Welcome to our Book Club series. Reading has always been a part of my life, for as long as I can remember, and I’ve always had a curiosity into what other people were reading, often questioning my family members about the books they had on their shelves or at the pool. Over the last few years, I’ve reconnected
Untitled 909 Podcast 186: Cadence Weapon
In the ever-evolving landscape of music, few artists possess the versatility and creative depth of Cadence Weapon. Born Rollie Pemberton in Edmonton, Canada, Cadence Weapon is not just a rapper but a true sonic visionary, seamlessly weaving his talents as a poet, writer, producer, and DJ into a unique tapestry that defies genre constraints. His
The Lowdown: Rosa Pistola
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve listened to Rosa Pistola’s Primavera Sound Boiler Room set from 2022. A flawless set that weaves together all of Rosa Pistola’s influences, the energy is infectious and is a shining moment for the Mexico-based artist who is one of the leading figures in the country’s reggaetón with
Untitled 909 Podcast 185: Andy Garvey
An Australian spotlight from one of the country’s shining stars, Andy Garvey. Hailing from Sydney, Andy Garvey has cemented herself as a formidable force in the industry through her various projects that are all tied together by one centring mission – championing those around her and providing a platform to some of the sickest underground
Book Club: Emma Warren, Writer
Welcome to our Book Club series. Reading has always been a part of my life, for as long as I can remember, and I’ve always had a curiosity into what other people were reading, often questioning my family members about the books they had on their shelves or at the pool. Over the last few years, I’ve reconnected
Untitled 909 Podcast 184: NVST b2b Zohar @ Positive Education 2023
When two become one… There have been a fair few Twitter debates about back-to-back sets, the curation behind them and whether they actually add anything to the set or party. But I feel it can create something truly magical when two artists come together, connected through music, to melt their creativity together. A set tells
Untitled 909 Podcast 183: EM + STAV
Having previously released on Intergraded, Gottwax, and Earful of Wax – production and DJ duo EM + STAV launched their own imprint, JoyLift, earlier this year. Originally starting as an event series, the pair launched the label arm with their own EP, ‘Endless’, drawing from Bristol’s storied bass mutations as a springboard for their own
The Lowdown: BADSISTA
We’re in the vibrant city of Johannesburg to celebrate Boiler Room x Ballantine’s True Music 10 featuring a huge lineup of local legends, international headliners and some of the most exciting emerging artists the city has to offer. Included in the lineup is the powerforce that is BADSISTA. Born and raised in São Paulo, BADSISTA
Untitled 909 Podcast 182: Yin Yang Audio
A deep dive into Yin Yang Audio’s production soundscape for Podcast 182. Currently based in Mexico, Yin Yang Audio is a prolific producer who is known for his meditative yet dark approach to productions. Drawing inspiration from dub, ambient, techno and drum & bass, Yin Yang Audio’s sound plays with juxtaposition as it can be
Untitled 909 Podcast 181: Santa Muerte
Describing a mix as a form of storytelling may be something we hear a lot of it but in this case, Mexican producer Santa Muerte really dives into that novel narrative for podcast 181. A mix with many chapters, Santa Muerte opens with a sense of melancholy before this is disrupted with an abrasive, conflicted