The coastal club night, INK, is gaining increasing popularity. Known for its emphasis on quality tech house and techno music, the upcoming event on May 30th, 2025, titled 'INK 10,' promises to continue this tradition. You can look forward to a night featuring prominent regional guest DJs, Pat McGrath and Lee Drift, who will be performing at the Unicorn music venue in Porthtowan.

In this special episode, we feature guest DJ Victor Simonelli, an accomplished artist from Brooklyn, New York. Victor has performed internationally, and this podcast mix was recorded in Da Nang, Vietnam. The mix showcases a selection of his slick, funky disco house music, highlighting diverse influences from around the globe.

DJ BenG, known for his warm disco-infused house mixes, brings a refreshing sound that aligns with the arrival of warmer summer weather. In discussing his creative journey, Ben openly addresses the challenges he faced in finding his artistic inspiration and highlights the importance of seeking support from the DJ community. This engagement has helped him tap into new ideas and influences, ultimately enriching his music.

Alkie, one half of the Symbiosis duo, has created an inaugural mix that highlights his favourite house sounds. This episode showcases a variety of tracks that have resonated with him over time. Listeners can expect to traverse the house music spectrum throughout the mix. Alkie is a noteworthy addition to the house music landscape.

We are pleased to introduce a new artist who specialises in the intersection of high tempo tech house and techno music. Mazarus has been developing her DJing skills over the past three years, during which time she has performed at numerous events and shared lineups with established artists across the South West of England. This podcast mix showcases her current punchy tech house sound which we love!

Tim French, a DJ and producer from Plymouth, steps back into our podcast spotlight, known for his Progressive House, Breaks, Melodic, and Techno sound. He has previously held residencies at notable venues in the South West, including the Dance Academy and The Warehouse in Plymouth. Tim is recognised for his progressive and melodic music styles, which he showcases at venues throughout the region. This podcast mix features his signature sounds, including tracks commonly heard in his Cosmic Sounds DJ sets.

Making her Little South debut, Sugarshaker is no stranger to the South West dance music scene having played at clubs and festivals across the region. Sugarshaker is a house, trance and techno DJ and this mix will bring a smile to your face. Expect a progressive mix with stabs of mood-lifting trance. We caught up with Sugarshaker where we learned about her DJ history and past and future residencies!

In episode two of our 2025 podcast mix series, we feature Reece Johnson, known for his ability to blend contemporary and classic tracks into vibrant mixes. His latest funky house mix embodies the essence of summer, showcasing an array of carefully selected songs. In the following section, Reece shares insights about his upcoming projects and what listeners can expect from him this year.

In 2024, a total of 24 podcast mix episodes were released, showcasing a variety of genres including breakbeat, liquid drum and bass, house, trance, and techno. Due to the high caliber of artists featured throughout the year, competition was intense. However, one artist stood out, achieving over 56,000 plays globally. Dave Hunt has been recognised with the honour of 'Podcast Mix Of The Year 2024' featuring some high quality techno!

We kick start our 2025 podcast series with Tommie Quick who brings the energy! Blaming a festive toblerone sugar rush, he has whipped up a hard dance mix. Tommie discusses how he is enjoying the new wave of energetic dance music which is reminiscent of the late 1990s hard house sound.

Pendennis Castle in Falmouth will be the venue for a unique outdoor event featuring orchestral renditions of dance anthems, scheduled for September 2025. A large stage will be constructed within the castle grounds, providing a scenic backdrop for the occasion. Attendees of all ages are welcome to bring picnic supplies and enjoy an evening of iconic house and trance music performed by a live orchestra. This event promises to blend the historical setting of Pendennis Castle with the vibrant energy of orchestral dance music.

As we conclude 2024, Ben Lawrence makes his podcast debut for us. In his introduction, he shares his passion for the distinctive baselines and engaging vocal characteristics of dance music. Ben has produced a 60-minute DJ mix that features a variety of dance party tracks, making it an ideal soundtrack for home gatherings this party season!

DancersHip is set to initiate a series of events in Plymouth, focusing on quality house music. On December 7th, 2024, they will host an event featuring notable house music artists, including Jonathon Ulysses, at the newly established Sawan nightclub. This event is organised by Flambé, a well-regarded event creator across the South West, who will also curate a DJ session for attendees on the night.

A new artist has recently joined our podcast mix collective, known to many through performances at some of the region's most popular summer events. DJ Robbo specializes in deep house music infused with Brazilian influences, creating a unique sound. His mixes are designed to provide an immersive auditory experience, characterized by a steady, engaging rhythm that encourages listeners to enjoy the journey of the music.

On 14th December, Inception will return to Penzance for an event featuring deep, progressive, melodic house and techno music. The evening will showcase a lineup of experienced DJs, including Nathaniel Sim and Set Ellis. The Front Room venue in Penzance will serve as the location for this highly anticipated gathering of electronic music enthusiasts.

On November 16th, Penryn will host a curious nightlife event featuring drum and bass, breaks, and house music. The performances will be delivered by artists mxther and DJ Hanabi. This event will take place at the 'Fish Factory' art space, located on Commercial Road, providing a vibrant atmosphere for attendees.

Dan O'Donnell, or D.O.D, will perform at Plymouth's DEPO on November 23rd, 2024. A prominent DJ and producer, he is known for high-energy performances that blend Jackin' House with UK influences. Beginning his career at 14, he gained attention after winning Mixmag’s DJ competition in 2010, which led to an Ibiza residency. Collaborating with DJ Laidback Luke, he released tracks on his label and toured North America. D.O.D has multiple #1 hits on Beatport and has worked with artists like Afrojack and Fedde Le Grand. His music has over a hundred million streams, and he has performed at top festivals like Tomorrowland and Ultra. He was ranked in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs in 2019 and has exciting collaborations ahead.

Matt Exelby provides a warm house podcast mix infused with trance-inspired sounds. Drawing inspiration from celebrated artists such as TCTS and LP Giobbi, this mix showcases a selection of tracks that not only highlight his musical taste but also illustrate the evolution of his current DJ sound.

The club night INK, inspired by the theme of squid, is set to return to Porthtowan's Unicorn venue, offering an evening filled with dance music. This event will feature DJ sets from artists such as Nathaniel Sim, Nathan B, and IOWLA. Both IOWLA and Nathaniel Sim are popular figures within the Little South podcast roster, known for their dedication to genres including bass, melodic house, techno, and various styles of dance music.