The Groove Junction

Summary In this episode of Groove Junction, hosts Matty F and Jon Colley welcome Sir Francis, a dynamic DJ known for his engaging TikTok presence. The conversation explores Sir Francis's journey into DJing, his experiences in various venues, and the importance of adaptability in the music industry. They also touch on mental health awareness and community support, emphasizing the significance of re...

Summary In this conversation, Matty and Jon are joined by DJ 2Four7 for the 2nd part of his interview that was way back in November 2024. Matty and Jon explore the journey of DJ 2Four7 who pioneered the pop-up scene, discussing the challenges faced during the pandemic, the importance of community support, and the evolution of his business model. The discussion also highlights the mental health ben...

Summary In this episode, Matt and DJ Jon Colley welcome Adam Snowball from Snowball Entertainment to discuss the evolution of karaoke and DJing, the impact of social media on the entertainment industry, and the technical aspects of live streaming karaoke events. Adam shares insights on building a community through his TikTok presence, the challenges of managing multiple residencies, and his future...

In this episode of Groove Junction, hosts Matt and Jon welcome DJ Tee-Jai to discuss the evolving landscape of DJing, the importance of social media, and the behind-the-scenes realities of the industry. They explore how content creation has transformed the way DJs connect with their audience and the challenges of pricing in a competitive market. Tee-Jai shares his journey into DJing, the impact of...

Summary In this engaging conversation, Matt and Jon reflect on the start of 2025, sharing their positive outlook for the year ahead. They discuss their New Year's Eve experiences, emphasizing the importance of local gigs and networking within the DJ community. The duo highlights the significance of maintaining equipment during the quieter months and the value of upcoming events for professional de...

Summary In this episode of the Groove Junction podcast, hosts DJ Matty F and DJ Jon Colley welcome a range of guests to discuss their experiences in the DJ industry. The conversation covers the journey of becoming a DJ, the importance of music in their lives, the challenges faced in the industry, and their aspirations for the future. The hosts emphasize the significance of community and support am...

Summary In this episode of the Groove Junction podcast, Matty and Jon reflect on their experiences as DJs during the busy Christmas season, share insights from recent gigs, and discuss the challenges of club DJing. They also highlight the importance of maintaining professionalism and safety in the industry, while celebrating the podcast's achievements and listener engagement. The conversation emph...

Summary In this episode, Matty and Jon discuss the challenges of balancing DJing with daily life, especially during the busy Christmas party season. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences at various gigs, the importance of understanding one's worth as a DJ, and the dynamics of working at Christmas parties. The conversation also touches on equipment upgrades, networking within the DJ...

Summary In this episode, Matty F and Jon welcome Scott Dewing, a prominent wedding DJ, to discuss his journey in the industry. They explore the importance of branding, the transition from club DJing to weddings, and the impact of COVID on the business. Scott shares insights on how he navigates client expectations, the role of social media in his marketing strategy, and the significance of building...

Summary In this engaging conversation, DJ Matty F and DJ Jon Colley welcome DJ 2four7, who shares his inspiring journey from a young music enthusiast to a prominent DJ and promoter. The discussion covers DJ 2four7's early influences, the challenges he faced, and the evolution of his identity as an artist. The trio delves into the importance of community engagement, the excitement of live events, a...

Summary In this episode of the Groove Junction podcast, Matty F and Jon Colley interview DJ Taylor and explore the multifaceted life of a DJ, discussing the balance between family and work, the evolution of DJing from band performances to solo acts, and the impact of their careers on personal lives. They delve into the excitement of international gigs, the dynamics of live performances, and innova...

Summary In this episode, Matt and Jon welcome professional DJ James Levett to discuss his journey in the music industry, the challenges faced by DJs today, and the evolving landscape of nightclubs. They explore the impact of technology and social media on the clubbing experience, the importance of adaptability in the current market, and the future of nightlife. James shares insights from his exten...

Summary In this episode, Matty F and DJ Jon Colley discuss the upcoming Halloween events and the busy DJ schedule. They delve into DJ Scott Menham and his journey sharing insights on his business growth and future plans in the audio-visual sector. He also tells us his early experiences to establishing Menhem Entertainment, emphasizing the importance of word-of-mouth marketing. The conversation als...

Summary In this episode of Groove Junction, Matty F and Jon discuss their recent DJing experiences, community engagement, and the importance of innovation in the DJ industry. They share stories about events they've hosted, the challenges they face, and the bizarre requests they've received. The conversation also delves into the evolution of DJ equipment, the significance of presence while performi...

The conversation revolves around the Photo Booth Expo and WeDJ event, highlighting the excitement and innovations presented at the expo. The speakers discuss their experiences, challenges faced during the event, and the importance of networking and community engagement. They also touch on marketing strategies for DJs and share their thoughts on future prospects in the industry. Jon and Matty also...

Summary In this episode of Groove Junction, hosts Matty and Jon discuss their recent DJ experiences, including weekend gigs, setup times, and the importance of networking within the DJ community. They share insights on traveling for gigs, the challenges of equipment management, and the excitement surrounding upcoming events, including a silent disco at Salisbury Cathedral and the Photo Booth Expo....

In this episode, Matty and Jon engage in a lively conversation with Josh, a talented 17-year-old DJ and entrepreneur. They discuss Josh's journey into DJing, his experiences with charity events, and his aspirations for the future. The hosts reflect on the importance of community engagement and the growth of Josh's brand, JF Disco's, while sharing their own experiences in the entertainment industry...

In this episode of the Groove Junction podcast, hosts DJ Matty F and DJ Jon Colley discuss the growth of their show, and working with other entertainment companies and representing other people whilst DJing. DJ Steve Honeyball also drops in to give us the low down all the Photobooth Expo on the 13th and 14th October in West London and the collaboration with West End DJ. Steve has also kindly suppl...

In this episode, Matty and Jon welcome DJ Sophielou, a dynamic figure in the music industry, to discuss her journey as a DJ, producer, and entrepreneur. Sophielou shares her experiences of overcoming challenges, her passion for community engagement, and her commitment to empowering young people through music. The conversation delves into her brand ' Real Not Perfect' , her innovative approach to D...

In this episode, Matty and Jon have a surprise at its in the form of some new show titles and music. Big thank you to Jake AKA Mr Sleeps who loves the podcast and wanted to give up his time to produce some awesome titles for us. Matty and Jon introduce their guest this week, DJ and producer Brad (BFP). They discuss the process of creating music, and the challenges of producing and DJing. Brad shar...

In this weeks podcast, DJs Matty F and DJ Jon Colley discuss their experiences and preparations for gigs. They talk about the importance of having the right equipment, creating playlists, and handling song requests.  They also mention the platforms they use to source music, such as BeatSource, Tidal, and Mastermix. The conversation touches on the challenges they've faced, including technical issue...

In this episode, DJ Matty F and DJ Jon Colley discuss their recent gigs and share their thoughts on certain aspects of the DJing industry. They talk about the growth of their podcast and the platforms it is available on.  They also discuss the importance of dressing professionally for events and share their experiences with client playlists. DJ Jon Colley shares his frustration with bands and DJs...

In this episode, Matty and Jon introduce their special guest, Shawn Solo who is a DJ from the USA, and discuss their recent weekends. They talk about listening back to their podcast episodes, their upcoming gigs, and their experiences as DJs.  Shawn shares his journey into DJing and his current residency at a local bar.  They also discuss marketing strategies, theme nights, and preparing for upcom...

Summary Matty and Jon discuss their recent gigs and the process of being a DJ at events. They talk about their experiences at weddings, silent discos, and other parties. They also discuss the importance of communication with clients, venue staff, and the bride and groom.  Jon shares his technique of engaging the crowd and encouraging requests, and the importance of wedding etiquette. In this conve...