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Jon Sax, Booking Agent and Data Lead for Liaison Artists and Developer for Data Operative, joins the Super Progressive Podcast to give an inside look at the role of Booking Agencies in the current electronic music landscape. This conversation is for any DJ who is trying to better understand how working with a booking agency can help them take the next step in their career. I hope you all enjoy... Let's Go!

We have a VERY special episode of the Super Progressive Podcast today as one of my all-time favorite producers Jody Wisternoff joins us for an in-depth chat about his roots in hip-hop, Way Out West with Nick Warren, and all of his work with Anjunadeep. Then, we are joined by Dave Seaman, Steve Parry, and Graziano Raffa representing the Selador x Sudbeat ADE Event in partnership with Emerge and Progressive Hub. I hope you all enjoy... LET'S GO!

This episode is all about the 30th anniversary of Sasha and John Digweed, where William and David review Northern Exposure and David breaks down Sasha and John Digweed's insane New York gig. In the second half of the interview (26:36), William interviews Barry Jamieson and Jon Sutton of Evolution to discuss their involvement in the Northern Exposure project and other crazy stories.

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UK-based producer and DJ Lloyd Barwood joins the Super Progressive podcast for an in-depth conversation about one of the most exciting rises in the progressive house scene right now. Fresh off landing the number one spot on Beatport with "Nothing Like It Was" [0:11], released on Sasha's Last Night on Earth label, Lloyd opens up about the journey behind the track, how it was written specifically for a set where he handed the decks over to Sasha [1:23], and how it ultimately became one of the most-played tracks in Sasha's sets over the past six months [2:12].

Lloyd shares the inspiring reality that his number one hit was made in his spare bedroom [3:55]. He reflects on the surreal experience of going back to back with his all-time favorite DJ, Sasha, for the very first time [28:53], and describes the unforgettable moment at Balance Croatia 2026 when Hernan Cattaneo walked out of a meet and greet mid-set just to come say hello and raise his hand to the crowd [10:12].

The conversation also dives into the creative advice Sasha gave Lloyd about locking into his signature sound [26:09], the pressures of balancing a full-time day job with a rapidly accelerating music career [14:45], and the tight-knit crew of friends and family who travel with him every step of the way [32:54].

Videographer David Lovas also joins the episode to share behind-the-scenes stories about filming some of the most memorable clips of Lloyd's music being played by the world's top DJs, including a standout continuous clip of Anthony Pappa and Dave Seaman dropping the Lloyd and Medway collaboration at Balance [21:57].

Looking ahead, Lloyd discusses his signing to the Analog agency, upcoming releases on Selador, and his ultimate goal of going full-time as an artist [37:42].

In this episode of the Super Progressive Podcast, hosts SP and David sit down with Melbourne-based DJ and producer Mike Rish fresh off a grueling but rewarding seven-week European tour [1:26]. Mike walks through his journey from playing Nom in Barcelona to the Super Progressive Boat Party at Balance Croatia, Loveland in Amsterdam, and closing out in Manchester with Jamie Stevens [3:48], sharing what it means to go full-time with music and why face-to-face connections in this scene are worth their weight in gold.

The conversation goes deep into Mike's distinctly groove-driven DJ style, a constant, elastic tension that layers tracks and builds dance floors without relying on long breakdowns [12:13], and how years of experience have sharpened his instincts behind the decks [10:04]. He opens up about the influences that shape his sound, from 90s hip-hop vocal samples and Dub Techno to Depeche Mode to Eric Prydz, whose technical mastery and independent spirit Mike credits as a defining inspiration [27:40].

Mike also pulls back the curtain on Tornn Records, his independent label where there are no promo campaigns, no guest lists, and no release schedules forced by outside pressure [42:35]. He explains why the music should speak for itself, why follower counts mean nothing to him when evaluating demos [37:12], and why underground music was never meant to be force-fed to an audience [38:09].

Rounding out the episode, Mike previews an exciting slate of upcoming shows including Sri Lanka, South America, and beyond [53:56], and the gang shares their thoughts on Balance versus ADE and why the progressive scene's tight-knit community -- especially out of Melbourne -- continues to punch far above its weight [49:32].

Meanwhile label bosses GMJ & Matter join the podcast to teach us what Mad Monday is really all about and they share their honest thoughts about Balance Croatia (00:00:00 - 00:29:30). Then David Lovas joins the podcast to discuss seeing Underworld over the weekend while SP gives his review of Simon Vuarambon's Los Angeles gig. Then they dive into their own full Balance Recap (00:29:31 - 01:46:50).

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In Part I of this epic one-on-one interview, Super Progressive sits down with his all-time favorite producer, @bt to discuss his early musical influences, meeting Sasha, and producing Ima.

00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Early Musical Influences
09:22 - Discovering House Music
16:26 - Connecting with Deep Dish
28:12 - Developing a New Sound
32:30 - Meeting Sasha
50:23 - Producing Ima
58:01 - Catalyzing Creativity

Resources:
Another Great BT Interview: https://youtu.be/LUKyst6g8CE?si=y5AV-3062rK567N9
Sasha's Voyage of Ima: https://youtu.be/G5rCEVz0fnc?si=TXAkXXUE9dKv3V3J

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Follow BT: https://www.instagram.com/bt/

The legend returns. Sasha is back on Super Progressive for an honest interview about his legendary Global Underground 009 San Francisco mix compilation.

Sasha has partnered with Amplifyd to auction signature items in his record collection, including the actual acetates he used on this mix compilation, including 'Hale Bopp' 'Anomaly (Calling Your Name) (Albion Mix)', and William Orbit's Remix of Morgan King's 'I'm Free' as well as some details behind why he chose San Francisco and his iconic Twilo Residency with John Digweed.

The Sasha Collection on Amplifyd: https://amplifyd.com/the-sasha-collection

00:00 - Intro
01:07 - Choosing San Francisco
03:43 - Twilo Residency
05:15 - AAHZ & Simons
08:11 - Iconic Photo
10:29 - CD1 Intro
11:55 - Morgan King 'I'm Free' (William Orbit Remix)
15:18 - Libra pres. Taylor 'Anomaly (Calling Your Name)' (Albion Mix)
17:28 - Der Dritte Raum 'Hale Bopp'
19:20 - Oliver Lieb
20:50 - Twilo Residency
24:23 - Logistics of touring USA
25:18 - Quivver
27:23 - San Francisco or Ibiza
29:02 - Different Cuts of Acetates
31:54 - Touring with Acetates
33:31 - Handwritten Notes
36:07 - Conclusion

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YouTube: @theRealDjSasha

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It's finally happened... Sasha joins Super Progressive for an honest interview about his legendary Global Underground 013 Ibiza mix compilation.

Sasha has partnered with Amplifyd to auction signature items in his record collection, including the actual acetates he used on this mix compilation, including 'Fibonacci Sequence' by BT, 'The Bassline Track' by Medway, and 'Stage One' by Space Manoeuvres.

The Sasha Collection on Amplifyd: https://amplifyd.com/the-sasha-collection

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:13 - Choosing Ibiza
06:16 - Rare Acetates
10:32 - Release Schedules in the 90s
13:23 - Producing 'Airdrawndagger'
14:41 - 'My Lexicon' by Sander Kleinenberg
15:43 - Discovering BT
18:28 - 'Fibonacci Sequence'
21:06 - 'Heaven Scent' by Bedrock
22:35 - 'Xpander'
25:08 - 777 Acetates
26:50 - Transitioning Away From Vinyl

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In this special episode of Super Progressive, we welcome Nick Varon to have a chat about his upcoming 20th anniversary boat party in his home country of Greece. Additionally, we chat about his favorite mix compilations, the most important clubs in the history of the Greek scene, the importance of the resident DJ, how he organizes his music, and much more.

00:00 - Introduction
00:50 - Nick Varon Boat Party
03:23 - Track Selection for Boat Party
06:44 - Origins in Electronic Music
08:59 - Danny Tenaglia GU010 in Athens
10:45 - Greek Clubbing History
13:44 - Greek Producers in the Early 2000s
15:58 - Becoming a DJ
20:39 - The Benefits of Being a Resident DJ
25:43 - The Power of an Opening Set
31:54 - Playing to Different Dancefloors
38:29 - Organizing Music
43:10 - Inspiration

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In this special episode of Super Progressive, I sit down with Paul van Dyk. We chat about the evolution of progressive house and trance, the fluid boundaries between genres in the 90s, and the iconic clubs that shaped the electronic music scene, from his early days in Berlin's underground to his unforgettable residency at New York's Twilo. We also delve into the significance of the Love Parade and the DIY ethos that fueled the scene's growth.

This interview comes just ahead of Paul's new album, ‘This World Is Ours’. This album, due for release on April 11th via his VANDIT Records imprint, is his first studio album in five years.

Follow Paul van Dyk:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulvandyk/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7wU1naftD3lNq7rNsiDvOR?si=o1E2GKgWReCy81axx_6cBg

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In this episode of Super Progressive, we interview Cass Cutbush, a legendary producer in the progressive underground music scene. Cass shares insights into his career, his creative agency "Our Secret Lab," and his return to music production. He discusses the inspiration and process behind his new EP 'Gothmania' and reflects on the evolution of the electronic music scene from the late 90s to today. Cass also recounts memorable moments from his career, including the creation of the iconic track 'Perception' which was included on Sasha's Global Underground 013 Ibiza and his experiences with other influential DJs like Danny Tenaglia. The conversation touches on the changes in music production technology, the importance of passion and dedication in the industry, and the enduring appeal of progressive music.

00:00 - Introduction
00:52 - Our Secret Lab & Gothamania EP
06:33 - The seriousness of progressive music
10:54 - The 90s & 'Perception'
25:43 - The Original Mix of Perception vs the Vocal Mix
33:03 - the current state of Progressive

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This week on Super Progressive we are joined by one of the most legendary producers in progressive underground music history... Quivver!

In this interview, we chat about the origin of Quivver's many aliases, his recent projects with Anujna Explorations, Anjunadeep, and Shen, some stories behind his most famous tracks, and his Balance album with Dave Seaman as well as his upcoming appearance at Balance Festival.

Quivver will be headliner at the Super Progressive Spring Day Party in London on Saturday March 15!

Tickets: https://ra.co/events/2088178

00:00 - Introduction
00:41 - Upcoming Projects
02:52 - Reaching a new generation of clubbers
07:46 - Musical interests besides electronic
08:30 - Super Progressive Day Party
11:08 - The name Quivver
16:35 - Career origins
23:37 - Iconic tracks
30:40 - Balance Compilation with Dave Seaman
34:43 - Production Process and Consistency

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This week we are joined by a true legend as John Creamer stops by the Super Progressive Podcast. In this conversation, we talk about John's legendary collaboration with Stephane K, the stories behind his productions, production equipment and techniques to create his signature sound, his unique approach to remixing with vocals, record store culture, and current projects he's working on.

When I speak to progressive underground clubbers around the world, they often reflect on John Creamer and Stephane K's sound as their favorite ever era in progressive underground history. Hearing the stories behind that sound made this episode extra special.

00:00 - Introduction
03:09 - Current Projects
08:40 - The New York Sound
28:04 - Record Shop Culture
38:10 - Collaboration with Stephane K
44:01 - Production Process
46:32 - Production Equipment
52:35 - The Story of 'I Wish You Were Here'
55:49 - Approach to Remixing
59:10 - Love In Traffic Remix

I believe the best way a DJ/Producer can spend their time is improving their mixes and productions. Unfortunately, Instagram followings play a huge role in earning work in the electronic music scene. This Webinar will teach you specific techniques where you can grow your following while spending less time on Instagram.

8-Week Online Course: Grow Your Instagram Following for DJs and Producers: https://buy.stripe.com/dR63eVdUD48o8SI288

Price: $199 total ($25 per week)

If you found this webinar helpful, consider signing up for the 8-Week Online Course that Super Progressive will be teaching from February 1 - March 16, 2025. Included in this course is the following...

- A new lesson taught by Super Progressive each week. I will teach each weekly lesson multiple times per week in different time windows to accommodate the schedules of every single person who sings up for the class.
- You will be added to the course's private Facebook Group and Discord where you can upload drafts of your content so Super Progressive can review it and provide recommendations for your specific content before you upload it to your channel.
- You will be added to the Super Progressive Engagement Group along with other class members so we can immediately engage with your posted content which will advance its placement in Instagram's algorithm.
- At the beginning of the course, Super Progressive will provide a full review of your account with specific post prompts, recommendations, and templates

If you have any questions, please reach out to william@superprogressive.club

00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Contents
01:28 - About Super Progressive
04:00 - Mission
08:45 - General Info
10:44 - How Instagram's Algorithm Works
18:21 - Setting Up A Professional Account
20:55 - Data
21:45 - Growing Your Audience
38:45 - Time Saving Techniques
47:20 - Collaboration Posts
52:16 - Caption Writing
56:49 - Video Editing
1:07:13 - Summary
1:10:06 - 8 Week Online Course
1:14:35 - Q&A

On this week's episode of the podcast, we welcome the 2024 Super Progressive Rising Star Award Winner... KABI. In 2024, Kabi had releases on Bedrock, Balance, Flown, and Juicebox, including features on two of John Digweed's Bedrock compilations, Live In Stereo and Futuro Remixes.

We discuss Kabi's journey starting from his early days in Buenos Aires, influenced by local legends like Hernan Cattaneo. He talks about his transition from studying psychology to pursuing music, his initial gigs, and the impact of the pandemic on his career and production development. Kabi emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement, patience, and staying true to one's musical identity.

We also cover Kabi's production process, his approach to creating unique sounds, and his experiences with various labels. He advises up-and-coming producers to focus on quality, be patient, and use every project as a learning opportunity. Kabi concludes by expressing his desire to keep evolving and exploring new genres in 2025, staying true to his personal growth and musical journey.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kabi.ar/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5T7NqJBwbKQHEOosAPfuSL?si=ZhZjW8MuR4GeIHuihGfEQA

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In this episode of the Super Progressive podcast, we sit down with the incredibly talented and passionate producer, Hobin Rude. Known for his consistency and quality in the progressive underground scene, Hobin shares his journey from Belgrade, Serbia, to becoming a prolific producer supported by some of the biggest DJs in the world.

Hobin delves into his technical and philosophical approaches to music production, offering invaluable advice for up-and-coming and established producers alike. From his favorite plugins and sound design techniques to the importance of enjoying the creative process, Hobin's insights are sure to inspire and educate.

Whether you're a fan of his music or an aspiring producer looking to learn from one of the best, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration. I really hope you enjoy this episode, and thank you Hobin!

00:00 - Introduction
2:57 - Progressive scene in Belgrade, Serbia
07:17 - Beginning of production journey
10:51 - The Hobin Rude sound
12:07 - Essential Plugins
13:57 - Systems of improvement
17:13 - Production process
23:04 - Remixing
26:31 - Constant improvement
30:27 - Origins in production
34:40 - Favorite producers
36:17 - Future goals
38:02 - Staying inspired
42:15 - Future projects

Actionable Advice:

1. Enjoy the Process: Hobin emphasizes the importance of enjoying the production process and not rushing to achieve immediate success. He advises producers to focus on small improvements and celebrate their progress.

2. Use Available Resources: Hobin encourages new producers to utilize free and paid resources like YouTube tutorials and production schools to improve their skills.

3. Learn by Copying: He suggests analyzing and copying tracks from favorite producers to understand arrangement and sound design better.

4. Balance Originality and Influence: When remixing, Hobin advises maintaining one's unique sound while respecting the original track's essence.

5. Stay Open to Learning: Hobin highlights the importance of continuous learning and staying open to new techniques and ideas in music production.

6. Use Sample Packs Wisely: He recommends using sample packs to speed up workflow and focus on arrangement, advising not to shy away from using pre-made samples.

7. Experiment with Different Genres: To avoid burnout, Hobin suggests experimenting with different genres through ghost production to keep creativity fresh.

Useful Links:

Hobin Rude:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hobinrude
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/artist/hobin-rude/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FgnadCoSYbOHfG3ghKxeS?si=CmyzLCQBSkeC08crwBqjEQ

Super Progressive:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superprogressive/
Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5vo7k99U183tW0lwqsWqQ7?si=c0279f1b7a0e4e50

Sponsor: Balance Croatia Festival. Aug 8 - 11, 2025, Tisno, Croatia
Ticket Link: https://bookings.kaboodle.co.uk/book/23615/ticket

I really feel like the past two months of the Super Progressive podcast have been building up to this interview. This week, GMJ & Matter join the podcast to discuss the upcoming Matter album, releasing on December 20, as well as how they first met, how they work together on their productions, their origins in the Australian electronic scene, Matter's pivotal time in the UK, what makes the Melbourne scene so special, how Proton persuaded them to start their record label Meanwhile, Meanwhile's immediate success, the Meanwhile and Vapour ADE Showcase, and upcoming projects in 2025.

00:00 - Introduction
04:36 - New Matter album
14:27 - Origins of collaboration
18:24 - How the collaboration works
26:11 - Origins in electronic music
34:22 - The Melbourne scene
38:47 - Origins of Meanwhile
45:44 - Meanwhile concept and sound
50:11 - Upcoming projects

Follow GMJ & Matter:
GMJ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gmjlive/
Matter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4tterlive/
Meanwhile Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meanwhile_recordings/
GMJ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2jtEP3ZWQNoXeWQvjF86xU?si=Qi12FZeXTKukYzQ-YFvkPQ
Matter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/477uzVK10OHa3NS2KXbnTh?si=-jYtiOe4TAKXp5hqoNcHGw

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This episode of Super Progressive is sponsored by Balance Croatia Festival, taking place from August 8 - August 11, 2025 at the Garden Resort in Tisno, Croatia. Balance Music will host the biggest lineup of progressive and melodic artists to ever grace Croatia’s stunning location. Expect the scene's legends alongside the next generation of quality acts, including Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Sasha, John Digweed, Guy J and many more.

Balance Croatia Festival Tickets: https://www.balancecroatia.com/

On this week's episode of Super Progressive, we are joined by legendary Australian producer Danny Bonnici. I particularly enjoyed this conversation as I was able to ask Danny about the origins of one of my favorite sound in all of underground music, the progressive breaks sound coming out of Melbourne. Additionally, we chat about his inclusion in Balance Croatia Festival, what makes Phil K such an important artist, what it was like to have international DJs like Sasha and John Digweed spread the Melbourne progressive breaks sound around the world, and the story behind his classic track 'Ride' with Luke Chable.

This conversation was a real privilege to have and I hope you all enjoy!

00:00 - Intro
02:43 - Balance Croatia Festival
08:02 - Mastering, mixing, and production
13:54 - Origins
18:24 - Phil K
22:06 - Production equipment
25:45 - Progressive breaks spreading internationally
30:41 - Australian record labels
33:32 - Progressive breaks ethos
35:22 - The next generation

Follow Danny Bonnici:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannybonnici/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1i7s5uUfbnF1WzBzYbaEnC?si=YdBKb50dRE-YaECmVREJrw
Studio: https://www.liquidmixes.com/

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On this week's episode, we are joined by another Australian rising star in the progressive underground... Karl Pilbrow! Forming a solid production duo with legend Kasey Taylor, Karl has had releases on Sudbeat and Vapour and has been supported by Hernan Cattaneo, with many more projects coming up in 2025. I got the chance to meet and hang out with Karl during ADE, and I found him to be a really nice, positive, chilled out guy who above all else loves progressive underground music and culture. In short, he cares about what truly matters. I hope you enjoy this interview!

00:00 - Intro
02:28 Australian progressive scene
07:35 - Working a full-time job
15:21 - Drum & Bass beginnings and progressive house introduction
18:41 - Strategies for discovering new music
20:10 - Skateboarding
24:42 - Beginning to DJ
27:32 - Developing confidence as a DJ
30:39 - Favorite headphones
31:32 - Preparing music
34:43 - Learning with Kasey Taylor and Jamie Stevens
40:05 - Production tools & resources
45:05 - Releasing music on Sudbeat and Vapour
52:32 - Production routine and finding balance
56:41 Future projects
58:42 - Wildwood podcast series

Follow Karl Pilbrow
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlpilbrow/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6AaY6tG4cHvpqjquDMRasf
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/karl-pilbrow
Wildwood SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/wildwoodpodcastseries

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