When you think of the best way to describe the world’s finest DJs and producers, what comes to mind?...Taste-maker?...Trend-setter?...Visionary perhaps?

Only a handful of people can really claim to fit that description, but this week’s guest is all of the above…Because in the hot seat this week is Steve Bug - a pioneering DJ, producer and label owner who is famed for his ability not only to adapt to changing trends, but set them.Through his label Poker Flat Recordings, Steve helped pioneer the early 00s minimal tech house sound, and together with the various other labels he also runs, has made a profound contribution to the European house and techno scene as we know it.His talents have also granted him releases on labels such as Bedrock, Knee Deep In Sound, Minus, Cocoon and Defected, and Steve’s regular touring schedule sees him playing to loyal crowds all over the world. In this episode we discuss everything from how he generates his initial ideas all the way through to finishing them, how to find inspiration in the studio and stay true to your sound, plus the best approach to take to get your music heard by the top labels in the business.More than two decades into his storied career, Steve still remains a singularly talented artist. Listen to this week’s podcast to find out how!