Episodes

  • EP 24 - Paul Glazby Part 2
    Nov 26 2025

    Part 2 with Hard House legend Paul Glazby is here — and this one goes DEEP.

    We dive into the early 00s scene, wild club stories, iconic sets, the tunes that shaped an era, and the moments Paul has never shared publicly before. We are Joined by my good friend and dj/producer JFrantik. He really knows his hard dance history, so it was great to have him join me for this podcast.


    If you’re into hard house, hard dance, UK club culture, or early rave history, this episode is a MUST-WATCH.

    Paul brings raw honesty, killer insights, and ridiculous memories from the road.


    🎧 Full Episode on WHAT’S THE BPM?

    Hosted at Prohibition Nightclub, Brisbane.


    👇 Drop a comment on your favourite Glazby era or tune!



    #PaulGlazby #HardHouse #HardDance #UKHardHouse #WhatstheBPM #HardHouseHistory #DJInterview #ElectronicMusicPodcast #RaveCulture #BrisbaneNights #ProhibitionBrisbane #00sDanceMusic #HardDanceLegends #ClubCulture #DJLife

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • EP 23 - Ivan Gough
    Nov 13 2025

    🎧 Ivan Gough Interview | TV Rock & Aussie House Music History | What’s The BPM Podcast


    In this episode of What’s The BPM?, host Steve Woolley sits down with Ivan Gough — the Aussie dance music legend, producer, and DJ best known as one half of TV Rock.

    We dive deep into the early days of Melbourne’s club scene, the story behind Flaunt It, how TV Rock took over the charts, collaborations with Grant Smillie, and Ivan’s evolution as a producer and solo artist.


    If you’re into Aussie house music history, electronic music culture, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of Australia’s true pioneers, you’ll love this chat.


    🎙️ Hosted by: Steve Woolley

    📍 Podcast: What’s The BPM — exploring the history of Australian dance music, one legend at a time.


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    💬 Comment below your favourite TV Rock track or festival memory!

    👍 Like, subscribe & hit the bell to catch more episodes with Australia’s biggest DJs and producers.



    🎵 Hashtags:

    #WhatsTheBPM #IvanGough #TVRock #AustralianDanceMusic #AussieDJ #HouseMusic #ProgressiveHouse #EDMPodcast #DanceMusicHistory #MelbourneDJ #AussieMusic #ElectronicMusic #DJInterview #MusicPodcast #WhatstheBPMPodcast

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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • EP 22 - Paul Glazby
    Oct 21 2025

    In this episode of What’s the BPM, we sit down with the one and only Paul Glazby – a true icon of the UK hard house scene.


    We dive deep into:

    • His journey from the underground clubs of the UK to the sunny shores of the Gold Coast, Australia

    • The full story of his legendary DJ career

    • Behind the scenes of running his influential record label, Vicious Circle Recordings

    • The evolution of dance music and what’s next for Glazby


    Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his music, this episode is packed with stories, insights, and untold moments from one of the most respected names in the game.


    👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode of https://www.youtube.com/@WHATSTHEBPM


    Check out Paul's own Podcast here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5j86t_lsULQBRkpMP656Dw

    #PaulGlazby #WhatsTheBPM #HardHouse #UKHardHouse #GoldCoastDJ #DJInterview #ViciousCircleRecordings #ElectronicMusic #DanceMusicHistory #TechnoPodcast #HardDance #DJLife #MusicPodcast #EDMCommunity

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • EP 21 - Uncle Dugs (UK)
    Oct 13 2025

    In this episode of the What’s The BPM Podcast, we sit down with none other than Uncle Dugs — a true UK jungle legend, broadcaster, and touring DJ.


    From the raw energy of pirate radio to the mainstream airwaves of Rinse FM, Uncle Dugs shares his journey through the golden era of jungle, the evolution of rave culture, and what it’s like to go from underground selector to a global touring DJ.


    We talk:

    •The rise and fall (and rise again) of pirate radio

    •How jungle, drum & bass, and rave culture shaped the UK

    •The transition to legal radio

    •Touring with celebrity acts & taking jungle worldwide

    •His passion for preserving jungle culture and pushing it forward


    Whether you’re a raver from back in the day or just discovering jungle music, this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and proper history. 💥


    🔊 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews with legends of the scene.


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    📲 Follow Uncle Dugs:

    Instagram: @uncledugs

    Twitter/X: @uncledugs

    Rinse FM: https://rinse.fm


    🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://open.spotify.com/show/27MVN0WYjcWPYJ7RddkiFp

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/


    #UncleDugs #WhatsTheBPM #UKJungle #JungleMusic #PirateRadio #DrumAndBass #DnB #RaveCulture #OldSkoolJungle #RinseFM #DJPodcast #JungleLegend #ElectronicMusicPodcast #TouringDJ #MusicInterview #UKRaveScene #JungleHistory #RaveLegends #UKBass #BassMusic

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    2 hrs and 22 mins
  • EP 20 - DJ Thief
    Oct 3 2025

    🎧 WHAT’S THE BPM PODCAST | DJ THIEF (Brisbane OG)

    Welcome to a very special episode of the What’s The BPM Podcast! In this one, we sit down with Brisbane legend DJ Thief — a pioneer of the city’s underground music scene and a foundational figure in Australian DJ culture.


    We dive deep into his career, early influences, and the evolution of the DJ scene in Brisbane and beyond. From pirate radio days to vinyl culture, raves, and record stores — this is a rich slice of music history straight from someone who lived and shaped it.


    Thief is not only a walking archive of the culture — he’s also a funny guy and a great sport, and this convo is full of laughs, honest moments, and rare insights.


    Whether you’re a seasoned selector, crate digger, or just curious about the roots of the scene, this episode is packed with stories, knowledge, and inspiration.


    🔊 Topics Covered:

    • DJ Thief’s early days & influences

    • The golden era of Brisbane’s rave scene

    • The evolution of DJ culture in Australia

    • His contributions to community, music, and radio

    • The state of the scene today


    📲 Connect with DJ Thief:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579899208587&sk=photos

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thief_has_arrived/

    • SoundCloud / MixCloud: DJ Thief on SoundCloud

    • MixCloud: DJ Thief – System Shutdown / Live sets


    Give the podcast page some love here > https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/


    #DJThief #WhatsTheBPM #BrisbaneMusic #DJCulture #AustralianHipHop #Turntablism #VinylCulture #ElectronicMusicHistory

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • EP 19 - Kid Kenobi
    Sep 17 2025

    Kid Kenobi joins us on What’s the BPM? to talk about his journey through the evolution of DJ culture, breakbeat’s golden era, and how he’s stayed relevant in the ever-changing music scene. From vinyl beginnings to festival stages, this one’s for the heads.


    Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with the world’s most iconic DJs.

    PLUR



    🎶 Listen to Kid Kenobi’s Music:

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/xxxxxxxx

    SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kidkenobi

    Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/kid-kenobi/xxxxxxxx


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    Instagram: https://instagram.com/kidkenobi

    Facebook: https://facebook.com/kidkenobi

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@kidkenobi


    Follow the Podcast page here: https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/


    #KidKenobi #WhatsTheBPM #DJPodcast #Breakbeat #ElectronicMusic #DJLife #AussieDJ #MusicPodcast #VinylToDigital

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • EP 18 - Peewee Ferris
    Sep 10 2025

    In this episode of What’s the BPM, we explore:

    - Pee Wee’s early beginnings in a musical family

    - The underground rave scene in the '90s

    - Iconic festival sets and global tours

    - His work in music production, film, and Olympic ceremonies

    - The evolution of DJ culture and where it’s headed


    Whether you're a die-hard fan, aspiring DJ, or dance music historian — this episode is packed with untold stories and golden insights from a true pioneer.


    Check out the socials here >


    Instagram: [@peeweeferris](https://www.instagram.com/peeweeferris)

    Website: [peeweeferris.com](http://peeweeferris.com)


    Instagram: [@whatsthebpm](https://www.instagram.com/whatsthebpm)

    TikTok: [@whatsthebpm](https://www.tiktok.com/@whatsthebpm)

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    2 hrs and 25 mins
  • EP 17 - Jonny Sonic - The Potbelleez
    Aug 3 2025

    This one was so much fun!

    Jonny Sonic from the Potbellez, Multiple award winning artist, multiple platinum and gold records.

    A great talker, a great story teller, so many anthems, so much history.

    Legend!


    Check out > Link iconPlatinumMusicMentorwww.platinummusicmentor.com/optin

    Check out > Link iconJONNY SONIC EPKwww.jonnysonic.club

    Check out > Link iconThe Music DNA Foundationwww.themusicdnafoundation.org

    Check out Jonny's Instagram here > https://www.instagram.com/jonnysonicmusic/


    Thanks so much for all the support, give the podcast instagram page a follow here > https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/

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    1 hr and 9 mins