For my second special and LAST episode of Season 2 of Influences Podcast, My Girl Tuesday returns to do an interview and a B2B DJ session with ME jayryght (my DJ name :-))! My Girl Tuesday updates us on her DJ journey, talks about mixing tracks and provides some sound advice as my Social Media Consultant! Check it out on the final episode of Influences Podcast!This episode was originally recorded on January 16, 2025.For more information on My Girl Tuesday check her out on Instagram; there's much more going on with her since January of 2025! https://www.instagram.com/mygirltuesdaydjs/For more information on this podcast please check out my Instagram feed: https://www.instagram.com/influences_podcast/ Please do not forget to Subscribe/Like/Comment and share :-)! 'Til next season; adios! 2025 SOCAN License (Tariff 22.C) gives this podcast the right to communicate to the public by telecommunication any or all of the musical works in SOCAN's repertoire by means of certain Internet transmission or similar transmission facilities by a site ordinarily accessed to listen to audio-only content. SOCAN stands for Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada.

The final episode of my Chicago DJ series ends with Mr. Gene Hunt! He's been spinning for about 40 years and also produces House Music. His mentor was the legendary Ron Hardy and since the early 1980s, Gene has also a pioneer of House Music! Gene's also worked with greats like Frankie Knuckles, Marshall Jefferson, and Kenny Dope; just to name a few! Check out my hour long conversation with not only one of the best DJ/Producers in the game but also one of the best storytellers--Gene Hunt on this Special Episode of Influences Podcast!

The interview was originally filmed at the Sleepless Studios in Toronto on February 23rd, 2025. If you are interested in booking studio time at sleepless check out their website www.sleeplesstudios.io or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeplessso...

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2025 SOCAN License (Tariff 22.C) gives this podcast the right to communicate to the public by telecommunication any or all of the musical works in SOCAN's repertoire by means of certain Internet transmission or similar transmission facilities by a site ordinarily accessed to listen to audio-only content. SOCAN stands for Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada.

In this Season Finale and part 2 of 3 Chicago House DJs, I sit down with Stacy Kidd who shares how he got into the House Music game, how he transitioned from Djing into producing and what it's like to have a mentor like the late Paul Johnson to guide him on his journey! Stacy also speaks about working with greats like Crystal Waters, Daft Punk and others! Tune in for this electric interview with one of Chicago's great House Music DJs!

Wait! There's a part 3...?? How can this be? Stay tuned and pay close attention to my Instagram to find out! :-)

This interview was originally recorded on January 27th 2025.For more information on Stacy Kidd please follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/djstacykidd?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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2025 SOCAN License (Tariff 22.C) gives this podcast the right to communicate to the public by telecommunication any or all of the musical works in SOCAN's repertoire by means of certain Internet transmission or similar transmission facilities by a site ordinarily accessed to listen to audio-only content. SOCAN stands for Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada.

In this Season Finale and part 2 of 3 Chicago House DJs, I sit down with Stacy Kidd who shares how he got into the House Music game, how he transitioned from Djing into producing and what it's like to have a mentor like the late Paul Johnson to guide him on his journey! Stacy also speaks about working with greats like Crystal Waters, Daft Punk and others! Tune in for this electric interview with one of Chicago's great House Music DJs! Wait!

There's a part 3...?? How can this be? Stay tuned and pay close attention to my Instagram to find out! :-)

This interview was originally recorded on January 27th 2025.For more information on Stacy Kidd please follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/djstacykidd?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

For more information follow Influences Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/influences_podcast/

2025 SOCAN License (Tariff 22.C) gives this podcast the right to communicate to the public by telecommunication any or all of the musical works in SOCAN's repertoire by means of certain Internet transmission or similar transmission facilities by a site ordinarily accessed to listen to audio-only content. SOCAN stands for Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada.

DJ Verysomething (she/they) is a Chicago House music DJ who has a versatile presence on the scene. Not only does she bring a unique blend of house beats, mixing disco and tech house but she is also a purveyor and cultivator in giving NEW DJ acts a place to spin. She runs an open decks in Chicago and welcomes new and upcoming DJs to get experience in front of live crowds! Check out this very selfless and kind soul on this edition of the podcast! This is also the FIRST of 3 episodes in my series of Chicago House Music DJs!

For more information on DJ Verysomething check out her Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/djverysomething?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

This interview was originally recorded on December 11, 2024.

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All the way from San Antonio Texas, Alyssa Rose graces the Influences Podcast Studio in Part 3/3 of my Spotlight on Drum n Bass/Jungle DJs. Alyssa is not only a DJ but also a promoter and a producer! Check it out!

This interview was originally recorded on February 17, 2025.

For more information on Alyssa Rose check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmealyssarose?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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This is the second episode of the series on Drum n Bass/Jungle music. Today Mel Stokes will be speaking about the wonderful world of promoters. What goes on behind the scenes at a DnB/Jungle party and the focus on building community! Also finding places to dance! You'll even learn about Paris Ontario Canada! Tune in to this fun and engaging interview!

This episode was recorded on January 12, 2025.

For more information on Mel check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sneaky_beatz?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== and/or https://www.instagram.com/moemoneynoprblms?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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An energetic interview with a Jungle and Drum n Bass DJ named Marissa Joy AKA Joyride. She brings youth and an eclectic range of talent to Influences Podcast; check her out!This interview was originally recorded on January 7th, 2025.Check out Joyride on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyride.mp3?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==For more information on Influences Podcast check out Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/influences_podcast/

A fun interview with Toronto Soul and Funk  ⁨@djblushto⁩  Winner of Best Local DJ in Now Magazine's DJ 2021 Reader's Poll Awards, opened for Depeche Mode in 2016, a funk and 60's Soul DJ playing across cool venues in Toronto; she's done it all! Check out this light-hearted and interesting interview with Britt Townson aka DJ Blush!

This interview was originally recorded on January 16th, 2025

For more information on DJ Blush check out her Instagram page @ https://www.instagram.com/djblushto?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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With a PHD in Anthropology this budding DJ really does have the credentials to be called Dr.J! Check out this interview where Dr. J talks about balancing a family and trying to make it as a DJ!This episode was originally recorded on July 22nd, 2025.Check out Dr. J on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/dr.j.music?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==For more information about Influences Podcast check out Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/influences_podcast/