A DJ’s Journey - Ep. 9 Jem "Stone" Panufnik In this conversation Deckard speaks with Jem Stone, co-founder of Finger Lickin' Records, who shares his unique journey through the music industry, from his unconventional musical upbringing to the birth of his record label. He discusses his early influences, the evolution of the breaks scene, and the importance of collaboration and community in music. Jem also reflects on the relationship between his art and music, his experiences as a DJ, and the changes he has witnessed in the music scene over the years. Jem reflects on his journey through the music industry, discussing his disillusionment with evolving music trends, the challenges of maintaining artistic identity, and the importance of collaboration. He shares insights into his involvement with producing, art and DJing, the revival of Finger Lickin' Records, and the creation of his new project, Kaptain Karnival, which combines music and storytelling. Throughout, he emphasizes the need for creativity and the joy of making art that resonates with personal experiences.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Gemstone05:57 First Musical Loves and Inspirations11:50 The Birth of Fingerlickin' Records18:11 The Evolution of Fingerlickin' and Its Roster24:12 The Big Beat Era and Its Impact29:30 The Journey of an Artist37:38 Art and Music: A Creative Synergy43:33 The Evolution of DJing48:39 The Shift in Musical Tastes59:17 Reflections on Music Production01:08:57 Reviving Finger Lickin' Records01:21:55 Creative Fuel and Aging GracefullyIG https://www.instagram.com/jem_stone_panufnik/🎨 Jem’s Gallery: https://jempanufnikart.comJem Stone Art FB https://www.facebook.com/jempanufnikart/Jem Stone Music FB https://www.facebook.com/jemstonemusic/ 🪩 The Legend of Kaptain Karnival: https://kaptainkarnival.comKaptain Karnival FB https://www.facebook.com/kaptainkarnival/ Kaptain Karnival IG https://www.instagram.com/kaptainkarnival/Finger Lickin’ Records https://www.instagram.com/finger_lickin_records/#ADJsJourney #JemPanufnik #FingerLickinRecords #Breakbeat #UKBreaks #FatboySlim #DJPodcast #funkybreaks #renniepilgrem #DJCulture #ElectronicMusic #kaptainkarnival
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A DJ’s Journey Hosted by Deckard Ep. 8 Myagi
In Episode 8 of A DJ’s Journey, Canadian producer and DJ Myagi (Andrew Mavor) joins me for an expansive conversation about artistic evolution, the breakbeat era, touring the world, and why Burning Man marked a turning point in how he saw music, purpose, and success. We cover everything, from the remix that ties Myagi and I together to his new album The World of Tomorrow and how his love of sound, food, and fire shaped the next chapter of his journey.Check out Myagi's outstanding new album The World of Tomorrow on Myagi's BandcampIG @andrewmavor Threads @andrewmavorFB @myagimusic🎧 Full Episode out now — June 18🔥 Like & Subscribe to catch the full journey.#ADJsJourney #Myagi #AndrewMavor #BreakbeatHistory #DJLife #BurningMan #ElectronicMusicPodcast #DJProducerLife #ArtistJourney #Ableton #DJInterview #CanadianDJ #UndergroundSound
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A DJ's Journey Hosted by Deckard Ep 7 Simon Shackleton
🎧 A DJ’s Journey – Episode 7: Simon ShackletonHosted by DeckardSimon Shackleton joins Deckard for a deep dive into a life shaped by music — from acid house and warehouse parties to global tours and reinvention. They cover his early days as a classically trained pianist, forming Lunatic Calm, defining breakbeat as Elite Force, and his most recent work, The Shadowmaker.Listen now on Spotify and all major podcast platforms.#ADJsJourney #DJLife #MusicProduction #SimonShackleton #ElectronicMusic #Breakbeat #TheShadowmaker #DJPodcast #EliteForce
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A DJ's Journey Hosted by Deckard Ep. 6 Lee Coombs
🎤 Interview Outline – Lee Coombs | Ep. 6 of A DJ’s JourneyThe conversation explores the Lee Coombs journey through music, from early childhood memories and influences to the evolution of DJing and music production. Lee highlights the significance of sampling, the importance of building relationships within the music industry, and the impact of live performances on the speaker's career. The discussion also touches on the Lee's experiences with record labels, remixes, and the lasting legacy of electronic music. The discussion also touches on the impact of platforms like Bandcamp and the challenges of navigating the music business, including royalties and independent releases. Lee Coombs LinksBandCamp FacebookBeatportChapters00:00 Musical Beginnings: A Journey Through Childhood Memories06:13 The Rise of DJing: From Passion to Profession12:52 The Evolution of Music Production: Early Releases and Breakthroughs20:58 Sampling and Sound: Crafting Unique Musical Identities27:20 Label Relationships: Building a Career in Music34:40 Remixes and Recognition: Expanding Musical Horizons36:06 Exploring Musical Influences and Collaborations39:04 The Evolution of Sound and Career Milestones43:40 Collaborations and the Rise of New Labels46:57 Transitioning to Film Scoring and Sync Licensing51:52 Navigating the Music Business and Royalties54:46 Teaching and Mentoring the Next Generation01:00:10 The Impact of Bandcamp and Independent Releases01:03:30 Reflections on Legacy and Future Aspirations#ADJsLife #DJLife #AcidHouse #ElectronicMusic #Sampling #RecordLabels #Remixes #MusicHistory #UKMusicScene #MusicProduction #DJing #Collaborations #FilmScoring #Bandcamp #MusicBusiness #Teaching #SoundEvolution #Legacy
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A DJ's Journey Ep. 5 Keith Mackenzie | Hosted by Deckard
A DJ's Journey Ep. 5 Keith Mackenzie 🎧 Keith talks about starting off in the record business, diving in to the Florida rave scene and beginning his DJ and production career. We also talk about his record label Illeven:Eleven Recordings and the origin of his long standing friendship and collaboration with Sporty-O. Check out the full episode for Keith Mackenzie's journey to breakbeat legend. Like and Subscribe for full episodes and more content!Keith Mackenzie Social Linkshttps://linktr.ee/keithmackenziehttps://keithmackenzie11.bandcamp.com/https://soundcloud.com/keithmackenziehttps://www.facebook.com/illevenelevenhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1SeAGuTL2MFLRTYC2svp4Q#adjsjourney #djpodcast #breakbeat #musicproduction #deckard #keithmackenzie @KeithMacKenzie #electronicmusicpodcast @Sportyotv
After 25 years behind the decks, I've learned that every DJ has a unique path.
I'm DJ Deckard, and I'm launching 'A DJ's Journey' - a podcast that explores the stories behind the music with the legends who shaped our scene. Where every beat tells a story.
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