Can U Put Me On Guestlist?

Danny Tenaglia has spent nearly five decades shaping dance music, and in this episode he shares the stories that defined one of the most influential careers in club culture. From discovering New York's underground scene as a teenager, to standing in Larry Levan's booth at Paradise Garage, becoming the first DJ to play Space Miami, and pioneering legendary 24-hour marathon sets at Vinyl, Da...

From playing his first solo gig at Fabric on Saturday... to being back at his insurance desk on Monday morning. Alex Culross is one of the most talked-about emerging names in UK electronic music and in this episode, he tells us exactly how it happened. ↳ Balancing a full-time 9-to-5 with a rapidly rising DJ career ↳ Debuting at Fabric and what it felt like standing in that booth ↳ Sending a promo...

Charlie Sparks joins Katie for a raw, wide-ranging conversation about the philosophy, stories and personal experiences behind one of techno’s fastest rises. From discovering electronic music at 18 in Fabric to headlining Awakenings just a few years later, Charlie breaks down how Japanese anime One Piece became the blueprint for his entire career , mapping his journey from “nobody” to chasing his o...

In this episode, Dutch DJ and producer Luuk Van Dijk sits down with Katie Knight to talk King's Day chaos, viral social media moments, and the track that changed everything - Disco Tetris. From swing-set dreams in Hilversum to packed floors across the UK, this is an honest, funny, and deeply personal portrait of one of house music's most infectious rising personalities. A must-watch for anyone int...

In this insightful interview, Louie Vega, the legendary DJ and co-founder of Masters At Work, shares his musical journey from the Bronx to the iconic Paradise Garage. We explore the roots of HouseMusic and the influential early NYC ClubCulture that shaped his career. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in DanceMusic history and the artists who defined it. 🔔🌟 SPONSORS 🎧 Trackstack Trackst...

In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guest List? , I sit down with legendary house DJ Sam Divine for a live keynote conversation recorded at the Night Time Economy Summit in Liverpool (2026) . With more than two decades in the scene and a long-standing relationship with Defected Records , Sam shares the story behind her journey — from growing up on a council estate in Bristol and buying her first...

Todd Terry is one of the true architects of house music - a Brooklyn original whose sound helped shape club culture worldwide. Recorded live at the Night Time Economy Summit in Liverpool , this episode dives into Todd’s journey: growing up in New York, his early hip-hop roots, the moment house music entered his world, and the raw, high-impact production style that helped define an era. We also con...

Louis Nesbitt quit his 9-5 job in finance to shoot Michael Bibi at DC10 Ibiza - and it completely changed his life. In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guest List? , I sit down with the photographer behind DC10, Solid Grooves and some of the defining moments in Ibiza’s modern rave culture. From studying corporate tax in London to documenting Michael Bibi’s DC10 residency, Louis shares how one DM,...

In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, Katie Knight sits down with 1 half of Saudi DJ and producer duo Dish Dash for a candid deep dive into the rise of Saudi Arabia’s dance music scene, from illegal underground parties and secret no-phone raves to major festivals and a booming new ecosystem. Dish Dash share what it was really like DJing when public events weren’t possible, how they thre...

In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist? , I sit down with DJ and producer Yulia Niko for an honest conversation about sobriety, touring life, creativity, and staying connected to emotion on the dance floor. Yulia opens up about quitting alcohol - and how going sober helped her feel clearer, more productive, and more confident in her decisions, both in the studio and behind the decks. She a...

I sit down with the founders of Teletech to break down how the hard techno scene exploded into a global movement . From underground raves in Manchester to selling 20,000 tickets in an hour , we unpack how Teletech scaled by prioritising community over hype , accessibility over elitism, and long-term thinking over quick wins. We talk about why hard techno connected so deeply with younger crowds, wh...

In this episode of Can U Put Me On Guestlist? , I sit down with Chris Avantgarde to talk about why we’re officially in the genre-blending era of dance music . From being “too techno for the commercial crowd and too commercial for the techno crowd” to playing the Las Vegas Sphere , Chris opens up about finding creative freedom beyond genre labels, navigating rejection, and trusting instinct over pe...

In this in-depth conversation, Moody Jones shares how he went from Dirtybird superfan to Label President , and what it really takes to take over an iconic dance music record label without losing its soul . We unpack the full story behind Dirtybird’s 20-year legacy , why the label was acquired as an act of cultural preservation , and how community — not hype or algorithms — became its strongest ass...

In this episode, I sit down with SYREETA, one of the most respected DJs in house music, to talk about the moment you know it’s time to leave the day job and fully commit to your path in dance music. From waking up at 4am to drive trucks for 12-hour shifts, to playing Paradise, ANTS, DC10, Amnesia, and Space Miami with Carl Cox, SYREETA’s journey is a masterclass in graft, self-belief, and trusting...

In this episode, I sit down with fast-rising hard techno DJ and producer AZYR to unpack one of the most unexpected breakout stories in electronic music - from training as an engineer at Rolls-Royce to selling out all-night-long shows and playing a Boiler Room set watched by millions. We go from underground Teletech parties and getting a call on the day to play, to quitting a “safe” career and tour...

Juliet Fox: Motherhood in dance music - touring, pregnancy, identity & building a new life. In this episode, I sit down with techno powerhouse Juliet Fox for one of the most honest and important conversations we’ve ever had on the show - diving deep into motherhood, identity, touring, and what it really means to be a woman in the dance music industry today. From DJing at eight months pregnant...

I sit down with multi-platinum DJ and producer Jonas Blue to unpack how he creates worldwide anthems - from the melodies and emotions behind each track to the moments that shaped his career. We go from mixing Adidas with Nike to the moment he nearly quit music, and what pulled him back. We get into: • Swapping grey London for sunny Miami - and why he doesn’t miss London at all • Summers in Ibiza,...

What happens when music isn’t just your passion but also a family affair? In this episode, I chat with Betical, the sibling duo known for their emotive sound and deep musical chemistry. We trace their story from growing up together to finding their own workflow in the studio, how they navigate creative blocks, and the ways they keep their personal relationship strong amidst industry pressures. The...

Arodes joins us on the podcast to share the story behind his career change into an internationally touring DJ. We dive deep into his earliest musical memories, first gigs, Ibiza and how his sound has evolved into what we hear today. He opens up about the sacrifices you have to make to become a touring artist- the long nights, missed moments at home, and trying to keep healthy while constantly on t...

Today’s guest is a true cultural powerhouse, Georgia Taglietti. With over 30 years in the music industry, Georgia has been shaping narratives at the crossroads of creativity, technology, and communication. You might have seen her speaking on global panels or driving cultural conversations behind the scenes. As the founder of The International Consulting Network for Arts & Culture, she now help...

This episode was recorded live from Soho House Barcelona in collaboration with Techno & Chill. Today’s guest is the one and only DJ Tennis, an icon in electronic music and the creative force behind the label Life and Death. Beyond the decks, he’s also the founder of Munchie Town and a passionate foodie. In this episode, we delve into his passion for cooking and food culture, the DJs who can ge...

Today’s guest is a master of musical storytelling, a producer whose sound is instantly recognisable: the incredible Kölsch. In this episode, we dive into Kölsch’s reflections on the evolution of club culture, his early days starting out in Copenhagen, his first times playing in Ibiza, and the philosophy that drives the narrative quality of his productions. We also explore his brand new collaborati...

In this very special episode of Can U Put Me On Guestlist?, I reconnect with the one and only Loco Dice, 13 years after our first interview! We take a deep dive into his journey from his early days in Hip-Hop to becoming a global force in electronic music. Dice opens up about how he curates and organizes his music, the nuances of collaboration, his perspective on an industry in constant evolution,...

With 30 years of Drumcode on the horizon, we sit down with techno titan Adam Beyer to reflect on a career that has shaped the sound of dance floors around the world. From buying his first record in Sweden to commanding the biggest stages in global techno, Adam takes us back to where it all began, sharing stories from his early days DJing and producing, the moment Drumcode was born, and how the lab...

We finally made it happen! Fleur Shore, a woman I absolutely love being around and chatting to, is up next. Her dedication, drive, and all-round kind, grounded energy have taken her to the top of the game, and in this episode, we unpack the journey that got her there. From the early gigs that sparked her passion to carving out a sound and identity all her own, Fleur walks us through her rise in th...