Lost in 12 inches

Lost in 12 inches

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Lost in 12 inches episodes

  • Mig 29

    A quick spin through “MIG 29”: the Italian techno time capsule, its cheeky samples, and a Turramurra-fueled rave memory—playlist verdict included.

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    8 min
  • Playing with Knives

    Take a trip back to the early ’90s rave scene with Playing with Knives by Bizarre Inc—a track that defined an era. In this episode, we explore its origins, chart journey, cultural impact, and how it sparked unforgettable nights and the birth of legendary parties like Quiet Earth. A story of music, friendship, and the wild energy of underground raves.

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    10 min
  • Rez

    A track from 1993 that the band calls an endless riff and its a live favourite, and my recollectiions of Reach'n Records on Crown St

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    12 min
  • Ivory

    A track from 1991 with overt drug references with very little information on line


    What it was like to be a Raver in Sydney in 1991 and 1992

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    7 min
  • The Power

    A Eurodance classic with one of the catchiest hooks of all time

    A night to remember in Paddington, the controversy around A radio station playing a Track by NWA and a used futon.

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    7 min
  • Last train to Trancentral

    Three Letters K L F

    Nuff Said

    A night to remember in Redfern with my best mate and some Fish Stew, Donuts and Video games

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    8 min
  • Sesame's Treet

    Part 3 of my Metropolis story.
    A very average track That was late to the game in my opinion.
    And how 3 very average rappers ruined a secret gig of one of the biggest artisits in the world

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    8 min
  • Everybody

    Part 2 of my series on experiences at Metropolis. 
    Another italian House Classic, remixed by DJ Professor
    A late 1990 formal
    Luncay 
    Gary Clail and the On-U soundsystem

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    8 min
  • Rich in Paradise

    A great example of Italian House from 1989, and the first of 3 episodes covering my personal history with North Sydney's Metropolis night club

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    7 min
  • Michael on Arvos with Tim Shiel

    A special episode.
    Me giving my opinion of Adore U by Fred Again featuring Obongjayer to Tim Shiel on Double J Arvos. Check out the track

    Adore U - Fred Again featuring  Obongjayer

    If you enjoy this podcast you will love Double J. Its where i get a lot of my new music

    Double J

    Greater Dub - Severed Heads
    1991
    Used with the permission of Tom Ellard

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    6 min

About Lost in 12 inches

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Lost in 12 Inches is a personal, episodic journey through Sydney's underground rave scene at its peak. Each episode weaves a specific track from the era into a first-person story — the clubs,…