ROOBY has DJ’d alongside names including Fatboy Slim and Armand Van Helden, but the conversation goes way beyond the big names and big stages. They get into what it’s really like building a career as a DJ while being a mum and balancing family life with a full-time career in music.

They also tackle one of the biggest debates in the industry: should DJs still play for free just to get themselves onto a big line-up? When is exposure actually worth it - and when are you simply being taken for a ride?

Plus, ROOBY shares some wild backstage stories from Ibiza that definitely shouldn’t stay backstage…

Hosted by Caroline Hesford, Produced by Nuria Riba Rossy, & Music Production by Sean Ahern

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From his Irish roots and his father’s influence, to putting on gigs across South West London and the traumatic experience that ultimately pushed him to start his own company, Chris shares the highs, lows and lessons that have come with building a successful events business.

He also reveals what really happens behind the scenes at his gigs, including how celebrities from Noel Gallagher to Lily Phillips use his events to switch off and decompress after a demanding week, and shares the secrets he’s learned to get a crowd completely behind the music.

Expect stories from the London nightlife scene, honest conversations about resilience and entrepreneurship, and plenty of insight into what really makes a great night out.

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide. If this topic brings up difficult feelings for you, please listen with care. If you need support, there are resources available online. In the UK, you can contact Samaritans by calling 116 123, or Shout by texting SHOUT to 85258.

What’s on Your Rider? hosted by Caroline Hesford and produced by Nuria Riba Rossy.

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Connor opens up about the highs and lows of making such a major career change, what it takes to build a career in music, and his work behind the scenes helping to develop artists through Lost Culture Records and creating opportunities for other DJs coming through the industry.

He also reveals the reality behind his real and dream riders, giving us a few unexpected insights into his personality, takes on the Guess the Rider Challenge, and has a surprise waiting for us at the end of the episode… 👀

Expect honest conversations about changing careers, the realities of working in the music industry, stories from behind the scenes, and plenty of laughs along the way.

What’s on Your Rider? is a brand-new interview series created and hosted by Caroline Hesford, celebrating the people behind music and culture. Using guests’ real and dream riders as a playful way into conversation, the series uncovers the stories, habits, personalities and experiences behind careers in music, culture, events and the creative industries - with sports, founders, influencers and more to come.

What’s on Your Rider? hosted by Caroline Hesford and produced by Nuria Riba Rossy.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.