The Liverpool Connection - Music & Football 1:1

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The award-winning Plastic Fantastic record shop ran from 1994 – 2006 and was famous for supplying the top DJs in the world. The label released many progressive and deep house classics that were hugely successful at the time, many of which still sound great today. With the progressive scene having a resurgence, it felt like the right time to start the label back up, cherry-picking the best tunes from across the label and its imprints, with fresh remixes and new material: dark pumping progressive, and uplifting melodic house with the occasional splattering of breaks and slower chug remixes. We already have lots of exciting releases planned with big artists lined up to remix some of their favourites so big things coming! 

I chatted with Enzo about how he got started in dance music and running the legendary Plastic Fantastic record shop and label. Now producing tracks under his Cortona moniker he has already had an e.p out on John Digweeds Bedrock label  https://bedrockrecords.bandcamp.com/album/xtaci-ep
https://www.beatport.com/artist/cortona/1257031
https://plasticfantasticrecords1994.bandcamp.com
https://www.beatport.com/label/plastic-fantastic-records/124957

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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BBC 6 Radio: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0072l8y

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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Picture yourself amidst the thrilling atmosphere of Anfield during the 70s and 80s, as we sit down with Barry Ashworth, founder of the Dub Pistols and a die-hard Liverpool fan. Diving deep into his memories, Barry paints a vivid picture of what it was like being a devoted supporter during Liverpool's golden era. Offering a distinctive perspective, he also discusses his family's unwavering loyalty to the iconic team, shining light on the evolution of football fandom over the decades. 

Finally, the spotlight falls on Barry's musical journey with the Dub Pistols, from DJing to band formation. We touch on the big beat genre's influence, the band's deal with Geffen Records, and how the late Terry Hall of The Specials impacted Barry's musical direction. Get ready for Barry's exciting future plans, and his pick for the top three festival acts. Whether you're a Liverpool fan or a music enthusiast, this episode is not to be missed!

https://dubpistolsmusic.co.uk/
https://www.tonicmusic.co.uk/
https://www.beatport.com/artist/dub-pistols/6888
https://dubpistols.bandcamp.com

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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Check out Aston Harvey at https://thefreestylers.bandcamp.com
https://www.beatport.com/artist/freestylers/711

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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Introducing Aubrey Fry, a visionary luminary of electronic music, whose narrative unfolds with the same riveting intensity as his pulsating beats. With prestigious signings to DJ Sasha's Last Night On Earth, John Digweed's Bedrock Records, and Nick Warren's The Sound Garden, Aubrey's sonic creations have captivated audiences across the globe, from the streets of Miami to the neon-lit alleys of Tokyo.
Go to his website for more info https://aubreyfry.com
https://www.beatport.com/artist/aubrey-fry/892918


The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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Andy Smith is the former tour DJ for Portishead. He released the critically acclaimed mix album The Document in 1998, blending funk, soul, rock, and hip-hop. Andy is also one-half of Reach Up Disco Wonderland with Nick Halkes.
https://www.djandysmith.com
https://djandysmith.bandcamp.com

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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The Utah Saints are known for their creative sampling and for bridging rock audiences with the house movement. In the 1990s, they had several top-ten and top-40 singles on the UK Singles Chart, as well as number-one dance tracks in the UK and US. Some of their hits include "What Can You Do For Me" (1991), "I Still Think of You", and "Something Good".

Go to their website for more info http://utahsaints.com
https://www.beatport.com/artist/utah-saints/49474
https://utahsaints.bandcamp.com

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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TREVOR FUNG began his DJing career at 16 and was quickly earning a reputation for his taste and knowledge of both UK and American Soul Funk and Jazz. In 1983 through his European tastes and connections, Trevor was invited to play at Amnesia in Ibiza to spin his now mixed style of dance music.   On Trevor’s return and throughout the mid-eighties he teamed up with long-time friend Paul Oakenfold to set up a club called "The Funhouse" playing similar sounds from his Ibiza experience alongside the popular Hip Hop and Go-Go sounds of that time.  This was followed by the formation of his infamous “The Project" club and was now joined by also resident DJ Carl Cox. The Project Club was strongly influenced by BALEARIC BEATS and also by the new sounds coming in from Detroit and Chicago. HOUSE MUSIC!!

He has also been very active and constant in raising awareness & money for charities
An Ambassador of:
Last Night A DJ Saved My Life 
Make a positive impact
We are a charitable foundation that creates fundraising initiatives to support grassroots projects that make a difference in the lives of children and young people in the UK and Developing Countries through the power of music and art.
https://www.lastnightadjsavedmylife.org

Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/TrevorFung

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AFFKT masterfully thrills and touches our core with music that serves both as dance anthems and emotional therapy. Hailing from Spain, Marc Martinez Nadal, aka AFFKT, has carved a global path since 2008 with his innovative sound. His music spans from energetic techno to detailed indie-electronica, featured on labels like Pets Recordings and his own Sincopat.

https://www.sincopat.com
https://sincopat.bandcamp.com
https://affkt.bandcamp.com
https://www.beatport.com/artist/affkt/39423

The Liverpool Connection Podcast - Music and Football 1:1 dives deep into the minds of talented artists, musicians, DJs, and producers. Discover their unique stories, inspirations, and the creative processes behind their amazing work.

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