No Tags

A DJ's unique journey unfolds as stories shift from elite dance schools to underground raves. Ceci shares enlightening insights on the politics of DJ collectives and the dynamics of queer dancefloors. Nostalgic moments highlight Bristol's vibrant nightlife and reflect on music's role in identity. The challenges of mixing and digital archiving take center stage, alongside humorous reflections on encounters with former political figures. This blend of personal narrative and cultural critique showcases the artistry of DJing in today's music landscape.

For the second episode of No Tags, Chal & Tom meet Nick Boyd and Tony G, the duo behind one of the underground’s best dance labels.We talked about why a record label in 2023 needs to do more than just release good record, the increasing corporatisation of the underground, acid epiphanies, Boiler Room, the music press and this episode’s main theme: the network of underground dance music in North America that ultimately drives Nick and Tony's mission. This is the Sorry Records story to date — but it’s also much more than that.Thanks for listening to No Tags. If you like what we do, consider following us on Substack and social media (we're @notagspodcast everywhere) - or rating, subscribing and reviewing No Tags on your podcast app of choice. Get full access to No Tags at notagspodcast.substack.com/subscribe

For the first episode of No Tags, Chal and Tom meet JK & Bempah, hosts of NTS's go-to rap show and true scholars of street music. Early champions of everyone from Pop Smoke to Jim Legxacy, their weekly radio show is a must for anyone with even a passing interest in rap music from either side of the Atlantic. We spoke about their story so far, the Met Police’s treatment of drill artists, whether Central Cee can go all the way, the lack of breakout stars in 2023 and something called The Theory of Him, which you’ll just have to let them explain. Thanks for listening to No Tags. If you like what we do, consider following us on Substack and social media (we're @notagspodcast everywhere) - or rating, subscribing and reviewing No Tags on your podcast app of choice. Get full access to No Tags at notagspodcast.substack.com/subscribe