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Hard House History

Paul Glazby
Hard House
Djing
Real Estate
Hard House Music
Music Production
Tony De Vit
Dance Music
Tidy Boys
Rave Culture
Music Industry
DJ Culture
Career Aspirations
Insomniacs
Trade
Covid-19
Inspiration
Tidy Weekender
Tidy Trax
Fergie
London

Welcome to Hard House History, formerly known as When I Grow Up, hosted by Hard House icon Paul Glazby. This podcast dives deep into the evolution of the Hard House movement, exploring the music, the culture, and the unforgettable nights that defined an era. Join Paul as he reconnects with the DJs, producers, promoters, and fans who built the scene from the underground up. Whether you lived it or ... more

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Edele Andaya
DJ and host guest sharing her career journey and perspectives on the scene
DJ/Promoter
Episode: Edele Andaya: A Lifetime of Hard House
Ves Asenov
Founder of Raveolution, platform for raves and crew management
Raveolution
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION: Raveolution with Ves Asenov
Mijk van Dijk
German electronic music producer and DJ; discussed early 90s Berlin scene and Marmion remix
Mijk van Dijk, Schöneberg/Marmion remix era
Episode: Mijk van Dijk: Schöneberg to Superstardom
Kirk Field
Music promoter, author, and traveler known for promoting UK hard house through Fever & Frantic and related events
Radical Escapes (travel company)
Episode: Kirk Field: The Untold Story of UK Rave Culture
Barry Goodgreef
Founder of Goodgreef brand, hard house promoter
Goodgreef
Episode: Barry Goodgreef: The Story Behind the Goodgreef Empire
Blu Peter
DJ and producer known for Blu Peter and Elevator projects
Independent musician and producer
Episode: Blu Peter: Before Hard House Had A Name
Scott Forshaw
DJ/Producer in Dubai, former Hard House artist
DJ/Producer, Dubai
Episode: Scott Forshaw: From Hard House Kid To Dubai Superstar
James Lawson
Guest on the episode, central to the interview
DJ/Producer
Episode: James Lawson: From Rock Bands to Hard House Royalty
Phil Reynolds
DJ, Frantic co-creator
Frantic (promotion)
Episode: Phil Reynolds: The Untold Story of Frantic

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Paul Glazby
Host of Hard House History

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Kit

    Love the show. Somehow it’s worked its way to the top of the podcast list for me. Pure nostalgia every single week - keep them coming

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    Kit Maplethorpe
    Spain4 months ago

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Quality guests and candid conversations stand out, though some episodes skew very niche for casual fans.
Listeners appreciate the behind-the-scenes stories and the long-form interview format.
The show is a strong resource for industry folks seeking production, branding, and scene-building insights.
Nostalgia-driven nostalgia and deep-dive histories resonate with fans and newcomers alike.

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SPECIAL EDITION: Raveolution with Ves Asenov
Q: Is the platform free to use right now, and are there plans for paid features later?
The platform is currently free, with the possibility of adding value through future features for rav ers, promoters, and artists as it grows.
SPECIAL EDITION: Raveolution with Ves Asenov
Q: So how does the platform work in terms of who can upload events and how the different profiles interact?
The host explains there are three profile types—rav er, crew, and promoter—with the ability for each crew to link to events, posts, photos, and notifications, plus a promoter dashboard for event uploads and collaboration with artists.
Bryan Kearney: "Inspirations" The Stories Behind the Music
Q: What inspired the track All Over Again?
The track was inspired by non-dance music and a specific eight-bar loop from a famous pop song. The vocal collaboration with Plumb and the personal grief from his father's death deeply influenced the final piece.
Bryan Kearney: "Inspirations" The Stories Behind the Music
Q: What is your process when you're starting a track?
Bryan explains that his creative process often starts outside the studio, walking his dog or spending time away from production, which helps him generate ideas first and then bring them into the studio with a pre-formed concept.
Phil Reynolds: The Untold Story of Frantic
Q: How did production and DJing intersect for you, especially with Nick Sentience?
Collaborating with Nick brought new studio energy; Reynolds brought thousands of samples and a production mindset, which Nick helped turn into a cross-genre hit that merged their sounds and expanded their audience.

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What is Hard House History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show dives deep into the evolution of a hard-edged dance music movement through intimate, long-form conversations with DJs, promoters, label insiders, and scene historians. Across episodes, listeners hear origin stories, pivotal club nights, label politics, and the people networks that propelled the sound from underground parties to festival stages. A standout trait is the breadth of guests—from pioneering female DJs to veteran promoters and label chiefs—offering experiential insights, production anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes context that illuminate both the music and the culture. Expect nostalgia balanced with practical takeaways for industry professionals, and a recurring emphasis on community, collaboration, and longevity in a fa... more

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Recent guests on Hard House History include:

1. Edele Andaya
2. Ves Asenov
3. Mijk van Dijk
4. Kirk Field
5. Barry Goodgreef
6. Blu Peter
7. Scott Forshaw
8. James Lawson

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