In Episode 105 of the Overheard Podcast, recorded live in the Canadian Rockies, hosts Daniel Ruedl and Matty Rage sit down with DuBzZ (Devan Malloy) for a wide-ranging conversation about music, identity, and building a life in Banff.

Originally from Halifax, DuBzZ has become a staple of Banff’s nightlife and festival culture, known for high-energy, genre-blending DJ sets that move seamlessly through house, dubstep, and drum and bass. In this episode, he opens up about why he chose Banff, what it really takes to stay long-term in a mountain town, and how finding a consistent home base has shaped his growth as an artist.

The conversation dives deep into:

• Why Banff became more than just a stop along the way

• The challenges of turning a seasonal town into a permanent home

• Lessons learned from balancing art, lifestyle, and sustainability in the mountains

• How DuBzZ reads a room and builds a story through his DJ sets

• Common mistakes new DJs make and advice for those just starting out

• What it takes to keep performances fresh when playing for the same town week after week

DuBzZ also reflects on a major milestone: celebrating one year as a resident DJ at Pump & Tap, and shares the moments from the past year that reminded him why he chose this path.

The episode wraps with a special edition of You Didn’t Hear It From Us, where the crew breaks down details around Banff’s first-ever two-day electronic music festival, Aroabora, happening at the Banff Train Station this March.

Big thanks to our sponsor Drinkshaft, the non-alcoholic espresso energy drink made for mountain days and late nights alike.

If you’re interested in mountain town life, electronic music culture, DJing, or what it really takes to build something meaningful in Banff, this episode delivers honest insight and lived experience.

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