Cue Drops

In this episode we talk to Will Kayll, who is influenced by 80s music and the original sound from the The Summer of Love. He always keeps the dance-floor moving and takes inspiration from A Guy Called Gerald, Frankie Knuckles and Kariya, amongst others, and loves to modernise timeless classics while keeping true to the original sound. Last summer saw the second year of The Riddle stage at Wildernss, which is the brainchild of Will and co-curator Jemima Howden, who met when Will played the festival when he was just 17 years old. Billed as a space for young creatives to showcase their talents within a safe environment, they encourages genuine human connection and there is a no-phone policy to inspire people to really live in the moment.* Companion link to Will's Mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-13-will-kayll-mix/Connect with Will KayllInstagram https://www.instagram.com/wkayll/Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/user-190157189Connect with KABBAGEhttps://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/

In this episode we're joined by DJ Ben the Bee (Ben Taylor), who started DJ‐ing in the late 80‘s, at the birth of dance culture, and the emergence of the world music scene. He’s played at clubs, parties and festivals worldwide including Kimberley, GIVE!, Wilderness, Harvest, Desert Heart, Womad, Glastonbury, Burning Man, Mucky Weekender and Bestival, as well as many gigs overseas including in Ibiza, across Africa and Southeast Asia. Ben is also the artistic director of events production company House of Honey, which creates intimate events and boutique festivals like GIVE! Festival and club nights throughout the yearly calendar.* Companion link to Ben's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-12-ben-the-bee-mix/Connect with Ben the BeeHouse of Honey https://houseofhoney.org/HoH Media Player https://houseofhoney.org/mediaplay/superg23thebeeMixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/benthebee/Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/benthebeehttps://www.instagram.com/benthebee100/https://www.instagram.com/givehouseofhoney/Connect with KABBAGEhttps://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/

Yukari, a Tokyo-born, London-based DJ, is fierce behind the decks, and blends globally inspired sounds — from driving dark techno to uplifting, melodic moments — creating sets that move both hearts, and feet. From iconic spaces like About Blank and Matrix Club in Berlin, to ZERO Tokyo, and London’s House of KOKO and Union Club, Yukari brings joy, vitality, and an unmistakable presence to every performance.​As the co-founder of Longevity Rave with fellow DJ Tina Technotic, Yukari is an advocate for music and movement as essential ingredients for a longer, happier life.* Companion link to Yukari's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep11-yukari-mix/

Meet Bill Brewster, DJ, writer and music historian. Author, selector and dance-music historian, Bill brings wisdom, wit and warehouse memories to Cue Drops.As co-author of ‘Last Night a DJ Saved My Life’, and 'How to DJ Properly’, his stories trace decades of club culture through the lens of experience and love for the craft.Bill’s reflections are part history lesson, part masterclass, bridging the roots of DJ culture with the energy and pulse of its present scene.* Companion link to Bill's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-10-bill-brewster-mix/

Jack Leonard’s Cue Drops captures the spirit of DJs raised on Britpop and shaped by big beat and electronic influences. It’s a deep-dive into what it means to find your sound and make each set personal and unique.Incorporating tracks he’s written with guest collaborators, including James Lavelle and Unkle, and Cheapcuts (which he formed with Jonny Harris), and their new single, Lately with Benjamin Francis Leftwich, expect reflections on track selection, crowd flow, and the art of staying authentic behind the decks.* Companion link to Jack's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-9-jack-leonard-mix/

Lewie’s Cue Drops story dives into the deep hours of London’s club circuit, and 5–6am sets where gospel-tinged techno meets hypnotic house. From Egg London to Ibiza, his selections build tension and release with cinematic precision.With heroes like Bicep, Floorplan and Dubfire shaping his palette, Lewie talks loop mixing, late-night resilience and the soulful energy that fuels his sound. A set-builder’s story, in equal parts grit, groove and grace.* Companion link to Lewie's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-8-lewie-mix/

British-Iraqi DJ Luma blends UK bass, garage and SWANA influences in a Cue Drops episode bursting with cultural pride and club energy. From Glastonbury’s Shangri-La to Boiler Room and Fabric, Luma’s sets bridge worlds through Arab pop edits, drill beats and fearless energy.Luma shares stories of discovering ‘Body Groove’ at 16, championing representation through Habibti Nation, and turning mishaps into milestones. A celebration of identity, sound and the future-facing DJs shaping London’s underground.* Companion link to Luma's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-7-luma-mix/

From Soho House residencies to Pike’s Ibiza, George Plant’s Cue Drops captures the evolution of a DJ who lives for connection. Rooted in deep house and Balearic warmth, his sets blend emotional storytelling with effortless groove.George opens up about his first overseas gigs, euphoric moments sparked by Lovebirds’ ‘Want You In My Soul’, and the crowd unity that defines his approach. With a sold-out debut release and more on the way, this is an artist tuned perfectly to the pulse of house music’s heart.* Companion link to George's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-6-george-plant-mix/