February 06, 2025

EP.125 I went from Resident DJ to Record Label Owner - R3Wire

50 minutes

Join us for an exclusive deep dive into the career of R3WIRE – DJ, producer, and label manager at Stereohype. From his early days as a resident DJ to dominating the decks on party islands across the world, R3WIRE shares how he built his career and developed his signature high-energy style.

We explore his transition into working with James Hype, how he became label manager of Stereohype, and what it takes to get your track signed to a major label. Aspiring producers, take notes! R3WIRE breaks down the day-to-day life of a label manager, offering insight into what labels look for in new artists.

A true DJ’s DJ, R3WIRE has always pushed technical performance in his sets, showcasing insane skills on Instagram. But does this translate to big-stage performances? We get his thoughts on balancing technicality with crowd energy.

Plus, with a U.S. tour on the horizon, we discuss how he landed the opportunity, where he’s playing, and his goals for the future. He also reflects on touring with James Hype on the Get Closer tour and shares what life on the road is really like.

Timestamps

00:00 Grinding through the early days
02:05 First DJ setup at 14
04:50 First club gig at 16
07:30 Learning the club scene abroad
10:45 Joining Ministry of Sound
13:05 Touring with MTV
16:50 Starting Stereohype with James Hype
21:45 What labels look for in artists
29:10 The importance of DJ content
39:50 Touring the U.S. in 2025