From Cook in a restaurant to a Successful DJ/Producer with LEFTI

Welcome to The Rave Room Podcast, your go-to hub for immersive dives into electronic music, DJ culture, house grooves, and rave energy! We’re all about spotlighting top DJs, producers, and the beats that keep the dance floors pulsing.In this episode, we sit down with LEFTI, the Brooklyn-based DJ and producer Alexandro Suarez, whose two decades behind the decks have made him a master at commanding crowds like a true conductor. As a powerhouse producer, LEFTI boasts an impressive catalog on labels like DVINE Sounds, Golden Recordings, Toolroom, Nervous Records, Farris Wheel Recordings, and Kittball Records. Kicking off 2025 strong, his single “Deep Down” on Sam Divine’s DVINE Sounds / Defected Records—featuring a fresh spin on the iconic Deep Inside vocal—topped Traxsource’s Tech House Genre chart, cracked the overall Top 20, and hit Beatport’s Tech House Top 25. In 2021, he founded Quincy Boy Records to showcase his music and emerging artists, and he’s recently launched Warehouse Disco, a label dedicated to underground tech house. With his signature blend of timeless house grooves and modern vibes, LEFTI shares his journey, production tips, label insights, and what’s next for electronic dance music.Whether you’re an aspiring DJ, music producer, house music enthusiast, or EDM fan, this interview is loaded with inspiration, playlist gems, and behind-the-scenes stories. Subscribe for more exclusive DJ interviews, producer talks, label spotlights, and rave culture deep dives! Like if you’re feeling the energy, comment your top LEFTI track, and hit notifications to stay in the loop. #TheRaveRoomPodcast #LEFTIDJ #HouseMusicProducer #TechHouse #ElectronicMusicInterview #DJPodcast #DefectedRecords #QuincyBoyRecords #WarehouseDisco

Join us for an engaging conversation with the legendary DJ Brandon Block as he shares his incredible journey through the music industry. From his early days in London's vibrant music scene to becoming a global icon, Brandon opens up about his experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Discover his insights on the evolution of dance music, the impact of Ibiza's club culture, and his personal journey towards mental health advocacy.Brandon's early passion for music and his first DJ gig The rise of Acid House and its cultural impact Life in Ibiza and the evolution of the club scene Brandon's personal journey with mental health and recovery Insights into the music industry and advice for aspiring DJs#BrandonBlock #MusicJourney #DJLife #Ibiza #MentalHealthDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from the world of music!

In this engaging conversation, Grahame Farmer shares his journey through the music industry, from his early experiences with dance music to founding Data Transmission. He discusses the evolution of his career, the challenges faced while building a community, and the transition from a physical magazine to an online platform and radio station. Grahame reflects on the importance of consistency and innovation in the music scene, as well as the nostalgia of past music platforms like MySpace. In this conversation, Brad and Grahame Farmer discuss the challenges and opportunities within the music industry, particularly focusing on the importance of social media, the evolving role of DJs, and the significance of community and coaching. Grahame shares his personal journey of building a music brand, navigating ticketing, and the drive to provide for his family. They also delve into the process of writing a book and the importance of celebrating small wins in the industry. In this conversation, Grahame Farmer discusses the evolution of his music career, the importance of family in his business, and the unique genres he has created. He shares insights on the fun aspects of DJing, influential figures in the music industry, and the educational programs he offers for aspiring artists. Grahame emphasizes the transition from hobby to career, the significance of branding, and how to find the right record label. He provides valuable advice for new producers and highlights essential marketing skills for musicians.Takeaways- Grahame's journey into music began at a young age.- He discovered dance music at a friend's house party.- Turnmills was a pivotal point in his career.- Data Transmission started as a magazine promoting club events.- The transition to an online platform was driven by necessity.- Grahame emphasizes the importance of community in music.- He has built a successful podcast and radio station.- Consistency in content creation has been key to success.- The evolution of music platforms has changed the industry landscape.- Grahame's passion for music continues to drive his work. The ticketing landscape requires significant infrastructure and trial and error.- Providing for family can be a strong motivator in the music industry.- Social media offers various platforms for artists to connect with audiences.- DJs can explore new avenues like Twitch for live streaming and community building.- Self-releasing music is a viable option for artists today.- Coaching and community support can help emerging artists navigate their careers.- Writing a book can be a fulfilling way to share knowledge and experiences.- Celebrating small wins is crucial for long-term motivation in the music industry.- There are numerous ways to make a living as a producer beyond just releasing tracks.- Building a team requires management skills and adaptability. Grahame's partner plays a crucial role in the drum and bass scene.- Creating unique music genres can set artists apart.- DJing is a fun hobby for Grahame, not just a career.- Education is important to help others in the music industry.- Music is only a small part of a successful career.- Building a brand is essential for musicians.- Finding the right record label is key to success.- New producers should focus on perfecting their craft.- Networking is vital in the music industry.- Marketing skills can significantly boost a musician's profile.music, electronic, podcast, data transmission, Grahame Farmer, Turnmills, Ibiza, MySpace, community, record labels, house music, music industry, social media, DJing, coaching, ticketing, family, community, music production, writing, small wins, music production, DJing, branding, record labels, social media, music education, career advice, music genres, networking, artist development

Welcome Back, in this episode i bring you ROKAR. This episode is a special one for me as ive known ROKAR for many years and remixed songs for him many years ago. He's a true gent and a big lover of music!From the underground of the UK's vibrant electronic music scene, Rokar has quickly arisen as a burgeoning sound selector to watch for 2024. Subtly arriving onto the scene via an almost constant slew of top tier artists dropping his demos, the mysterious producer has turned heads and ears across the industry as those in the k now scramble to pin the project to a pre - existing alias. With an aim to craft a sound that pays homage to the roots of garage while pushing the boundaries of contemporary house music, Rokar has garnered heavy hitting and organic cross genre support from t he likes of Marco Carola, Fisher, Chloe Caillet, Solardo , Syreeta, Dusky, DJ Snake, Skream, Nic Fanciulli, Claptone & Vintage Culture to name just a few. Add in multiple BBC Radio 1 plays before a record has even been signed and now with a massive release schedule forming in 2024, Rokar is a name to watch for as the year begins in earnest.

As an Ambitious, talented and rising DJ, London UK based Acid Harry is making an impression across the music scene . Acid Harry’s passion for music over the years has prepared him for the industry when he embarked on his DJ and production career, along with Acid Harrys production career taking off with signed productions via G MAFIA and Blanco Y Negro, Data Transmission as well as DVINE sounds. Acid Harry has had a big year supporting some of the biggest names in the industry such as Mike Williams, Bob Sinclar, Majestic, Flirta D, Doorly, Pete Griffiths and Beltran to name a few along With support from industry giants such as Sam Divine Acid Harry’s distinctive and iconic sound ranging from all kinds of underground dance music to his imprint tech house sound has inspired many and entertained even more. Acid Harry has had many musical influences, from huge underground UK garage pioneers to international tech house icons to name just a few. You can certainly hear the explosive energy that Acid Harry’s foundations are laid upon. With regular gigs across London from running his own events brand Midnight Sessions London via huge London venues such as Ministry of sound, EGG London, Union Nightclub, Horse and Groom, LDN EAST as well as recent gigs in Ibiza across the island via PLASTIK and Ibiza Rocks bar harry is stepping things up this year!. Acid Harrys skillset behind the decks is second to none providing captivating and energetic performances to keep the ravers on the dance floor. With an eclectic and very broad musical knowledge and background Acid Harry is leading the charge and set to be an explosive and memorable selector! the future is set to be bright for one of South Londons rising stars.

Video Version:https://youtu.be/Jrasl5hXfCcCash only is a Producer/DJ from the UKBreaking through as one of the new innovators on the house scene with a versatile production style that combines his love of driving house music along with afro inspired elements and a nostalgic nod to his UK Garage and Jungle beginnings from way back in 1996.Most recently he’s has been Label Manager and Resident for Dvine Sounds, Sam Divines iconic House music imprint supporting a strong release and event schedule worldwideWith tracks signed to Nervous, Dvine Sounds, Upcycle, Stashed and now Electronic Nature in the short space of time he has been back in the Studio he has secured a multitude of releases across the House and Garage spectrum which have secured 3 top tens and a top twenty on Traxsource while building steady streaming numbers on Spotify.Alongside a busy production schedule CASH ONLY has has major plays all around the world including Ministry of Sound, The Ivy in Sydney, Defected Festival in Croatia and Malta, Miami Music Week and for the second year running Glastonbury Festival. With influences from almost every angle his versatility as a selector keeps the ravers on their toes no matter what time of night or what kind of vibe.https://www.instagram.com/cashonlynocards/https://www.bandsintown.com/a/15525718-dj-cash-onlyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@cashonlydjhttps://www.soundcloud.com/cashonlydjhttps://www.youtube.com/user/cashonlydjhttps://www.mixcloud.com/cashonlydj

Video Version: https://youtu.be/CWTAqgxn9Q8 Always wonder where to start when DJ'n and nervous or messing up? Heres a clip from Koji's episode with some great points from Koji where he started not long ago from nothing to international dnb DJ and producer.

Video Version: https://youtu.be/iKyjZ4wOnxc Welcome back and in this episode i have the amazing Emma Kapotes. Emma is a content creator, social media influencer, and community manager passionate about all things related to dance music and festival culture! Her mission with her content is to entertain and educate fans about these industries. Whether it's through a YouTube video, podcast episode, or new post on social media, Emma's goal is to build a platform that leaves a positive impact and helps people discover all the amazing aspects of this community. Emma's online presence started in March 2017 when she decided to share her passion for EDM (electronic dance music), music festivals and makeup by creating YouTube videos. Through hard work and dedication, Emma organically grew her YouTube channel to over 31.6k subscribers and 5 million+ video views and has expanded her content creation arm to Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter and Discord collectively reaching over 161,000+ followers. https://www.instagram.com/emmakapotes/ https://www.youtube.com/emmakapotes https://anchor.fm/raveculturepodcast

I wish you all the best for Xmas and New year! 2024 was an amazing year for the podcast and i thankyou for your support as we continue to grow. Thanks again and Happy New Year!

Video Version: https://youtu.be/usVqIW-xcbE At NTIA, their mission is to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the benefits that the Night-Time Industry brings to the UK and beyond. They strive to foster an inclusive and informed public discussion that sheds light on the significant positive impacts of this vibrant sector on society as a whole. the NTIA take pride in championing the incredibly talented and successful entrepreneurs who have made Britain one of the most thrilling and sought-after destinations for tourists globally. Through our advocacy efforts, they aim to highlight others accomplishments and reinforce their invaluable role in shaping the Night-Time Industry’s unparalleled allure.