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In this episode, we sit down with Carl Loben—a music journalist, editor, and author who has spent decades documenting the evolution of electronic music and club culture. As a long-time editor at DJ Mag and author of Renegade Snares, Carl has had a front-row seat to the rise of dance music in the UK and beyond.

From the underground rave scene to global festival culture, Carl shares stories, insights, and reflections on how the scene has changed—and what’s often been overlooked along the way.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:
📝 What it really means to build a career in music journalism
🎧 How dance music culture has evolved over the past 30 years
📚 The story behind Renegade Snares and its cultural impact
🚀 Advice for writers, journalists, and anyone wanting to work in music media

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In this episode, we sit down with Caitlin McAllister, a music industry MD leading one of the most iconic global brands in music. As Managing Director at Ministry of Sound, Caitlin oversees a business spanning club culture, events, recordings, and international partnerships.

From brand evolution to commercial growth, this conversation offers a rare look at what it really takes to operate at the highest level of the music industry.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

🏢 What it actually means to be a Managing Director in music

📈 How to grow and evolve a global music brand

🎧 Balancing commercial success with cultural credibility

🚀 Advice for anyone aspiring to leadership roles in the music industry

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In this episode, we sit down with Matt Smallwood, a leader in the electronic music world and Head of Music at Club Class, overseeing the direction and programming of The Cross. With years of experience shaping line-ups, supporting emerging talent, and helping build respected platforms in dance music, Matt shares what it really takes to lead in a fast-moving, culture-driven industry.

This conversation explores how electronic music scenes are built, sustained, and evolved, from underground energy to large-scale brand execution.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

🎧 What it actually means to be Head of Music for a club and events brand

🏢 How electronic line-ups are curated and talent is developed

🪩 The realities of building and maintaining club culture in the UK

🚀 Advice for DJs, promoters, and future music leaders looking to make impact

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