House Culture

Oliver Huntemann and Marc Romboy, two titans of the techno universe, have shared a 30-year journey through the scene - although remarkably, 2024 marks the first time these electronic powerhouses have joined forces in the studio. The result? The electrifying Schwarze Witwe [Systematic] and the hypnotic Teufelsfisch [Senso Sounds] - two tracks that capture the essence of their combined mastery. In this candid, free-flowing conversation, we travel back to 1994 to uncover the story of how their paths first crossed, explore why it took three decades for this titanic studio partnership to take place, and dive into their raw, unfiltered thoughts on the current state of the scene at large.

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Junior Sanchez is one of House music's most prolific DJs, with a huge back catalogue that not only spans genres and generations but also includes the scene's most iconic labels and artists. From his earliest days breaking into the world of dance music to standing shoulder-to-shoulder with legends, Junior’s story is one of relentless passion and boundless creativity. In our conversation, Junior dives deep into the moments that have defined his journey so far: how he carved out his place in the scene as a young upstart, the thrill of collaborating with luminaries like Daft Punk and Armand Van Helden, and the secret sauce that keeps his creativity burning strong after decades in the game.

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Kirsty Hawkshaw, the iconic voice of Opus III, has crafted a legacy that firmly establishes her as a legend within the dance music community. Her signature ethereal vocals blend seamlessly with atmospheric soundscapes on classic tracks such as 'It's A Fine Day' and Orbital's 'Halcyon.' Growing up in a musical household, Kirsty absorbed her passion for music almost instinctively, listening through the walls of her family home as her father composed. As she honed her vocal talents, the late '80s Rave scene swept across the UK, and it was this that ignited her creative spirit and drew her into the vibrant world of electronic music. In this interview, Kirsty reflects on the defining moments that shaped her career and shares her journey to becoming an enduring icon in the electronic music scene.

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Flashmob (aka Alessandro Magani) is a production powerhouse who has been delivering scene-defining underground beats for years. As the driving force behind the unforgettable classic 'Need In Me' (crafted in the early Flashmob days as a duo), Sandro has evolved his sound into a style uniquely his own and showcases this genre-blending mastery on his brand new album 'Sundown.' From his early days making waves in London and Milan to headlining stages worldwide, he continues to push musical boundaries by placing innovative rhythms in his productions or stacking his sets with scintillating soundscapes. In this episode, we dive into his journey, explore his influences, and discover what’s next for this dynamic DJ and producer.

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