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Hard House History

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

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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This week on Hard House History, Paul Glazby catches up with one of the scene's most intriguing success stories, Scott Forshaw.

Many hard house fans will remember Scott as the teenage producer and DJ who burst onto the scene in the mid-2000s, playin... more

This week on Hard House History, Paul Glazby sits down with one of the most respected names in the hard house scene, James Lawson.

From learning classical guitar as a child and dreaming of becoming a rock star, to helping shape the sound of hard hou... more

This week on Hard House History, Paul Glazby continues his deep dive into the story of Sam Townend, picking up where Part One left off and exploring one of the most turbulent and fascinating periods in modern hard house history. 

From the rise and f... more

In this episode of Hardhouse History, Paul Glazby welcomes back one of the true pioneers of the hard house movement, Baby Doc, for an honest, hilarious and deeply nostalgic conversation about the evolution of underground dance music.

From the early ... more

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James Lawson
Guest on the episode, central to the interview
DJ/Producer
Episode: James Lawson: From Rock Bands to Hard House Royalty
Baby Doc
DJ/producer known for early hard house contributions
Independent artist, collaborations with Mike Van Dyke/Maumian
Episode: Baby Doc: Trade, Vinyl and the Golden Era
Phil Reynolds
DJ, Frantic co-creator
Frantic (promotion)
Episode: Phil Reynolds: The Untold Story of Frantic
Sam Townend
Label manager at Tidy, early promoter/producer involved in Hard House scene
Tidy, Music Factory Entertainment Group (past)
Episode: Sam Townend: How Hard House Changed a Generation
Rachel Auburn
DJ and producer influential in the early hard house scene
Self-described artist in the Hard House scene
Episode: Rachel Auburn: Before Hard House Had a Name
Alf Bamford
Hard House producer and DJ known for Somersault, N2O Found Some Gas, and collaborations with Steve Hill and Paul Maddox
Freelance musician/producer
Episode: Alf Bamford: "Inspirations"
Rich Wakley
A.K.A. Filthy Rich, Rich T; DJ/producer and founder of Spectre
Filthy Rich / Spectre
Episode: Rich Wakley: The Rise, Fall & Return of Filthy Rich
Dexter Jones
DJ and podcast host; central interviewee in this episode
Dexter Jones Podcast
Episode: Dexter Jones: Rave, Addiction & Redemption
Johnny Dangerous
Hard House DJ and host of the episode
Episode: Johnny Dangerous Unfiltered: Vinyl, Warehouse Raves and Tidy

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Paul Glazby
Host of Hard House History

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 39 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
    Spaina month 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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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.
Phil Reynolds: The Untold Story of Frantic
Q: What were some pivotal moments in the club's evolution?
Moving to larger venues like Bagleys, then Camden Palace, and finally taking over major London venues; witnessing the packed venue with lights on at six in the morning reinforced the drive to expand; dealing with the chaotic but formative promotional and security dynamics of the time.
Phil Reynolds: The Untold Story of Frantic
Q: How did Frantic begin and grow from a birthday party to a regular promotion?
It started as a birthday party in Chinatown with three of them DJing, grew to a monthly event due to demand, and gradually moved to bigger venues as interest increased, driven by a loyal, mostly Aussie/Kiwi/South African crowd who connected with the Frantic sound.
Sam Townend: How Hard House Changed a Generation
Q: What were the early challenges and-learning moments when starting the Ideal Weekender?
Townend recounts starting Ideal Weekender from scratch, funding it with passion rather than corporate backing, the financial losses of the first event, and how it led to a reinvigoration of the Tidy brand by reuniting with the Tidy team for the second event, ultimately helping to renew interest in Weekenders.
Sam Townend: How Hard House Changed a Generation
Q: How did Sam Townend first get into the Hard House scene and how did that lead to a role at Tidy?
Townend describes growing up in Leeds, being inspired by local clubs and DJs, buying his first records, and eventually entering the scene through Sundissential and then meeting Kieran Gallagher and the Tidy team. His enthusiasm and networking helped him land an interview for a label manager position, after which he gradually took on a more influential role within the company and the brand.

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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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1. James Lawson
2. Baby Doc
3. Phil Reynolds
4. Sam Townend
5. Rachel Auburn
6. Alf Bamford
7. Rich Wakley
8. Dexter Jones

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