From Illegal Raves to the Birth of Stereosonic | The Simon Coyle Story
Send us a textSimon Coyle has lived multiple lifetimes in dance music. From cutting his teeth with Mad Agency in the 90s, to co-founding Wet Musik and touring the world as a DJ, he’s been at the centre of Australia’s electronic story from the very start.After years on the decks, Simon pivoted into the business side — becoming an international touring agent and eventually co-founding Stereosonic, one of Australia’s most iconic festivals. He was there for its meteoric rise, its multi-million-dollar sale, and even its fall when the business collapsed.But the story didn’t end there. Refusing to walk away, Simon returned with Pitch Control, his new venture that’s once again shaping the future of dance events. From illegal raves to global stages, few people have seen — and survived — as much of the industry as Simon Coyle.
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Australia’s Hip Hop Underdog: The Mistah Cee Story | From Tragedy to Triumph
Send us a textAustralia’s Hip Hop Underdog – The Mistah Cee Story. From losing both his parents at a young age, to growing up black in Maroubra, to fighting his way through the chaos of Sydney’s early club scene — Mistah Cee has lived through it all.In this episode we talk about:The heartbreak and resilience that shaped his life.Wild fights and raw stories from Sydney nightlife in the 2000s.His battles with identity and belonging growing up in Maroubra.How he refused to give up on his dream — even when it felt impossible.The moment he blew up online and how it changed everything.His experiences touring and working in America’s hip hop scene.This is the story of Australia’s Hip Hop Underdog who turned tragedy into triumph.#MistahCee #AustralianHipHop #HipHopPodcast #UnderdogStory #Maroubra #DannyRants #DJLife #ClubCulture #HipHopUnderdog
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Sydney 90s & 00s Rave Scene EXPOSED Rave Legend Nik Fish Tells All
Send us a textSydney’s rave culture in the 90s and 2000s was absolute chaos 👀 From all-night parties to police pressure, media attacks and recovery clubs that ran for 24 hours straight — this is the untold story.In this episode, legendary DJ Nik Fish breaks down what really happened inside Sydney’s rave scene. We cover the beginnings of the scene, the clubs, the recoveries, the wildest festival moments, and why the culture still matters today.Drop your memories and stories in the commentssydney rave scene, nik fish interview, australian rave history, 90s rave culture, future music festival, sydney clubs 90s, sydney techno history, danny rants
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Future Music, Summadayze & the Madness Behind Australia’s Festival King - Mark James
Send us a textMark James is the man who built Future Music Festival and Summadayze — the events that defined a generation of Aussie ravers. From throwing wild underground warehouse parties to running some of the biggest festivals Australia has ever seen, Mark has lived it all.In this episode, we dive into the rise of Future, the chaos behind Summadayze, the insane stories from life as a promoter, selling it all for millions, losing his sense of identity after walking away, and rediscovering his love for music and events.This is the untold story of Australia’s festival king — the highs, the madness, and the legacy that changed Aussie festivals forever.🎧 Full interview out now on Danny Rants.
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The Future NRL Star Who Turned Down Millions For Music - SVNO's Story
Send us a textHe Was the NRL’s Next Big Thing… Then He Quit for Music 🎤🏉From Mt Druitt to the national spotlight, Jakiel Mariner’s story is anything but ordinary. He blew up on X Factor as part of the band Fortunate, got offered a shot at a career in the NRL, and was tipped as one of rugby league’s brightest young stars. Then — when most people would have taken the fame, money, and contracts — he walked away… to chase music.In this exclusive interview, we dive into:🎯 Growing up Samoan in Mt Druitt🌟 Going from talent shows to prime-time TV🏉 Life inside the NRL system and why he turned his back on it🎶 The grind of starting over in music🔥 Lessons in betting on yourself — even when the world thinks you’re crazyThis is the raw, unfiltered story of a man who refused to settle for “what he was meant to do” — and chose what he was born to do instead.Check Out His Music HERE SVNO - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4G5jOeH9SOrsy8NH614jvF?si=Z1RTeUHTR6eaEaV65zUG8APlanet Vegeta - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5aQYgn7I6w88xX4KWyjIof?si=u4PnoVR-RX6XSkonItDfpg👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — would YOU have made the same choice?#NRL #DannyRants #JakielMariner #Music #Inspiration #NRLStories #XFactorAustralia
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