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Podcast #16: Jay Cunning Recalls The UK Breakbeat Scene

Never heard of UK breakbeat? You're in for a treat! Or if you have, it's time to reminisce, as I speak to Jay Cunning.

From his first love of hardcore (the “old school rave” scene, not the guitar “hardcore”), Jay Cunning has been involved neck-deep in all things breakbeat in the UK. The breakbeat scene was a phenomenon in itself, and to those who didn’t witness it first-hand, Jay’s stories will in themselves be fascinating.

But this podcast is more than that: Jay talks about how scenes rise and fall, and why; he shares stories of life in radio, both legal and decidedly illegal; and talks about DJing when you’ve got a full-time job.

We cover making DJing work with a partner and family, clubs vs radio, running a DJ school, and many other things Jay’s done and learned in his long career. It’s all in another absorbing episode of Tales from the Dancefloor.

Jay’s links: Website | Podcast | Facebook | Instagram

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Phil Morse: Phil Morse is the founder of Digital DJ Tips. His DJ career has taken him from a 15-year residency in Manchester, England, to the main room at Privilege in Ibiza - the world's biggest club. He is also an award-winning club promoter, and has taught music tech and DJing since 2010. He regularly speaks at DJ seminars and events worldwide.
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