The DJ Sessions
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
TDJS is also getting requests from some of the top electronic publications for interviews with articles already in 1001Tracklists, We Rave You Magnetic Mag, EDM Maniac, and DJ Mag Mexico.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience of over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,600 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: BT, Youngr, Sevenn, Miri Ben-Ari, Hausman, Party Shirt, Jerry Davila, Superstar DJ Keoki, Martin Eyerer, Ayokay, Shlomi Aber, Plastik Funk, Robert Babicz, Elohim, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Alex Bau, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Bingo Players, Coke Beats, MiMosa, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Saint Kidyaki, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Sebastian Bronk, Patricia Baloge, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Mizeyesis, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, Khag3, DJs From Mars, GAWP, Somna, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Dyro, Andy Caldwell, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. In addition to that added an “Music” section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages. TDJS also has a mobile app (Apple/Android) and a VR Nightclub (Called "Beta" in VR Chat).
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Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Summary
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Milan-based singer and songwriter Erika Grapes opens up about her artistic journey, the meaning behind her stage name, and the evolution of her music. She explains how “Grapes” began as a playful nickname on music forums and eventually became her professional identity, representing the colorful and eclectic nature of her artistry.
Her latest single, a cover of Love is a Bitch by Two Feet, reflects both personal heartbreak and artistic transformation. Originally drawn to its sensual and bluesy vibe, Erika reimagined the track with an industrial edge inspired by Nine Inch Nails, blending cabaret-style rhythms with electronic textures. She recalls how recording the vocals became a cathartic release, channeling raw emotion into a bold new interpretation.
The conversation turns deeply personal as Erika shares the trauma that once drove her away from live performance and the healing process that helped her return to the stage. Collaborating with producer Eugene gave her the confidence to perform again, and she highlights the role of therapy, poetry, and self-expression in overcoming fear. Her lyric visualizer for Love is a Bitch emerged from improvised photography in an abandoned mill, showing her resourcefulness and creative vision.
Looking ahead, Erika teases upcoming projects including a dream pop original with producer Veronica Hall and a cover of Choking Outlines by Ren. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, embracing eclecticism across genres, and letting inspiration arrive naturally rather than forcing it. With influences ranging from Fiona Apple to Nick Cave, Erika continues to craft music that balances vulnerability, experimentation, and resilience.
Topics
0:38 - The origin and meaning behind the name Erika Grapes5:21 - Covering Love is a Bitch and transforming its style8:56 - Meeting Eugene and building a creative partnership10:07 - Returning to live performance after personal trauma13:47 - The role of therapy and poetry in healing16:01 - Ego, validation, and the pitfalls of fame20:07 - Creating the lyric visualizer with improvised photography24:06 - Upcoming singles and collaborations with Veronica Hall31:52 - Choosing songs that hold deep personal meaning38:29 - Stage presence, dissociation, and hypnotic live energy
Discover Erika Grapes’ music and upcoming releases at Linktree.Follow Erika on Instagram @erikagrapes for updates and behind-the-scenes content.Check out producer Eugene’s work at eugeneofficial.com.Explore more exclusive interviews, live sessions, and music features at thedjsessions.com.
About Erika Grapes -
Erika Grapes (Erika Conti) is an Italian-Hungarian singer-songwriter whose work blends dream pop, electro-pop, and alternative pop. Born in Lovere, on Lake Iseo, and raised near Milan, she began her musical path performing in London with the band Bungalow Purple before moving into solo projects that explore a more cinematic and introspective sound.
Her music often merges nostalgic textures with modern electronic elements, shaped by influences ranging from Billie Holiday and Nina Simone to The Cure, Fiona Apple, and Lana Del Rey. Known for her ethereal voice and atmospheric arrangements, she has released both original tracks and distinctive reinterpretations of cult songs, including Mazzy Star’s “Into Dust”, Nick Cave’s “Red Right Hand”, and The Doors’ “People Are Strange.”
In 2024, her single “Once Upon an Ordinary” — co-written with Felix Subway and produced by Lorenzo Montanà — passed the first round of consideration at the Grammy Awards in the Best Alternative Performance category. Later that year, she released “Take My Heaven,” a new wave-inspired collaboration with Vincenzo of Way To Blue.
Her most recent project is a collaboration with electronic music artist Eugene (Eugenio Valente) on the single “Love is a Bitch” (2025), a reinterpretation of the Two Feet track accompanied by a lyric visualizer. The project highlights her continued interest in cross-genre collaborations and her exploration of darker, emotionally charged themes.
Active on platforms such as Bandcamp, Spotify, and Instagram, Erika describes her sound as “Indie Chill Dark Dream Pop with dashes of Fierce and Fatale.” Her work reflects recurring themes of vulnerability, resilience, and transformation, situating her among the emerging voices of the European indie and alternative scene.
Social media: linktr.ee/erikagrapes
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, Felix Sama, Jens Lissat, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Summary
Leandro Da Silva shares his journey as a globally recognized DJ and producer, blending his Brazilian roots with his Italian upbringing to create a distinct sound full of groove, energy, and Latin flavor. From his base in Rome, Leandro dives into recent releases like Magdalena and Saquarema, the latter inspired by his childhood memories and cultural heritage. His eclectic background continues to shape his evolving artistry, infusing authenticity into both his productions and performances.
The conversation contrasts major industry gatherings such as ADE and Sonar, with Leandro praising Barcelona’s unique party culture for fostering organic experiences. He discusses his collaborations with MN2S and the growth of Black Lizard Records, which celebrates its 10-year anniversary as a platform dedicated to nurturing new talent. For Leandro, success is measured less by rankings and accolades, and more by consistency, connection, and passion.
Health and balance are recurring themes, as he describes how fitness, sports, and family life help him stay grounded while managing the demands of touring and studio work. Looking ahead, Leandro shares his excitement for his first U.S. tour, with shows in Miami, New York, and Phoenix, marking another milestone in his expanding global reach.
Leandro’s reflections reveal a grounded artist with a relentless drive for growth and a deep appreciation for community. His story offers inspiration for emerging producers, showing that persistence, authenticity, and adaptability remain at the heart of long-term success in the electronic music industry.
Topics
0:30 - New releases Magdalena and Saquarema and their inspirations2:40 - Growing up between Brazil and Italy and its cultural impact4:50 - Comparing ADE and Sonar and their unique atmospheres7:20 - Collaborations with MN2S and the importance of partnerships10:15 - Defining his sound as groove, Latin, and energy-driven15:25 - Staying healthy and fit while balancing long studio hours17:43 - Views on personal success versus industry recognition30:27 - Celebrating 10 years of Black Lizard Records and supporting new talent36:41 - Preparing for his first U.S. tour and global expansion46:02 - Thoughts on cell phones in clubs and preserving live experiences
Connect with Leandro Da Silva
Website: leandrodasilva.com
Instagram: @leandrodasilva
TikTok: @leandrodasilvadj
SoundCloud: Leandro Da Silva
Weekly Radio Show: Insomniac Radio
About Leandro Da Silva -
Brazilian soul, Italian style. Leandro Da Silva is a DJ and producer who turns Latin heat into precision house grooves. Raised between Rio and Rome, his catalog has passed 100 million streams, with official remixes for David Guetta & Sia, Demi Lovato, Clean Bandit, Sofi Tukker, LP, Nikki Vianna, and Oliver Heldens.
He’s been in DJ Mag’s Top 150 for three years running and in the 1001Tracklists Top 101 Producers for six consecutive years, peaking at No. 9 in 2020. He also helms Black Lizard Records, a trusted home for cutting edge tech house.
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, Felix Sama, Jens Lissat, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Summary
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Djuma Soundsystem, also known as Mikkas, joins from Copenhagen to share insights into his career, creative process, and philosophies on music and life. He describes his style as deep, tribal, and organic, shaped by influences from folkloric sounds across Africa, Latin America, India, and East Asia. His label, Iseki, emerged from a global party concept that grew into a full imprint during the pandemic, carrying forward the ethos of community, rhythm, and connection.
Mikkas reflects on production as a slow, detail-oriented process where he invents the wheel every time. Preferring collaboration, he emphasizes music’s social nature in contrast to the loneliness of touring. His modest bedroom studio setup shows that inspiration, not expensive gear, drives creativity. He acknowledges the challenges of staying healthy on the road, leaning on meditation, conscious eating, and psychotherapy training to manage dopamine spikes between highs on stage and quiet airport moments.
The conversation dives into modern club culture and technology, including his critiques of social media pressures and phone use on the dancefloor. He notes how DJs have shifted from hidden figures in booths to performers treated like superstars, sometimes at the expense of the music itself. For him, authenticity and connection are central, whether in intimate clubs or on global festival stages.
Mikkas also shares stories about hearing his music used in a wedding ceremony, curating Ibiza Live Radio shows, and supporting emerging artists like Native P through his label. He believes success comes from creating unique sounds that reflect personal moods rather than chasing trends, urging young producers to embrace imperfection and learn from mistakes. Beyond music, he seeks balance through nature retreats, Buddhism, and lifelong learning.
Topics
0:24 - Describing his music as deep, tribal, and organic2:00 - Collaborations and inspiration behind the track Yoruba2:58 - Origins of Iseki as a party concept and community5:19 - Meaning of Iseki and drawing from folkloric traditions6:17 - Studio setup, production style, and working mostly in the box8:33 - Slow production process and value of collaboration11:18 - Managing health, wellness, and dopamine spikes on tour17:00 - Social media pressures versus artistic happiness19:10 - Phones on the dancefloor and the loss of focus on music28:22 - Supporting emerging artists and shaping unique sounds
Follow Djuma Soundsystem on Instagram @djumastudio for tour updates and new releases.Discover the Iseki label and events at Iseki Global.Stream Djuma’s music and guest mixes on Ibiza Live Radio.
About Djuma Soundsystem -
Djuma Soundsystem is the moniker of Norwegian DJ and producer Mikkas.
He's known as one of the pioneers of Afro House, and the creator behind the modern classic "Les Djinns". With a career spanning over three decades, he's released music on esteemed labels like Get Physical Music, Stil vor Talent, Sol Selectas, Crosstown Rebels, and of course his own imprint; IZIKI Records.
Sleep isn’t really on Djuma's schedule. In addition to managing his label, he hosts the Iziki radio show on Ibiza Live Radio and has been consistently touring since his breakthrough at the turn of the century.
A true pioneer, Djuma championed the underground tribal afro sound long before it gained mainstream traction. And he’s not slowing down—constantly evolving, always exploring new sonic territory.
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, Felix Sama, Jens Lissat, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Summary
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Sergio Matina joins from Milan to share his remarkable journey as a DJ, producer, and radio pioneer. For Sergio, being behind the decks is more than entertainment—it is art. He describes mixing as painting, with tracks as his colors and the crowd as his canvas. His long career has taken him from Italy’s top clubs to radio shows syndicated in 30 countries, including his celebrated format TendenziA Sessions.
Reflecting on his beginnings, Sergio recalls buying his first records in the mid-1980s and the life-changing night in Florence when he first encountered house music through Nicky Siano. Determined to understand this new sound, he searched record shops until he built his collection and became one of the earliest house DJs in Italy. His passion for intimate clubs remains, where the energy exchange between DJ and audience defines the experience, contrasting with the spectacle of festivals.
A passionate critic of phone use in clubs, Sergio shares stories of stopping his sets to demand people put their devices away and focus on dancing. For him, the dance floor is sacred—a hedonistic, tribal, and spiritual space that should be lived, not filmed. He sees clubs as vital cultural spaces where music unites people beyond wealth or status.
Sergio also discusses his label TendenziA Records and his new project UTROM, blending house with jazz, soul, and slower BPMs. He emphasizes that promotion, marketing, and gigs remain the lifeblood of a DJ’s career, offering guidance to young producers: humility, passion, and self-awareness. Outside music, he prioritizes health, meditation, and connecting with local cultures when touring, always seeking authenticity in food and community.
Topics
0:06 - Introducing Sergio Matina with translator support1:36 - Viewing DJing as art and comparing it to painting2:56 - Syndicated radio show TendenziA Sessions and global reach5:23 - First record purchases and discovering house music in Florence9:19 - Preference for intimate clubs over large festivals11:14 - Phones on the dance floor and stopping sets to preserve connection14:57 - Critiquing modern nightlife culture and the loss of authentic experiences19:30 - Launching UTROM project blending house, jazz, and soul influences22:16 - Importance of promotion, marketing, and gigs for artists28:12 - Advice for young DJs: humility, passion, and understanding limits
Call to Action
Explore Sergio Matina’s music and projects at sergiomatina.com.Follow him on Instagram and Facebook for updates: @sergiomatina.Discover more exclusive interviews and sessions at thedjsessions.com.
About Sergio Matina -
Artistically born in the late 80’s, this Musical Mediterranean Maestro (definition given to him by his friend Victor Simonelli) is a professional of the sector that conceives his own job as real art.
In fact as a painter, he uses the Turntables / CDJs like a brush, his Vinyls / CDs as color's and the dance floor as a canvas where to paint his own musical sonorous picture.
Besides, he has his professional artistic way to conceive his own function inside the Clubs, Sergio uses the universal language of the Music as a mean of mental connection with his crowd and creates an intense complicity between his Sound and the dance floor.
Sergio combines House, Tech House & Tribal creating a personal musical mixing style that he himself has recalled HouseCrack.
During his career he played in many countries of the world as United States, England, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Brazil, Russia, Sweden, France, Switzerland, Greece, Malta, Romania, Poland, Slovak, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Egypt, Tunisia and many more.
In the last period Sergio has been present in events like: Miami Music Week (Miami) St. Moritz Music Summit (St. Moritz), Baccanali (Ibiza), ADE (Amsterdam), CASA SANREMO “The Club” (Sanremo), SONORIKA (Milan / Naples), SHADE Music Festival “F&B Area” (Bergamo), La Notte Rosa (Rimini) and many more…
He has worked for 4 years (from 2002 to 2004) with RIN – Radio Italia Network (Italian Dance Radio) for the radio shows “Mastermix, Meganight & Dangerous Network “.
He has worked for 9 years (from 2004 to 2012) with m2o / musica allo stato puro (Italian Dance Radio) for the radio shows “Club Wave, Stardust Weekend, In Da House & UMC “Underground Music Club”.
Now, his Radio Show called TendenziA Session is broadcast in Radio Syndication in more than 50 radios around the world.
During his career he has been Italian DJ Testimonial & endorser of: Red Bull, Focusrite & Grisby Music.
In 2007 he founded and runs the TendenziA Records, the label that now manages to establish itself in international “Dance Oriented” discographic business.
His records & remixes have been released in labels such as: Universal Records, Tommy Boy Records, Ministry Of Sound Records, Armada Music, Kult Records, Pornostar Records, Juicy Music, Whore House Records, Play Records, Tiger Records, Purple Music Records, Good For You Records, Jango Music, Jango Deep, 418 Music, Fine-Tune Records, Ambassade Records, We Play Records, Kontor Records, Hotfingers Records, Tazmania Records, Electroscene Records, Stoney Boy Music, West End Records, Superstar Records, Weekendance Records, Kingdom Kome Cuts Records, Ppmusic Records, Highlimit Records, Houseworks Records, Blanco Y Negro Records, Radikal Records, Housesession Records, Sume Records, S2G Records, Emotive Sound Records, Versuz Essentials Records, Rezonation Music, Xelon Records, Velcro Records, Vamos Records, Ibiza World Records, Neurotic Groove Records, No2 Records, Supermarket Records, Uranobeat Records, Just Entertainment Records, Ego Music, Time Records, Ocean Trax Records, D:Vision Records, Net’s Work Records, Melodica Records, Dance And Love Records, TendenziA Records, Miniaturesrec Records, Forever Young Records, X-Energy Records, Absolutely Records, A-Gain Records, Stellar Records, Acid 80 Records and many more…
Among his latest productions we can not mention Disco Fever / Groove Inn (PornoStar Records) and It’s All About House Music (Juicy Traxx / Armada Music) who recently climbed the House Top 100 Charts of Beatport and TrackItDown.
Sergio worked & remixed names such as: Tara Mcdonald, Ultra Natè, Martha Wash, Joy Malcolm, Ce Ce Rogers, Black Box, Cozi, Hazel Fernandez, Federal Hill Feat. Karen Daughtry, Adam Clay, Sandy B, Danzel, 2 In A Room, Jennifer Holliday, The Bitch Hotel, Manuel Riva Feat. Eneli, Luis Radio Feat. Sabrina Johnston, The Bello Boys & Dan Donica Feat. Seri, The Sloppy 5th’s, Kc Anderson & Thacher, Sara Parker, Salt Ashes, Tony Moran, Jenevieve X, Sabrina Gardner, Cazwell, Carol Jiani, Arkoss, Stonebridge & Caroline D’amore, Grower & Corey Andrew, Mike Traxx & Alan Junior, Friscia & Lamboy, Matty Menck & Terri B!, Syke’n’sugarstarr & Alexandra Prince, Sharon May Linn, Funky Junction & Splashfunk, Heather Leigh West, Dj Dove, Luvndreams, Darrell Martin, The Specimen, I Like It Electric, Omar Labastida & Gianni Ruocco, Gambafreaks, The Bitch Hotel, Dhany, Jack Floyd, Outwork Feat. Helena, Henry John Morgan & Provenzano Dj, Casino Royale, Paola & Chiara and many more…
During his career he has been often present in world’s most important charts (Billboard, Music Week, MTV Dance Charts, iTunes Dance Charts, Deutsche Dance Charts, Trend Charts, Beatport, Traxsource, TrackItDown, Le Buzz Chart, Dj Mag, Norwegian Dance Chart, Swiss Dance Charts, Italian Dj Chart, DiscoMix, DiscoID and many more…) with his personal tracks and remixes.
His records & remixes are constantly supported & played by DJs such as: Mark Knight, Solomun, Chuckie, Dave Seaman, Lil Loius, Paco Osuna, Eddie Amador, Antoine Clamaran, Stonebridge, Graeme Park, Dave Pearce, Joachim Garraud, Thomas Stephan, David Vendetta, Daddy’s Groove, Danny Verde, JP Candela, Dj PP, Dj Roster, Georgie Porgie, Nico De Ceglia, Scumfrog, The Cube Guys, Eddie Cumana, Syke’n’sugarstarr, Phunk Investigation, JJ Romero, Steve ‘Butch’ Jones, Deepgroove, Funky Junction, Tune Brothers, Rio De La Duna, Chris Montana, Thomas Gold, Eric Entrena, Austin Leeds, Johnny Vicious, Ivano Bellini, Flash Brothers, Brandon Block, Graham Gold, Jim ‘Shaft’ Ryan, Robert Owens, Moussa Clarke, Lenny Fontana, Dj Dove, Dj Disciple, Ed Gusto, Gambafreaks, Luca Debonaire, Black Legend Project, Francesco Farfa, Dirty Channels, Italo Bros, Alia & Gallo, Ja:Ck, Nello Simioli, Frankie P, Angelo Ferreri, Gabry Venus, Paggi & Costanzi, Danilo Seclì and many more…
Official Web Site: https://www.sergiomatina.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sergiomatinadj
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sergiomatina
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/sergiomatina
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/artist/sergio-matina/16587
Traxsource: https://www.traxsource.com/artist/17099/sergio-matina
Resident Advisor: https://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/sergiomatina
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, Felix Sama, Jens Lissat, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Jens Lissat joins from Cologne to reflect on his 45-year journey through dance music, from discovering disco in the late 1970s to managing more than 60 labels today. He recalls his first experiences seeing DJs mix in Hamburg, cutting his own slipmats from T-shirts, and teaching himself beatmatching long before BPM counters or tutorials existed. His early experiments with tape edits and bootlegs led to official remixes in the 1980s and eventually producing one of Germany’s first house records, laying the foundation for his enduring career.
Jens discusses his evolution from hardware-heavy studios to streamlined software setups, explaining how production times have shrunk while the industry’s pace has accelerated. While he no longer focuses on touring, he continues to produce techno tracks and runs labels spanning genres from house and tech house to new disco and Afro house. For him, success today comes from adaptation, curation, and helping younger artists rise through his network of imprints.
The conversation explores Beatport’s dominance in the digital marketplace and the potential of streaming to eventually replace downloads, though he believes both will coexist for years. Jens also shares insights on edits, the culture of short tracks, and how DJs are increasingly focused on two- to three-minute transitions that reflect modern audience attention spans.
Finally, the discussion turns to AI in music production, playlist curation, and creative support. Jens views AI as both helpful and inevitable, provided artists maintain the personal and spontaneous energy that keeps live performance authentic. With humor and honesty, he emphasizes health, balance, and curiosity as the keys to sustaining decades in such a fast-moving industry.
Topics
0:20 - Returning from Ibiza and family milestones2:15 - New release “I Am A Pokin” and dedication to Commander Tom6:50 - Discovering disco in 1979 and first DJ inspirations11:30 - Learning beatmatching, BPM counting, and DIY slipmats18:10 - Early edits, bootlegs, and first official remixes in the 1980s25:22 - Producing one of Germany’s first house records in 198733:45 - Transition from hardware to software and modern workflows41:18 - Running over 60 labels and focusing on Afro house and tech house50:29 - Beatport, Traxsource, and the future of downloads vs streaming1:06:45 - AI in music, short-form edits, and staying healthy in the industry
Call to Action
Follow Jens Lissat on Instagram @jenslissat_official for updates on new releases and label projects.Discover his latest tracks and label catalog on Beatport.Explore more exclusive interviews and live sessions at thedjsessions.com.
About Jens Lissat -
For over 30 years now, Jens Lissat is one of the biggest names in the club scene. Insiders gave him the nickname "Godfather Of Techno". His tracks are released on trendbreaking labels like his own, „Monkey League & Studio3000 Records“.
Further on Noir Music, Get Physical, Suara, Toolroom and Stil Vor Talent. The last 15 years he was part of the Duo Lissat & Voltaxx, and they created many House anthems and Remixes.
His discography is very successful, with a lot of charted releases on his Monkey League label in the Top 100 Beatport. Today he is touring the world solo, under his real name "Jens Lissat".
Most of his productions are created for his label "Monkey League". The style is groovy based Tech House and Melodic Techno. His sets are energetic and he often surprises his audience with a Tech-Anthem, creating the spirit of Love, Peace & Unity.
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
About DJ Shufflez -
DJ Shufflez (Matt Slavik) is a Seattle-based DJ who brings electrifying energy to every set, blending driving rhythmic house grooves with unique drops that keep dance floors moving all night. He transforms every room into a high-energy playground.
Known for his seamless transitions and infectious stage presence, Shufflez transforms every room into a high-energy playground, pushing 128 BPM with crisp, pulsing rhythms that hit deep. He crafts unforgettable experiences with every drop, driven by a passion for connecting people through music and movement. If you’re ready to sweat, shuffle, and lose yourself in the beat, DJ Shufflez will take you there.
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Summary
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Ryan Auhl joins host Darran Bruce from Phoenix to talk about his role as a partner at Relentless Beats and the journey from small-scale events to producing over 500 shows annually. Ryan reflects on how he started working with founder Tom Turner in 2010, growing from freelance design work to co-leading one of the largest independent promoters in the United States. What began as a hobby evolved into a full-fledged company producing massive festivals like Gold Rush, Decadence, and Phoenix Lights.
Ryan shares how Relentless Beats operates in multiple markets, partnering with local teams in Albuquerque, Honolulu, and New York while keeping Arizona as the central hub. He highlights the thousands of people it takes to pull off large-scale shows, describing them as “traveling circuses” that come together for just a few hours but require months of planning. For him, success lies in constant questioning, improving processes, and remembering that the industry is ultimately a people business.
The conversation touches on event safety, which Ryan calls a top priority. He outlines how security, medical staff, fire departments, police, and Relentless’ own Rangers collaborate to ensure fans make it home safe. He also addresses ticket prices, explaining that revenue goes directly into paying the artists, crews, and infrastructure that make these productions possible.
From stories of streakers at Phoenix Lights to the debate over cell phone use at concerts, Ryan reflects on the culture surrounding live events. He shares inspiration from artists like Zedd and business leaders who shaped the U.S. dance music boom, while also expressing excitement for new destinations and food adventures with his wife. For Ryan, the most rewarding part is seeing fans connect with music in safe, unforgettable environments.
Topics
0:20 - Moving Gold Rush back to Rawhide and creating immersive Western town vibes 2:30 - Scaling from 50 to 500 events a year with Relentless Beats 4:48 - Partnering with local teams in Albuquerque, Honolulu, and New York 6:06 - Starting by accident after college and growing into the role 8:17 - Motivation to pursue event production and early milestones 12:30 - Best advice received: always ask questions and keep improving 14:29 - Multi-pronged approach to event safety and planning 18:43 - Five essentials for a dream event: talent, site, production, food, transport 27:38 - Meeting inspirations like Zedd, Lee Anderson, and Paul Morris 35:59 - Wild moments like the streaker at Phoenix Lights 2017
Call to Action
Discover upcoming festivals including Gold Rush and Decadence at relentlessbeats.com.Follow Relentless Beats on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @relentlessbeats.
About Ryan Auhl -
As a partner of the Arizona-based promotion company Relentless Beats, Ryan Auhl has built himself into a seasoned operator and live event producer in just over a decade.
While he started out more organically in dance music, building the Relentless Beats brand into one of the Southwest's largest independent promoters and operators, Auhl has aspirations to open the brand and himself to new opportunities across the country.
Having produced thousands of live music events, Auhl has cultivated the team at Relentless Beats, which has introduced dance music to the masses, into a company that has brought the Southwest into the conversation with L.A., New York, Chicago, and more.
About Goldrush Music Festival -
Produced by Relentless Beats, one of the Southwest's most prolific independent promoters, Goldrush Music Festival: the Return to the West is a fully immersive two-day festival taking place at Rawhide Western Town in Chandler, Arizona, September 12 - 13, 2025.
A western-tinged festival concept, Goldrush will welcome electronic dance music prospectors from across the country to discover and experience world-class artists across three stages, including Excision, the global debut of Illenium b2b Zeds Dead, Major Lazer Soundsystem, Crankdat, Disco Lines, Dillon Francis, and over thirty more.
A special pre-show pool party will take place at Gila River Resorts & Casinos on Saturday, September 13, featuring headliner Benny Benassi. Other activations include the 3-channel silent disco at Mission Patio, the Sound Cabin Art Car, the Goldrush 1Up Arcade Stage, and more.
If there is time, Ryan can speak directly to key upcoming events to close out 2025:
Experts Only Festival - https://www.expertsonlyfest.comBody Language - https://bodylanguagefest.comObsidian - https://relentlessbeats.com/events/obsidian-2025-eastlake-park-110725/DUSK music festival - https://duskmusicfestival.comBetter Together - https://wegobettertogether.comDecadence AZ - https://decadencearizona.com
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Felix Sama joins host Darran Bruce from Miami to share his journey from radio personality to full-time producer and entrepreneur. Beginning with early experiments mixing on turntables and tape decks, Felix recalls the thrill of hearing DJs on Miami’s Super Q and creating his first hot mix that landed him a spot at Hot 105. His passion quickly grew into a full-time career in radio, production, and eventually television.
He reflects on milestones like working at Telemundo’s Mundos channel, where he introduced reggaeton stars like Daddy Yankee and Nicky Jam to broader audiences, and creating video mixes before the format was widely recognized. These experiences not only built his reputation but also expanded Latin music’s global reach. Felix highlights how media visibility helped transition him from local recognition to international stages.
The conversation explores his entrepreneurial ventures, including launching a DJ entertainment company, starting Rhythm City DJ School in South Florida, and leading USA Breaking, a nonprofit promoting breakdancing competitions nationwide. For Felix, creating platforms for DJs and dancers has been just as rewarding as performing.
He also introduces his upcoming project, Rockstar Mindset, designed to help artists and professionals tap into their inner confidence through coaching, interviews, and think tanks. Felix emphasizes originality and persistence as keys for young DJs, urging them to produce their own music, find their niche, and bring something new to the table.
Beyond music, Felix shares personal passions like racquetball, scuba diving, and family life, balancing ambition with health and discipline. His philosophy on success centers on creating value for others, producing music that inspires, and collaborating with like-minded artists to leave a lasting legacy.
Topics
0:06 - Early career beginnings in Miami radio and Hot 105 1:25 - Inspiration from DJs and first experiments with turntables and tape decks 4:47 - Collecting records from disco to freestyle and early influences 6:35 - The digital era, music pools, and the art of track selection 12:17 - Telemundo, Mundos, and pioneering reggaeton exposure 15:47 - Founding Rhythm City DJ School and building a DJ company 17:28 - Leading USA Breaking and promoting national breakdance competitions 26:39 - Defining success through creating value and meaningful music 32:05 - Launching Rockstar Mindset to inspire artists and professionals 54:28 - Racquetball, scuba diving, and balancing music with personal life
About Felix Sama -
Felix “DJ Sama” Sama has spent decades behind the turntables, on the airwaves, and on global stages — building a career that blends music, culture, and inspiration. From breaking ground in Miami radio to helping launch reggaeton into the mainstream, Felix knows what it takes to stand out, command attention, and own your presence.
But music was only the beginning. Today, Felix is more than a DJ and producer — he’s a Greatness Coach. Through the Rockstar FAM, his mission is to help high performers, creatives, and professionals step into their true power, build unshakable confidence, and live life at full volume.
As a producer, Felix is reinventing the classics — transforming freestyle into cutting-edge electro breaks and EDM tracks — while continuing to push boundaries with fresh house and dance productions. He works with legends and new talent alike, proving that timeless sounds can be reborn for today’s global stages.
At his core, Felix is a husband, father, and proud grandfather to little Jackson — a reminder that family, legacy, and impact matter most. His vision is simple: empower people to live boldly, perform at their highest level, and create a life that feels as epic as a festival stage.
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, The Midnight, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ's, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Thaylo, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O'Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
In this Virtual Sessions episode, Tim and Tyler of The Midnight join host Darran Bruce to discuss their new album Syndicate, the evolution of their sound, and the balance of creativity and touring. The duo reveal how the project was inspired by the 1993 video game of the same name, pulling aesthetic cues from cyberpunk and neo-noir worlds while shaping it into a 17-track journey that meditates on loss, growth, and the future.
They reflect on their bi-coastal workflow, with Tim in the Pacific Northwest and Tyler in Atlanta, often collaborating online and then meeting in studios for focused bursts of creativity. The conversation explores how The Midnight blend synth-driven production with classic American songwriting, which they describe as “rock and roll with synthesizers.” They emphasize that gear matters less than workflow, encouraging artists to find tools that keep them inspired.
The discussion dives into their songwriting philosophy, with Tyler describing music as a deeply human behavior comparable to gardening or cave painting. Both note that persistence, curiosity, and joy in the process are more valuable than chasing trends. They share quirky stories, from roller skating in malls to hearing their music in unexpected places like construction sites.
The Midnight also touch on live performance, touring challenges, and stage production dreams. From jokes about “Predator on Betamax” in their riders to aspirations of scoring films like Heat or Miami Vice, they balance humor with honesty about the pressures of delivering night after night. With Syndicate set for release and a European tour ahead, The Midnight continue to fuse nostalgia, storytelling, and forward-thinking creativity.
Topics
0:06 - Introductions and shoutouts from Twitch stream 2:39 - New album Syndicate and its inspirations 3:56 - Origins of the Syndicate concept from a 1993 video game 5:13 - Exploring future themes and cyberpunk influences 6:27 - Mall culture, roller skating, and arcade memories 7:30 - Bi-coastal collaboration between Portland and Atlanta 8:35 - Defining their sound as rock and roll with synthesizers 9:55 - Gear philosophy and finding creative workflows 12:12 - Songwriting advice and confidence in expression 15:18 - Early motivations and persistence through rejection 18:24 - Producing what you love instead of chasing trends 19:09 - Hearing their music in unusual places 21:00 - Thoughts on Stranger Things and Atlanta as a filming hub 23:55 - Favorite tracks and creative breakthroughs 26:37 - Fan expectations and the role of saxophone in their sound 28:56 - Health, fitness, and balancing touring life 34:01 - Technology wishes for live remixing and stage innovation 37:31 - Film scoring opportunities with directors like Joseph Kaczynski 42:28 - Upcoming European tour and excitement for new dates 48:32 - Unique tour rider requests like Predator on Betamax 51:06 - Stage production, lighting, and dream setups 53:40 - Video games, VR, and future collaborations 55:19 - Personal hobbies including gardening and interior design 57:18 - Thoughts on rescores and Tron discussions 58:41 - Album release, streaming, and Twitch announcements
Call to Action
Follow The Midnight at themidnightofficial.com for music, tour updates, and news. Connect with them on Instagram @themidnightofficial. Stream their upcoming album Syndicate on all major platforms and catch their live shows across Europe this fall.
About The Midnight -
Some songs have the strength to turn every human into a hero, with lyrics so bright-eyed and melodies so universal they lift a crowd of sweaty clubbers into a stadium’s worth of energy.
These are songs about togetherness and trials won by love, and these are the kind of songs The Midnight delivers on its fourth studio album Heroes; the final chapter in a trilogy of human life that started with 2018’s Kids and culminates in an international tour that sees the duo transformed into an electrifying five-piece band.
From its synth-heavy beginnings to arena rock chords and infectious pop hooks, The Midnight’s musical journey is one fueled by insatiable curiosity. The duo lives at the intersection of varying paths, driven by the frictional spark that fires when Southern-born singer-songwriter Tyler Lyle melts his all-American dreamer tales with Danish-bred drummer and producer Tim McEwan’s cinematic soundscapes.
Together, they form something deeper than just house, vibier than pop, and altogether more exciting than the sum of its parts.
Through the years, the band’s sound and presentation continues to evolve, as influenced by the live performance and connection with the audience as by the internal need to grow.
After nearly a decade of work, the duo will hit new heights on stage, growing from 500-capacity clubs in 2019 to selling out London’s 5,300-person Eventim Apollo and similar venues in 2023, plus major festivals like Outside Lands in San Francisco, CA, Bonnaroo in Manchester, TN, Austin City Limits in Austin, TX and Music Midtown in Atlanta, GA. To fill all that space, The Midnight expands its lineup with three live musicians; Lelia Broussard on bass, Royce Whittaker on guitar, and Justin Klunk on saxophone and synth.
The band’s vivid sound is well-suited to full rock instrumentation, and the five-piece is more than ready to unleash the exalted tracks of the new album for crowds of fans around the world, performing them with all the participatory spirit for which they was written—because in the end, the real Heroes are and always have been you.
Their upcoming record on Ultra Records, “Syndicate” is out October 3, 2025.
Website and socials:
Website: themidnightofficial.comYouTube: found.ee/TheMidnight-YoutubeInstagram: instagram.com/themidnightofficialTikTok: tiktok.com/@themidnightofficialFacebook: facebook.com/TheMidnightOfficialTwitter: https://x.com/TheMidnightLA
About The DJ Sessions -
“The DJ Sessions” is a Twitch/Mixcloud "Featured Partner” live streaming/podcast series featuring electronic music DJ’s/Producers via live mixes/interviews and streamed/distributed to a global audience. TheDJSessions.com
The series constantly places in the “Top Ten” on Twitch Music and the “Top Five” in the “Electronic Music", “DJ", "Dance Music" categories. TDJS is rated in the Top 0.11% of live streaming shows on Twitch out of millions of live streamers.
"The DJ Sessions" is listed in the Feedspot directory as one of the Top 60 EDM Podcasts.
It has also been recognized by Apple twice as a "New and Noteworthy” podcast and featured three times in the Apple Music Store video podcast section. UStream and Livestream have also listed the series as a "Featured" stream on their platforms since its inception.
The series is also streamed live to multiple other platforms and hosted on several podcast sites. It has a combined live streaming/podcast audience is over 125,000 viewers per week.
With over 2,700 episodes produced over the last 16 years "The DJ Sessions" has featured international artists such as: Matt Staffanina, BT, Plastik Funk, Redman, Youngr, Dr. Fresch, Ferry Corsten, Robert Owens, Darude, Herbert Holler, Meecah, YORK, Martin Jensen, Sevenn, Amber D, Joey Riot, Drove, Martin Trevy, Thomas Datt, Siryuz & Smoky, Simon Shackleton, SurfingDJ’s, Jacob Henry, Rïa Mehta, Vintage & Morrelli, Joachim Garraud, Mizeyesis, Drop Out Orchestra, Dave Lambert, Tom Wax, Kenn Colt, Nathassia aka Goddess is a DJ, Joni Ljungqvist, mAdcAt, Wuki, DiscoKitty, Handshake in Space, Moon Beats, Barnacle Boi, IAMDRAKE, Spag Heddy, Scott Slyter, Simply City, Rob Gee, Micke, Jerry Davila, SpeakerHoney, Sickotoy, Teenage Mutants, DJ Mowgli, Wooli, Somna, Gamuel Sori, Curbi, Alex Whalen, Netsky, Rich DietZ, Stylust, Bexxie, Chuwe, Proff, Muzz, Raphaelle, Boris, MJ Cole, Flipside, Ross Harper, DJ S.K.T., Skeeter, Bissen, 2SOON, Kayzo, Sabat, Katie Chonacas, DJ Fabio, Homemade, Hollaphonic, Lady Waks, Dr. Ushuu, Arty/Alpha 9, Miri Ben-Ari, DJ Ruby, DJ Colette, Nima Gorji, Kaspar Tasane, Queen City Hooligan, Andy Caldwell, Party Shirt, Plastik Funk, ENDO, John Tejada, Hoss, Alejandro, DJ Sash U, Arkley, Bee Bee, Cozmic Cat, Superstar DJ Keoki, Crystal Waters, Swedish Egil, Martin Eyerer, Dezarate, Maddy O’Neal, Sonic Union, Lea Luna, Belle Humble, Marc Marzenit, Ricky Disco, AthenaLuv, Maximillian, Saeed Younan, Inkfish, Kidd Mike, Magitman, Michael Anthony, They Kiss, Downupright, Harry “the Bigdog” Jamison, DJ Tiger, DJ Aleksandra, 22Bullets, Carlo Astuti, Mr Jammer, Kevin Krissen, Amir Sharara, Coke Beats, Danny Darko, DJ Platurn, Tyler Stone, Chris Coco, Purple Fly, Slantooth, Dan Marciano, Johan Blende, Amber Long, Robot Koch, Robert Babicz, KHAG3, Elohim, Hausman, Jaxx & Vega, Yves V, Ayokay, Leandro Da Silva, The Space Brothers, Jarod Glawe, Jens Lissat, Lotus, Beard-o-Bees, Luke the Knife, Alex Bau, Arroyo Low, Camo & Crooked, ANG, Amon Tobin, Voicians, Florian Kruse, Dave Summit, Bingo Players, MiMOSA, Drasen, Yves LaRock, Ray Okpara, Lindsey Stirling, Mako, Distinct, Still Life, Saint Kidyaki, Brothers, Heiko Laux, Retroid, Piem, Tocadisco, Nakadia, Protoculture, Sebastian Bronk, Toronto is Broken, Teddy Cream, Simon Patterson, Morgan Page, Jes, Cut Chemist, The Him, Judge Jules, DubFX, Thievery Corporation, SNBRN, Bjorn Akesson, Alchimyst, Sander Van Dorn, Rudosa, Hollaphonic, DJs From Mars, GAWP, David Morales, Roxanne, JB & Scooba, Spektral, Kissy Sell Out, Massimo Vivona, Moullinex, Futuristic Polar Bears, ManyFew, Joe Stone, Reboot, Truncate, Scotty Boy, Doctor Nieman, Jody Wisternoff, Thousand Fingers, Benny Bennasi, Dance Loud, Christopher Lawrence, Oliver Twizt, Ricardo Torres, Patricia Baloge, Alex Harrington, 4 Strings, Sunshine Jones, Elite Force, Revolvr, Kenneth Thomas, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, Reid Speed, TyDi, Donald Glaude, Jimbo, Ricardo Torres, Hotel Garuda, Bryn Liedl, Rodg, Kems, Mr. Sam, Steve Aoki, Funtcase, Dirtyloud, Marco Bailey, Dirtmonkey, The Crystal Method, Beltek, Darin Epsilon, Kyau & Albert, Kutski, Vaski, Moguai, Blackliquid, Sunny Lax, Matt Darey, and many more.
In addition to featuring international artists TDJS focuses on local talent based on the US West Coast. Hundreds of local DJ’s have been featured on the show along with top industry professionals.
We have recently launched v3.3 our website that now features our current live streams/past episodes in a much more user-friendly mobile/social environment. We have now added an "Music" section, site wide audio player, transcoding, captions, and translation into over 100 languages, There is also mobile app (Apple/Android) and VR Nightclubs (Beta in VR Chat).