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Once A DJ

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Hip Hop
DJ Culture
Djing
Music Production
Vinyl Records
Pirate Radio
Record Collecting
Artificial Intelligence
Sampling
Turntablism
Greg Wilson
Disco
Drum and Bass
Music Technology
DJ Hudson
Dilla
Hip-Hop
Intellectual Property
Creativity
House Music

Welcome to "Once a DJ," the captivating podcast hosted by Adam Gow, better known as DJ Wax On. For two decades, DJ Wax On has immersed himself in the world of DJing, exploring the art form alongside his other professional pursuits. In this show, he speaks to legends of the DJ game and contributors to the culture, about where their passion for the art has taken them. With a genuine interest in pers... more

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Cut Chemist has been on my list since the day I started this podcast, so getting him on for Episode 85 was a real full-circle moment. He's someone whose records genuinely shaped how I dig and how I think about putting samples together, and across thi... more

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Eddie Otchere
Pioneering photographer in hip hop and London's black music scenes from the 90s onwards
Independent photographer
Episode: Eddie Otchere - The Spirit Behind The Lens
Carl Loben
Editor-in-Chief of DJ Magazine, interview subject
DJ Magazine
Episode: DJ Mag's Carl Loben: "Everyone had to leave their DMs at the door" — 2 Tone and beyond
Danny Dann The Beat Mann
Bronx-born DJ, producer, creator of Dusty Fingers and Schoolyard Breaks
Dusty Fingers / Schoolyard Breaks / Strictly Breaks
Episode: Throwback Episode: DANNY DANN BEAT MANN (RIP)
Dan Lish
Illustrator and B-boy; artist and DJ culture enthusiast
Episode: "It helped me to escape family life" - Dan Lish on hip hop, his NY pilgrimage and life as an artist
DJ Super Dmitry
DJ/Producer from Dee Lite, co-creator of World Clique
Dee Lite / Nauti Siren
Episode: DJ Super Dmitry on Deee-Lite, Nauti Siren & his musical roots "Elektra didn't think it'd go anywhere"
Steve Davis
Romford Terminator, six-time World Snooker Champion, later DJ and musician
Professional snooker player, musician
Episode: "I saw a sea of masks of my face" - Steve Davis on his unexpected journey into Djing
Supreme La Rock
Seattle-based DJ, producer, and label founder discussed in depth
Supreme La Rock / Sharpshooters / Conception Records
Episode: "What sets you apart is your records" - Supreme La Rock talks authenticity and developing your own sound
Amadeus Mozart
Musician and producer known as Ammo, central figure in Tidy Trax story
Tidy Trax
Episode: "We had a machine behind us" - Amadeus Mozart Pt. 2 - on the story of Tidy Trax
Amadeus Celery Mozart
Hard House DJ/Producer, founder of The Two Little Boys alias with Guy Garrett
Mind charity work; connected to Music Factory Master Mix
Episode: "You Think It's Sh*t Then You Realise You Like It" - Amadeus Mozart on Discovering House Music

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Adam Gow
Host of Once A DJ, introducing guests and guiding conversations

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Finally…

    … a genuinely great podcast that dives into the many facets of DJing. Most definitely worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MountainLobstergirl
    Germany5 months ago
  • Dope podcast

    One of my favourite podcasts, Greg Wilson, DJ Rap, Ken Darge and the DJ Hype episodes have been my absolute favourites but tbh they are all very good so proper to Adam and the guests for making these happen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RFX23?
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Spot on

    This podcast is right up my street.

    Loads of interesting guests and the host navigates the interviews well.

    Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adeptdj
    Canada2 years ago
  • Once a DJ…

    Always a dj.

    Adam manages to always bring together a mix of interesting guests from all spectrums of djing and production and extracts some great life lessons. A really great pod to jump in and out of…. Wish it was weekly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mattwezzlechop
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Really enjoying this Podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    rucsackrich
    2 years ago

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: consistently strong guests and engaging interviews
: a go-to for fans of DJ culture and history
: great energy and thoughtful questions from the host
: great balance of guest variety and insightful conversations

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"We had a machine behind us" - Amadeus Mozart Pt. 2 - on the story of Tidy Trax
Q: What catalyzed the formation of Tidy Trax and its branding?
Ammo explains that the combination of a drive to be credible, the influence of partners like Andy Pickles, and strategic moves like naming the label Tidy Trax after a logo concept helped establish a strong, marketable identity that blended underground credibility with accessible branding.
"Failure is an essential part of success" - J Period on becoming a master of the mixtape
Q: What sparked the idea to tell stories through your mixtapes?
He explains that storytelling through music was a natural extension of his love for narratives and his desire to see artists and environments represented in a cohesive musical arc, leading to mixtapes that function like albums or audio documentaries.
Independent As F*** - Ben Pedroche's love letter to a decade of indie rap
Q: At what point did you, had you always thought, I need to do a book at some point?
Pedroche recounted having previously written three books about London history, and eventually found the right subject for a hip hop book focused on the indie era.
Independent As F*** - Ben Pedroche's love letter to a decade of indie rap
Q: How did, what was that journey into writing for one of the most respected magazines in the genre?
Ben shared his aspirations in writing since childhood and that he started by writing letters to Hip Hop Connection, which eventually led to writing articles.
DJ Hype pt 1 - Soundsystems and DJ Battles (81-89)
Q: So when did you first start DJing?
DJ Hype recounts starting from building a sound system with friends and later evolving into pirate radio and formal DJing.

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The show centers on deep-dive conversations with legendary figures in DJing, club culture, and music history. Across episodes, guests share first-hand journeys through vinyl obsessions, live performance, and the evolving media landscape—from turntables and record shops to digital platforms and archives. Hosts spotlight personal growth, craft, and the cultural ecosystems around DJing, including mentorship, community spaces, and the entrepreneurial side of music. A notable strength is the breadth of guests, spanning photographers, journalists, producers, and iconic performers, all framed by a thoughtful host who guides conversations with curiosity and context. The format tends to mix origin stories, technical craft, and broader cultural criti... more

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Recent guests on Once A DJ include:

1. Eddie Otchere
2. Carl Loben
3. Danny Dann The Beat Mann
4. Dan Lish
5. DJ Super Dmitry
6. Steve Davis
7. Supreme La Rock
8. Amadeus Mozart

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