unplugged with breakthewire

breakthewire

The unplugged podcast delves into electronic and underground music featuring coveted DJs in the scene. We hope to cover creative processes, industry trends, and the artistic journey of our guests in the episodes, whilst also providing listeners with an engaging and informative experience. The purpose of the podcast is not to solely deep dive into the discography and history of our guests but to provide a platform for DJs and artists to talk about anything they wish to share. Stay tuned for comical anecdotes, insights, and tips and tricks from your favorite DJ's, we hope you enjoy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Madam X - 3 Jobs on 3 Hours Sleep, Aux wars at House Parties and Living Abroad (E5)

    08/13/2024

    Madam X - 3 Jobs on 3 Hours Sleep, Aux wars at House Parties and Living Abroad (E5)

    This podcast is an unfiltered glimpse into the pulsating heart of DJ culture, offering insights, anecdotes, and advice from one of the industry's own. Tune in for an inspiring mix of wisdom, anecdotes, and laughter as we take you on a journey through the vibrant world of DJs and music culture. Join the breakthewire cast Louis and Amy, as they engage in conversation with the esteemed underground Madam X. Throughout this conversation, Madam X and the cast explore a diverse range of topics: Introduction and Early Beginnings Life after college Living in Manchester, Music college Full Time in Music DJing in Athens How different is the scene now compared to when you came through? Marketing yourself as an artist / DJ First time releasing music and 10 years of kaizen Madam X exercise and exercising to good music ION Festival Favourite festivals Kaizen, influence from loofah, best moments Glastonbury Touring First Radio 1 set Quick Fire Round Madam X Links: 📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/djmadamx/ 📷 Kaizen IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaizenltd/ breakthewire links: ✉️ Business Email: info@breakthewire.co.uk 📺 Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZWSSdQOq_S3umxATyQHRw 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JTDYRCJuj39qgNPUkNoKm?si=xRrw_pqnSEOiXnP_DZU6mQ 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire/ ⏱️ Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/breakthewire 🔗 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/breakthewire Produced by @idodcaststudio & @peggs808 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  2. Denham Audio - The story behind 'Make Me', Warzone with Interplanetary Criminal and Boiler Room Set (EP4)

    07/10/2024

    Denham Audio - The story behind 'Make Me', Warzone with Interplanetary Criminal and Boiler Room Set (EP4)

    This podcast is an unfiltered glimpse into the pulsating heart of DJ culture, offering insights, anecdotes, and advice from one of the industry's own. Tune in for an inspiring mix of wisdom, anecdotes, and laughter as we take you on a journey through the vibrant world of DJs and music culture. Join the breakthewire cast Louis and Amy, as they engage in conversation with the esteemed underground DJ Denham Audio, who is 1/4 Club Glow and the producer behind the illustrious track 'Make Me'. Throughout this conversation, Denham Audio and the cast explore a diverse range of topics: Introduction to music Working alongside music and games Touring around the world What are the crowds like in Tokyo? Best food in Asia What are your plans next? All night-long sets Asian crowds and Phones on the dance floor Glastonbury debut Boiler Room DJs winging it when they get paired for a B2B Process of getting songs signed Quickest time to make a track GDS girls playing track in four days Testing process with tracks Approach and Opinion to social content U MAKE ME Story Main goal atm? Managers in Music Relationship with IPC - Warzone Favourite B2B partner Balamii show lockdown at Denham Audio Self-belief in the industry Club Glow origins Quickfire questions Denham Audio Links: 📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/denhamaudio/ breakthewire links: ✉️ Business Email: info@breakthewire.co.uk 📺 Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZWSSdQOq_S3umxATyQHRw 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JTDYRCJuj39qgNPUkNoKm?si=xRrw_pqnSEOiXnP_DZU6mQ 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire/ ⏱️ Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/breakthewire 🔗 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/breakthewire Produced by @idodcaststudio & @peggs808 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  3. EC2A's Dr Dubplate - Starting a record label, throwing raves at 16 and pretentiousness in music...(E3)

    04/02/2024

    EC2A's Dr Dubplate - Starting a record label, throwing raves at 16 and pretentiousness in music...(E3)

    This podcast is an unfiltered glimpse into the pulsating heart of DJ culture, offering insights, anecdotes, and advice from one of the industry's own. Tune in for an inspiring mix of wisdom, anecdotes, and laughter as we take you on a journey through the vibrant world of DJs and music culture. Join the breakthewire cast Jack and Amy, as they engage in conversation with the esteemed UKG, Techno and Hardhouse DJ, Dr Dubplate. Throughout this conversation, Dr Dubplate and the cast explore a diverse range of topics: IntroductionImposter syndrome for headlining eventsHow to start a labelHow did you start EC2AWhat did Dr Dubplate do before lockdown/ DJing? Finding a passion in promoting partiesGetting into DJing through University in BristolWhere is EC2A going, genres etcBest nights out? Difference between UK and Australian crowds? Music people don't like to work...Up and coming younger producers (Skeptic)EC2A USBs...Favourite Set played and seenFirst ever festivalWho parties the hardest?Dream B2B? If you could only play one genre?What is one tune every DJ should have on their USB? Go to closing track? Biggest inspiration? Dr Dubplate Links: 📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr_dubplate/ 📷 @ec2aworldwide566 : https://www.instagram.com/ec2a_/ breakthewire links: ✉️ Business Email: info@breakthewire.co.uk 📺 Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZWSSdQOq_S3umxATyQHRw 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JTDYRCJuj39qgNPUkNoKm?si=xRrw_pqnSEOiXnP_DZU6mQ 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire/ ⏱️ Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/breakthewire 🔗 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/breakthewire Produced by @idodcaststudio & @peggs808 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  4. Sir Hiss - DJing in the US, UK vs US Crowds, finding the perfect sample, and is Grime Dead? (E2)

    02/28/2024

    Sir Hiss - DJing in the US, UK vs US Crowds, finding the perfect sample, and is Grime Dead? (E2)

    This podcast is an unfiltered glimpse into the pulsating heart of DJ culture, offering insights, anecdotes, and advice from one of the industry's own. Tune in for an inspiring mix of wisdom, anecdotes, and laughter as we take you on a journey through the vibrant world of DJs and music culture. Join the breakthewire cast Louis and Amy, as they engage in conversation with the esteemed Grime and Dubstep DJ, Sir Hiss. Throughout this conversation, Sir Hiss and the cast explore a diverse range of topics: What Inspired you to start DJing? How Sir Hiss chose his name? What would you be doing if you were not a DJ? Starting the label NO More Mail Outs Why selling merch is harder than selling vinyl? Finding the perfect sample! Making Video Content as a DJ/ producer Touring in the US UK vs US crowds UKG and Grime Scene in the US Hamdi USA Tour Life Touring as a DJ Redbulls on the rider Is Grime Dead? Who's the best producer of all time? EC2A Dubplate track Which City goes the hardest? Keep Hush Sets The Lot Radio Set Ben UFO playing out Sir Hiss productions Sir Spyro - Who is one producer that you look up to? What is one Tune every DJ should have on their USB? Dream B2B? What is your favorite opening track? How difficult is the transition following on from another DJ? First major festival you ever went to? ✉️ Business Email: info@breakthewire.co.uk 📺 Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZWSSdQOq_S3umxATyQHRw 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire/ ⏱️ Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/breakthewire 🔗 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/breakthewire Produced by @idodcaststudio & @peggs808 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  5. Girls Don't Sync's Sophia Violet - Ibiza, Glastonbury and best UK Crowds! (E1)

    11/22/2023

    Girls Don't Sync's Sophia Violet - Ibiza, Glastonbury and best UK Crowds! (E1)

    This podcast is an unfiltered glimpse into the pulsating heart of DJ culture, offering insights, anecdotes, and advice from one of the industry's own. Tune in for an inspiring mix of wisdom, anecdotes, and laughter as we take you on a journey through the vibrant world of DJs and music culture. Join the breakthewire cast Louis and Amy, as they engage in conversation with the esteemed underground DJ Sophia Violet who is 1/4 of Girls Don't Sync. Throughout this conversation, Sophia and the cast explore a diverse range of topics: Sophia's early life and her pathway into musicThe Origins of Girls Don't SyncLife on the road with Girls Don't Sync The best UK and international crowds The allure that draws millions to the DJ craftIbiza and Glastonbury with Girls Don't SyncNavigating the conundrum of DJing across boundaries and culturesSophia's quest to become a maestro in the production industry with SkepticAdvice on music production and DJingUnveiling the truth behind certain industry myths and practicesSophia's personal favorite musical tracks and inspirationsTranscending passion into a life dedicated to musicLiving with diabetes and Type 1 Community The surprising beginnings of iconic DJs like Seinfeld and Dan Shake, who conquered their first gigs without knowing the ropesThe art of being a selector and exploring the power of a DJ's closing trackUnearthing Sophia Violet's favorite DJ name. ✉️ Business Email: info@breakthewire.co.uk 📺 Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZWSSdQOq_S3umxATyQHRw 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire/ ⏱️ Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/breakthewire 🔗 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/breakthewire Produced by @idodcaststudio & @peggs808 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

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The unplugged podcast delves into electronic and underground music featuring coveted DJs in the scene. We hope to cover creative processes, industry trends, and the artistic journey of our guests in the episodes, whilst also providing listeners with an engaging and informative experience. The purpose of the podcast is not to solely deep dive into the discography and history of our guests but to provide a platform for DJs and artists to talk about anything they wish to share. Stay tuned for comical anecdotes, insights, and tips and tricks from your favorite DJ's, we hope you enjoy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/breakthewire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.