Olli Ryder is the one of the co-creators behind the Animal Crossing movement, a brand being championed by some of the industries finest as "one of the most exciting brands to come out of Manchester and the scene as a whole in recent years." He also heads up the promotions and marketing for The Warehouse Project and Parklife group, and has previously DJ'd at both too.

Here we discuss what it's like to grow up in the heart of Manchester's vibrant musical culture, his musical influences, what inspired him to take a career in music, working his way up in The Warehouse Project team, the success already experienced with Animal Crossing, how him and the team have adapted and evolved to put on socially distanced events throughout the ongoing pandemic and his long term plans in a post Covid-19 world.

There's some really wise words here from a really positive individual who has achieved a significant amount already by the age of 26.

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