Industry Interviews

Seattle House Mafia sits down with Sloane Motion, and this time the crew is in the hot seat. This episode brings all three members of Seattle House Mafia together for a deep, unfiltered conversation about how three DJs with completely different backgrounds became a crew, a brand, and lifelong friends. The trio traces their individual paths into electronic music: Phil's Seattle upbringing and first...

Phil Anthony sits down with Mixed Up Mike (Mike Comella), a Seattle DJ, promoter, and dance music veteran with more than 25 years in the scene. Mike's introduction to dance music is one you won't forget. After growing up between Portland and Seattle and getting into trouble as a teenager, he found himself being hauled off to a wilderness rehabilitation program by two giant dudes, an experience tha...

In this episode of Seattle House Mafia Industry Interviews, we sat down with Jason Brown, DJ, producer, and grandson of the Godfather of Soul himself, James Brown. Jason came through Seattle for back-to-back gigs, playing Elevated Frequencies’ 3rd anniversary party, Transcend, at Nectar Lounge and the Populus Hotel, hosted by the Pacific Skyline Club. We were lucky enough to catch him between show...

In this episode of Seattle House Mafia’s Industry Interviews, Phil Anthony sits down with Darek Mazzone, a veteran DJ, radio host, filmmaker, and cultural connector with over 30 years immersed in the music and art world. The conversation traces Darek’s journey from growing up in communist Poland, where Western music was contraband, to landing in Boston as a nine-year-old immigrant with zero Englis...

In this episode, we sit down with Cisco, a Seattle-based shuffle dancer who discovered the dance form through YouTube videos in 2018. From practicing alone in her Atlanta apartment to building a thriving dance community in the Pacific Northwest, Cisco shares her seven-year journey and the determination it took to transform from a self-described "cringe" beginner to a recognized instructor and perf...

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Bosi, Insomniac Events' regional promoter for the Pacific Northwest. Alex shares his journey from starting in live sound at age 12 and spinning vinyl by 14 to becoming the sole Insomniac employee representing the entire region. He talks about his path through the Seattle music scene, including running a club in Olympia for nearly a decade and launching his ow...

In this episode we sit down with Paul Song, the owner of Q Nightclub in Seattle and 45 East in Portland. Paul shares his fascinating journey from attending his first rave in the 1990s to building a nightclub empire that produces over 300 events annually across the Pacific Northwest. Paul reveals how he acquired Q Nightclub in February 2025 and discusses his plans to revitalize the venue by returni...

In this episode, we sit down with Nathie Katzoff — the creative force behind Seattle’s Naf Revival/Naf Studios. Nathie shares the story of how he and his team transformed his woodworking studio into a thriving warehouse venue that pays tribute to the iconic Naf Studios and its legendary role in both the rave and grunge scenes, while pushing Seattle’s warehouse culture into a bold new era. Naf is b...

In this episode, we sit down with one of Seattle's electronic music legends—Johnny Monsoon! This conversation is packed with mind-blowing stories from his 20+ year career. From his early days spinning vinyl  to holding down residencies at iconic Seattle venues like Last Supper Club and Foundation, Johnny has shared the decks with every heavyweight in the game. He even tells the wild story of getti...

As a devoted father and husband with an impressive 25-year military career, Josh Jackson—aka Jaemus—is a powerhouse DJ and producer hailing from sunny San Diego. With deep roots in underground hip-hop and drum & bass, Jaemus crafts a sound that is vibrant, funky, and deeply soulful. A true artist, he brings relentless drive, focus, and passion to dance music, aiming to leave a lasting mark on...

As we kick off Season 3 of Seattle House Mafia Industry Interviews, we’re thrilled to sit down with Sloane Cosens, aka Sloane Motion. Whether she's sharing the stage with international artists such as Dom Dolla, James Hype, Paul Oakenfold, Hannah Wants, and HoneyLuv, or lighting up Seattle’s most iconic venues like Monkey Loft, Chop Suey, Q Nightclub, The Showbox, and WAMU Theater, Sloane is a sta...

Part DJ/producer, part musician, part visual technician—and 100% artist. We sat down with Ian Phillips, aka Drawbird, to dive into the world of immersive and experimental dance music experiences. From crafting intricate productions to designing mesmerizing visuals, Ian shares his creative process and approach to building a truly captivating journey for the senses. His energy is contagious, his pas...

Darren Monroe, aka Pappa T, has been a pivotal figure in Seattle's House Music scene since the beginning. With a love for the vibrant sounds of West Coast House Music, Pappa has worked tirelessly to bring that energy to Seattle. From hosting a "who's who" of legendary House DJs to curating some of the city's most iconic House-centric events, his influence is undeniable. As both a seasoned promoter...

If you've been to a rave or underground event in the last 25 years, chances are you've crossed paths with Happy Hardcore phenom Annika Anderson (aka DJ Jimni Cricket). A true artist in every sense, we dive deep into her world—exploring her radio show, Twitch streams, hardcore sub-genres, trash collection, puppetry, and the complex politics of the music industry.  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be...

It all began in 2018 with an unexpected phone call to collaborate from 5,000 miles away. Sen-Sei, an iconic keyboardist and producer deeply embedded in the West Coast House Music scene, reached out to Col Lawton, an ex-professional footballer, seasoned UK DJ, and radio show host who was early in his production journey. Fast forward to 2024, and their collective output has been nothing short of phe...

Christine Michelle was immersed in music from an early age. Raised by her mother, a professional pianist and composer, Christine played viola and sang in choirs before discovering Seattle's burgeoning rave scene in the '90s. Her passion for electronic music and dancing was crystallized at legendary events like Freak Night and Nocturnal Wonderland, and at iconic venues such as Vinylized, NFT, DV8,...

From the South Side of Chicago to Seattle, to San Francisco, and back again, Chris Offutt (aka Black Velveteen) is a pillar of Seattle’s dance music scene, navigating crews and projects with humble ease. She has contributed to and drawn inspiration from SF Pride, Burning Man, various radio shows, and a host of local, regional, and national events. Now, as label owner of Sage Rites, she is finding...

After experiencing individual success in the '90s and 2000s as solo DJ/producers, Josh Quest and AJ Sorbello initially joined forces as the production team 'HeatSeakers' in 2010. However, as life's responsibilities grew, maintaining a consistent production schedule became increasingly challenging, leading HeatSeekers to part ways in 2012. Nevertheless, the inspiration persisted, and both continued...

Ramiro Gutierrez, the visionary founder and President of Uniting Souls Music, the iconic event production company and record label. From his culturally rich upbringing in Nicaragua, to his teenage immersion in New Orleans' punk scene, and his subsequent journey to San Francisco during the golden era of rave and dance culture, Ramiro's story is both inspirational and distinctive. With a portfolio b...

Jeremy Linden, aka Mr. Linden joins us in the hot seat. We discuss what initially got him excited about dance music and delve into his current projects, both as a DJ and a producer. We also get into a slightly spicy conversation about the Seattle dance music scene and where there could be improvements (e.g., sound systems, politics, cliques, poor event execution). We spend some time discussing Jer...

DJ Trent Von, one of our personal DJ heroes. As a DJ veteran  for more than 40 years, Trent shares his undeniable passion for gear, the music and the art of making people dance. Stick around for Trent's DJ set as he drops an absolute banger of a retro-inspired mix that only someone at his level could pull off. You can watch this interview on our YouTube channel where you will also get to enjoy an...

Beyond an award winning DJ, Harmony is the Music Director and Assistant Program Manager for C89.5, the longest running dance music radio station in the US. Harmony first got involved with C89.5 as a student at Nathan Hill High School. 20 years later, alongside her talented team, she's driving the direction of the station, mentoring the next generation of radio DJs, and inspiring dance music lovers...

In our first episode of Season 2, we sit down with Alfonso Tan. His humility and positivity shine through as he shares his story and how his unique life circumstances led him to dance music, first as a fan and then as a sought after DJ producer. Make sure you hang until the end where Alfonso shares his thoughts on how to progress as an individual artist while still supporting other artists and the...

Matthew Geoks aka DJ Matt G, from his early rave days in Tacoma to his military service, Matt's story is a unique one to say the least. Never losing his love for DJing and dance music, Matt's re-entry after his time overseas had its early challenges, but his perseverance has made him a notable personality and performer in the local scene. 

Emily Griffin aka GriffinGrrl. From coming up in the LA rave scene in the 90's to her move North to host KUSF's Future Breaks FM to co-founding San Francisco's renowned club night Eclectic. Emily's roots in dance culture has defined a music focused career path ranging from Accelerator Magazine to XBox Entertainment, to vinyl and digital record labels, to film and TV sync licensing.  Make sure you...