Defected: Moments In Music

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A new listening experience with the Defected family. Excited to present our brand new podcast series, hosted by resident DJ Monki. ‘Moments In Music’ will be your go-to podcast to hear in-depth conversations with legends of House Music and club culture.

Episodes

  1. From Almost Quitting Music to Global Success: Purple Disco Machine | Moments in Music w/ Monki

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    From Almost Quitting Music to Global Success: Purple Disco Machine | Moments in Music w/ Monki

    Moments In Music Ep 9 with Purple Disco Machine. German producer, DJ and global household name Tino Pointek, AKA Purple Disco Machine joins us for Episode 9 of Moments In Music. The blueprint for what makes a successful dance music artist in the modern age, Purple Disco Machine is respected on the underground scene while achieving major crossover success with remixes for the likes of Sir Elton John, Dua Lipa and Mark Ronson. The crate-digging kingpin of house and disco first landed on Defected over a decade ago, and now he discusses how his personal catalogue came to be, from his personal, era-defining early influences to the wider context of house, techno and disco across Europe approaching the 21st Century. A staple on the world’s biggest stages, Purple Disco Machine reflects on the moments that shaped his career, from breakthrough releases to unforgettable sets across Ibiza, Europe and beyond - offering deep insight into the decorated journey that has earned him international acclaim and a fiercely loyal global fanbase.

    49 min

  2. 09/16/2025

    Defected: Moments in Music w/ Josh Baker & Monki – From Dreaming Big at 16 to Headlining Ibiza

    Moments In Music Ep 8 with Josh Baker. Award-winning DJ, producer, label boss and festival founder Josh Baker joins us for Episode 8 of Defected’s Moments In Music. From his early days on the Manchester scene to launching label and party collective You&Me, Josh Baker’s story is signposted by breakthrough sets in the UK and abroad, earning him international acclaim and a very loyal fanbase. Alongside pioneering new pathways for aspiring producers with his SYNTHO platform, and selling out his acclaimed Hide&Seek Festival, Josh is fresh off the back of a phenomenal season in Ibiza, one that has seen him grace the cover of DJ Mag Ibiza in August 2025 after multiple career-defining sets at Amnesia, Josh Baker delves into moments that made him one of the UK’s hottest names in dance music.

    45 min

  3. 02/26/2025

    Defected: Moments in Music w/ Carl Craig & Monki – From Violent Streets to Global Fame: Carl Craig’s Journey

    Moments in Music Ep 7 with Carl Craig. In this episode of Moments in Music, we sit down with techno pioneer Carl Craig, a true innovator who has shaped the global electronic music landscape. From his early influences at Detroit roller rinks to discovering his passion for synthesizers, Carl shares how his journey through music was shaped by the energy of his surroundings. With a career spanning decades, Carl Craig continues to push boundaries, blending techno with jazz, orchestral elements, and experimental soundscapes. Join us for a deep dive into his world, where creativity knows no limits, and the beat never stops.

    58 min

  4. 07/24/2024

    Defected: Moments in Music w/ MK & Monki – From Detroit to Ibiza: An Exclusive Interview with a House Music Legend

    Moments In Music EP6. Featuring house music legend MK. The dance music icon sat down with Monki to discuss his remarkable journey from the streets of Detroit to the vibrant stages of Ibiza.

    40 min

  5. 06/19/2024

    Defected: Moments in Music w/ Rudimental & Monki – From Pirate Radio to Platinum Hits

    Rudimental's Kesi and Piers join Monki to recount their rise from Hackney's 90’s pirate radio scene to becoming platinum-selling producers. Credits: Host: Lucy Monkman Guest: Rudimental Creative Director: Tom Coxhead Executive Producer: Chris Davies Executive Producer: Conor O’Brien Executive Producer: Matt Healy DoP: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Editor: Mika Nesseroff Editor: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Sound Mastering: Mark Duckett Produced by Defected Records

    59 min

  6. 03/03/2024

    Defected: Moments in Music w/ Joseph Capriati & Monki – House music roots, finding happiness & life on the road

    One of the world’s most in demand DJs, Joseph Capriati, joins Monki to discuss his Moments in Music. Credits: Host: Lucy Monkman Guest: Joseph Capriati Creative Director: Tom Coxhead Executive Producer: Chris Davies Executive Producer: Conor O’Brien Executive Producer: Matt Healy DoP: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Editor: Mika Nesseroff Editor: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Sound Mastering: Mark Duckett Produced by Defected Records

    1 hr
  7. Defected: Moments In Music w/ Roger Sanchez & Monki - experimentation, self-expression and trusting your craft

    02/18/2024

    Defected: Moments In Music w/ Roger Sanchez & Monki - experimentation, self-expression and trusting your craft

    House Music legend Roger Sanchez joins Monki to discuss his moments in music and rise to DJ stardom. Credits: Host: Lucy Monkman Guest: Roger Sanchez Creative Director: Tom Coxhead Executive Producer: Chris Davies Executive Producer: Conor O’Brien Executive Producer: Matt Healy DoP: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Editor: Mika Nesseroff Editor: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Sound Mastering: Mark Duckett Produced by Defected Records

    1h 3m
  8. Defected: Moments In Music w/ Skream & Monki - From Dubstep to House, he carved his own path

    02/05/2024

    Defected: Moments In Music w/ Skream & Monki - From Dubstep to House, he carved his own path

    Monki and Skream sit down and discuss his musical journey, from working in local record shops to pioneering a musical movement which swept the world, and everything that followed. Credits: Host: Lucy Monkman Guest: Skream Creative Director: Tom Coxhead Executive Producer: Chris Davies Executive Producer: Conor O’Brien Executive Producer: Matt Healy DoP: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Editor: Mika Nesseroff Editor: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Sound Mastering: Mark Duckett Produced by Defected Records

    1h 7m
  9. Defected: Moments In Music w/ Sam Divine & Monki - House Music, Homelessness, Sobriety & Overcoming Depression

    01/22/2024

    Defected: Moments In Music w/ Sam Divine & Monki - House Music, Homelessness, Sobriety & Overcoming Depression

    Monki & Sam Divine sit down and discuss music, life and everything in between in episode #1 of Moments In Music. From Sam’s favourite records to mental health and touring, this episode is one to dive deep into. Credits: Host: Lucy Monkman Guest: Sam Divine Creative Director: Tom Coxhead Executive Producer: Chris Davies Executive Producer: Conor O’Brien Executive Producer: Matt Healy DoP: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Editor: Mika Nesseroff Editor: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Sound Mastering: Mark Duckett Produced by Defected Records

    54 min
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A new listening experience with the Defected family. Excited to present our brand new podcast series, hosted by resident DJ Monki. ‘Moments In Music’ will be your go-to podcast to hear in-depth conversations with legends of House Music and club culture.

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