House Music Culture | BLEND LA Podcast

For six years, the **Blend LA Podcast** has been a space where House music legends, pioneers, and rising stars come together to share their journeys. From **Chicago to South Africa, London to LA**, we've uncovered untold stories, explored the spiritual and cultural depth of House, and celebrated the global impact of this movement.   We've had the honor of sitting down with **iconic DJs and producers** like Tony Soul, Gene Hunt, Robert Owens, Lady Alma, Jesse Saunders, Wayne Williams, Vince Lawrence, Ultra Naté, Keith Thompson, and so many others who have shaped the sound and spirit of House music. We've connected with trailblazers like Lori Branch, one of the first female DJs in Chicago, and embraced the international energy of artists like Swazi Sunshine, Apiwe Bubu, DJ G, Roxcizzle, Yah Appiah, and Carlos Mena. We've talked about the roots of House, the culture it has built, and how it continues to thrive across generations and borders.   Of course, no episode would be complete without **The Catch-Up**—our candid, raw, and always entertaining commentary. Whether we're cracking jokes, breaking down House culture, or diving into deeper topics, the energy between the hosts keeps it all real.   As we celebrate this milestone, we recognize that **House music is more important now than ever**. In today's political climate—where attacks on **Black culture, LGBTQ+ communities, and artistic expression** are on the rise—House music remains a **sanctuary of freedom, love, and resistance**. Born from **Black, queer, and underground communities**, this genre has always been a voice for the marginalized, a space for unity, and a soundtrack for liberation.   We also honor **Black History Month** by paying tribute to the pioneers who laid the foundation for House music, ensuring that their legacy continues to inspire future generations. And we're amplifying **Albius' challenge** to all DJs: **Play with intention.** Every beat, every set, every mix should carry purpose, because House is more than music—it's a movement.   And to top it all off, **AMP Collective brings the heat with a soulful House set to celebrate six years of Housing**—a proper way to mark this milestone with deep, uplifting vibes.   So join us as we reflect on the past six years, share behind-the-scenes moments, and look ahead to the future of House music and the Blend LA Podcast. This celebration is for **you**—our listeners, our community, our family.   

The AMP Collective is back with the best House Music Podcast in the world, Blend LA Podcast.  The first episode of 2025. Their podcasting skills are a little rusty. LOL. This International House Music Duo truly create in the moment, whether it's their electrifying DJ sets or episodes of Blend LA Podcast. Episode 46 is all Gospel House Music including an hour mix.Enjoy.  For The Culture Of House Music

State of House Music in L A | 40 Years of House Music | Point Mugu Labworks Set | The AMP Collective.The International House Music Duo talk about the state of House Music in Los Angeles in their "Catch up", 40 years of House Music and an amazing Soulful House Music set recording at Point Mugu about Malibu, California. AMP talks about The Redline Venice " Redline Sessions" DJ sets in Venice Beach.They give their points of views on the quality of today's House Music and what makes a real DJ, respectfully.#housemusic #chicagohousemusic #apiwebubu #swazisunshine #lahousemusic #thewarehouse #robertwilliams #housemusicpodcast #labworks. 

Blend LA Podcast's hosts The AMP Collective have a dope in-depth conversation with House Music DJ and music producer Stan Zeff.They talk Black culture in UK, the early House Music scene in Atlanta.Stan talks about his experience at last year's Burning Man and his Tambor Party Cruise on the Nile River.Plus much more, including an amazing mix.A mix that takes you on a spiritual tribal pulsating sonic journey. 

The AMP Boys jump right into this one with their Catch up. Muthaland party DJ set.

The AMP Collective talks The Warehouse Chicago & Killing of O'Shea Sibley. They end this emotional episode with their killer DJ set they performed at the Utopia party at Mama Shelter in Hollywood. Live recast. Fire set. Trust!

Springtime is in the air, The AMP Collective catch up and talk about the House Music scene in LA, saving The Warehouse in Chicago, home of House Music. A dope mix of The Warehouse inspired mix.Mentions - Frankie Knuckles, The Warehouse, Robert Williams,  KG Supastar and Ade from Utopia.  

Afro LALA Party - Live for Resident DTLA - Roxcizzle & The AMP Collective.The AMP Collective catches up and reflects on 2022. Recast of new party Afro LALA  at Resident in DTLA.Roxcizzle and The AMP Collective perform a dope night of Amapiano, Afro Tech, Gqom and Afro House music.  

DJ Big D and Dayslayer of The AMP Collective give their take on the latest House Music craze in regards to Beyonce and Drake's new music geared toward House Music.They break down "Break My Soul" and record a live set of all " Break My Soul " remixes that are rocking the digital airwaves of today. 

Return to the Patio - Resident - Blend Day Party - House Music Podcast - The AMP Collective

Blend Day Party - Blend LA Podcast - The AMP Collective EP 37.Live day party from The AMP Collective in Los Angeles.  House Music.

Blend LA Podcast - EP 36 - The AMP Collective - House Music Podcast - House Music Culture. AMP talks the "Catch up" about LA covid mandates, post Covid, the state of Hip Hop, the outlook for Summer 2022 and recast their Blend Day Party from Bar at Johnny's in Los Angeles

The AMP Collective reflect on 2021 and forecast 2022 in their first episode of the year for Blend LA Podcast.  The AMP talks "Catch up" and drop a smoking House music mix and even give the world their nomination picks for the upcoming Bembe DJ Awards. 

The AMP Collective's Blend Day Party Live with DJ Jerry & Tony Powell -  Catch up with AMP - House Music Podcast. It's been a few months but The AMP Collective is back with episode 34. AMP plays catch up to what happened this summer. Talk about House in the Park in Atlanta, the House Music movement in St. Louis, talk about the Cappuccino DJs once they figure out their real names and where they each are from. Funny! Added three hours of music from their Blend Day Party at Resident in the Arts District in Los Angeles, rocking the decks with them DJ Jerry Flores and Tony Powell.  Snippets of stills and video clips.Blend LA Podcast is a House Music Podcast for House Music Culture  

The AMP and Blend LA Podcast chop it up with with New York's Carlos Mena, Music Producer, DJ, Spoken Word Artist and much more.Learn about Carlos's journey through House Music Culture including the creation of the Bembe DJ Awards.Uber talented and spiritual brother doing incredible things for the Culture.Links:http://casamena.com/ 

Summer 2021 Heat - Blend LA Podcast - The AMP Collective Promo. House Heads and lovers of House Music too.DJ Big D and Dayslayer discuss their ideas of what Summer 2021 will be like as House Music Culture and world returns into a pre - post Covid summer. They also rock some hot tracks they feel will be popular this summer.  Grooves.  AMP talks about 1 year anniversary of the global pandemic. Rich Medina, Louie Vega and D Nice.Hear their perspectives on  what this summer will look like in House Music Culture.Track snippet - Terry Hunter, James Poyser, Julius Jordan and TREE , Higher.Shout out Resident DTLA and last year's Blend Day Party.Soulful House track.SUPPORT A YEAR OF COVID-FUND - https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=CX... SUPPORT THE AMP COLLECTIVE . THANKS. https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=CX... 

The AMP Collective DJ Duo chop it up with Baltimore's "Queen of Love" Ultra Nate.Such a great, fun and informative conversation over Zoom. Learn about Ultra Nate's passion and drive in House Music Culture for  over 30 years!  From her beginning with the Basement Boys to her latest hit with Angelica Ross ft. Mila Jam.Talks House Music from Baltimore to Tony Humphries New Jersey Zanzibar club to traveling to London.This episode includes some of Ultra's music catalog.Enjoy. Website- http://www.ultranate.com/IG- https://www.instagram.com/ultranatemusicManagement- http://www.peacebisquit.com/

House music DJ Duo The AMP Collective give you the "Catch up" before chatting it up with Ghanaian music producer Yaw Appiah, living in Los Angeles.AMP talks Rose, drinks of choice during quarantine, traveling, House music and much more.  Great convo with Yaw Appiah and a selection of tracks for a mix chosen by Yaw.  Fire!!!Find out how the amazing Amapiano Afro House track "Moonlight" came to fruition, with Diya and Stylolive.From EPK____________________________YAW APPIAH IS AN AFRICAN RECORD PRODUCER, BASED IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA.KNOWN FOR HIS DIVERSE SOUNDS OF AMAPIANO, AFROHOUSE AND AFROBEAT, HIS MUSIC FILLS SPACES WITH INFECTIOUS VIBRATIONS AND ENERGIES.  BEING A NATIVE OF TEMA, GHANA HIS MISSION IS TO EXPOSE UNTAPPED AFRICAN GENRES TO THE WORLD BY CREATING A MUSIC SPACE UNDEFINED BY ANYTHING EXISTING. YAW’S MUSIC JOURNEY STARTED IN THE EARLY 90’S WHERE HIS EXPERTISE OF MUSIC PRODUCTION EVOLVED WHEN TAKING THE LEAD IN VARIOUS PRODUCTION OF MIXTAPES WITHIN HIS COMMUNITY. THE MUSIC JOURNEY NEVER STOPPED BUT TOOK A PAUSE DURING HIS COLLEGE YEARS WHERE HE TOOK FOCUS ON HIS STUDIES MAJORING IN ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING AND TELECOMMUNICATION.Links- IG- https://www.instagram.com/_yawappiahTwitter- https://twitter.com/_yawappiahSoundCloud- https://soundcloud.com/yawappiahApple Music- https://music.apple.com/us/artist/yaw-appiah/1522507048   

The House Music DJ Duo The AMP Collective chop it up virtual with DC House Music DJ, DJ Suspence.The three have a candid discussion on pandemic, politics and culture and of course House Music.  DJ Suspence adds to the convo with a blaze mix of House Music.Make sure you listen in to AMP's first episode of the year during Black History Month. Links for DJ SuspenceWebsite- http://www.djsuspencendc.com/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/dJsuspence69/Mixcloud- https://www.mixcloud.com/tyronespencer96/Twitter- https://twitter.com/trspencermd?lang=en  

The DJ Duo The AMP Collective ends their year of Blend LA Podcast with funny and emotional conversation about this quarantine year and social unrest including George Floyd.Give their points of views on the vaccines. Talk about the importance of really listening to the music.They discuss plans for 2021 and rock a dope back to back and side to side DJ set.  #back2back &#side2side sessions.Hot discussion links:Tony Soulhttps://www.instagram.com/masterdjtonysoulSocial Sanctuaryhttps://www.instagram.com/socialsanctuaryGallagher Staginghttps://www.instagram.com/gallagherstagingSurface Productionshttps://www.instagram.com/surfaceproductionBlaq Pageshttps://www.instagram.com/blaq.pagesWakanda Music Festivalhttps://www.instagram.com/wakandamusicfestivalwmfMi Casa Holidayhttps://www.instagram.com/micasaholidayMerch by The AMP Collectivehttps://shoptheampcollective 

Mr. Keith Thompson Zoom's down with The AMP Collective for an amazing discussion.Wow.  What a dope conversation with East Coast House Music legend,  DJ, Vocalist and Music Producer Keith Thompson.Keith Thompson is the real deal, 30 years and still putting out fresh House Music Culture pushing creativity, even during the pandemic.Deep talk about the times of today. Black Lives Matter. The voice behind the 1980's House Music Anthem, Break 4 Love!We hope you all enjoy this life long journey in House Music with our special guest, Mr. Keith Thompson.Links:Website and Bandcamp- http://keiththompson1.bandcamp.com/IG- https://www.instagram.com/keithompson1/FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/KeithThompson.Artist   

The hosts of Blend L A Podcast, DJ Big D and Dayslayer  of The AMP Collective sit down virtually with Los Angeles native son DJ Rudy C aka Soul Rebel.The convo is eye opening, funny and super informative when it comes to the Los Angeles rave and underground scene late 90's and beyond.Covid 19 has affected the House Music community as it has the world.Fantastic episode, Rudy C is truly a soul rebel for House Music and the Culture.We dive deep exploring why House Music is Black music and comes from Black people.Get to understand why Rudy C is called the Soul Rebel! :) Social Links-FB- https://www.facebook.com/DjRudyCIG- https://www.instagram.com/rudopholisIG FTWKLA- https://www.instagram.com/ftwklaSoundcloud- https://soundcloud.com/soulrebel80Mixcloud- https://www.mixcloud.com/soulrebel80 

Blend LA Podcast hosts, DJ Big D and Dayslayer sit down with LA based Deep Soulful House DJ PACE to talk House Music Culture and DJ life in Los Angeles, pre-Covid in the Arts District LA.One of the best conversations yet! PACE is so funny, high energy and knowledgable and passionate about House Music.So much that he even recorded a dope mix to close out the brotherly roundtable!Learn about PACE's beginnings in Cleveland to Chicago to Los Angeles.His stories are informative and really really humorous at times. Fantastic talk.  A big hello to Passionate DJ in Dayton Ohio. Went to a Frankie Knuckles annual Thanksgiving party in The Chi.Shout out  Maurice Manley  II, Executive Barber and Leadup Podcastand LA House Music Legend, Terence ToyHe touches on the LA House Music scene from the late 90's and beyond.One episode not to miss, for sure.Cheers, The AMP Collective 

Blend LA hosts of The AMP Collective,  a House Music DJ duo, zoom down with the founders and creators of a Los Angeles based House Music festival called Soulnic. The founders are called Extra Mild Sauce.  The crew includes Drack Muse, Rhonda Wagner, D'Leon Howard III, Chavez Frazier and Derrick Wize who unfortunately couldn't make the  Zoom.From Chicago and Los Angeles, find out the trials and tribulations of growing a music festival from a small picnic gathering to over 5 thousand House Music Lovers and house heads.Whether is a solo lover of House Music or an entire family of House Music Lovers, Extra Mild Sauce has worked hard to bring a FREE House Music Event to L A for over 10 years.2020 was their tenth year, however the pandemic changed up their entire program but couldn't stop the music.They did a Backyard edition virtually. Plus DJ Big D and Dayslayer's virtual catch up is freaking hilarious and entertaining in parts.The DJ life under Covid-19 and the pandemic has really made The AMP Collective focus to get this House Music Culture out there regardless.We hope you enjoy this episode.  The second generation of House Music gatekeepers from Chicago and LA  are truly a blessing to House Music culture.Immediate links:Soulnic- http://soulnic.tv/The AMP Collective http://www.theampcollective.com/Shop The AMP Collective  https://shoptheampcollective.com/The AMP Collective Youtube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyO4Azj0gZ3qt_Kf2hsQQKw/featured?view_as=subscriber

The House Music DJ Duo The AMP Collective's DJ Big D and Dayslayer are back on the podcast airwaves after 5 month of quarantine life. This is their first virtual episode. Big D in South Central and Dayslayer in Arts District. Catch up plus some bonus House Music mixes by each.They talk about how the pandemic has affect their lives and what some people in the House Music community are doing to adapt.  First recording since interviewed Pace the DJ in months and months ago.From Louie Vega in New York to The Chosen Few in Chicago to the Tequila Gang in South Africa.Talk of their dope live stream experience on the Social Sanctuary streaming platform.Lets of good stuff this episode.   Both finish up the episode with a couple of mixes.Intro tribute to Amapiano lifestyle visionary and DJ Papers 707 from South Africa who past away recently.Great episode.Stay well. Stay safe. AMPMerch - https://shoptheampcollective.com/Pace the DJ- https://www.facebook.com/pacethedjLouie Vega- http://www.louievega.com/The Chose Few DJs- http://chosenfewdjs.com/The Soulnic crew- http://soulnic.tv/ 

The hosts of Blend LA Podcast DJ Big D and Dayslayer sit down with South African DJ, music producer,  engineer and song writer Apiwe Bubu, in his North Hollywood, California music studio, Studio 8.Hear about Apiwe's dedication to music and love of House Music and his journey that brought him from Joburg South Africa to Los Angeles, California. See links below:Website:webhttps://www.apiwebubu.com/SoundCloud:https://soundcloud.com/musician-apesIG:https://www.instagram.com/apiwebubu/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ5nPPXckONjjZk1HRVAs1QTwitter:https://twitter.com/musicianapesFB:https://www.facebook.com/apiwebubu/

Blend LA Podcast's hosts DJ Big D and Dayslayer has an  in-depth conversation with L A House Music Legend, Terence Toy.Terence gives AMP a vision of what the Los Angeles House Music scene was like starting in the late 80's until today.  

DJ Big D and Dayslayer have an amazing conversion with DJ G 121, wife Yvonne and son Darius Smith, UK's The Greatest Dancer while they are in Los Angeles to perform at an Oscar Pre- Party.AMP has deemed them the "First Family of House Music" because they each play important roles in the success of their family brand.So unique, a father who DJs and a son who dances to his grooves, while Mum does videography, make-up etc!  :)DJ G also uses Soulful House Music to change lives!Listen to DJ G describe how powerful Soulful House Music is when he teaches children with Autism about it. This truly is a House Music Family. We hope you all truly enjoy and share this episode. Make sure you click in and share.The Family Links,DJ G website- https://inspirationalsoulfulhouse.com/DJ G Mixcloud- https://www.mixcloud.com/DJG121/DJ G BBC Radio- https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07pmy7pDarius Smith link- https://victoryforu.co.uk/

The AMP Collective's DJ Big D and Dayslayer chop it up on Martin Luther King Jr Day, catch up, talk about the crazy House Music weekend in Los Angeles and broadcast their 3 hour set from their BLEND Day Party recorded live at The Resident DTLA in The Arts District in downtown Los Angeles.   First episode of 2020.  theampcollective.commixcloud.com/theampcollective.comResident DTLA

The AMP Collective, DJ Big D and Dayslayer sit down in the Studio #2 (wink) in the Arts District LA and review and recap Blend LA  Podcast's first year! Discuss when and why they produced their House Music podcast. They reflect back on some amazing conversations with House Music pioneers and the new voices of today. From New York to South Africa.18 episodes including artists, DJs, House Music dancers, and producers like Master DJ Tony Soul, Michele Meiche, Mr. Gene Hunt, Robert Owens, Lady Alma, Jesse Saunders, Wayne Williams, Vince Lawrence, SwaziSunshine, Chuck Roberts, Roxcizzle, DJ Lori Branch and DJ Eddie Ed.Amazing episodes!Shout out to our brother and segment producer, Keenan King aka DJ Naneek Divad for reaching out and getting some of the most important episodes when it came to the House Music pioneers!The AMP Collective does this for the "Culture of House Music."  

Fantasic House Music Culture episode hosted by The AMP Collective's DJ Big and Dayslayer. A funny and informative conversation with New Jersey based African DJ,  Eddie Ed.DJ Eddie Ed connects Chicago House Music and East Coast House Music to Southern parts of Africa from late 70's, early 80's to today.Learn about the explosion of the House Music scene in Botswana,  Zimbabwe, Lesotho and South Africa in the early 1980's.Listen into Eddie Ed's journey to New York to live out his dream, bringing African grooves to America, being part of it.Links below-IG- https://www.instagram.com/djedyed/FB- https://www.facebook.com/thedyed/Mixcloud- https://www.mixcloud.com/djedyed/ 

The AMP Collective's   DJ Big D and Dayslayer chat it up with Chicago House Music pioneer and first female of Chicago House Music, Lora Branch aka DJ Lori Branch. A funny, imformative and sometimes emotional conversation. Lot's of Chicago House Music history in this one.This episode was produced by segment producer DJ Naneek Divad aka Keenan King. Follow DJ Lori Branch below.Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/Dj-Lori-Branch-185406648158957/Soundcloud- https://soundcloud.com/dj-lori-branchMixcloud- https://www.mixcloud.com/lora-branch/IG- https://www.instagram.com/lorabranch/ 

In episode 14 of Blend LA Podcast, South African DJ and model Roxanne Kalie aka Roxcizzle discusses her life in Capetown and her new life experience living in Los Angeles. Hosts DJ Big D and Dayslayer have a sitdown conversation with Capetown born South African DJ, Roxcizzle, living in Los Angeles, California. EP 14 is a good one. Roxcizzle share some of her life. It's light-hearted, funny, informative and inspirational at times. Social media links below. https://www.instagram.com/roxcizzle/?hl=en https://twitter.com/roxcizzle?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/ROXCIZZLE/ Mixcloud link. https://www.mixcloud.com/Roxcizzle/

"In The Beginning There Was Jack and Jack had a Groove" The House Music Gospel, The Preacher's Anthem are just a few of the descriptions given to the now famous speech. Fans of House, Dance and other genres of music for that matter can most certainly finish the rest of the verse that Chuck "THE ORIGINAL VOICE OF HOUSE MUSIC " Roberts so eloquently spoke on one of House Music's most defining recordings. This is evident by the Tens of Millions of YouTube plays and samples by all Genre’s of DJ’s. This is proof of the power of those spoken words. How it all started: When: The year 1987 Who: "Jack" Where: A heavenly studio on the West side of Chicago What: Chuck explained to his people spoken in a godly voice straight from the House Book of Genesis in omniscient detail of how house music was born and the impact on it has on your body and soul. Then Jack disappeared back into the heavens only to be heard all over the world but never seen. For you see in Jack's realm there is no time. Since then House Heads have anticipated his return for 30 years to come into the presence of more knowledge and wisdom of Jack's House. Little did they know it was written for the year 2018 we would see the return of Jack and his soul stirring words of musical edification. In The Beginning There Was Jack was released on Ultra Music in 2018. This is a refreshed version of the original classic. Produced by Terry Hunter and also featuring Monique Bingham. Here are just a few of what the media articles and music industry Tastemakers have to say about the most prolific and iconic messages in dance music: DJ Wayne Williams Sr. VP of A&R at RCA Records and world famous House Music DJ and Gatekeeper states " Chuck's Acapella is arguably the most important recording in house music history next to Marshall Jefferson's "Move Your Body" Grammy Nominated DJ Terry Hunter states : My House speaks directly to the people. It's obvious as it has lasted 30 years and DJ's of all genre's still have him in their rotation. DJ Kenny Dope states" Chuck’s Acapella this is one most influential acapella s in dance music history". And the list goes on...In August 2016 Spotify Warner Music Group named this recording#1 out of 50 Greatest House Music Recordings of all time In 2014 Rolling Stone Magazine named Can You Feel It Featuring Chuck Roberts now famous speech #6 of the 20 greatest house records of all time. In July 2016 the U.K.'s BBC Music calls the speech one of the most spiritual experiences in dance music What’s up with Chuck you may ask? Well, The Chicago Native has been in music for many years and it's no wonder that he honed his vocal skills starting from his youth singing in the Church Choirs and going on to form his own R&B Bands “Mister” and “The Verdict” on NUANCE Records penning such classics as That's Where I Come In and I Wanna Thank You in the 1980’s. Unbeknownst to Chuck he would become an ICON in House Music History by forming the group Rhythm Controll and writing the classic My House. After the success of My House he enjoyed a brief stint on ZYX Records in the U.K. and has never stopped producing music over the years contributing to projects on Death Row Records for Danny Boy (the voice behind 2Pac's "I Ain't Mad at Cha"). Additionally Chuck has also worked with Sony Music producing for Glenn Jones, Bobby Debarge and many others. Chuck has also continued to work with various Gospel Groups writing and producing. 2018 proved to be a very special year as it’s the 30th anniversary of the iconic recording My House as a result Chuck is now a member of the Ultra Music Recording family and has released a new rendition of his famous speech entitled: "In The Beginning feat Monique Bingham" is out NOW!!!see the video https://youtu.be/pp8hIRUIg8g 2019 Chuck is featured on Timmy Trumpets and Kastra “Wassup Listen To The Horns”out now on all outlets. “Genesis” a new release from Yousef Circus Records out of the UK by Yousef and Harry Romero featuring Chuck Roberts. Out Now. “The Poet” feat Chuck Roberts a new release from Wh0 out of the UK on WH0 Plays Records Chuck also has an Adult Contemporary R&B project that is slated to bel be released later this year. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthebeginning_chuckroberts/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thechuckroberts?lang=en Music Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/artist/chuck-roberts/108227

Langa Masina aka Swazi Sunshine is a DJ and music producer from Swaziland and South Africa and he is currently living in Los Angeles, CA. On episode 12 of Blend LA Podcast, Swazi Sunshine talks South African life, Afro House Music and rocks a dope set of South African tracks and some tracks that influenced the House Music scene in South Africa He. explains the connections between Chicago House Music scene and the European House scene and South Africa's House Music scene. Swazi Sunshine weaves a wonderful story of South African House Music Culture from during Apartheid to after independence. Get a audio glimpse into his teenage years in Swaziland and South Africa, find out taxis had to do with the evolution of House Music and Kwaito and Gqom, which cities had the hottest sounds and styles. Hear about the Louise Vega connection and much much more. Hot links: Swazi Sunshine IG https://www.instagram.com/swazisunshine/?hl=en Swazi Sunshine Sound Cloud https://soundcloud.com/sunshine-sundix-co-za Celebrate South Africa National Womens' Day with Swazi Sunshine Friday Aug 9th https://www.fusicology.com/209219-riseup-deep-soulful-afro-house-celebrating-south-africas-national-womens-day/

DJ Big D and Dayslayer talk to Vince Lawrence, Chicago House Music Pioneer, from South Central LA via phone. This conversation was set up by our segment producer, Keenan King aka DJ Naneek Divad. Vince shares his upbringing, history of song "On and On" with Jesse Saunders, record pools, what happened that night in Comisky Park, 40 years ago, at Disco Demolition Night, promoted by Steve Dahl. And questions why would the Chicago White Sox celebrate it 40 years later? Vince Lawrence discusses the societal atmosphere in Chicago and the rest of the US from the 1970's to today. He takes us on a journey of his entrepreneurial mind as a young teenager and he mentions how he launched multiple record labels and sold records from his trunk, pre Master P. This podcast is an amazing journey of a young talented Black kid from the Southside of Chicago. A must listen and share episode. Slang Music Group https://www.slangmusicgroup.com Vince Lawrence IG https://www.instagram.com/vingoslang/ Vince Lawrence Twitter https://twitter.com/vingoslang?lang=en

We hope the world listens to episode 10 of Blend LA Podcast. After this episode with Chicago House Music legends, Jesse Saunders and Wayne Williams, people will understand how amazing House Music is and how it transcends everything, from skin color to homophobia. These conversations were recorded with no edits, as raw and real and spontaneous as the creativity in House Music itself. The hosts of The AMP Collective had the opportunity to sit down with two of the founders of The Chosen Few DJs, Jesse Saunders and Wayne Williams from Chicago, at the House of Vibes Sunday brunch, at the legendary Fais Dodo in Los Angeles, thanks to our Brother in House and segment producer, DJ Naneek Divad. The first on-location interviews ever! They both break down "House Music" to it's foundation and essence because they are both! DJ Big D and Dayslayer go back to their childhoods, from the days of one turntable and basement parties and find out what life was like in the 70's and 80's for two young Black kids from the Southside of Chicago and how they birthed a music genre known and danced to around the world called HOUSE MUSIC. Blenders will definitely truly understand where House came from after episode 10. EPIC EPISODE 10. Sincerely, DJ Big D and Dayslayer JESSE SAUNDERS https://www.jessesaunders.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jessesaundrs/ WAYNE WILLIAMS https://www.facebook.com/Dj-Wayne-Williams-122621295345/?fref=ts https://www.instagram.com/djwaynewilliams/

The amazing Lady Alma all the way from Philly, chats with The AMP Collective about her life and House Music. http://theladyalma.com Lady Alma talks about her early singing career up through 2019 with the crazy video that went viral in July 2018 in South Africa. A young man lip synced the entire song, " Let it fall". Now Lady Alma is back after a decade break, with a new hit track, Twilight. Hosts DJ Big D and Dayslayer discuss with Lady Alma about her life and legacy in the House Music world. PHILADELPHIA, PA (June 10, 2019) - International house music legend Lady Alma announces her highly anticipated anthology album Twilight, released via Mashibeats on June 28th. The album is produced by notable musician Mark de Clive-Lowe. Twilight is the result of Lady Alma’s long-standing collaboration with Mark de Clive-Lowe – a musician, composer, producer, and DJ. Over their 15 year working relationship, the two have created an intoxicating blend of R&B, soul, house music, and broken beat that has further cemented Lady Alma’s reputation as one of the best to ever hold a mic. A nine-song collection of soul-drenched goodness, Twilight will give fans the opportunity to experience Mark’s melodic beats, complemented with an array of key patterns that are enhanced with Lady Alma’s rhythmic vocals. Highlighted songs on the album include: “Far Away”, “Keep It Moving”, “Believe”, “Pressure”, and “Light of Love” to name a few. When describing Twilight, Lady Alma states, “I would consider the music being a representation of futuristic soul - syncopated beats infused with a progressive electronic production.” In addition to Twilight, the resurgence of revered “Let It Fall”, which went viral via Facebook with over 20 million views (video of a fan seen dancing and lip-syncing to the song in Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa), has catapulted the demand for Lady Alma. Her recent feature “Make You Move” with UK star Low Steppa, has reached #1 on Traxsource, where she was also recognized as “Best of 2018” including: “2 Top 10s”, “16 Top 100 spins” and “60 features in DJ Top 10 Charts”, highlighting songs such as “Glory & Honor” produced by Darryl James, and “A Time And A Place” with producer DJ Ralf GUM. Lady Alma will be performing at the 29th annual Chosen Few Picnic & House Music Festival in Chicago on July 6th. For more information about upcoming shows and music, visit: www.theladyalma.com. Two advance tracks for Twilight will be available for pre-order on June 14th: “Far Away” and self-titled track “Twilight”. The album is available on all streaming platforms on June

DJ Big D and Dayslayer play a little catch up. Big D is fresh back from Barcelona and Marrakesh. Talk about dope trip, playing at Nikki Beach Marrakesh, then play selectors of some of their hottest tracks for Summer 2019. AtJazz http://atjazz.co.uk/ Paso Doble and Loxion Deep https://www.facebook.com/pasodoble/ https://www.instagram.com/loxiondeep/?hl=en Oscar P and Open Bar Music https://twitter.com/openbarmusic?lang=en Saint Evo http://saintevo.com

Chicago House Music Pioneer Robert Owens . This episode of BLEND LA welcomes Mr. Robert Owens all the way from Berlin. Mr. Owens drops his knowledge and life of House Music and his career. https://www.facebook.com/djrobertowens/ Hosts: DJ Big D and Dayslayer Produced by Keenan King aka DJ Naneekdivad

South Central Sessions Blend LA Podcast EP 6 Dayslayer and DJ Big D on the decks. AMP live mix sessions from South Central Los Angeles. A dope blend of soulful and sexy House music. DJ Big D and DJ Dayslayer give u a little bit of what they love about House Music, in this South Central Sessions mix for Blend LA podcast EP 6.

Blend LA's episode 5 features Chicago House Music legend, Mr. Gene Hunt. DJ Gene Hunt takes DJ Big D and Dayslayer, the hosts of Blend LA podcast, on his Chicago House Music life's journey, from the mid 80's to now. Powerful, spiritual and funny. Website https://www.mrgenehunt.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Gene-Hunt-Chicago-370089433155374/ Check out Mr. Gene Hunt's Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/mrgenehunt/ Produced by Keenan King aka DJ Naneekdivad

Blend LA talks with special guest Michele Meiche about spirituality in House Music and her life in the Chicago House music, NYC and Paris music scenes. EP 4 is funny, deep and insightful. Introduced by her dear friend and our segment producer and DJ, Keenan King. From underground pre-rave parties in Chicago to the House Music night life scene in Paris, Michele Meiche lived, danced and breathed House Music. She was always to the left of the DJ. www.soulplayground.com/soulplayground/michele-meiche/ www.blogtalkradio.com/awakenings https://www.facebook.com/MicheleMeiche/ https://soundcloud.com/michele-meiche Produced by Keenan King aka DJ Naneekdivad

AMP gives their brother in House Music, Tony Soul, House Music DJ and music producer a call down in New Orleans. Tony Soul shares his love of House with The AMP Collective. Informational, funny, raw and touching. Master DJ Tony Soul shares with DJ Big D and Dayslayer his House music story and AMP showcases one of his life changing Balcony Sessions sets. Link to Balcony Sessions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoETWd8DkUk Dennis Ferrer https://twitter.com/dennisferrer Track- How do I let go https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZIGBuYKa6A

BlendLA Hosts DJ Big D and Dayslayer go crate digging and share their special Chicago House Music finds with their listeners. D and Dayslayer recap and share what crate digging is all about. Intro and outro from our cool friend, Master DJ Tony Soul. https://twitter.com/tonysoulsf?lang=en Crate digging track selections: Larry Heard https://www.facebook.com/Larry-Heard-aka-MR-Fingers-29830087700/ "Can you feel it?" Allevated Records http://alleviatedrecords.com/ Frankie Knuckles. https://www.facebook.com/fkfoundation/ Jamie Principle https://twitter.com/JamiePrinciple?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor " Your love" Trax Records https://traxrecords.net/

The AMP Collective created Blend LA to share their passion to the culture of House Music. The hosts, DJ Big D and Dayslayer are curators and ambassadors of House music and any music through the African Diaspora and world that is rooted in House music. The first episode is a nice cool introduction to the hosts, DJ Big D and DJ Dayslayer. They will give their audience a friendly intro to who they are and what Blend LA will be all about. It is entertaining, informative, candid and a little humorous at times. Enjoy and welcome to Blend LA. Important topic links: http://www.jessesaunders.com Our intro and outro music is provided by the one and only Tony Soul. https://soundcloud.com/tony-soul