House Culture

Riva Starr, born Stefano Miele, isn't just a world-renowned Italian DJ, producer, remixer, and head of Snatch! Records - he's also the mastermind behind the iconic dancefloor anthem "Eat, Sleep, Rave, Repeat," a collaboration with the legendary Fatboy Slim. A true master of reinvention, Riva's sound is always charged with infectious energy, captivating dancefloors around the globe with his unique brand of House music - his influence so far-reaching that Defected Records honoured him with a mix compilation in their exclusive House Masters series. Whether he's remixing classics, releasing dancefloor weapons, or collaborating with fresh talent, Riva is a passionate steward of the scene, fully invested in its success - as he shares with us in this conversation. FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy is a selector, a broadcaster, a DJ and producer that is well known for her deep passion for vinyl and eclectic taste, honed over a remarkable 40 plus year career in radio broadcasting. As the host of the hugely popular Balearic Breakfast Show on Mixcloud, Colleen curates a blissful blend of Balearic beats, guiding listeners on a weekly musical journey of discovery. A close friend of The Loft's David Mancuso, Colleen played at many of these legendary events and was instrumental in taking these parties beyond their New York origins. In our conversation, 'Cosmo' warmly reflects on her friendship with David Mancuso, her extraordinary broadcasting career and the joy she finds in sharing great music with an eager audience.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

Simon Dunmore is famed as the Founder of seminal House music label Defected Records. With a keen ear for good music, Simon's career had already seen him succeed as a DJ and record promoter, however it was his unwavering passion for House music that helped him launch Defected in 1999 and transform the label into a globally recognised brand that has been pivotal in shaping the scene as we know it today. Having moved on from the label in 2022, we caught Simon in a reflective mood, eager to tell us about his journey so far and hint at what exciting plans he might have for the future.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

Steve Bug is a DJ and producer that has been electrifying dancefloors across the world since the early 90s with his signature sound that seamlessly integrates influences from across the entire spectrum of electronic music. A man that has been described by Resident Advisor as the "gentlemen of Techno," Steve is the mastermind behind the hugely influential label Poker Flat Recordings, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. In our conversation, Steve tells us about his humble beginnings in Bremen, his meteoric rise to fame and how he has kept his label at the cutting edge of dance music for a quarter of a century. FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

wAFF is a fearless DJ, producer, and label owner who burst onto the scene in 2012 with his debut "Rainbows" EP released on Hot Creations, and the man has not looked back since. Known for creating the filthiest of beats, wAFF has a reputation for delivering epically long sets that can ignite the dance floors of Burning Man and Ibiza alike. Beyond the decks wAFF is also a dedicated community activist, rolling up his sleeves to contribute to meaningful projects in South America. In our insightful (and often hilarious) chat, we explore his journey from his early days to his rise as a global icon, uncovering the stories behind his beats, his heartfelt community efforts and his mission to redefine immersive clubbing experiences.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

GIDEÖN is a DJ, artist, label owner and activist who is as comfortable behind the decks at some of the world's most underground clubs as he is in a muddy field in Somerset orchestrating NYC Downlow (Glastonbury’s first dedicated queer space). Whilst at university, his involvement with the free party scene led him to buy a 55 seater coach to house his huge sound system and, after stints living onboard said coach and in the US, GIDEÖN now resides in his birthplace of South London where he can often be found digging through his incredible vinyl selection to identify secret weapons to play to passionate crowds either in the club environment or at huge demonstrations that require a discerning soundtrack.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

Terry Farley, Dave Jarvis and Stuart Patterson are the trio behind the hugely influential Faith fanzine and iconic series of parties. In this exclusive episode, celebrating 25 years of Faith, we sat down with these three legends at iD Studios in Hackney for the very first studio recorded episode of the House Culture Podcast (available now on YouTube). Join us as we delve into the origins of Faith from back in 1999, explore the fanzine's evolution, uncover the story behind its revival by Defected and discover the quintessential ingredients that make up a Faith party.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

Ferry Corsten is a titan of the Trance scene, and his tracks and remixes have been the soundtrack for an entire generation of ravers for over a quarter of a century. He exploded onto the scene with his anthemic "Out Of The Blue," igniting a fierce bidding war among top record labels and cementing his status as one of the most sought-after remixers in the industry. An artist who has unwaveringly stayed true to his uplifting sound, Ferry, in our conversation, tells us about building his first studio at a young age, how his huge anthems came together in the studio, his approach to remixing and the exhilarating global tour of his What The F concept.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||

Shadow Child has been blessing us with beats that hark back to a golden age of dance music ever since his 'String Thing' single gained support from Eats Everything and a subsequent release on Dirtybird back in 2012. With Rave era energy infused within all of his productions and remixes, he also educates audiences and keeps the scene alive through his bi-weekly radio show on Kool FM. In our chat, we delve into his career and discuss how his influence continues to bridge the gap between past and present in electronic music.FOLLOW US Instagram: @houseculturenetSpotify: House Culture - Perfect PlaylistYouTube: @houseculturenet||