Loud&Unfiltered

Inside Ibiza: Forward Thinking Parties and the Legacy of Carl Cox at Space | Eóin Smyth

Ep 7: Eóin Smyth – Forward Thinking Parties and the Legacy of Carl Cox at SpaceCo-founder of Game Over and longtime collaborator with Carl Cox, Eóin Smyth turned a childhood dream into an Ibiza legacy.In this episode, he reflects on his early obsession with dance music, witnessing Carl Cox at Space, and launching One Night Stand across Pacha, Amnesia, and DC10. From mentorship under Dave Browning to building one of the island’s most respected underground brands — this is a story of passion, timing, and persistence.

Inside Ibiza: Managing Momentum - The man behind ARTBAT & Argy | Chris Braun

Ep 6: Chris Braun — Managing Momentum Behind ARTBAT & ArgyFrom pro handball player to managing global dance acts, Chris Braun’s journey is one of reinvention and relentless drive. After an ACL injury ended his sporting career, a cold email from Café del Mar Dubai sparked a bold move — and a new life in music.🎧 What we talk about:– Booking Hardwell in 2002 to 2,000 people– Leaving Germany and starting over in Dubai– The isolation of building from scratch– Managing ARTBAT & the challenges of being Ukrainian artists– Industry bias & breaking through from outside the UK/US– What it really takes to build an artist's momentumListen now for a raw look into the realities of global artist management.

Inside Ibiza: The Original Cafe Mambo Resident | Jason Bye

Ep 5: Jason Bye — The Quintessential Ibiza DJFrom Cafe Mambo sunsets in ’94 to nightly sets at Amnesia in ’95, Jason Bye helped define the true Ibiza sound. Grego calls him the quintessential resident — and in this episode, we dive into the stories, the music, and the moments that made the island magic.🎧 What we talk about:– How Cafe Mambo became the birthplace of the pre-party– Playing Amnesia 7 nights a week– Hearing Plastic Dreams for the first time– Carl Cox, John Galliano & 90s Mambo memories– The Sasha remix that didn’t make the set– Why Instagram stats don’t make a real DJ– How the scene’s evolved — for better and worseListen now for unfiltered Ibiza history from one of the island’s originals.

Inside Ibiza: From Larne to the Global Stage – 20+ Years of Electronic Evolution | Fergie

🎧 Loud & Unfiltered | Inside Ibiza – Ep 4: Fergie From a teenage residency in Belfast to playing Manumission at Privilege and Space by age 18 — while The Pet Shop Boys and Boy George danced in the crowd — Fergie has been part of dance music’s wildest chapters.In this episode, Fergie takes us from the gritty clubs of Birmingham’s God’s Kitchen to his early days with mentor Tony De Vit, sharing raw stories from the rave era and the reality of staying true to your sound in a shifting industry.We dive into:His first club residency at just 14 years oldA fur coat, the Manumission Pink Pussy hotel & rave madnessGoing bankrupt and fighting to stick to his musical visionThe fast, high-pressure world of American DJingWhy Vegas crowds make him anxious, but how he still smashes itFunny, fearless, and refreshingly honest — this is Fergie, unfiltered.

Inside Ibiza: HE.SHE.THEY. to Defected - Diversity, Dance & Disruption | Steven Braines

🎧 Loud & Unfiltered | Inside Ibiza – Ep 3: Steven BrainesIn this episode, we sit down with the award winning Steven Braines — global head of events for Defected & Glitterbox, visionary co-founder of HE.SHE.THEY., music manager of artists of the years from SYREETA and Emily Nash to Maya Jane Coles, Magda, Tale of Us, Catz N Dogz, Tricky and more, as well as an and outspoken advocate for diversity on the dance floor.Steven shares how a trip to Ibiza sparked the idea for HE.SHE.THEY., a movement built on inclusion, representation, and challenging outdated club norms. He reflects on his wild early days in the industry — from promoting his first event at 16, to getting inspired by a fruit bowl at Manumission, to eventually securing a residency at Amnesia.We talk about:What a manager really does behind the scenesHow diverse booking teams lead to truly inclusive partiesThe power of the dance floor to break down barriersA few outrageous early career stories you won’t forgetThis is a candid, bold conversation about the future of nightlife — and why it needs to be for everyone.

Inside Ibiza: From Manumission to Ibiza Rocks & Pikes | Andy McKay

🎧 Loud & Unfiltered | Inside Ibiza – Ep 2: Andy McKay
From the chaos of Manumission to the cultural legacy of Pikes, Andy McKay has helped shape Ibiza’s identity for over three decades. In this episode, the legendary promoter and entrepreneur takes us back to the raw, rule-breaking days of 1990s nightlife — when parties weren’t planned, they were lived.
Andy shares how Manumission redefined what a party could be: immersive, provocative, and totally free. He reflects on the rise of Ibiza Rocks as a voice for youth culture, and why today’s scene must protect the 20-year-olds who bring energy to the dance floor — not price them out in favour of VIPs.
From flyering beaches by hand to building some of Ibiza’s most influential venues, Andy calls for a cultural reset: more love, less velvet rope. An unmissable conversation with a true rebel of the island.

Inside Ibiza: From Flyer Boy to DC10 – Building a Legacy in Ibiza | Grego O'Halloran

Loud & Unfiltered | Season 2, Inside Ibiza – Ep 1: Grego O’Halloran
From blowing up balloons at pre-parties to running press and the door at DC10, Grego O’Halloran has seen it all. In our season opener, Grego takes us deep into Ibiza’s club culture — from the essential role of British workers pre-Brexit to the danger of VIP tables overtaking the dancefloor.
We talk artist-led events, the slow fade of traditional promoters, and how DC10’s anti-establishment ethos still sets it apart. Grego also shares what it’s like raising a family on the island — and how Ibiza became home.
Real talk, untold stories, and a front-row seat to the dancefloor.

How Elle McMahon Built The Ticket Crowd with Paid Ads That Sell

This week on Loud & Unfiltered, we're joined by Elle McMahon - founder of The Ticket Crowd, a digital agency that specialises in paid ads for events and festivals. Elle gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to sell out shows in today’s competitive landscape, and how data-driven strategy meets creative marketing.
We also dive into her personal journey as a mum of two navigating entrepreneurship with ADHD. From balancing family life to building a business that thrives under pressure, Elle shares it all - candid, sharp, and unfiltered.
 
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@theticketcrowd

Behind the Decks: Life as a Touring DJ & Producer | Made By Pete

This week on Loud & Unfiltered, we are joined by DJ, producer, and 'Life In Colour' label boss Made By Pete for an inside look at the realities of life as an artist. From packed dance floors to airport lounges, Pete opens up about the mental, creative, and physical demands of being a touring DJ.
We also delve into his work as the founder of Life In Colour, the label he launched to champion forward-thinking electronic music. Candid, insightful, and unfiltered—this is a must-listen for anyone curious about what really goes on behind the decks.
 
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@_madebypete
@lifeincolour.art

Find Your Next Favourite DJ with Dancefloor.fm | Ben King

In this episode of Loud & Unfiltered, we sit down with Ben King, software engineer turned music tech founder, who created Dancefloor.fm - an app built to help you discover local DJs, club nights, and the sounds you didn’t know you were missing.
Ben shares how his love for electronic music collided with his tech skills, leading to a side project that’s now shaking up how people connect with nightlife culture. 
Whether you’re a bedroom DJ, a partygoer, or a fellow founder, this one’s packed with behind-the-scenes insight.
 
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@benking