True House Stories interview podcast hosted by Lenny Fontana

TRUE HOUSE STORIES® W/ DJ DJAIMIN # 160 INTERVIEWED BY LENNY FONTANA
Djaimin's career spans more than 40 years, and has been in the industry from The 80’s. He is known as a pioneer in the evolution of dance music in Switzerland. From his legendary parties at the Casino of Montreux. Being the first person tointroduce the American house sound to Switzerland by inviting NYC radio DJ Tony Humphries. Performing His Mix on The radio shows on The Swiss national station Couleur 3 with collaborator Mr.Mike.
Both are well known under the name "Black and White Brothers" In the same time making history by producing the first song From a Swiss artist released to Strictly Rhythm Records Nyc called "Give You" in 1991 which went to N°1 in the UK and now a Classic in House Music. Djaimin is well known also for composing the international dance hits classics “Pump It Up” and "Put your Hand Up" with Mr.Mike aka the "Black and White Bros". On top of that he has an amazing production and remix list that he has worked on for various international artists, and himself with top labels such as:
Tony Records, Slip n Slide, Purple Music, Universal, Warner Bros, etc ... which became top singles in many European countries. Come and listen to this legendary DJ/ Producer share his life on True House Stories.

True House Stories founder Lenny Fontana welcomes Chicago house legend DJ Stacy Kidd for an in-depth and inspiring new episode.
In this candid conversation, Stacy Kidd reflects on his early roots in Chicago’s vibrant house music scene and his journey to becoming a recognized voice on major platforms like Clear Channel Communications and iHeartRadio. He shares pivotal moments from his career, including traveling the world andcollaborating with the late house icon Paul Johnson.
The episode dives into Stacy Kidd’s evolution as an artist, exploring his work across multiple genres including House, Afro House, Tech House, and Jackin House. With personal stories, industry insight, and a deep passion for the culture, this episode offers a powerful look into the life and legacy of a true house music ambassador.

TRUE HOUSE STORIES® W/ SCOTT BLACKWELL # 158 INTERVIEWED BY LENNY FONTANA
The Pioneer Who Brought Dance Music Into the Church.
Legendary Host Lenny Fontana Sits Down with the Groundbreaking Producer WhoRevolutionized Christian Electronic Dance Music.
True House Stories®, the acclaimed video podcast series hosted by dance music icon Lenny Fontana, announces an exclusive interview with DJ Scott Blackwell, the pioneering Christian dance music artist widely credited as the first to introduce electronic dance music to the Christian marketplace.
In this candid conversation, Blackwell joins Fontana to share his remarkable journey from disc jockey to becoming one of the most influential figures in Christian electronic music history. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Blackwell's career spans decades of innovation, having founded multiple record labels,including N•Soul Records, which became renowned for the celebrated *Nitro Praise* series that fused praise and worship songs with various forms of dance music. He recollects and shares his journey from his humble beginnings to the mayhem of working in the New York City Club Nightlife. A very indepth interview with one of the most celebrated and iconic dj’s from the 1980’s.

TRUE HOUSE STORIES® W/ ALANRUSSELL # 157 INTERVIEWED BY LENNY FONTANA
Black Vinyl Records Celebrates 30th Anniversary: Founder Alan Russell Shares Three Decades of House Music History on True House Stories
Black Vinyl Records, the seminal UK underground house music label founded in London in 1996, proudly announces its 30th anniversary milestone with founder Alan Russell appearing as a distinguished guest on the acclaimed True House Stories podcast, hosted by legendary New York DJ and producer Lenny Fontana.
The landmark interview, now available on all major podcast platforms, offers an unprecedented deep dive into the remarkable journey of one of house music's most enduring independent labels. Russell, known throughout the industry as "Mr. Black Vinyl," sat down with Mr. Fontana to discuss the label's humble beginnings, its evolution through the changing landscape of dance music, and the stories behind some of the most influential house music releases of the past three decades.
"It's incredible to think that thirty years have passed since we pressed that first record," said Alan Russell, founder and owner of Black Vinyl Records. "Being invited to share our story on True House Stories was a perfect way to mark this anniversary. Lenny created such an authentic space for artists to tell their truth, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to reflect on the journey, the music, and the community that hassupported us from day one.” Check out the whole story right here on the original show True House Stories.

TRUE HOUSE STORIES® W/ CHARLES DIXON # 156 INTERVIEWED BY LENNY FONTANA
The acclaimed True House Stories® podcast, hosted by legendary DJ Lenny Fontana, presents a landmark new episode featuring Sir Charles Mixin Dixon, one of the music industry's most celebrated pioneers and innovators. In this comprehensive conversation, Dixon shares his remarkablethree-decade journey through the music business, from his early days as a college DJ to revolutionizing radio programming and discovering international recording artists.
The episode offers listeners unprecedented insight into Dixon's transformative career, which began in 1983 at the University of Maryland, College Park, where he was inspired by Grand Master Flash's hip-hop sound and the house music of O'Dell's, a local Baltimore club that rivaled New York City's infamous Paradise Garage. Under the moniker "Sir Charles"– initially describing his preppy British style but soon denoting his royal turntable skills – Dixon began DJing at campus parties, developing his signature ability to mix current hits with fresh new songs while never missing a beat.
"Charles's story is truly remarkable because he represents someone who didn't just participate in the evolution of radio and DJ culture – he fundamentally changed it," says Fontana. "From creating the first mixshow mailing list in the music industry to developing programming formats that were copied by over 40 stations nationwide, Charles has been atthe forefront of innovation for over three decades. His journey from college DJ to discovering Che'Nelle and winning a Japanese Gold Disc Award is incredibly inspiring."
Throughout the conversation, Dixon details his groundbreaking work at OMAP Record Pool in 1985, where he served as Assistant Urban Pool Director, reviewing and compiling charts of 75 of the hottest DJs across multiple formats in the Washington DC area. This experience laid thefoundation for his revolutionary approach to record promotion and artist development. Listeners will hear how he implemented a multi-musical format at The Dome nightclub that encompassed hip-hop, R&B, Pop, Dance, go-go, and house music, creating an unparalleled style that appealed to the masses and earned the venue Night Club of the Year honors from Washingtonian Magazine.
The episode delves into Dixon's historic radio career, including his move to WPGC-FM where his distinctive style helped take the station from number 22 to number 1 on the Arbitron chart within three years. His innovative primetime mixshow format was ultimately adopted by over 40 stations nationwide, including major markets like KBXX in Houston, KPWR in LosAngeles, and WQHT in New York. Dixon shares stories of introducing American audiences to British imports like Soul II Soul's "Keep On Moving," Lisa Stansfield's "All Around the World," and Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" before their US releases.
Dixon's move to New York in 1990 as National Club Promotions director for Tommy Boy Records marked the beginning of his impact on the national stage. The conversation explores his work at WBLS, where he hosted "The Thunderstorm" and brought Grandmaster Flash to the station. His contributions to major record labels including Tommy Boy, Pendulum/Elektra Records, TVT Records, and Columbia Records revolutionized mixshow promotions and created industry standards that continue today.
Listeners will gain valuable insights into Dixon's entrepreneurial journey, including founding Sir Charles Independent Productions (SCIP) in 2003 and discovering Australian talent Che'Nelle in 2005. The episode details how he secured a deal with Virgin Records CEO Jason Flom in just one week, leading to Che'Nelle's debut album "Things Happen For A Reason," which went Gold in Japan and won the prestigious Japanese Gold Disc Award for Best New Artist of 2008.