How To DJ

<p>From club to radio and every other music DJ in between; Chris warms up his guests before asking them to pick a set of 5 questions from a box of 45. There are anecdotes aplenty, essential do's & don'ts, as well as gear recommendations, PLUS there's always an apocalyptic set closer too!</p>

Tarzsa

Chris is joined by DJ and Broadcaster Tarzsa who discusses her career so far from growing up in Manchester, discovering her passion for music, live performance and moving to London. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-15
42:06

Darude

From Darude's early life in Finland, his transition from live music to DJing, and the creation of his iconic track 'Sandstorm', Chris chats in depth with Darude. A storm is coming. If you’d like to join Darude in the biggest celebration of his career to date, sign up to www.storm25.world How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-01
45:38

Fabio & Grooverider

Chris is joined by "The Godfathers of Drum and Bass" Fabio & Grooverider for an epic chat about their career. Discussing how they started out in their careers through to working with each other, the importance of selecting the right music and their radio shows. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-18
01:10:45

Terry Farley

Chris is joined by DJ, remixer & producer Terry Farley who discusses his career from the early Ibiza days through to collaborating with Pete Heller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-04
50:17

BK

Chris is joined by Ben Keen AKA BK who discusses his career that's seen him become one of the most prolific DJs and dance music producers on the planet. Ben discusses the record he's most proud of, DJing with vinyl and the difference between live performance and studio recording. This episode is supported by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

09-20
44:30

Quantic

Chris is joined by Will Holland AKA Quantic to discuss his life and career in music from his early musical discoveries through to global influences that shape his tracks and live performances today. This episode is supported by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

09-06
48:01

A Certain Ratio (recorded live at Kendal Calling 2024)

Chris was joined by Martin & Ellen from A Certain Ratio for a live podcast recording at this year's Kendal Calling. The pair chatted about life in the band, comparisons to other Manchester artists, the tracks that are always floor fillers and more. How To DJ is sponsored by Flare Audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

08-09
39:09

Adamski

Chris sits down with Adamski who discusses his explosive rise to the top of the charts and his love of music. From tales of getting a record deal aged 11, through to Top of the Pops performances and visits from Elton John, Adam's story is incredible. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

07-26
37:44

Jon Dasilva

Chris sits down with Jon Dasilva who discusses his career from the early days at the Hacienda, through to becoming friends with bands like New Order and influencing DJs such as Sasha. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

07-12
32:48

K-Klass

Chris is joined by Paul & Russ from electronic group K-Klass who discuss their musical journey from the Hacienda through to creating hits with the likes of Bobby Brown and The Corrs. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

06-28
01:02:27

Mike Toolan

Chris is joined by Hits Radio drivetime presenter Mike Toolan who discusses his radio career from local radio, through to working at Capital (thanks to Chris Tarrant!) and presenting Key 103's Breakfast Show in Manchester for over a decade. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

06-14
49:13

Graham Massey (808 State)

Chris is joined by British record producer, musician, and remixer, Graham Massey who discusses his career with 808 State and beyond. Graham also discusses his experience of working with Bjork and her album Post. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

05-30
52:40

Neil Barnes (Leftfield)

Chris is joined by Leftfield's Neil Barnes who chats about his career with Leftfield and their influence on electronic music in the 90's. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

05-16
50:22

Lisa Lashes

Lisa Lashes sits down with Chris at the Nighttime Economy Summit in Manchester to discuss her career from stacking shelves to performing all over the world. She also chats about her move into music education. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

05-03
31:46

Carl Loben

Chris is joined by Editor-In-Chief of DJ Mag Carl Loben who discusses his career as a music journalist & DJ and the journey of DJs over recent decades. Carl also delves into what makes the annual DJ Mag Top 100 and his thoughts on the future of DJ culture. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

04-19
44:52

Katie Thistleton

Chris Hawkins is joined by Radio 1 presenter Katie Thistleton who discusses her career from starting out in TV, making the move to Radio 1 and her mental health experience. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

04-05
53:24

Nicky Holloway

Chris is joined by Nicky Holloway who discusses his life and career from starting out in the 80's, to becoming one of the 'Ibiza Four' to creating club nights such as Special Branch and Doo At The Zoo, alongside the likes of Pete Tong and Gilles Peterson. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

03-22
40:28

DJ Prime Cuts

Chris sits down with founding member of the Scratch Perverts, DJ Prime Cuts. Chris and Joel discuss his career from the early days with Scratch Perverts through to today. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

03-08
46:40

Arielle Free

Arielle Free chats with Chris Hawkins about her career from starting in TV through to her current role at BBC Radio One and as a live DJ. She talks about her highs including playing Glastonbury Festival as well as supporting Calvin Harris, This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

02-23
44:43

Brandon Block

Brandon Block sits down with Chris to discuss his career from his first night in Ealing through to his chart success in the 90s and his work around drug abuse. This episode is sponsored by Flare Audio. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

02-09
39:40

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