Loud&Unfiltered

Recorded at the Sagamore Hotel during Miami Music Week ahead of his B2B set with Olive F at the Defected Pool Party, house music legend Harry Romero joins Loud & Unfiltered for a deep dive into his journey through dance music culture.

From discovering electronic music in the 90s as a “brown kid from the tri-state area” through Hip Hop and Latin Freestyle, to becoming one of the most respected names in house music, Harry reflects on the sounds, people and moments that shaped his career.

The conversation explores his memories of the iconic Magic Sessions with Louie Vega, seeing Daft Punk in Miami during the 90s, the resurgence of Nervous Records, the legacy of Subliminal, and his long-standing relationship with Defected.

Harry also discusses balancing creativity and longevity as an artist, why he still approaches music like a student, the reasoning behind his many aliases, and how modern audiences are reconnecting with the roots and history of house music.

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Presented by:

Alex Jukes @alexjukebox
Grego O’Halloran @gregoibiza

Guest Handles:

@harryromeroofficial
@defected

Welcome to the very first episode of Inside Miami - a new series exploring the people, stories and culture that helped shape one of the world’s most influential electronic music cities. 

Before streaming platforms and social media algorithms changed dance music forever, DJs discovered records in clubs, traded white labels in person, and built scenes from the ground up. 
 
In this episode, Miami nightlife legend Jonathan Cowan reflects on the golden era of underground music culture - from the early days of vinyl digging and unpredictable club nights to unforgettable moments with artists like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Luciano, Loco Dice and more. 
 
Jonathan shares stories from the rise of Miami’s electronic music scene, how travel and entertainment shaped his path, and why real-world music discovery created a completely different energy in club culture during the 90s and early 2000s.
 
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Presented by: 
 
Alex Jukes | @alexjukebox 
 
Grego O'Halloran | @gregoibiza

In this episode of Loud & Unfiltered, we sit down with Tom Leek - owner of UNUM Festival - to explore the story behind one of Europe’s most respected underground electronic music festivals.

This conversation dives into how a once-overlooked destination became a global hotspot for underground music culture. Tom shares the origin story of UNUM, the vision behind building a festival in Albania, and the realities of creating a destination festival from the ground up.

We explore the unique relationship between UNUM and the Albanian government, how the country embraced the festival’s cultural impact, and why Albania has become one of the most exciting emerging destinations in electronic music.

Tom also opens up about the behind-the-scenes reality of running a destination festival - from logistics, artist programming and production challenges, to building a loyal global community around the UNUM brand.

Along the way, we discuss the evolution of underground dance music culture, the importance of authentic festival experiences, and what it really takes to build a world-class event in a rapidly growing scene.

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Also

@unumfestival
@tomm_leek
@alexjukebox
@gregoibiza

In this episode of Inside SXM Festival, we sit down with Sistek (Adolfo) — Chilean DJ and producer — to explore how he’s building a global sound by combining Latin rhythms, melodic house and euphoric electronic music.

Recorded in Saint Martin during SXM Festival, this conversation dives into how travel, nature and culture shape creativity — from writing music on Caribbean beaches to finding inspiration in sunsets around the world.

Sistek shares how his upbringing in Chile influences his sound, why Latin audiences bring unmatched energy to dancefloors, and how he uses that energy to shape his DJ sets around the world. From reading crowds in different cultures to finding “your people” on the dancefloor, this is a masterclass in connection through music.

We also explore his journey as an artist — from discovering electronic music through Tomorrowland aftermovies, to playing the festival himself, and now pushing towards global stages like SXM Festival and Ibiza.

Along the way, Sistek opens up about his production process, the rise of Latin influence in electronic music, and why blending genres is the future of the scene.

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Key Moments:
00:00 – Sunset Rituals & Latin-Electronic Fusion
00:21 – Podcast Intro & Welcome to Sistek
00:58 – Who Is Sistek? Name, Chilean Roots & British School
01:20 – From Chile to Sweden & Touring Life
01:48 – First Impressions of St. Martin (St Maarten)
02:10 – Exploring St. Martin: Sunsets, Beaches & Creative Inspiration
03:02 – How Sistek Describes His Sound: Euphoric Latin House
04:35 – Comparing Crowds: Latin America, Europe & the Middle East
05:35 – Reading the Crowd & Freestyling DJ Sets
06:44 – SXM Festival Crowd: Cultures, Ages & Vibes
07:34 – Ibiza as a Turning Point & Seeing Calvin Harris
08:37 – Sistek’s Upcoming Ibiza Debut at Hï
08:53 – Festivals vs Club Shows: Intimate vs Big-Stage Energy
09:45 – Ocean Stage & Intimate Beach Set at SXM
10:02 – Production Style: Latin Toplines & Emotional Melodic House
10:58 – Dream Collaboration: Rufus Du Sol–Style Spanish Melodic Tracks
11:20 – Craziest Gigs: Tomorrowland & Unique Locations
11:53 – 96-Hour Non-Stop Party Cruise (Miami to Bahamas)
12:37 – Touring, Moving to Paris & Life Plans Beyond DJing
13:04 – Football, National Teams & Supporting Barcelona

In this episode of Inside SXM Festival, we sit down with Elderbrook — singer, producer and globally recognised electronic music artist — to unpack how he approaches performing, writing and touring at the highest level.

Recorded in Saint Martin during SXM Festival, this conversation dives into how Elderbrook prepares for completely different environments — from sunset sets on a mountain stage to late-night club performances — and why every show requires its own unique energy and curation.

We explore the key differences between his live show and DJ sets, including how he uses his voice as an instrument, builds looping performances in real time, and balances playing his own music with other artists’ tracks.

Elderbrook also shares insight into his songwriting process — why he now focuses on speed and instinct over perfection, how collaboration helps unlock creativity, and why spending too long on a track doesn’t necessarily make it better.

Along the way, the conversation touches on touring life, playing unique venues around the world, discovering electronic music, and how early club experiences shaped his journey into becoming a global artist.

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Key Moments:
00:00 – Elderbrook in the Caribbean: Outdoor Gigs & First Impressions
01:18 – SXM Festival Podcast Intro: Rum, Pina Coladas & Guest Lineup
02:05 – Playing a Mountain Sunset Set at Pararama Party (SXM Festival)
03:51 – Elderbrook’s Live Show Setup: Looping Vocals & Using Voice as Keys
04:28 – DJ vs Live Performance: Energy, Identity & Expectations
06:10 – New Music: Elderbrook & Adriatique Collab + Working Fast in the Studio
07:44 – Songwriting Mindset: From Over-Perfecting to Raw Ideas
08:12 – Mobile Studio Gear: Producing on the Road with Just a Laptop
08:35 – Favourite Places to Play: USA, Poland & Unforgettable Crowds
09:16 – The Club That Changed Everything: Discovering Fabric & Electronic Music
10:07 – Dream Collaborations: Jamie xx, The xx & Influential Albums
10:29 – SXM Festival Tips: Sunscreen, Shade & Wild Gig Stories