<description>&lt;p&gt;Manny Norte is known as “The Name You Can Trust” in UK music — but his story runs deeper than radio. In this episode, Manny sits down with Mo Gilligan to break down the untold journey behind UK nightlife, radio, fashion, and global culture. From dance battles and pirate radio to DJing for Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Drake and Kanye, Manny reveals how he became one of the most trusted tastemakers in the game. They talk about: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The wild West End club era when DJs were superstars &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The truth about modern DJs vs vinyl culture &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Playing private parties for Dave Chappelle, Naomi Campbell &amp;amp; Stormzy &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Launching Kanye’s Yeezy in London &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Breaking artists on Capital XTRA radio &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The reality of staying relevant for 20+ years in music &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt; Plus Manny reveals the industry secrets behind brand events, fashion circles, and celebrity after-parties. If you love music culture, UK nightlife history, and stories from behind the velvet rope — this one is special.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End

We Are L17 & Global

The Tastemaker Behind UK Music Culture - Manny Norte

APR 22, 202646 MIN
Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End

The Tastemaker Behind UK Music Culture - Manny Norte

APR 22, 202646 MIN

Description

Manny Norte is known as “The Name You Can Trust” in UK music — but his story runs deeper than radio. In this episode, Manny sits down with Mo Gilligan to break down the untold journey behind UK nightlife, radio, fashion, and global culture. From dance battles and pirate radio to DJing for Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Drake and Kanye, Manny reveals how he became one of the most trusted tastemakers in the game. They talk about: The wild West End club era when DJs were superstars The truth about modern DJs vs vinyl culture Playing private parties for Dave Chappelle, Naomi Campbell & Stormzy Launching Kanye’s Yeezy in London Breaking artists on Capital XTRA radio The reality of staying relevant for 20+ years in music Plus Manny reveals the industry secrets behind brand events, fashion circles, and celebrity after-parties. If you love music culture, UK nightlife history, and stories from behind the velvet rope — this one is special.