Once A DJ

• "What am I gonna do with all these records?" - Aidy West on Vinyl Underground and 30 Years of Chicago, Detroit, and Underground House

  Once A DJ is brought to you by:https://www.vinylunderground.co.uk - 10% off using code onceadj10https://www.sureshotshop.com/ - Record adapters (including customs) & accessorieshttps://myslipmats.com/ - Custom and off the shelf Slipmats, dividers and more.Once A DJ is a https://remote-ctrl.co.uk productionOther ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up the Once A DJ Instagram PageSubscribe to the Once A DJ PatreonBuy your Once A DJ Sureshot 45 adapter clampsAidy West, owner of Vinyl Underground for over 30 years, shares his journey from breakdancing kid to underground record dealer. From attending Fresh '86 at age 14 to shipping directly from Detroit, surviving vinyl's dark days, and witnessing the Record Store Day boom - this is the story of passion over profit in the record game.Chapter MarkersPart 1: Musical Origins (00:02:03 - 00:17:45)00:02:03 - Introduction00:02:41 - Growing up with Madness and two-tone00:04:16 - First records: Buggles and WH Smith Saturdays00:05:09 - The Jam's "Going Underground" changes everything00:06:36 - Breakdancing and electro: "Oral sex spelled A-U-R-L"00:09:33 - Fresh '86: Afrika Bambaataa and the Wembley pilgrimage00:13:21 - The legendary Hammersmith Public Enemy gig at 1400:15:24 - Record shop culture and getting ignored in LondonPart 2: Hip Hop & Early House (00:17:45 - 00:30:26)00:17:45 - Northampton's healthy hip hop scene00:19:23 - Hip house and Doug Lazy's "Let It Roll" obsession00:21:12 - First DJ experience at college parties00:22:13 - A-level results and joining the family business00:24:54 - Buying Technics with summer warehouse job money00:26:17 - Meeting Alton and discovering Chicago/Detroit00:26:51 - Yorkshire Bleep: The origins of UK bass musicPart 3: Building Vinyl Underground (00:30:26 - 00:48:13)00:30:26 - ESP/Dreamscape and early rave scene00:33:12 - Moving to Brighton and the scene there00:38:09 - The Orbital "Chime" hunt across London00:40:44 - Adam Naked: "Talk about giving up food for funk"00:42:33 - The NEC record fair that started everything00:46:10 - "I'm gonna start a shop" - birth of 80s Vinyl Underground00:47:11 - First advert in Echoes magazine00:48:13 - The first customer: Stevie from BirminghamPart 4: Going Direct to America (00:48:13 - 00:59:12)00:48:58 - First Underground Resistance record and Submerge00:50:56 - Calling Detroit on expensive international rates00:53:04 - Why London couldn't get the records Aidy wanted00:56:28 - Passion first, business second00:57:14 - Eddie Richards buying records in Aidy's parents' bedroom00:59:01 - Specializing in what others...

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• "I was lucky until I wasn’t" - DJ Design Pt 2, the ups and downs of the music business

  Once A DJ is brought to you by:https://www.vinylunderground.co.uk - 10% off using code onceadj10https://www.sureshotshop.com/ - Record adapters (including customs) & accessorieshttps://myslipmats.com/ - Custom and off the shelf Slipmats, dividers and more.Once A DJ is a https://remote-ctrl.co.uk productionOther ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up the Once A DJ Instagram PageSubscribe to the Once A DJ PatreonBuy your Once A DJ Sureshot 45 adapter clampsDJ Design on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/djdesignDJ Design on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djdesignIn our second sit down with DJ Design, we cover his experiences with his group, running a label Look Records, and when it all falls down.Get the lowdown on why he had such a good run producing, what led to Foreign Legion getting management, and what went wrong with the Beastie Boys remix. And what happens when everything you loved disappears and you have to start again. This is an honest and revealing insight into one artist’s experiences for the good, and for the bad, respect to Design for sharing so much.

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• Beats from the Bay - DJ Design on DJing, Beatmaking, Visual Identity and the origins of Stones Throw

  Once A DJ is brought to you by:https://www.vinylunderground.co.uk - 10% off using code onceadj10https://www.sureshotshop.com/ - Record adapters (including customs) & accessorieshttps://myslipmats.com/ - Custom and off the shelf Slipmats, dividers and more.Once A DJ is a https://remote-ctrl.co.uk productionOther ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up the Once A DJ Instagram PageSubscribe to the Once A DJ PatreonBuy your Once A DJ Sureshot 45 adapter clampsDJ Design's links:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/djdesignInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/djdesign/DJ Design, a pivotal figure in the Bay Area's vibrant music landscape, takes center stage in this compelling discourse, wherein we delve into his formative years and the profound influences that shaped his illustrious career. Having been deeply entrenched in the early days of Stones Throw Records, he shares with us insights into his artistic genesis, elucidating how the unique local scene and his familial ties to music laid the groundwork for his remarkable journey. From his early encounters with renowned artists to the serendipitous moments that led him to collaborate closely with Peanut Butter Wolf, DJ Design's narrative is one of camaraderie and creativity that resonates with the essence of hip-hop culture. We explore the nuances of DJing and music production, touching on the inspirations drawn from iconic figures and the collective spirit of the Bay Area artists who contributed to a rich tapestry of sound. With wit and candor, DJ Design reflects on the challenges and triumphs of his career, offering listeners an authentic glimpse into the world of a true musical innovator.

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• The Good, the Bad and The Ugly of Open Format with Mojaxx

  Once A DJ is brought to you by:https://www.vinylunderground.co.uk - 10% off using code onceadj10https://www.sureshotshop.com/ - Record adapters (including customs) & accessorieshttps://myslipmats.com/ - Custom and off the shelf Slipmats, dividers and more.Once A DJ is a https://remote-ctrl.co.uk productionOther ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up the Once A DJ Instagram PageSubscribe to the Once A DJ PatreonBuy your Once A DJ Sureshot 45 adapter clampsMojaxx's Links:https://www.instagram.com/mojaxx/https://www.youtube.com/djcitytvThis week I sat with trusted reviewer, gear head and open format Dj Mojaxx to discuss his journey through DJing, the good and the bad of open format, and naturally, we get into some pretty nerdy bits around effects chains, turntables and more.

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• DJ Angelo - Spin cycles

  Once A DJ is brought to you by:https://www.vinylunderground.co.uk - 10% off using code onceadj10https://www.sureshotshop.com/ - Record adapters (including customs) & accessorieshttps://myslipmats.com/ - Custom and off the shelf Slipmats, dividers and more.Once A DJ is a https://remote-ctrl.co.uk productionOther ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up the Once A DJ Instagram PageSubscribe to the Once A DJ PatreonBuy your Once A DJ Sureshot 45 adapter clampsDJ Angelo's links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DJAngeloUKInstagram: http://instagram.com/djangeloukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djangeloukThis week, we delve into the remarkable journey of DJ Angelo, a luminary in the realm of turntablism, whose ascent from a modest beginning to becoming a highly respected figure in the DJ community serves as an inspiration to many. Having cultivated a friendship spanning two decades, I have had the privilege to witness Angelo's evolution not only as a turntablist but also as a creative director, shaping the landscape of DJing itself. Throughout our conversation, we traverse the tapestry of his early influences, the pivotal moments that ignited his passion for music, and the profound impact of community on his artistic development. Angelo's narrative is replete with insights into the relentless pursuit of excellence and the importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing industry. Join us as we explore the multifaceted dimensions of his career, punctuated by anecdotes that illuminate the challenges and triumphs that have defined his path.This week I’m honoured to be joined by one of my oldest friends in DJing, DJ Angelo. Very poignant that this comes out straight after DMC Weekend, given that he’s probably played a significant role in a lot of competitors learning their craft. Before terms like influencer existed, Angelo gained mass exposure through his YouTube tutorial videos, and has continued to contribute a lot to the scene as a performer, ambassador, competitor, tech advisor and more.In this episode we go right back to his roots, looking at the many different ways Angelo’s developed artistically and professionally, and we find out what keeps him growing, and how he feels about 25 years in the game.

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