In this episode, DJ Crooked sits down with @Indo.Warehouse founders @KunalMerchant and @KahaniMusic to talk about the rise of Indo-House – a genre fusing South Asian musical heritage with house and dance music. What started as a passion project has grown into a global movement, with Indo Warehouse delivering immersive live shows at iconic venues like @Coachella and @BrooklynMirage, and soon, the @F1 Grand Prix in Singapore. Kahani and Kunal share their paths into music (01:15), the moment their creative partnership began (20:43), and how they’ve navigated the tension between cultural authenticity and mainstream appeal (33:10). They discuss building the Indo Warehouse brand while juggling day jobs (46:01), nurturing their audience’s understanding of the genre (1:00:31), and signing with @UnitedTalent to expand their global reach (1:16:20). We also reflect on their game-changing Coachella performance (1:46:20) and close with a conversation about Indo-House’s broader cultural impact – from music to fashion and beyond (1:50:01). Be sure to stay tuned to the R.O.A.D. Patreon for a special Indo-house edit pack curated by Indo Warehouse.

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This week on @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with premier EDM DJ/Producer and one of England’s finest, @JamesHype. They discuss his @ZoukGroupLV residency (01:36) and break down the differences between U.S. and European dance music markets (03:35). James reflects on his DJ roots in England (09:45), shares his thoughts on spinning with @Serato vs. @RekordboxOfficial (20:30), and revisits his first breakout hit, “More Than Friends” (35:01). He dives into his marketing persona as the “Hulk Hogan of DJing” (47:13), talks about his Ibiza residency at @Hiibizaofficial (1:01:04), and vents his frustrations with @BoilerRoomTV and his recent feud with @Deadmau5 (1:11:15). The crew also unpacks how James trolled the @Hardwell meltdown at @Saga_Festival in Romania (1:25:51), and breaks down his production process behind “Don’t Wake Me Up” (1:35:01). Finally, they deep-dive into the three-year journey behind his mega-hit “Ferrari” (1:44:32), his upcoming “SYNC Show,” and how he preps for late-night marathon sets at @SpaceMiami (1:49:21).

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On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew is joined by @TheCapts to discuss their new radio show on @SiriusXM’s Yacht Rock channel (1:07). They dive into why they chose Yacht Rock, citing its unique vibe and @Questlove’s take on it as “the best sitting down dancing music” (10:05), and introduce a star-studded guest DJ lineup including @DJJazzyJeff, @IAmMarkRonson, and @ZTrip (10:50). They break down their top Yacht Rock tracks (19:40)and discuss the evolution from Season 1 to Season 2 of their show (31:01).. The episode also features a candid discussion on the relevance of DJ agencies today (1:07:00), the emergence of “Detroit-style” LA (1:15:00) and exclusive membership clubs (1:24:00).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast – DJ MOMA: The Grind Behind Everyday PPL and the Cost Of Legacy

On this week’s episode, the crew is joined by the ever-insightful @DJMoma, who dives deep into his recent creative process and thoughts on the global music scene. Moma compares the energy and music cultures of Cape Town and Johannesburg (01:33). He shares how he’s been drawing music in South Africa (14:10), collaborating with local artists and cooking up new Amapiano tracks from scratch in old-school jam sessions (20:00). Moma addresses Everyday People inspired parties (30:00), breaks down his philosophy behind throwing international parties and the cultural risks involved (28:10) and the crew touches on the gatekeeping still present in NYC nightlife (56:01). The crew discuss the value of anniversary parties (1:39:01) and whether YouTube DJ party channels are really profitable (1:55:00). Later, Crooked brings up the rise ofwatered-down Afro house (2:14:00), prompting Moma to call out the “elevator music” version ofthe genre doing a disservice to real producers (2:22:55). Finally, Moma reflects on his last Dreamville Festival experience (2:55:01).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast (Bonus Segment) – Junior Sanchez On Why “Taste” Is Missing From Today’s Music Industry

The ‘ROAD 10’ is a bonus segment featuring a curated set of 10 questions inspired by the ‘Proust Questionnaire.’ These consistent, reflective, and often revealing questions are asked to every guest at the end of their appearance on the Road Podcast (Reflections of a DJ). True to its name, the ‘ROAD 10’ offers a unique glimpse into each guest’s personality, values, and preferences, blending humor, introspection, and candid moments. Originally exclusive to Road Podcast Patreon subscribers, these interviews are now available on YouTube after a one-month debut on Patreon. The ‘ROAD 10’ is designed to offer viewers a memorable and intimate connection with each guest.

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