Louis Nesbitt quit his 9-5 job in finance to shoot Michael Bibi at DC10 Ibiza - and it completely changed his life.

In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guest List?, I sit down with the photographer behind DC10, Solid Grooves and some of the defining moments in Ibiza’s modern rave culture.

From studying corporate tax in London to documenting Michael Bibi’s DC10 residency, Louis shares how one DM, one terrace moment, and one risky decision pushed him to leave his stable career and go all in on photography.

We talk about shooting Bibi’s emotional comeback at DC10, what really happens backstage at Ibiza’s most iconic club, and the pressure of capturing rave culture in the age of social media.

Louis opens up about:

– Film vs digital photography in club culture
– Authenticity vs content
– The mental battle creatives rarely talk about
– Networking in the dance music industry
– Why he believes the scene needs more individuality

This is a conversation about risk, self-doubt, timing, and carving your own lane in an industry that moves fast and forgets even faster.

If you’ve ever considered quitting your 9-5 to follow something creative, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, Katie Knight sits down with 1 half of Saudi DJ and producer duo Dish Dash for a candid deep dive into the rise of Saudi Arabia’s dance music scene, from illegal underground parties and secret no-phone raves to major festivals and a booming new ecosystem.

Dish Dash share what it was really like DJing when public events weren’t possible, how they threw private parties in a “grey area,” and the surreal moment they first played in Saudi for only 20 minutes on stage. They also unpack how the audience has evolved fast, why festivals like MDLBEAST Soundstorm and XP Music Futures changed everything, and how local promoters now work together to grow a healthier scene.

We also get into:
-How Saudi’s underground scene grew long before it was public
-The first big “we made it” moments and what changed after 2017–2018
-Why the no-phones debate hits differently when you lived it
-How Saudi crowds went from “two genres” to real musical education
-The local promoter culture: group chats, aligned dates, and healthy competition
-Clubs, weekly parties, and the new club culture emerging in Saudi
-Guiding the next wave of Saudi DJs and producers
-Guest list chaos and the wildest guest list stories
-Their origin story: family support, music at home, and why they’re called Dish Dash

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In this episode of Can You Put Me On Guestlist?, I sit down with DJ and producer Yulia Niko for an honest conversation about sobriety, touring life, creativity, and staying connected to emotion on the dance floor.

Yulia opens up about quitting alcohol - and how going sober helped her feel clearer, more productive, and more confident in her decisions, both in the studio and behind the decks. She also shares the realities of life on the road, including a terrifying flight experience that led to ongoing travel anxiety, and what it takes to keep showing up every weekend.

We get into:

• How sobriety changed her mindset as a DJ and producer

• The pressure of touring, airports, and burnout

• Trusting your instincts and focusing on the music

• Burning Man stories and what makes it so special

• Her new role as a Beatport music creator

• Starting a management company and mentoring emerging artists

• Her hot take on the scene in 2026: “More music, less social media.”

• DJ booth etiquette - and what friends should never do when they’re on guestlist!

Follow Yulia Niko: @yulianiko
Follow Katie: @katiehayknight
Follow the podcast: @canuputmeonguestlist

SPONSORS

Trackstack
Trackstack is the all-in-one platform built for music creators - send and receive promos, manage demos, discover open label inboxes, and create social-ready promo videos with Trackstack Showcase.
Use code CUPMOG for 10% off for life.
trackstack.app

LabelWorx
Distribution, royalty management, promo tools, and insights - built by people who live and breathe dance music.
labelworx.com

Sounds Australia
Huge thanks to Sounds Australia for hosting us in Amsterdam and supporting Australian artists globally.
soundsaustralia.com.au

Wow Cacao
Made from rescued cacao pulp, Wow Cacao is a refreshing, vitamin-rich drink packed with natural electrolytes and antioxidants.
Follow: @drinkwowcacao