Dances For Buildings with Emily Dust

Emily Dust
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Emily speaks to the world’s most vital DJs, exploring the highs and lows, turning points in their careers and the sweaty nights that make up who they are, recommending the best clubs across the globe, as well as illuminating DJ techniques and tips.   Featuring guests likes Jamz Supernova (BBC 6 Music/Future Bounce), DJ Paulette (one of the Hacienda’s first female residents and recipient of DJ Mag Lifetime Achievement Award), DJ Kampire (Nyege Nyege), BadSista (ground-breaking producer and DJ from São Paulo), UK funky legend Roska and Los Angeles rave queen Bianca Oblivion, the podcast series sketches out portraits of global club culture, documenting tonight for tomorrow. Follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. DJ Target on the Regret of Selling his Records to Dizzee Rascal, the early days of Grime and UK Garage and going to the Legendary Music House

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    DJ Target on the Regret of Selling his Records to Dizzee Rascal, the early days of Grime and UK Garage and going to the Legendary Music House

    DJ Target's name will be familiar to anyone with even a passing interest in UK black music. He is a broadcaster, author and producer. As a key figure of the UK grime scene, he began his career as an original member of Pay As U Go Cartel as well as being a founding member of Roll Deep. He has played a fundamental role in creating grime, which he documents in his book Grime Kids. Grime Kids was adapted for TV and Target is also the host of The Rap Game alongside Krept and Konan and Tonight With Target. DJ Target has hosted a radio show on BBC Radio 1Xtra since 2006 where he has been instrumental in championing new and underground talent. He was also on BBC Radio 1 from 2013 to 2022. In this episode DJ Target talks to Emily about the regret of selling his prized possessions to none other than Dizzee Rascal, the impact of the legendary London dubplate studio, Music House, which was foundational for black music scenes in London from reggae to jungle to garage, and what it was like DJing in Ibiza for the first time. He also talks about breaking new artists on his radio show and which tunes he would choose for carnival. This one is essential listening! Thanks for listening to Dances For Buildings. You can follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust. You can also follow DJ Target on Instagram and TikTok @djtarget.  Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy (@ericamckoy_). Original music by Giulia Tess (@giuliatess). Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  2. Nina Las Vegas on Working with a Spice Girl, Juggling Corporate Gigs and Empowering Women in the Music Industry

    OCT 7

    Nina Las Vegas on Working with a Spice Girl, Juggling Corporate Gigs and Empowering Women in the Music Industry

    We’re kicking off Season 2 in Australia!  Nina Las Vegas is an Australian DJ, producer, label founder and broadcaster. She began her career at Australia’s leading youth radio station, triple j, where she championed underground dance music for nearly a decade. In 2015, Nina launched her own label, NLV Records, continuing her mission to spotlight underground sounds and shape the future of club music. In this episode Nina Las Vegas talks to Emily about working with a Spice Girl, how she balances corporate DJ work so she can really get creative and empowering women in the music industry.  Thanks for listening to Dances For Buildings. You can follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust. You can also follow Nina Las Vegas on Instagram and TikTok @ninalasvegas.  Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy (@ericamckoy_). Original music by Giulia Tess (@giuliatess). Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  3. Introducing Dances For Buildings Season 2

    SEASON 2 TRAILER

    Introducing Dances For Buildings Season 2

    Welcome to Season 2 of Dances For Buildings with Emily Dust! We’re so happy to be back and bringing you insightful conversations about DJ culture, nightlife and travel.  Across the series you'll hear from some of the world's most vital DJs on the highs, lows, turning points and sweaty nights that make up DJ life. We'll hear from DJs like DJ Target, Nina Las Vegas, Tina Edwards, G33 of Girls Don’t Sync and so many more. They’ll be sharing stories of their best and worst gigs, their DJ tips and favourite clubs around the world. This is essential listening for anyone who wants to discover the world through music and club culture.  Episode 1 of Season 2 launches on Tuesday 7th October 2025. You can subscribe now and follow us on Tik Tok and Instagram @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust for the latest episodes, guest info and more. Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy. Original music by Giulia Tess. Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2 min
  4. The Best Of Dances for Buildings Season 1

    SEP 24 · BONUS

    The Best Of Dances for Buildings Season 1

    We’ve been away for a while chatting to your favourite DJ’s, favourite DJ. But we’re returning very soon, with Season 2 of the podcast.  In the meantime, why not check out our Best of Season 1 episode? We’ve brought together just a few of the highlights from the season as we get ready for the release of Season 2.  In this episode we’ll hear conversations with Brazilian DJ, BADSISTA, who has some very funny things to say about the dancing in Europe. The legend, author and broadcaster, DJ Paulette talking about her time at the Hacienda in Manchester. Plus we hear from Bianca Oblivion, an LA based producer and DJ who has some interesting things to say about the proliferation of edits in DJ culture. But first, we kick the episode off with a highlight from Season 1, Episode 1. Roska, is a veteran DJ, producer and label owner, who is one of the pioneers of the UK funky scene, so let’s hear about his humble beginnings… Episode 1 of Season 2 launches on Tuesday 7th October 2025. You can subscribe now and follow us on Tik Tok and Instagram @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust for the latest episodes, guest info and more. Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy. Original music by Giulia Tess. Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  5. Gina Jeanz on Identity, Taking Career Risks and How to Use Social Media to Elevate your DJ career

    04/04/2024

    Gina Jeanz on Identity, Taking Career Risks and How to Use Social Media to Elevate your DJ career

    It's the final episode of Season 1! And we're ending with a good one! Gina Jeanz is a Namibian raised DJ, producer and model who has lived in Cape Town for many years before making a big move to Zurich for her career in 2022. She's earned the Billboard 100 Best New Dance Track accolade for her track 100ml and she's also earned the Glamour South Africa’s Most Glamorous Awards 2021: The Game Changers Edition Winner. In this episode Gina Jeanz talks to Emily about finding her feet in new countries, selling her rider over lockdown, the music scene in Africa vs Europe and what it's like to take big career risks in the hopes for even bigger rewards. Thanks for listening to Dances For Buildings. You can follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust. You can follow Gina Jeanz on Instagram @ginajeanz and on Tik Tok @ Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy. Original music by Giulia Tess. Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  6. Kampire on Using Nostalgia to Build a DJ set, Visa Struggles and Social Responsibility

    03/28/2024

    Kampire on Using Nostalgia to Build a DJ set, Visa Struggles and Social Responsibility

    Kampire is a Ugandan DJ and part of the Ngeye Ngeye crew. She hosts a show on NTS radio and she was one of Mixmag's picks for Top Ten Breakthrough DJs of 2018. In this episode Kampire talks to Emily about how she uses nostalgia to create great moments on the dancefloor, she gives us a little idea about how difficult it is for DJ's from the Global South to get visas and she talks about grappling with world issues whilst being a DJing. Thanks for listening to Dances For Buildings. You can follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust. You can follow Kampire on Instagram @kkaybie. Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy. Original music by Giulia Tess. Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  7. Manuka Honey on Discovering Dubstep, Creating a Safe Club Night for the Queer Community and Astrology

    03/21/2024

    Manuka Honey on Discovering Dubstep, Creating a Safe Club Night for the Queer Community and Astrology

    Manuka Honey is a DJ, producer and astrologer. She was raised in the US before relocating to the UK. In 2023, she had a residency on BBC Radio One. Manuka Honey runs a club night called Sucio, which is a femme focussed party which centres underground Latin and diasporic sounds. In this episode Manuka Honey talks to Emily about discovering dubstep without any context, how she creates safe spaces for the femme and queer community and how she uses astrology to get organised. Thanks for listening to Dances For Buildings. You can follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust. You can follow Manuka Honey on Instagram and TikTok @mariimals. Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy. Original music by Giulia Tess. Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  8. Karen Nyame KG on UK Funky, Industry Challenges and Healthy Boundaries

    03/14/2024

    Karen Nyame KG on UK Funky, Industry Challenges and Healthy Boundaries

    Karen Nyame KG is a one of London's most interesting artists. She's a DJ and producer who started off in the UK funky scene but quit music. She made a big return in 2018 after a release on the label Goon Club All Stars. Since then, she's continued to rise! Mixmag rightly called her one of the DJs who defined 2023. In this episode, Karen Nyame KG talks to Emily about industry challenges, how she's vowed to look after her self with healthy boundaries and how she builds her DJ sets based on emotions. Thanks for listening to Dances For Buildings. You can follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings and @emily_dust. You can follow KG on Instagram and TikTok @karennyamekg. Dances for Buildings is presented by Emily Dust. The producer is Erica McKoy. Original music by Giulia Tess. Artwork by Jonathan Briggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
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Emily speaks to the world’s most vital DJs, exploring the highs and lows, turning points in their careers and the sweaty nights that make up who they are, recommending the best clubs across the globe, as well as illuminating DJ techniques and tips.   Featuring guests likes Jamz Supernova (BBC 6 Music/Future Bounce), DJ Paulette (one of the Hacienda’s first female residents and recipient of DJ Mag Lifetime Achievement Award), DJ Kampire (Nyege Nyege), BadSista (ground-breaking producer and DJ from São Paulo), UK funky legend Roska and Los Angeles rave queen Bianca Oblivion, the podcast series sketches out portraits of global club culture, documenting tonight for tomorrow. Follow us on socials @dancesforbuildings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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