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It’s been a while! We're on Jaguar’s sofa chatting about the iconic noughties inspiration behind her new track Gimme Dat (we get way too into talking about The Urbz and the Black Eyed Peas). This episode we also discuss the dubstep revival currently taking the UK by storm and we talk about the importance of small venues. Plus, Katie's sharing the theme of her recent KeepHush set and we give our opinions on FredAgain.. Full video on Youtube! @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juicy Romance joins us this week! We dive deep into her journey of creating a distinctive sound shaped by diverse influences, we explore the intensity of a Boiler Room set, and we chat about the playful side of the dance music scene—wondering if maybe, just maybe, some people take it a bit too seriously?  Plus, we chat about girls with big feet, private jets and long term goals. It’s a weird and wonderful hour you don’t want to miss! @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Ibiza dying? This episode we chat about the heaving super clubs, the clubs that we've lost along the way and we consider what the future holds for everyone's favourite party island... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAAi is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and in demand DJs in the world, but her journey to the top has been fueled by years of solid graft and passion. In this episode, she takes us through her incredible rise, starting on a tiny dancefloor in Dalston. We dive into some wild fan stories, we discuss the legendary Phonox residency and we have a raw, deeply insightful conversation about the current landscape of UK dance music. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elkka has had a crazy year so far. This episode, we dig into her beautiful debut album, Prism of Pleasure and find out how she collaborated with a sex therapist and her fans within the queer community. We celebrate the lesbian renaissance, including London's La Camionera, the reclamation of the label 'lesbian' and the importance of creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people to enjoy music. Plus, we discuss staying healthy on tour, the importance of protecting your hearing as a DJ or raver and we talk about how to stay positive when you don't feel like you've 'made it' yet. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BIIANCO is one of the most talented musicians we know. This week they join us for an hour of fascinating conversation, sharing their journey from composing classical music to thumping dance music (via the Dalston Superstore basement). After amassing over 200,000 Instagram followers and millions of views, they share what it's been like going viral on social media and why there's a big distinction between going viral for your music rather than clickbait-y videos. They also tell us about their recent collaboration with Marlon Hoffstadt, their love of hard groove and how they've been influenced by the UK scene. Plus, BIIANCO shares what it's been like navigating the music industry since going blind in one eye. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jaguar’s been on a 24 hour whirlwind trip to Berlin, complete with a rave in a telephone box and a trip to Berghain. Meanwhile, Katie’s done a tragic dj gig for some uni freshers. We also discuss Patrick Topping’s new sober rave, we decide whether Rebecca Black should have been given a Boiler Room and Jaguar reviews Azealia Banks’ recent gig in Brixton. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re joined by the creative powerhouse, Bimini. They’re a drag legend, fashion icon, recording artist and a DJ and this week we are getting into IT! We cover life before they shot to fame on RuPaul’s Drag Race, we chat about their approach to music and whether artists have a duty to be political and we discuss how we can improve life for trans people in the UK. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With brat summer well and truly over, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our highlights of summer 2024! Then we chat about the rising cost of gig tickets and the Oasis Ticketmaster scandal, we share our thoughts on Angela Rayner going raving and we share what we’re looking forward to this Autumn. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re thrilled to kick off Season 4 with the incredible Madam X. In this episode, she tells us the story of her label Kaizen, which has become one of the underground’s biggest success stories. We also dive into her latest creative chapter as she steps into music production, discussing her brand new EP set to drop this month. Madam X also doesn’t hold back on calling out the impact Spotify has had on the music industry, offering an honest take on how it’s reshaped the landscape for artists and labels—and what needs to change. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lots has been going on! We’ve both been to Mighty Hoopla, where Jaguar’s dreams came true as she introduced The Veronica’s on stage and Katie’s dreams came true as Jojo Siwa tore up the main stage. Jaguar’s also been at Movement Festival in Detroit, we discuss Charli XCX’s insane new album and we start getting excited for Glastonbury! @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming to you from on top of a bin of beers, we chat to Jess Iszatt who has been at IMS with Beatportal. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the final day of IMS Jaguar is gearing up for her Dalt Villa B2B with DJ Paulette and we sit down with Harry Gay to chat about his impressions of Ibiza. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are coming to you live from Ibiza with four change makers who have had a huge impact on dance music - Nadine Noor (Pxssy Palace), Harry Gay (Queer House Party), Sydney Blue (Change the Beat) and Steven Braines (He.She.They). We’re discussing how to create change, how to diversify spaces, why there’s still lots left to do and how to make spaces more accessible for a wider range of people. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How often are the stories of Black women acknowledged in dance music? This episode is a rare, intimate and open conversation with two of house music's fairy Godmothers: DJ Paulette and Smokin' Jo, with two future stars TSHA and Jaguar. On this special live podcast recorded at the International Music Summit 2024, four Black women share their experiences from the scene, diving into the past, present and future. @jaguarworldwide @katiebaxter28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.