An Audience with: Louie Vega

Louie Vega is one of house music’s true founding fathers - a visionary whose influence has shaped dancefloors across the world for decades. From building a career rooted in soul, Latin, and disco, to redefining the house sound of New York as one half of Masters At Work - his legacy runs through generations of DJs, producers and clubbers alike. In this special live episode of the House Culture Podcast, hosted by Simon Dunmore and recorded at the unique setting of W1 Curates in London, Louie joined us for an intimate, onstage conversation in front of a packed room. Reflecting on the moments that defined his journey, the records that changed the game, and the philosophy behind a lifelong dedication to the culture. He offered rare insight, warmth and honesty - alongside stories only someone who helped build the movement from the ground up can tell.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greg Wilson is a true pioneer of British dance music - a tastemaker who helped shape club culture long before it even had a name. From defining the art of the electro DJ in the early ’80s to championing soul, disco, funk and forward-thinking dance music ever since, his influence runs deep through generations of selectors. In our conversation, Greg reflects on a lifetime behind the decks, the evolution of DJ culture, and the moments that shaped both his sound and the wider scene - offering insight, perspective, and stories from someone who was there from the very beginning and is still pushing it forward today. FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Baker operates at the intersection of sound and strategy - a DJ and entrepreneur quietly redefining what it means to build something that lasts in modern dance culture.This special episode of the House Culture Podcast, the third in Simon Dunmore's takeover of the show, unpacks the thinking behind the work: how scenes are grown from the ground up, why independence matters, and what it really takes to turn vision into infrastructure. Less hype, more intention - with insights shaped by lived experience, not theory. It’s a conversation about ownership, longevity, and operating with purFOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elijah has been motivating the masses with his artistic prompts, distilled from years of observation and experimentation and captured in his already hugely influential Close The App, Make The Ting book. His work has become a creative rallying cry - a reminder that ideas are meant to be acted on, not endlessly scrolled past.In this second episode of Simon Dunmore’s special five-part takeover of the House Culture Podcast, the conversation between these two creative forces goes deep, diving straight into the heart of what it truly means to build culture in real time. Together, they unpack the rhythms of modern creativity: bold experiments that push boundaries, rapid-fire ideas that refuse to wait their turn, and the small sparks of inspiration that, when shared, have the power to ignite entire movements. It’s a dialogue charged with momentum and possibility - the kind of energy that doesn’t just make you think, but makes you act. By the end, you’ll feel compelled to get up, silence the noise, and quite literally "make the ting" yourself.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Natasha Diggs has been lighting up dancefloors worldwide with considered DJ sets and undeniable energy, bridging eras and cultures through the power of her selection. A co-founder of both the Soul In The Horn collective and Dance Is Life, Natasha has carved out a unique space at the intersection of community, creativity, and movement. Her impeccable ear, fearless approach to selection, and unwavering passion for the art of DJing have earned her a reputation as an international tastemaker — one who continues to inspire dancers, diggers, and dreamers everywhere she plays.In this first episode of a very special five-part House Culture Podcast mini-series — each hosted by Simon Dunmore in an exclusive takeover — Simon sits down with Natasha Diggs to explore her journey, discussing what fuels her superpower and her gift for bringing people together through music. Natasha also offers a powerful glimpse into the passion, purpose, and energy that make her a defining presence on dancefloors around the world.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HASKELL is a DJ and producer who’s switched from stadiums to sound systems, trading bone-crunching tackles for basslines that hit just as hard. Having been an England international and a stalwart of world rugby, he’s now channelled that same energy, discipline and drive into the world of House music — tearing up dancefloors with the same intensity he once brought to the pitch. In our chat, James opens up about his journey from the back row to behind the decks, how he’s found his rhythm in a completely different environment, and what fuels his new life in music.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy D’s career is anything but ordinary - from being one of the first resident DJs at the Ministry Of Sound, to producing global hits like I’m Too Sexy for Right Said Fred, to collaborating in the studio with House music legends Louie Vega and Kenny Dope, he’s always been ahead of the curve. Now, he’s breaking new ground once again - this time harnessing Web3 and AI to transform how artists get paid. In this epic and engaging conversation, Tommy reflects on the multicultural sounds that shaped him in South London, his journey from DJ decks to hitmaking in the studio, and his bold vision of how blockchain technologies will reshape the entire music industry.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fedde Le Grand is a global force in House music and in this conversation the man himself takes us back to the early influences that shaped his sound, his move from DJing into production, and of course, the moment that changed everything - the release of his game-changing anthem Put Your Hands Up for Detroit. We also explore how his production style has evolved since and, along the way, Fedde opens up about the challenges of navigating the music industry, the importance of staying true to the culture of the scene, and his current projects: from festival stages all the way through to his latest release, Liquid Music (out now on Toolroom).FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darius Syrossian is a DJ and producer whose beats have echoed through warehouses, festivals and underground clubs across the world. His selections at residencies like Sankeys and Space have always marked him out as someone who has their roots in rave and their heart in House. As the force behind Moxy Muzik, he's created not just a label, but a movement that champions real, no-nonsense dance music and throws some of the most talked about parties on the circuit. In this candid conversation, Darius opens up about finding belonging in the dance music community as a young man, the key moments that propelled his career, and what it truly means to be a great DJ.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trevor Fung is a true pioneer of the UK dance scene whose open-minded approach to music helped spark a movement that transformed global club culture. From the golden glow of Amnesia in Ibiza to the raw energy of Rage in London, Trevor has never followed trends - he’s set them. Though often described as one of the scene’s unsung heroes, his early influence was pivotal in inspiring the Second Summer of Love, leaving a lasting impact on dance music. Now in his fifth decade as a DJ, Trevor continues to share his spirit of discovery with new generations around the world, solidifying his status as a true original.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet|| Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseculture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.