Dexter Jones

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Dexter Jones Podcast is a long-form interview series documenting the people, stories, and moments that shaped dance music culture, from the early rave years to the global club movement. Hosted by Dexter Jones, the podcast features in-depth conversations with DJs, producers, promoters, journalists, and industry figures who lived through the rise of rave culture, clubbing, and Ibiza as a worldwide dance music epicentre. Each episode goes beyond nostalgia to explore what really happened behind the scenes, covering creativity, success, failure, excess, reinvention, and the realities of building a life and career in electronic music. For guest invitations, sponsorship proposals, and collaboration enquiries, please contact Dexter: rave@onemoretimeibiza.com

  1. 2d ago

    Guy Williams on How a WEDNESDAY Night Filled The Haçienda

    How did a monthly Wednesday night attract 2,000 clubbers to The Haçienda? Guy Williams experienced Manchester’s acid-house explosion before becoming a regular DJ at Flesh, one of The Haçienda’s most groundbreaking club nights. From there, his journey took him through Trade, DTPM, Queer Nation, Defected Records and the golden years of Ibiza. In this episode, Guy takes us inside the clubs, record labels and dance floors that helped shape British club culture. He explains how Manchester changed during the early 1990s, why Flesh became such an important night and how he progressed from learning to DJ in public to playing around the world. Guy also discusses working for Pete Waterman, becoming club promotions manager at Defected, witnessing Ibiza’s extraordinary 24-hour era and eventually creating Flash at Pikes—a party built around brilliant music, inclusivity and clubbing without prejudice. A fascinating journey through Manchester, London and Ibiza with someone who experienced it from inside the DJ booth. ▶️ SUBSCRIBE—it’s free, and you’re on the guest list: https://www.youtube.com/@subscribetodexterjones?sub_confirmation=1 --- WHAT’S INCLUDED: • Growing up surrounded by records and musicians • Being 18 in Manchester during the Second Summer of Love • Discovering The Haçienda and Manchester’s underground clubs • Learning to DJ while already playing in public • Performing as part of DJ duo Planet Janet • Becoming a regular DJ at Flesh • How Flesh attracted 2,000 clubbers on a Wednesday • Manchester’s changing club culture during the early 1990s • The connection between Strawberry Sundae and Trade • Working for Pete Waterman and Jive Records • Becoming a resident at Trade, DTPM and Queer Nation • Working behind the scenes at Defected Records • Why Guy never embraced hard house • Ibiza’s legendary 24-hour clubbing era • Creating Flash at Pikes Ibiza • Flash’s relationship with Homoelectric • Why the best dance floors welcome everybody • The final record ever played at The Haçienda --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 2,000 clubbers on a Wednesday 00:42 Guy Williams: Manchester to Ibiza 03:36 Growing up inside the music industry 06:29 Discovering Manchester clubs and The Haçienda 09:40 How Guy Williams became a DJ 12:32 Planet Janet and the first residencies 13:15 What happened to Guy’s record collection? 18:50 How Flesh transformed The Haçienda 23:39 Strawberry Sundae and its connection to Trade 26:43 Working for Pete Waterman 30:50 Moving to London 31:04 Becoming a Trade and DTPM resident 33:29 Working at Defected Records 35:51 The music Guy played at Trade 37:32 When British club culture began changing 38:42 Ibiza’s extraordinary golden years 44:30 Creating Flash at Pikes Ibiza 48:25 Flash, Homoelectric and inclusive dance floors 51:41 Guy’s life in Ibiza today 54:14 The final record played at The Haçienda

  2. Jul 13

    Graeme Park on ACCIDENTALLY Becoming a DJ

    Graeme Park never planned to become a DJ. A reluctant "yes" behind the counter of a Manchester record shop led to one of the most influential careers in dance music history. From discovering I Feel Love and the explosion of Chicago House to becoming one of the defining resident DJs at The Haçienda, Graeme shares the moments that shaped both his life and an entire generation of club culture. We also dive into the rise of Acid House, why The Haçienda became legendary, how Haçienda Classical was born from a drunken conversation, and why, after more than 40 years behind the decks, Graeme still believes great music has no boundaries. This is the story of a man who never intended to become a DJ... and ended up helping shape dance music forever. 🎙️ Guest: Graeme Park In this episode: • Growing up in Manchester • Working in record shops before Spotify • The record that changed everything – I Feel Love • Becoming a DJ by accident • The birth of House music in Britain • Life inside The Haçienda • Why The Haçienda became legendary • The rise of Haçienda Classical • DJing then vs now • Why great DJs should never stop discovering music --- Chapters 📖 00:00 I Never Wanted to Be a DJ 01:17 How a Record Shop Changed My Life 06:52 The Record That Changed Everything 09:19 Becoming a DJ By Accident 13:12 Discovering Chicago House Music 15:06 How The Haçienda Really Began 21:22 Why The Haçienda Changed Clubbing Forever 30:54 The Birth of Haçienda Classical 34:11 "The First Show Was a Disaster" 38:28 Why Every DJ Has an Orchestra Now 48:01 Has Dance Music Become Too Formulaic? 53:53 The Records That Defined The Haçienda 56:43 Why I Stopped Drinking 59:33 Cycling, Fitness & Still DJing After 40 Years 01:00:32 Final Thoughts 🎙️ The Dexter Jones Podcast – Conversations with the people who shaped dance music. 👍 If you enjoy the podcast, please like, subscribe and leave a comment. It really helps us continue documenting the history of dance music through the people who lived it.

  3. Jul 5

    George Kafetzis on "Absolutely Smashing It"... Without Any Sound!

    He thought he was absolutely smashing it... For 45 minutes, George Kafetzis believed he was hosting one of his best Facebook Live sessions ever. The comments were flying in, people were reacting, and everything seemed perfect... There was just one problem. There was no sound. In one of the funniest stories ever told on The Dexter Jones Podcast, George shares the unforgettable moment his wife walked downstairs and broke the news that thousands of people had been watching... in complete silence. But beyond the laughter is the story of one of the UK's most respected DJs, promoters and likeable industry characters. George has spent decades helping shape club culture, promoting events, supporting artists and building a reputation as one of the genuine good guys of the dance music scene. In this episode, we talk about: 🔴 The hilarious 45-minute silent Facebook Live 🎧 George's journey through the UK dance music scene 🎤 DJing, promoting and life behind the scenes 😂 The funniest moments from a lifetime in clubland ❤️ Why passion for music never disappears Chapters 📖  00:00 The Silent Facebook Live Disaster 02:31 Social Media, Comedy & Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously 02:54 Forbidden Forest, Godskitchen & Still Playing Big Gigs 03:20 Growing Up In Birmingham 04:16 Wanting To Be An Actor 05:24 Entertaining Crowds & Nearly Breaking The Decks 06:44 How George Got Into DJing 07:42 Birmingham Clubbing, Slag, Crunch & The Early Scene 09:19 Working At TGI Fridays In Its Glory Days 11:40 Playing Clubs, Promoting Nights & Building A Name 12:21 Bringing Cream Classics Back To The Q Club 13:57 Why The Q Club Was So Special 26:33 Acting, DJing & Hearing Damage 35:12 Godskitchen Birmingham & Luna Springs 40:16 DJs George Rates Today 46:45 Embracing The Viral No Sound Clip 47:13 Why Birmingham Is Such A Special Dance Music City 50:06 The Final Tune: Orbital - Belfast 50:42 Closing Thoughts If you love dance music, Ibiza, club culture and the stories behind the people who built it, you're in the right place. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider subscribing. Every like, comment, and share genuinely helps us preserve these incredible stories from dance music history. Subscribe for a brand new episode every Sunday.

  4. Jun 28

    Dale Castell on How COVID Changed Everything

    When COVID shut down the music industry overnight, DJs across the world were left wondering what came next. For Dale Castell, what started as a simple Facebook livestream from his son's bedroom unexpectedly became one of the biggest moments of his career. Within weeks, thousands of people were tuning in live, his audience was growing every week, and one stream would go on to reach over half a million views. In this episode of The Dexter Jones Podcast, Dale shares the incredible story behind those lockdown livestreams, growing up in Halifax, his journey from drummer to DJ, the evolution of Kevin & Perry Ibiza, HomeRave, the challenges of Facebook livestreaming, and why community has become more important than ever in dance music. If you've ever wondered how one of the toughest periods in clubbing history created unexpected opportunities, this is a story you won't want to miss. In this episode: • How COVID changed Dale Castell's career forever • Every gig cancelled overnight • Building a viral Facebook livestream audience • 5,500 people watching live • Over half a million views from one show • HomeRave and surviving Facebook takedowns • Kevin & Perry Ibiza behind the scenes • Why dance music communities matter more than ever • The future of clubbing and festivals • Dale Castell's One More Tune Chapters 00:00 COVID Changed Everything 01:00 Meet DJ Dale Castell 02:15 Why One More Time Ibiza Is So Special 05:20 How Dale Castell Got Into Dance Music 08:30 My First Nightclub Experience 12:00 Why I Quit My Band To Become A DJ 16:00 Every DJ Lost Their Gigs Overnight 19:00 Too Scared To Press LIVE 23:30 How My Livestream Went Viral 27:00 5,500 People Watching Live 30:30 Half A Million Views In One Night 34:00 Facebook Kept Taking My Streams Down 39:00 How HomeRave Changed Everything 44:30 Behind The Kevin & Perry Ibiza Terrace 49:30 How We Fixed The Kevin & Perry Terrace 54:00 Why Dance Music Festivals Have Changed 57:00 Dale Castell's One More Tune

  5. Jun 21

    Utah Saints on Not Having a Plan B

    Utah Saints join Dexter Jones for a candid, funny and insightful conversation about building one of the most recognisable names in dance music with absolutely no backup plan. From pressing their first white labels and navigating the unpredictable world of music promotion, to surviving industry changes, technological revolutions and three decades of dance music culture, this episode explores how Utah Saints turned passion, persistence and a healthy disregard for conventional career advice into a remarkable success story. Along the way, we discuss the realities of running events, why most people completely misunderstand what makes a great DJ, and the lessons they've learned from spending 35 years at the heart of club culture. If you love rave history, dance music, DJ culture, festival stories and honest conversations about what it really takes to survive in the music industry, this episode is packed with wisdom, humour and nostalgia. In this episode: ▪️ Why Utah Saints never had a Plan B ▪️ The business model that would make a bank manager laugh ▪️ How they built a career that wasn't supposed to work ▪️ Surviving 35 years in the music industry ▪️ The risks and realities of running festivals and events ▪️ Why track selection is more important than technology ▪️ The art of reading a crowd and taking people on a journey ▪️ How dance music culture has evolved over three decades ▪️ The challenges facing DJs, promoters and artists today ▪️ The stories behind the Utah Saints name ▪️ Lessons learned from a lifetime in club culture ▪️ Why they're still passionate about music after all these years Chapters 📖 00:00:00 Why Utah Saints Had NO PLAN B 00:02:15 The Brutal Reality of Running Dance Music Events 00:08:35 Why Promoters Are Taking Huge Financial Risks Today 00:16:05 From White Labels to Worldwide Success 00:18:40 How Utah Saints Accidentally Became a Global Dance Act 00:22:20 The Surprising Story Behind the Utah Saints Name 00:27:10 Leeds, Rave Culture & The Birth of UK Dance Music 00:33:05 Why Utah Saints Walked Away from the Rave Circuit 00:37:45 The Biggest Risks That Changed Their Career Forever 00:44:50 Has Technology Made DJing Easier or Better? 00:47:15 The Most Important DJ Skill Nobody Talks About 00:49:50 Sampling Kate Bush, Metallica & Dance Music Innovation 00:55:00 The Worst Technical Disasters of Their Career 01:00:00 Are Festivals Killing Nightclubs? 01:03:40 What Utah Saints Would Do Differently Starting Today 01:04:40 The Legacy of Utah Saints & 35 Years in Dance Music

  6. Jun 14

    Tenacious on Judge Jules Picking Our First-Ever Track

    Tenacious join Dexter Jones for a nostalgic, hilarious and inspiring conversation about the rollercoaster journey from passionate clubbers and bedroom producers to hearing their own music played on the biggest stage in dance music. From losing an irreplaceable DAT tape in the post and painstakingly rebuilding tracks from memory, to the surreal moment they discovered their music had been championed by Judge Jules on BBC Radio 1, this episode is packed with the kind of stories that remind you just how different the dance music industry used to be. We discuss white labels, record shops, mixtapes, taking chances, near disasters, and the persistence it takes to keep going when everything seems to be working against you. Through equal parts determination, talent and a bit of chaos, Tenacious prove that sometimes the craziest setbacks lead to the biggest breakthroughs. If you love trance, club culture, behind-the-scenes music stories and hearing how some of the most memorable dance records came to life, this episode is full of humour, honesty and nostalgia. In this episode: ▪️ How a lost DAT tape nearly destroyed everything ▪️ Rebuilding an entire track from memory ▪️ The moment Judge Jules played their track on BBC Radio 1 ▪️ Receiving 98 missed calls after the broadcast ▪️ The power of white labels and record shop culture ▪️ Sampling, creativity and making something from almost nothing ▪️ The realities of breaking through in the pre-social media era ▪️ Why persistence mattered more than perfection ▪️ Hilarious stories from life on the dance music circuit ▪️ The highs, lows and near misses behind the scenes ▪️ What today's producers can learn from the old-school approach ▪️ Lessons from decades spent in dance music Chapters 📖 00:00 Judge Jules, Tiësto & The DAT Tape That Vanished 01:07 Introduction: Meet Tenacious 05:50 World Dance, Seduction & The Early Rave Scene 10:00 Learning To DJ: Weddings, Mobile Discos & First Gigs 14:15 Under-18 Clubs, Jungle & Drum & Bass Beginnings 18:45 The Birth Of Tenacious & Early Studio Experiments 23:30 The First Tracks: Learning Production The Hard Way 28:15 The Trance Explosion & Falling In Love With Ibiza 33:20 Cream Ibiza, Radio 1 Weekenders & Clubland's Golden Era 38:10 The Story Behind Their Biggest Breakthrough 43:50 Judge Jules Made Our Track 'Tried & Tested' 49:20 Touring, DJ Life & How The Industry Has Changed 54:15 New Releases, Summer Plans & Ibiza 2026 59:45 Slip Back In Time, Community & Staying Grounded 01:06:40 The Ultimate Closing Track & Final Thoughts

  7. Jun 7

    Chris Agnelli on Is Too Much Choice KILLING Dance Music?

    Chris Agnelli joins Dexter Jones once again for part two of an honest, hilarious and thought-provoking conversation about the changing face of dance music, the realities of life as a DJ and producer, and the stories that never make it into the headlines. From the staggering fact that more tracks are now released on Beatport in a single week than were released in the whole of 1999, to his candid thoughts on ghost producers and authenticity in electronic music, Chris opens up like never before. We discuss rebuilding El Niño from memory, rediscovering forgotten remixes, surviving a surreal gig in Beirut with armed guards, and the pressures of trying to maintain a career in an increasingly crowded industry. Chris also reflects on streaming, social media, TikTok, podcasting, and what aspiring DJs and producers really need to understand if they want to stand out in today's landscape. If you love trance, dance music, behind-the-scenes stories and hearing the unfiltered truth from artists who have lived through multiple eras of club culture, this episode is packed with insight, humour and nostalgia. In this episode: ▪️ More tracks released on Beatport in a week than the whole of 1999 ▪️ Chris' honest thoughts on ghost producers ▪️ Rebuilding El Niño from memory ▪️ The unbelievable Beirut gig with armed guards ▪️ Rediscovering forgotten remixes from the past ▪️ The pressures of surviving in the modern music industry ▪️ Streaming, downloads and the death of physical music ▪️ Advice for aspiring DJs and producers ▪️ TikTok, social media and building an audience today ▪️ The realities of podcast growth and content creation ▪️ Behind-the-scenes stories from decades in dance music ▪️ Lessons learned from a lifetime in the scene --- Chapters 📖  00:00 Teaser: Ghost Producers, Beirut Chaos & Dance Music Secrets 02:07 The Beatport Explosion: More Tracks Released in a Week Than 1999 02:34 The Problem With Ghost Producers 02:53 Rebuilding El Niño From Memory 03:17 The Crazy Beirut Gig With Armed Guards 08:02 Breaking Through in the Dance Music Industry 13:47 The Reality of DJ Success and Pressure 20:54 How the Music Industry Changed Forever 29:28 Streaming, Downloads and the Death of Physical Music 38:57 Advice for Aspiring Producers and DJs 46:06 Can Social Media Really Grow a Podcast? 48:25 TikTok, Spotify and Building an Audience Today 59:27 Behind-the-Scenes Stories From the Dancefloor 01:08:42 Looking Back: Lessons From a Lifetime in Music 01:15:18 Final Thoughts and What's Next

  8. May 31

    Chris Agnelli on Creating Classics and Rebuilding an Anthem after Losing it!

    Chris Agnelli joins me for a fascinating deep dive into the story of Agnelli & Nelson, the creation of El Niño and Everyday (amongst others), the golden era of trance, and the wild reality of dance music during the 1990s and 2000s. From growing up in Northern Ireland during the rave explosion to creating one of the most iconic trance records ever made, Chris shares the untold stories behind Agnelli & Nelson's rise, the birth of El Niño, signing to the legendary Extravaganza label, and the moment everything changed forever. We discuss how El Niño was created, how the original file was lost and had to be rebuilt from scratch, the incredible story of the Spanish student who unknowingly became the voice of a trance anthem, and what it was like receiving support from Pete Tong, Judge Jules and Radio 1 at the height of trance culture. Chris also reflects on Ibiza, Gatecrasher, Privilege, Eden, early DJ technology, vinyl culture, and how clubbing has evolved over the last three decades. If you were there during the golden era of trance, Gatecrasher, Godskitchen, Cream, Radio 1 and Ibiza, this episode is packed with nostalgia, insider stories and moments you won't hear anywhere else. In this episode: ▪️ The untold story behind El Niño ▪️ How Agnelli & Nelson exploded worldwide ▪️ Pete Tong, Judge Jules & Radio 1 support ▪️ The file corruption that nearly killed a trance classic ▪️ The Spanish student behind the famous vocal ▪️ Ibiza & the golden era of trance ▪️ Vinyl, CDJs & the evolution of DJ culture ▪️ Life inside the dance music industry Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:12 Ibiza, Es Paradis & The Golden Era 04:45 Why Chris Agnelli Hated Playing Privilege 08:32 The Wild Alex P Ibiza Story 11:40 Life Before Mobile Phones & Social Media 15:48 Growing Up In Northern Ireland's Rave Scene 20:35 Discovering Electronic Music & Early Production 24:58 Meeting Robbie Nelson 28:15 Creating El Niño 33:22 "The File Corrupted" 36:45 Rebuilding El Niño From Scratch 39:50 The Spanish Student Behind The Vocal 44:18 Signing To Extravaganza Records 47:05 Pete Tong, Judge Jules & Radio 1 Support 50:10 Shooting The El Niño Video In Cuba 53:05 The Rise Of Agnelli & Nelson 55:15 Part Two Preview

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Dexter Jones Podcast is a long-form interview series documenting the people, stories, and moments that shaped dance music culture, from the early rave years to the global club movement. Hosted by Dexter Jones, the podcast features in-depth conversations with DJs, producers, promoters, journalists, and industry figures who lived through the rise of rave culture, clubbing, and Ibiza as a worldwide dance music epicentre. Each episode goes beyond nostalgia to explore what really happened behind the scenes, covering creativity, success, failure, excess, reinvention, and the realities of building a life and career in electronic music. For guest invitations, sponsorship proposals, and collaboration enquiries, please contact Dexter: rave@onemoretimeibiza.com

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  • Creator
    Dexter Jones
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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