Cue Drops

About Cue Drops

Cue Drops, the show where we discover the tracks that frame each guest's journey (DJ, artist or label), from their earliest inspiration, to their defining moments. Guided by the same seven questions, we hear about the tunes and personal memories behind them, as we learn about the beats, and the moments, that shaped each musical career. * Companion link including mix/playlist in show notes for each episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Kabir Malik

Category

arts · music · music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 May 2026

Latest episode

3 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Oct 2026

   Ep 18 • Heaven Lee

   In episode 18 we talk to Poppy Amber, known as DJ Heaven Lee, a relentless digger, with a sharp ear for the beat. Growing up in Ibiza, Poppy developed a deep connection to electronic music from an early age. Relocating to Bristol in 2020, she began making her name in the underground scene with appearances at Motion and Lakota. Now based in London, she’s become a regular on Wiggle London line-ups, and has performed at venues including Fabric, The Cause and HOLO in New York City, as well as at festivals such as GIVE! and Orchard. Poppy is drawn to the rolling rhythms of ’90s and early ’00s house, techno, (and everything in between), and crafts genre-blurring sets that balance energy, emotion and groove. * Companion link to Heaven Lee's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/kabbagemix/cue-drops-ep-18-heaven-lee-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/kabbagemix/cue-drops-ep-18-heaven-lee-mix/) Connect with HEAVEN LEE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dj_heaven_lee/ (https://www.instagram.com/dj_heaven_lee/) SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/heaven-lee1 (https://soundcloud.com/heaven-lee1) Connect with KABBAGE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/ (https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   1 Sept 2026

   Ep 17 • ROY INC

   In episode 17 we have changed things up a bit, and widened the pool of guests to include artists as well as DJs - meet ROY INC, a musical performer, songwriter and visual presence whose career spans fashion, music, dance and underground culture. Raised in Birmingham before moving to London where he embraced the club and fashion scenes, ROY INC developed a reputation as a striking and original figure at the intersection of performance, music and style. Before emerging as a solo recording artist, ROY INC built a wide-ranging career as a dancer, model and performer. He appeared in major fashion publications, working with leading photographers, and also collaborated with designers including Vivienne Westwood, Thierry Mugler, Pam Hogg and Jean-Paul Gaultier. TRACKS LOVELY DAY (https://soundcloud.com/roy-inc/track-4-lovely-day?ref=clipboard&p=i&c=1&si=715FE079BCC04249846895ED9427C823&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing) ATTENTION KILLS (https://soundcloud.com/roy-inc/1-attention-kills-1?in=roy-inc/sets/we-were-here-im-just-like-you) WAITING FOR YOU TO CALL (https://horsemeatdisco.bandcamp.com/album/waiting-for-you-to-call) WHAT IS A MAN (https://open.spotify.com/track/4sxGrWjQbWDJey7SP0YtYr?si=a63cf1140a074da4) LIVING MY LIFE (https://open.spotify.com/track/6XVdvAEqAnyKGYwH7KZHF6?si=82aabef2be104d22) I KNOW YOU, I LIVE YOU (https://open.spotify.com/track/0W8MpnhaImy0oPRkVpRvjI?si=14546f363b6b48e3) COME AS YOU ARE (https://soundcloud.com/roy-inc/8-come-as-you-are-2?in=roy-inc/sets/we-were-here-im-just-like-you) VIDEOS (DISCUSSED) ATTENTION KILLS (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ux0562Wnrds&list=RDUx0562Wnrds&start_radio=1) WAITING FOR YOU TO CALL (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMSz5y5l4S0&list=RDoMSz5y5l4S0&start_radio=1) WHAT IS A MAN (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kv6Rwxhd1YU) Connect with ROY INC Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roy.inc/ (https://www.instagram.com/roy.inc/) Bandcamp https://bandcamp.com/royinc (https://bandcamp.com/royinc) Website https://www.royinc.co.uk/ (https://www.royinc.co.uk/) SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/roy-inc (https://soundcloud.com/roy-inc) Connect with KABBAGE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/ (https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   26 Jul 2026

   Ep16 • MEERA (UK)

   Episode 16 sees us talking to MEERA, DJ and radio presenter, event founder and curator. Known for high-energy sets that fuse bass-heavy grooves, deep, tech, percussive house, disco and garage - always delivered with a deep and instinctive connection to the rave. A resident on Select Radio and Pure FM, MEERA has also played across some of London’s most respected venues including Ministry of Sound, The Cross, Stereo, Sushi Samba, The Social, and MOT, earning a reputation for dynamic, high-impact sets. In 2025, she made her international debut, playing UNVRS Ibiza and Amsterdam Dance Event, marking a major milestone in her DJ journey. * Companion link to MEERA's Mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-16-meera-uk-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-16-meera-uk-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

4. 

   17 Jul 2026

   Ep 15 • DJ SHORTY

   In episode 15 we are talk to DJ SHORTY, whose career started with pirate radio on ForceFM, and DejaVuFM, before moving onto KaneFM, BBC6, 1Xtra, and ItchFM. A versatile DJ, he’s known for his old-school, hip-hop style as well as underground through to more commercial, and he’s also comfortable bringing rap, R&B, funk and soul into his sets,. He’s also collaborated with numerous live acts and bands over the years, and headlined sets at events including Glastonbury and the London Jazz Festival. Currently he is one of the resident DJs at the world-famous Chip Shop in Brixton, he also serves as a lecturer at Pointblank Music School, teaching DJ skills as a degree module. Also, he delivers youth projects for organisations such as The Roundhouse Trust, Islington Council and the Young Urban Arts Foundation, among others. * Companion link to DJ Shorty's Mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-15-dj-shorty-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-15-dj-shorty-mix/) Connect with DJ Shorty Instagram https://www.instagram.com/djshorty79/ (https://www.instagram.com/djshorty79/) SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/dj-shorty-79 (https://soundcloud.com/dj-shorty-79) Bandcamp https://djshorty.bandcamp.com/ (https://djshorty.bandcamp.com/) Connect with KABBAGE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/ (https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

5. 

   16 Jul 2026

   Ep 14 • TINA TECHNOTIC

   In episode 14 we’re joined by DJ Tina Technotic, a late-blooming techno DJ whose journey into electronic music began in her mid-fifties after re-discovering the power of the dancefloor. While recovering from major foot surgery in 2023 she began learning to mix, and today she brings energetic sets to venues across London, as well as internationally, blending rave culture with her wider mission around health, longevity and human connection. Tina is the co-founder of Longevity Rave with DJ Yukari, and she also leads the JoyScore Experiment, a global open-science project exploring how rhythm, movement and collective joy influence the brain, body and long-term health. * Companion link to Tina Technotic's Mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-14-tina-technotic-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-14-tina-technotic-mix/) Connect with Tina Technotic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tina.technotic/ (https://www.instagram.com/tina.technotic/) Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/user-639532491 (https://soundcloud.com/user-639532491) Connect with Longevity Rave Insagram https://www.instagram.com/longevity.rave/ (https://www.instagram.com/longevity.rave/) Web https://www.longevityrave.world/ (https://www.longevityrave.world/) Connect with KABBAGE https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/ (https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

6. 

   2 Jul 2026

   Ep 13 • WILL KAYLL

   In this episode we talk to Will Kayll, who is influenced by 80s music and the original sound from the The Summer of Love. He always keeps the dance-floor moving and takes inspiration from A Guy Called Gerald, Frankie Knuckles and Kariya, amongst others, and loves to modernise timeless classics while keeping true to the original sound. Last summer saw the second year of The Riddle stage at Wildernss, which is the brainchild of Will and co-curator Jemima Howden, who met when Will played the festival when he was just 17 years old. Billed as a space for young creatives to showcase their talents within a safe environment, they encourages genuine human connection and there is a no-phone policy to inspire people to really live in the moment. * Companion link to Will's Mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-13-will-kayll-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-13-will-kayll-mix/) Connect with Will Kayll Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wkayll/ (https://www.instagram.com/wkayll/) Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/user-190157189 (https://soundcloud.com/user-190157189) Connect with KABBAGE https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/ (https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

7. 

   25 Jun 2026

   Ep 12 - Ben the Bee

   In this episode we're joined by DJ Ben the Bee (Ben Taylor), who started DJ‐ing in the late 80‘s, at the birth of dance culture, and the emergence of the world music scene. He’s played at clubs, parties and festivals worldwide including Kimberley, GIVE!, Wilderness, Harvest, Desert Heart, Womad, Glastonbury, Burning Man, Mucky Weekender and Bestival, as well as many gigs overseas including in Ibiza, across Africa and Southeast Asia. Ben is also the artistic director of events production company House of Honey, which creates intimate events and boutique festivals like GIVE! Festival and club nights throughout the yearly calendar. * Companion link to Ben's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-12-ben-the-bee-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-12-ben-the-bee-mix/) Connect with Ben the Bee House of Honey https://houseofhoney.org/ (https://houseofhoney.org/) HoH Media Player https://houseofhoney.org/mediaplay/superg23thebee (https://houseofhoney.org/mediaplay/superg23thebee) Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/benthebee/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/benthebee/) Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/benthebee (https://soundcloud.com/benthebee) https://www.instagram.com/benthebee100/ (https://www.instagram.com/benthebee100/) https://www.instagram.com/givehouseofhoney/ (https://www.instagram.com/givehouseofhoney/) Connect with KABBAGE https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/ (https://www.instagram.com/kabbagemix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

8. 

   18 Jun 2026

   Ep 11 - Yukari

   Yukari, a Tokyo-born, London-based DJ, is fierce behind the decks, and blends globally inspired sounds — from driving dark techno to uplifting, melodic moments — creating sets that move both hearts, and feet. From iconic spaces like About Blank and Matrix Club in Berlin, to ZERO Tokyo, and London’s House of KOKO and Union Club, Yukari brings joy, vitality, and an unmistakable presence to every performance. As the co-founder of Longevity Rave with fellow DJ Tina Technotic, Yukari is an advocate for music and movement as essential ingredients for a longer, happier life. * Companion link to Yukari's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep11-yukari-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep11-yukari-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

9. 

   22 May 2026

   Ep 10 - Bill Brewster

   Meet Bill Brewster, DJ, writer and music historian. Author, selector and dance-music historian, Bill brings wisdom, wit and warehouse memories to Cue Drops. As co-author of ‘Last Night a DJ Saved My Life’, and 'How to DJ Properly’, his stories trace decades of club culture through the lens of experience and love for the craft. Bill’s reflections are part history lesson, part masterclass, bridging the roots of DJ culture with the energy and pulse of its present scene. * Companion link to Bill's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-10-bill-brewster-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-10-bill-brewster-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

10. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 09 - Jack Leonard

    Jack Leonard’s Cue Drops captures the spirit of DJs raised on Britpop and shaped by big beat and electronic influences. It’s a deep-dive into what it means to find your sound and make each set personal and unique. Incorporating tracks he’s written with guest collaborators, including James Lavelle and Unkle, and Cheapcuts (which he formed with Jonny Harris), and their new single, Lately with Benjamin Francis Leftwich, expect reflections on track selection, crowd flow, and the art of staying authentic behind the decks. * Companion link to Jack's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-9-jack-leonard-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-9-jack-leonard-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

11. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 08 - Lewie

    Lewie’s Cue Drops story dives into the deep hours of London’s club circuit, and 5–6am sets where gospel-tinged techno meets hypnotic house. From Egg London to Ibiza, his selections build tension and release with cinematic precision. With heroes like Bicep, Floorplan and Dubfire shaping his palette, Lewie talks loop mixing, late-night resilience and the soulful energy that fuels his sound. A set-builder’s story, in equal parts grit, groove and grace. * Companion link to Lewie's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-8-lewie-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-8-lewie-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

12. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 07 - Luma

    British-Iraqi DJ Luma blends UK bass, garage and SWANA influences in a Cue Drops episode bursting with cultural pride and club energy. From Glastonbury’s Shangri-La to Boiler Room and Fabric, Luma’s sets bridge worlds through Arab pop edits, drill beats and fearless energy. Luma shares stories of discovering ‘Body Groove’ at 16, championing representation through Habibti Nation, and turning mishaps into milestones. A celebration of identity, sound and the future-facing DJs shaping London’s underground. * Companion link to Luma's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-7-luma-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-7-luma-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

13. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 06 - George Plant

    From Soho House residencies to Pike’s Ibiza, George Plant’s Cue Drops captures the evolution of a DJ who lives for connection. Rooted in deep house and Balearic warmth, his sets blend emotional storytelling with effortless groove. George opens up about his first overseas gigs, euphoric moments sparked by Lovebirds’ ‘Want You In My Soul’, and the crowd unity that defines his approach. With a sold-out debut release and more on the way, this is an artist tuned perfectly to the pulse of house music’s heart. * Companion link to George's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-6-george-plant-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-6-george-plant-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

14. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 05 - Oscillate

    With two decades behind the decks, Oscillate rewinds to their early days of mixing, when he showed up with two CDs, and prayed his USB didn’t overheat. From Underworld in Camden to beach parties on Croatia’s Yacht Week, his sets mix nostalgia, precision and pure crowd instinct. Oscillate reflects on navigating first-gig nerves, mid-tempo transitions, and those hands-in-the-air moments powered by Floating Points, Kiasmos and Amtrac. It’s a masterclass in resilience, rhythm and the joy of rediscovery. * Companion link to Oscillate's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-5-oscillate-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-5-oscillate-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

15. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 04 - Raven

    Raven brings disco, soul and pure joy to the Cue Drops studio, blending drag performance, Glitterbox glamour and timeless Ibiza anthems in a story that celebrates inclusivity on the dancefloor. From podium dancer to headlining Raven’s journey is as dazzling as their sets. They revisit dancefloor moments scored by Fish Go Deep’s 'The Cure & The Cause', Groove Armada’s 'Superstylin’' and Soul Central’s gospel-house masterpiece ‘Strings of Life’. A celebration of love, liberation and the irresistible pull of euphoric house under the watchful gaze of the mirror ball. * Companion link to Raven's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-4-raven-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-4-raven-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

16. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 03 - Savannah

    London-based DJ Savannah brings fierce energy and fresh perspective to drum & bass culture in this standout Cue Drops show. From her debut set at Glastonbury to technical fails turned triumphs, she shares how a passion for liquid, jump-up and soulful rollers built her sound, and how sobriety has sharpened her connection to the crowd. Featuring tales from Corsica Studios, XOYO and Hospital Records’ hospitality events, Savannah’s story captures the highs and heart of a new generation of DnB selectors. Expect lollipop giveaways, viral double-drops and reflections on keeping rave culture alive and inclusive. * Companion link to Savannah's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-3-savannah-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-3-savannah-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

17. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 02 - Steve Furst

    Actor, comedian (and alter-ego Lenny Beige) steps behind the decks as Steve Furst recounts the wild evolution from cabaret stages to London’s most iconic chill-out rooms. His Cue Drops episode spins through Hammond funk, easy-listening floorfillers and the forgotten gems of Britain’s retro nightlife boom in a journey where comedy and crate-digging collide. From Double Six, the UK’s first board-games nightclub, to cabaret chaos at Talk of London, Steve shares how vinyl nostalgia, Moog-driven grooves and soundtrack deep-cuts found their way into his DJ sets. A warm, witty ride through the offbeat corners of London’s nightlife history. * Companion link to Steve's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-2-steve-furst-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-2-steve-furst-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

18. 

    22 May 2026

    Ep 01 - Jay Taylor

    Kicking off the Cue Drops series, Jay Taylor takes us deep into the roots of UK house and techno, revisiting the early days of Kiss FM, belt-drive decks and cassette-recorded radio shows. With a career shaped by London’s underground and Detroit’s soul, Jay shares how his love for raw, analogue sound evolved into a lifelong passion with vinyl and dancefloor storytelling. From his first gigs and early influences, like Colin Dale and Underground Resistance, to the timeless energy of Drexciya and Terry Francis, Jay’s episode is a love-letter to a scene built on intensity. Expect memories of 90s club culture, techno classics, and the unfiltered truth of what it means to grow up living and breathing house music. * Companion link to Jay's mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-1-jay-taylor-mix/ (https://www.mixcloud.com/cuedrops/cue-drops-ep-1-jay-taylor-mix/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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