Creative Minds

Bradley Gunn Raver was a viral sensation in the music industry, known for his care free dance moves at raves & advocacy of sober raving. Brad travelled the world raving & collaborated with some of the most reputable music & media brands including Mixmag, Ministry of Sound, BBC Three, Pioneer & IMS to name a few. This is Brad's first podcast since deciding to leave the music in...

In this next episode I sat down with undisputed Queen of Hard House in the world of electronic music - Lisa Lashes. Lisa's incredible career spans over 30 years since emerging as a DJ back in 1992, with a strong affiliation to iconic brands including Sundissential, Godskitchen, Judgement Sundays and her very own Lashed too. We discuss her life journey so far coming from a Jehova's Witnes...

In this episode I sat down with Sean Willers, an individual with a rollercoaster of a life story so far that saw him go from spending time homeless as a teen to serving in the British Army in Afghanistan. After his time served in the military he was a successful artist alongside his brother as one half of The Willers Brothers.  However, the lifestyle consumed him with substance abuse and a vicious...

In this episode I sat down with Andy - Founder and owner of  Vivid Ink Tattoo Studios. From humble beginnings in Walsall, he launched the first studio in 2011 in Birmingham city centre. Today? He’s grown it into 13 studios across the Midlands with a team of over 100 talented artists. Follow Vivid Ink on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/vividinkbirmingham/?hl=en Follow Vivid Ink on Facebook :...

One of the music scenes biggest personalities and most loved characters Big Foysey joined me for this 2025 end of year special! We sat down before the TRMNL closing party at LAB11 in Birmingham to discuss the highs and lows of journey that's resulted in him becoming a viral sensation on social media, the love of house music, joining Hannah Wants on a private jet & his plans for the future...

In this next episode I sat down with one of the most talented, hard working & aspiring young individuals in the world of media / videography - Malik Sennaoui. Malik talks about growing up in London to making the move up north to Liverpool for education, cutting his teeth in the world of media working everywhere from Talk Sport to more intimate parties in the clubbing world. He now tours the wo...

In this next episode I sat down with one of the biggest personalities but one of the best characters you'll have the privilege of meeting in the music industry - Cash Only! We discuss his 30 year journey as a music lover from growing up in London's Queen's Park to moving to Stoke at 18, DJing & promoting, his business ventures and entrepreneurial success, marrying the Queen of D...

In part two with guest Rue Jay we discuss his return to music after creating financial security for himself, his partner and his daughter after the success of the Vivid Ink tattoo shops. We go right back discussing legendary second city brand Hidden and his early days DJing and promoting, the midas touch that comes with ticket selling and people buying into your product, what made him fall out of...

In this episode I sat down with one of Birmingham's biggest success stories - Rue Jay. From humble beginnings growing up in Nechells & Erdington to promoting & DJing for legendary brands including Steering Wheel, Bambu in Arcadian during it's heyday, his passion for tattoos turning into an empire with Vivid Ink. A great story and shows what can be achieved in life with hard work,...

I had the pleasure of sitting down with viral TikTok rave couple Dex & Liv, as they discuss their passion for electronic music & raving here, there and everywhere as a couple. From their upbringings in the North & South, Liv's career in the corporate world, Dex bravely opening up about his cancer diagnosis at just 18 years old, his battle during treatment and then his entry into t...

In this episode I sat down with one of the hardest working people in the music business - Grace Flynn. Grace discusses her journey so far as a born and bred Londoner who has gone on to work with high profile brands including Afro Nation, Skepta's Mas Tiempo, Elliot Schooling & Liam Palmer's Appetite, bookings and programming at iconic electronic music venue Fabric, assisting with sta...

Our Life As A P*rnstar Couple — Johnny Bravo & Hayley Quinn In this next episode I sat down with couple Johnny Bravo & Hayley Quinn as they give an insight to what it's like working in the adult entertainment business. With Ofcom reporting that approximately 14 million adults in the UK visit adult websites, the recent decision to implement new rules to enforce age checks to protect mi...

Building Site To Brazzers — Johnny Bravo & Hayley Quinn In this next episode I sat down with couple Johnny Bravo & Hayley Quinn as they give an insight to what it's like working in the adult entertainment business. With Ofcom reporting that approximately 14 million adults in the UK visit adult websites, the recent decision to implement new rules to enforce age checks to protect minors...

In part two with Adam Regan we discussed his ownership of the iconic grade II listed building Hare & Hounds - the venue UB40 made their debut in back in 1979. Since then they've hosted legendary artists including Laurent Garnier, DJ EZ, Sasha, Marc Rebillet & many more. Follow Hare & Hounds Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hareandhoundsbrum/ Follow Hare & Hounds Facebook...

In the next episode of the Creative Minds podcast I sat down with one of Birmingham's key operators in music & hospitality - Adam Regan. From DJing to helping run the iconic Medicine Bar in Digbeth's Custard Factory, putting on legendary nights with his Leftfoot brand to owning Kings Heath and one of the second cities #1 hotspots Hare & Hounds. Adam gives you key insights into th...

In this episode I sat down with Chad Harrison, an artist who is at the forefront of the new wave of bassline in electronic music. We discuss the education system not suiting him when he was growing up to starting out as a producer before going on to DJ, the amazing full circle moment with the legend T2, his sold out Substance parties at LAB11 in Birmingham + much more. Follow Chad Harrison on Inst...

In this episode I sat down with brothers Jack Brabant & Harry Jenkins to discuss the journey from award winning street food at Digbeth Dining Club to new beginnings at Hockley Social Club & Herbert's Yard to hosting comedy shows around the country at iconic castles. Follow Hockley Social Club - https://www.instagram.com/hockleysocialclub/?hl=en Follow Comedy At The Castle - https://ww...

I sat down with DJ, Promoter & Artist Manager Laurence Heywood for the relaunch of the Creative Minds podcast.  Laurence has been on a great journey so far from being a DJ & Promoter at clubbing institution Sankeys in Manchester, to the world of artist management at Aitch and Michael Adex's NQ. On the artist management front Laurence has worked with some incredibly talented artists ov...