Episode 047

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WONKADONK is a DJ music event production company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Founded by DJ Vince Tapster in early 2021, partnering with Jack Linden, WONKADONK kicked off with a spectacular rave deep in the bushes BC.   

Realising their potential Tapster and Linden quickly moved on to throwing bespoke warehouse events driven by exhilarating DJ line ups around Vancouver and it’s tri-cities. 

Two years in, with multiple sell out shows under thier belts, the lads have built a massive following for their WONKADONK label. Recently growing their team with the addition of Grace and Rustam, the WONKADONK family, united with a passion for house music.   

Focused on throwing exceptional events and continuously building the WONKADONK community. Hailing from UK , Ireland, and Russia, holding over 25 years combined experience in the event production industry, the WONKADONK crew bring extensive international and local knowledge when it comes to planning and managing music events.

Episode 044 #dj #housemusic #producer #djlife #techhouse #djtips #producerlife   

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In this episode we are joined by one half of "Haynes" that is Tommy lee Haynes.   Haynes' brothers are DJ / Producer duo coming front Kent in the medway towns. Haynes have been in the scene for many years DJ'ing and producing which has seen them signed by well respected labels and making an impact in the Uk DJ scene.  

Beginning as a solo artist back in 2014, Tommie begun by playing the house music circuit in Kent & London. Liam's musical journey came to a start in 2016, often inspired by his brother, gaining a love for house music. It wasn't until after a few sets playing alongside each other that they realised their true potential as a duo and so HAYNES was born.

The two young producers stuck to a sound they wanted to make their own. Heavily influenced by their love for old school hip hop, breaks and miami bass, their music is well received during a peak time slot. Their career has started off brightly securing some huge releases on some of tech house's biggest labels.

The turn of the decade has seen a track released on Hector Cuoto's mighty Roush. Being inspired by Jesse Perez, it was a dream come true to sign a two track EP to his label Mr Nice Guy Records. The rest of the year is looking to be a busy one with forthcoming releases coming on Roush and La Pera.

In this video Tommy explains topics on where they started with their DJ and Producing Career, how they navigated the scene to gain traction, their producing techniques and so much more.    

If you are a DJ / Producer then this is the podcast for you.

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EPISODE 043 #dj #djlife #vinyl #housemusic #podcast #producer   

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Jake has been around house/tech house since the womb...quite literally, dating back to 97’ where he was raving in his mum’s stomach at 'Wiggle' events! Producing from age 14, he is now in his early 20's and after getting into DJ’ing within the past 2 years, he has already released on a host of well established labels (see discography).  

Working with the likes of top respected artists including; Orlando Voorn, Terry Francis & Damolh33. His mixing has also brought him alongside both Superfreq + Wiggle - supporting/playing at their parties.  

The unique style Jake brings to the ‘underground’ scene seems to be the perfect bridge between tech houses original grass roots... and where it is now heading in modern day times!  Recently charting at #2 in the Beatport Top 100, his single “Audioerotica” then went on to get national radio play on BBC Radio 1.  

The future is looking bright (or should we say dark) for Jake, as we all know this kind of Tech House is a thing of the night.  

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Episode 042 #dj #techno #detroittechno #festival #rave #edm   

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WE are at the Electric love music festival and caught up with an old friend.  

JGarrett is the primary music project from Vancouver-based musician and producer Josh Garrett. A native of Ann Arbor, MI, with deep family roots in Detroit, Josh came to techno and house within the shadow of the Motor City and with direct involvement in the Detroit techno and rave communities of the ‘90s. In 2000, Josh relocated to Vancouver and over the years has become an integral member of the Vancouver techno community, from running the well-respected label Subspec Music as well as a key member of the Proper Event Productions crew.   

JGarrett original and remix material has appeared on Perc Trax, Gobsmacked, Dirty Minds, Advanced (Black), Smashead, SubSensory, and many other labels. Josh has a foot in Detroit and industrial techno camps and his varied and open approach to his sound has won support across the techno continuum... receiving play from notable artists such as Dax J, Perc, Electric Indigo, Rebekah, Dave Clarke, Mørbeck, among others.   

JGarrett’s performances generally focus on his ever-evolving live p.a., which is based around creating on-the-fly reworks and recombinations of his studio material wherein no set list is ever repeated. Active since 1995. Founder of Xynthetic Netlabel and Subspec Music.  In addition to producing and performing music, Josh is an Abelton certified trainer and provides one on one tutoring for people interested in learning Ableton or improving their use of it.

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Episode 041 #podcast #festival #dj #housemusic   

Born and raised in Kelowna, BC, we meet Költon Widell.  A few of the influences commanding this boy’s ear are those such as: Solomun, Enrico Sangiuliano, Tim Green, Claptone & ZHU.  Drawing inspiration from the unique sounds of his European techno & underground hip-hop upbringing, KÖLinvokes an emotional journey through his production and live sets. He brings enticing track selection and a stage presence to match. It comes as no surprise that he has set a high standard for himself, and for his peers.  Nothing will stop KÖL from pursuing his dreams, his true love of music and the people following him on his journey including those that have yet to find him. In the meantime, you can find him behind the scenes as the founder and artistic director of an up-and-coming project “RAISED BY RAVES,” which is a community driven platform striving to become a fresh new face in the music industry. An exciting community of like-minded artistsready to bring a fresh twist to an old-school style of raves.  

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Episode 041 #podcast #festival #dj #housemusic   

Born and raised in Kelowna, BC, we meet Költon Widell.  A few of the influences commanding this boy’s ear are those such as: Solomun, Enrico Sangiuliano, Tim Green, Claptone & ZHU.  Drawing inspiration from the unique sounds of his European techno & underground hip-hop upbringing, KÖL invokes an emotional journey through his production and live sets. 

He brings enticing track selection and a stage presence to match. It comes as no surprise that he has set a high standard for himself, and for his peers.  Nothing will stop KÖL from pursuing his dreams, his true love of music and the people following him on his journey including those that have yet to find him. In the meantime, you can find him behind the scenes as the founder and artistic director of an up-and-coming project “RAISED BY RAVES,” which is a community driven platform striving to become a fresh new face in the music industry. An exciting community of like-minded artistsready to bring a fresh twist to an old-school style of raves. 

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