Mixmasters Podcast with Danny Savage
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIf you're a DJ or producer wanting to make it in the electronic music industry, I'm here to help you. Each week I interview international DJs, Producers, Bookers, and electronic music industry experts to give you the knowledge, tools, and tactics needed to take your DJ & Production career to the next level.
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#43: Deniz Everling - Build your artist profile on Beatport
October 25, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBBOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.live This episode is part 1 of my interviews with the team over at Beatport in Berlin. Deniz Everling is head of label relations at Beatport and in this interview, she gives you guys loads of top tips on how to grow your network and get the best out of your Beatport account. She also answers questions that you guys in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group submitted a few weeks back. Beatport will be hosting various workshops at Mixm...
#42: Dan Stephenson - How to launch an online radio station during COVID-19
October 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBBOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE SUMMIT: https://mixmasters.live Today I chat with one of my good friends, dan Stephenson who is a digital marketing expert and a DJ himself. He uses his skills to market himself, specifically on Instagram and he’s used the COVID 19 lockdown as an opportunity to launch a brand new, digital radio station, Vibesolate FM. We talk about marketing, working from home, reading books and loads of other cool stuff that you can take tips from. Dan is also ho...
#41: Marshall Jefferson - Eat the mushroom 🍄
October 23, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBBOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE SUMMIT: https://mixmasters.live We have a true HOUSE MUSIC LEGEND on the show today! Marshall Jefferson is one of THE pioneers of our scene and you're lucky enough to get the inside scoop on Marshall's top tips to help electronic artists. This interview was more like a laid-back chat, Marshall is one of the most humble guys I know. We talked about Barbara Streisand porno movies 😂 and how Marshall accidentally recorded the vocals for his mushroom track...
#40: Rebecca Smart-Bakken - How to go from 0 - 1000 Instagram followers
October 16, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBBOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.live Rebecca Smart-Bakken is a digital marketing expert in the music industry. She helps electronic artists build a loyal tribe of fans that will support you and buy your music. We discuss many ways to grow your audience using social media tools and tactics, that you can use right now to get ahead in your own music career. You will get a great strategy to boost your Instagram followers from 0 - 1000 and also how you can then get to ...
#39: Ibiza Mastermind with Roger Sanchez, DJ Mag, Neil Evans, London Sound Academy + more
October 13, 2020 19:00 - 3 hours - 139 MBBOOK YOUR SEAT FOR MIXMASTERS LIVE: https://mixmasters.live This podcast was recorded at our last Ibiza villa retreat in September 2019. We invited Roger Sanchez, DJ Mag, London Sound Academy to take part in a live, round-table mastermind session to discuss career questions with our 10 retreat students. There is over 3 hours of absolute golden knowledge packed into this episode and will help any DJ or producer or anyone who works in the electronic music industry. We had beers & food a...
#38: Huxley - Life after Lockdown
October 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBMixmasters Live (Virtual Summit): Book Your Seat Here In my first interview after the COVID-19 lockdown, I spoke with our Mixmasters production teacher, Huxley about how he has dealt with the loss of his livelihood during the pandemic and what he's done to keep busy and occupied. Huxley talks about finding his passion for producing his own style again and why he's launching his new label.
#37: Nightmares On Wax - The truth behind the world record DJ set at the top of a volcano
October 12, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBMixmasters Live (Virtual Summit): Book Your Seat Here This was one of my favourite interviews with my Ibiza neighbour, George Everlyn, AKA DJ Ease, AKA Nightmares on Wax. We talked about the time we climbed Kilimanjaro and broke the world record for the highest DJ set and how I ruined the world record mix. George explains how Set For Love was born and how we made it a global event during the COVID-19 lockdown and raised over £80,000 for families in need around the world. We get deep a...
#36: Saeed Younan - Why you should start your own record label
October 12, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBMixmasters Live (Virtual Summit): Book Your Seat Here We are back for season 3 of the podcast, and have I missed you guys! This episode with Saeed Younan, the owner of Younan records was recorded back in March before the COVID-19 pandemic had properly hit. We talk about the U.S club scene, how he left Iraq to start a new life in the USA, the struggles of making a career in music and he gives his top tips for longevity. You can also submit your tracks to Saeed who is looking for fresh ...
#035: Mr. C - Why big data fucked the tech-house scene
April 11, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBMr C has been in the music industry since the ‘80s. Starting out by handing out flyers for a friend’s party, he went on to become one of the best known faces of the ‘90s dance acts as the frontman for The Shamen. He created his own brand, Superfreq as both a club night and record label. Having held residencies in London and Ibiza, the night still runs regularly in the UK and USA. Danny talks to Mr C about the journey through his musical career, his opinion about music genres (especially ...
#034: John Gold - Fan building strategies with the Hypeddit founder
April 11, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBHypeddit founder John Gold has helped hundreds of DJs and producers to build their fan base quickly. In the process, he’s identified and developed strategies that are key to accelerating an artist’s profile. In this episode of the DJ Growth Lab podcast, he and Danny go over those strategies and how you can apply them to your own career for the speedy expansion that you’re after. Tracklists are assets. The price of a fan. Writing copy and good ads. Fan bases and Paris Hilton. Email is...
#032: Val Rose - Mint Club RIP, the woman behind the iconic Leeds nightclub
March 05, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn this episode, I talk to the founder & former owner, Val Rose about how she went from being a waitress at Peter Stringfellow's club and how an idea to buy a coffee shop, turned into buying a nightclub. Val talks about her original ideas and concept for Mint club and after being approached by Dave Beer who was looking for a new home for world-famous Back To Basics, how themes and ideas for the club developed further. If you want to join our free community of DJ's & Producers from around ...
#033: Digital Mafia - How to run a pirate radio station
March 05, 2020 16:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBDavid Jackson, aka Digital Mafia about how he went from an avid listener of a Yorkshire based pirate radio station to being a DJ on it and eventually part of the management team running it. Leeds based Frequency FM was one of the country’s biggest pirate stations outside of London, running 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Due to its popularity and good business management, it was able to bring in revenue through selling advertising to local small businesses. Primarily a drum and bass station...
#031: Amadeus Mozart - Building a brand with longevity (25 Years of Tidy Trax)
February 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn this episode, I speak with Amadeus Motzart who is one half of the Tidy Boys and founder of the legendary Tidy Trax label that is celebrating its 25th year as this biggest brand in hard dance music. Ama discusses the key to their success of building a global brand with longevity which is more like a family than a business. Community is key for any long term brands in the electronic music industry. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can ...
#030: The Maltese Music Scene with Carl Bee & IMS College team
February 17, 2020 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this episode, I speak with the team behind IMS College in Malta on why they decided to host the annual music conference in Malta and all about the rise of the Maltese music scene. This was filmed at IMS College 2019 on the rooftop of the intercontinental hotel. I was joined by international DJ/Producer and promoter, Carl Bee who is probably the biggest success story to come out of Malta in recent years. If you're an aspiring DJ you should definitely add this event to your calendar in ...
#029: Aidan Mozejko - How to make a living in the music industry whilst travelling the world
February 13, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode, I speak with my good friend Aidan Mozejko about how he built a career in the music industry as a Leeds University student, using his student loans to run a club night, then launching a label and progressing to running his own DJ agency which he now runs whilst living on the road, travelling. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the DJ Growth Lab group here
#028: Donnie Keys - Immerse yourself in the culture if you want to be a part of it
February 10, 2020 14:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, I speak with my good friend Donnie Keys about managing Distrikt bar in Leeds, and how he’s brought in some of house music's biggest names without charging a door entry fee. He discusses his label, Albion Records, and encourages DJs to get immersed in the scene. This is great advice for anyone wanting to work in the electronic music industry. If you want to join our free community of DJs & Producers from around the world that can help and support you, apply to join the D...
#027: Jacky - How to turn your dinner break into your big break
February 02, 2020 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBIn this episode, we speak with International DJ, Producer, label owner and club promoter, Jacky on how he manages his international touring schedule and how he managed his time to make a career in the music industry. Jacky is living proof that to make it, you need to put the work in and use your time efficiently. The Career Academy is now open to new members. The deadline to join is Tuesday 4th February 2020. If you're serious about your career, join here now!
#026: Seb Jones - Why you need the support of your partner to further your music career
February 02, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode, we speak with Academy member Seb Jones who was bought his first decks by his partner who fully supports him in his music career. This has helped him quickly progress and achieve the goals he sets. Having a healthy relationship involves sharing the same vision and goals for your future. The Career Academy is now open to new members. The deadline to join is Tuesday 4th February 2020. If you're serious about your career, join here now!
#025: Top 5 Strategies to get ahead in 2020 with Roger Sanchez
January 31, 2020 06:00 - 2 hours - 119 MBThis is the replay from our live webinar with Roger Sanchez To view the video with slides do to djcareeracademy.com If you would like to join our new Career Academy and get help & support from leading industry experts inside our members-only platform, you have until Tuesday 4th February at midnight to join here
#023: Martin Offiah - DJ, Rugby Legend & TV Celebrity shares his career highlights
January 21, 2020 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWelcome back for a new series in a new year and a new decade. We've rebranded the Podcast and it's now called 'DJ Growth Lab Podcast' hosted by Danny Savage. As we kick-off 2020, we have a challenge for you. It's a 12-week challenge to set and achieve your DJ Goals with the help of our team and hundreds of other DJ's in the DJ Growth Lab Group To download my free book and get my free training, just visit djgoals.net Now for Episode 23, I interviewed Martin Offiah here in Ibiza. Martin was...
#024: REK - How To Get Sh!t Done with the Brazilian DJ couple
January 21, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBWelcome back for a new series in a new year and a new decade. We've rebranded the Podcast and it's now called 'DJ Growth Lab Podcast' hosted by Danny Savage. As we kick-off 2020, we have a challenge for you. It's a 12-week challenge to set and achieve your DJ Goals with the help of our team and hundreds of other DJ's in the DJ Growth Lab Group To download my free book and get my free training, just visit djgoals.net Now for Episode 24, I interviewed REK who are members of our Get Booked A...
#022: Sarah Main - The Queen Of Pacha
January 21, 2020 18:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBWelcome back for a new series in a new year and a new decade. We've rebranded the Podcast and it's now called 'DJ Growth Lab Podcast' hosted by Danny Savage. As we kick-off 2020, we have a challenge for you. It's a 12-week challenge to set and achieve your DJ Goals with the help of our team and hundreds of other DJ's in the DJ Growth Lab Group To download my free book and get my free training, just visit djgoals.net Now for Episode 22, I interviewed Sarah Main, at her home here in Ibiza. ...
#21: Britt Puhlmann - Sustainable event strategies for the electronic music industry
October 25, 2019 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode, I speak with Britt Pulhmann who is on a mission to make parties & events more sustainable. I met Britt in a bar at IMS College in Malta in September and we instantly hit it off. This is a very important subject that you should take notice of. There are some great tips for promoters, event organisers and DJ's on how to reduce pollution. Don't miss this year's DJ Growth Conference, held at Ministry Of Sound on November 16th 2019 Over 40+ Industry speakers, workshops & ...
#021: Britt Puhlmann - Sustainable event strategies for the electronic music industry
October 25, 2019 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode, I speak with Britt Pulhmann who is on a mission to make parties & events more sustainable. I met Britt in a bar at IMS College in Malta in September and we instantly hit it off. This is a very important subject that you should take notice of. There are some great tips for promoters, event organisers and DJ's on how to reduce pollution. Don't miss this year's DJ Growth Conference, held at Ministry Of Sound on November 16th 2019 Over 40+ Industry speakers, workshops & ...
#020: Inder Phull - How to get sponsorship by building your brand identity
September 08, 2019 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this episode, I chat with Inder Phull, founder of Connect the crowds and marketing consultant for International Music Summit (IMS). Inder explains the importance of your visual identity as an artist and how you can get sponsored and given free merchandise. Inder also gives us a brief preview of what to expect at IMS College Malta on September 13th & 14th where I will be speaking and hosting the official networking event with DJ Growth Lab Get tickets for IMS College here Get a free co...
#019: Roukin - The importance of taking time out to focus on your DJ career
August 30, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBIn this episode, I chat with Roukin, one of our Get Booked Academy members who attended one of our Ibiza DJ Retreats last year and who has smashed all of the goals he has set by using the DJ Goals method by consistently taking action & seizing opportunities. Sam is now resident DJ at Avalon in Los Angeles and has recently been signed to Doorly's Reptile Dysfunktion. In the Podcast I mentioned this free course with Roger Sanchez, download it here: Music Industry Hustle in a Digital Age G...
#018: Alex Grayson - Quit Your 9-5 Job & DJ Full-Time
August 16, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, I chat with Alex Grayson, one of our Get Booked Academy members whose life was changed recently, when he came to our workshop at the Brighton Music Conference in April. He randomly ended up playing back-to-back with one of his childhood heroes at one of the UK's no1 clubs. We talk about how he designed a life where he DJ's every night of the week to pay the bills which facilitates his dream to produce more and focus on building his house music brand. Alex is a prime examp...
#017: Jax Jones - Breaking into the music industry
July 26, 2019 20:00 - 6 minutes - 4.65 MBIn this episode, we grab a quick chat with Jax Jones and asked him for career advice for musicians. Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here. Join 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group here. Follow me on Facebook here And on Instagram @ThatDannySavage
#016: Amber D - Thriving In The Face of Adversity
July 26, 2019 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBThis week I speak with hard dance legend Amber D Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here Join 4000+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group here. Follow me on Facebook here And on Instagram @ThatDannySavage
#015: Kal Jughroo - How To Bet Booked & Signed to Underground Artists Agency
July 26, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBIn this episode, we chat with underground artists founder, Kal Jughroo Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here Join 2500+ other DJs like you who want to develop and achieve their goals in the DJ Growth Lab Facebook group here Follow me on Facebook here And on Instagram @ThatDannySavage
#014: How To Build An Army Of Raving Fans That Buy Your Tracks & Come To Your Gigs with Roger Sanchez & John Gold
May 12, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBSpecial bonus episode, taken from our recent live Masterclass with Roger Sanchez & John Gold where we showed well over 5000 DJs How To Build An Army Of Raving Fans That Buy Your Tracks & Come To Your Gigs Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A proven strategy to achieve your goals faster & smarter here
#012: Brandon Block - Personal growth, setting goals & the life of a party legend
December 19, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 30.4 MBThis week I speak with clubbing legend and newly qualified goal mapping practitioner, DJ Brandon Block (@brandonblock) Brandon speaks about the early days of his career from his first experiences of Ibiza, and the legendary clubs like Space and how his infamous partnership with fellow clubbing legend Alex P was formed. Brandon tells me the stresses of working solidly through summer seasons with 10 years as resident of Space. I ask Brandon what the decision point was to stop his ‘Partying...
#013: DJ Slipmatt - The godfather of rave, building a business as a Key Person of Influence
December 19, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 29.9 MBThis week I talk to the ‘`godfather of Rave’ Matt Nelson a.k.a Slipmatt (@thedjslipmatt) With over 30 years of DJ and production success Slipmatt played a pivotal part in the 90’s rave scene. Matt explains how hard work and dedication was at the root of his success and continues to provide longevity today. I ask him to discuss how he went from buying house records in 1986 to starting his own label. Matt has a huge following that has followed him through the decades, I ask him how he crea...
#011: Phil Morse - Digital DJ Tips
November 27, 2018 09:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThis week I speak with club promoter, DJ, and Digital DJ Tips founder - Phil Morse. Even though Phil is an industry leader on writing Tech blogs he ironically says that the actual equipment you use (especially when starting out) really doesn’t matter. What does really matter? Find out in the show We discuss the rise of his promoter and DJ career from ‘White bread and baked beans’ to running one of the world’s largest online training platforms for DJs and producers. I ask Phil some tips ...
#010: Roger Sanchez - From Hustle to Housemaster
November 22, 2018 09:00 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBI talk to newly crowned ‘Housemaster’ the S-Man - Roger Sanchez (@djrogersanchez). With a career spanning 3 decades Roger talks about his personal ‘Hustle’ - from selling mixtapes on the streets of New York to dominating the Super Clubs of Ibiza. I ask Roger what he feels is the best way for aspiring DJs to progress in a competitive industry and what it takes to stand out from the crowd. Roger talks about how he selects tracks to play and remix and talks about his preference to play clubs o...
#009: Grahame Farmer - Create content to boost your DJ profile
November 21, 2018 09:00 - 1 hour - 31.3 MBThis week I speak with Data Transmission founder Grahame Farmer (@grahamefarmer). Grahame talks about how he went from festival creator to social media content expert. I ask Grahame the importance of being ‘Omnipresent’ on all social media platforms and how best to use and create content to gain an organic following. We discuss how Data Transmission evolved into an Internet radio platform and how they built a successful record label Shanghaied. If you’re a DJ are you’re wanting to get ...
#008: Ben Prince - What Londons E1 booker looks for in new talent
November 20, 2018 09:00 - 47 minutes - 21.7 MBThis week I talk to E1 senior artist booker Ben Prince. He explains what he looks for when booking ‘Warm Up’ DJs and the best steps to get out of the studio and playing the clubs We discuss our experiences as promoters, booking headline acts, and the best way for you to approach booking agents and promoters. I ask Ben how he deals with the well known difficulties of running a club night in London amongst the club politics and strong competition. Get a free copy of my book, DJ Goals: A ...
#007: Sevan Sarkissian - DJ Marketing tips & advice for producers
August 28, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBThis week I talk to Sevan Sarkissian. Having studied a marketing degree, living and promoting parties in Barcelona and then going on to work with a management company called Forward Thinking Music as a Digital Marketing Manager with some of the biggest House and Techno artists in the industry. Sevan’s most recent venture sees him operate as a freelance consultant, his current clients include Enzo Siragusa, Fuse London, CASSY and more. He runs us through his band days, managing their promot...
#006: Julia Jennings pt.2 - 12 steps to kickstart your DJ career, continued
August 14, 2018 08:00 - 51 minutes - 23.6 MBThis is the second part of my interview with Julia Jennings. We talk all about digital marketing and social media in the the electronic music industry. Here are some of the topics we discussed: Mindset The demand and stress of supporting such a fast-paced, energetic industry and also touches on the importance of a good work/life balance for everyone involved in the scene. The long hours, the social/business events as well as the parties and the requirement to be constantly mobile when work...
#005: Julia Jennings pt.1 - Intern to Social Media management for Jamie Jones & Lee Foss
July 28, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBJulia is a freelance event marketing expert, who works with some of the biggest artists and brands in the dance music industry. She has an amazing portfolio of clients and with good reason, she is incredibly good at what she does. Julia gives some insight into the sacrifices that she had to make to carve a path in the industry and the rewards that followed, she also talks about her current role with Lee Foss and Jamie Jones on Hot Creations and the artists attached to the label. This week’...
#004: Habischman - From Iran to Ibiza, the rise from Red Bull Music Academy
July 25, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBIman Habibi known globally as Habischman (@habischman) an Iranian DJ and Producer appearing on iconic labels like Get Physical, Global Underground, Moda Black, Viva, Noir Music, Knee Deep In Sound and Nonstop whilst also counting industry giants Pete Tong, Nicole Moudaber and John Digweed amongst his ardent supporters. In this episode we discuss what it takes to break through within the current scene. Iman is a graduate of the Red Bull Music Academy and we cover goal setting, networking an...
#003: Josh Butler - Working with Heroes & the steps to success
July 18, 2018 08:01 - 46 minutes - 21.2 MBThis week I chat with Josh Butler (@joshbutlermusic) on his birthday to discuss his own humble beginnings before he become a household name, widely regarded as a house music aficionado in the current music scene. We touch base on his in-house recording label Origins Records and what it’s taken to connect the dots to build a successful career recognised across the world. Josh has many heroes, mainly USA house legends like Marshall Jefferson, Kerri Chandler & Todd Terry. He's come a long way...
#002: Denney - How hard work & dedication pays off
July 18, 2018 08:00 - 56 minutes - 26.1 MBThis week I interview an old friend of mine, Denney (@denneymusic) and ask him what drives his dedication and direction as an internationally recognised artist and reflects back on his past. Featuring on a host of heavyweight labels Viva, Hot Creations, Crosstown Rebels, Pokerflat, 20:20 Vision and starting life in the office at one of the worlds iconic clubs Back to Basics (considered the longest running weekly night in clubland). Denney provides some exclusive feedback on the current musi...
#001: Ben Pearce - Motivation & Mental Health awareness
July 18, 2018 07:59 - 1 hour - 30.7 MBInside this first episode of my podcast series I talk to electronic music innovator Ben Pearce (@benpearcedj) who speaks candidly about what motivates him and has also influenced him on his own personal journey on the way to the top. You’ll receive some hot music industry navigation tips related back to Ben’s own timeline servicing the scene and also learn what has impacted him professionally. Ben Pearce shares some very personal moments from the rollercoaster ride spanning his illustrious...