow globally at 20 years strong Whether you’re an artist, label founder, music executive, or dance music fan, this episode offers rare insight into the business, culture, and community behind one of electronic music’s most influential labels. 🌟 Sponsors 🎧 TrackstackThe all-in-one platform for music creators — send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase.Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life.👉 https://www.trackstack.app/ 🚀 LabelWorxDistribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights — built by people who live and breathe dance music.👉 https://labelworx.com/ 🇦🇺 Sounds AustraliaHuge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam and supporting Australian artists globally.👉 https://soundsaustralia.com.au/ 🥥 Wow CacaoMade from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants.👉 Follow @drinkwowcacao

    1h 5m

  7. JAN 6

    SYREETA: The Moment You Leave the Day Job | Going All In on Music

    In this episode, I sit down with SYREETA, one of the most respected DJs in house music, to talk about the moment you know it’s time to leave the day job and fully commit to your path in dance music. From waking up at 4am to drive trucks for 12-hour shifts, to playing Paradise, ANTS, DC10, Amnesia, and Space Miami with Carl Cox, SYREETA’s journey is a masterclass in graft, self-belief, and trusting your instinct. We talk honestly about the fear of quitting stability, the reality behind the DJ lifestyle, and why there’s never a “right time” - only the moment when you finally back yourself. This episode was recorded live at Duke of Tokyo in Amsterdam, with SYREETA opening up about confidence, staying grounded, and why not dimming to fit in has shaped her career. We get into: • Working as a full-time truck driver while DJing on weekends • 4am starts, sunrise drives and learning music on the road • Knowing when the day job is holding you back • Why there’s no perfect moment to quit — only a feeling • Taking the risk and going all in on dance music • Playing with Carl Cox, ANTS, Paradise and Space Miami • What Carl Cox taught her about confidence in the booth • Never playing the same set twice and trusting your instincts • Growing up around underground parties, reggae, soul and jungle • From Cocoon at Amnesia to playing Ibiza’s biggest stages • Hearing her own track played by Loco Dice for the first time • Supporting emerging artists and opening doors for others • Touring life, burnout, balance and sustainability • Going sober, mental clarity and performing without alcohol • Why representation, authenticity and community matter • “Don’t dim to fit in” - and why there’s space for everyone • Her guestlist rules • The strangest fan gift she’s ever received • What success really feels like when you’ve earned every step If you’re a DJ, producer, creative, or anyone navigating the jump from stability to passion, this episode is for you. SPONSORS Trackstack The all-in-one platform for music creators — send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase. Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life. https://my.trackstack.app/auth/login LabelWorx Distribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights — built by people who live and breathe dance music. https://www.labelworx.com Sounds Australia Huge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam and supporting Australian artists globally. https://www.soundsaustralia.com.au Wow Cacao Made from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants. https://www.instagram.com/drinkwowcacao/ CONNECT Follow SYREETA: https://www.instagram.com/syreetamusic Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/katiehayknight Follow Can U Put Me On Guestlist?: https://www.instagram.com/canuputmeonguestlist

    40 min

  8. 12/16/2025

    AZYR: The rise of hard techno

    In this episode, I sit down with fast-rising hard techno DJ and producer AZYR to unpack one of the most unexpected breakout stories in electronic music - from training as an engineer at Rolls-Royce to selling out all-night-long shows and playing a Boiler Room set watched by millions. We go from underground Teletech parties and getting a call on the day to play, to quitting a “safe” career and touring Australia and South America as hard techno explodes worldwide. In this episode, we get into: Training as an engineer at Rolls-Royce and why he never planned to be a DJ Learning to DJ and produce from scratch during COVID, with zero musical background Discovering hard techno through Teletech and early underground parties Getting a call on the day to play Teletech after another artist dropped out Being signed to an agency the same day he played one of his first major shows Why being thrown in the deep end helped him avoid overthinking big moments Playing Boiler Room - the nerves, the pressure, and watching it back weeks later The rise of hard techno and why the crowds feel different right now TikTok’s role in making hard techno explode, even though he barely uses the app No-phone shows vs viral culture and why presence still matters Selling out a 6,500-capacity all-night-long show in Manchester Quitting his full-time job and choosing a world tour over a safe career Touring Australia and South America, and why global crowds connect so deeply How he’s built a loyal community by staying accessible and authentic Dealing with online criticism without letting it affect his confidence Why producing music is harder now than ever, and his plans for an album The strangest fan gift he’s ever received His guestlist rules, and why energy matters more than numbers Sponsors - a huge thank you for supporting the show TrackstackTrackstack is the all-in-one platform built for music creators. Send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase.Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for lifemy.trackstack.app LabelWorxDistribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights built by people who live and breathe dance music. If you are growing a label or releasing music, LabelWorx gives you the system to scale.labelworx.com Sounds AustraliaHuge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam. They support Australian artists at the world’s biggest showcases, festivals, and conferences, helping them reach new audiences worldwide.soundsaustralia.com.au Wow CacaoMade from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants. Ideal for wellness lovers, post-party recovery, or swapping alcohol for something that actually feels good.

    59 min
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As the dance music industry grows and grows, Katie digs deep into the lives of DJs, producers, managers, tour managers, publicists, club owners, label managers, promoters... (basically all of the people who get asked for guestlist) to find out how they started out, challenges they’ve come across, achievements, opinions, goals and, of course, all of the exciting stories that they’ve made along the way... And there's definitely some good ones out there. This podcast is powered by Trackstack.

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  • Creator
    Katie Knight
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    123
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Katie Knight
  • Show Website
    Can U Put Me On Guestlist?

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