Music podcast connecting a community of authentic people who share a genuine passion for music and wellbeing - encouraging partying with balance. We champion fresh talent and up and coming artists. Bring every part of you...Be Bold. Dance Free.
SAM PHONIC, MINISTRY OF SOUND BOXED IN CHAMPION, EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW.
Sam Phonic, winner of the first ever Boxed In DJ competition by Ministry of Sound and the Faded Back to Back DJ Battle, joins the Naughty Parrot Podcast for an honest, funny conversation about DJ battles, imposter syndrome and finding where you belong in dance music. From staying behind after school on "the worst decks I've ever seen" to winning a battle on four decks at Egg, Sam shares what it's really like to compete in a room where everyone is watching, why three months of seven-nights-a-...
11 Sept 2026
STEVEN BRAINES, CO-FOUNDER OF HE.SHE.THEY, EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Steven Braines, co-founder of HE.SHE.THEY and a working artist manager, joins the Naughty Parrot Podcast for a raw, funny and unfiltered conversation about inclusive nightlife, class, and building a brand without diluting what you believe in. From growing HE.SHE.THEY into a 25-country movement to living life as his drag alter-ego Sandra, Steven shares behind-the-scenes stories, industry home truths, and what it actually costs, financially and mentally, to build something real in music. In t...
10 Aug 2026
The Sound of Sobriety: Holly's Most Personal Mix Yet
Groovy, uplifting, and full of live-sound energy, this is the DJ mix that captures exactly who Holly is behind the decks. Recorded exclusively for Naughty Parrot Podcast, it's the perfect soundtrack whether you're winding down or getting ready for a night out. This mix from Ibiza-based DJ Holly blends funky house, tech house, and disco influences with a focus on groove-driven, live-instrument sounds, think warm basslines, soulful chords, and vocal-led moments that build a real journey rather...
26 Jul 2026
From Bar DJ to UNVRS's closing party: Holly Hutch on Sobriety, Self Doubt & Why she only feels at home in toilets at Hï Ibiza
She played Ibiza's most iconic rooms, closed UNVRS, and lived through the chaos of the island's party scene, but almost gave it all up before it started. On this episode, Holly opens up about burnout, sobriety, and what it really takes to survive as a woman in the DJ industry. Holly takes us through her journey from running restaurants in Durham to becoming one of Ibiza's most in-demand DJs, playing legendary venues like Pikes, Hï, and UNVRS. She shares the real story behind her nerves before...
28 Jun 2026
From Canada to the Dancefloor: The DJ Who Opened Up About Living with HIV and Why Music Saved Him
What happens when music becomes more than a passion - when it becomes a lifeline? In this episode, Rij sits down with Antoine, a French-Canadian DJ now making his mark on the UK scene, who won a spot at the Naughty Parrot launch party and hasn't looked back since. But this conversation goes far deeper than music. Antoine opens up about moving countries to chase a dream, the journey from professional dancer to filmmaker to DJ, and his experience living with HIV: what it took to process, how it...
12 Jun 2026
Guest Mix: Darren James - The DJ Who Built The World's Smallest Club Which Went Viral
A curated Naughty Parrot Podcast music mix by Darren James, the DJ who built the world's smallest club in lockdown. This mix reflects the energy, emotion and atmosphere behind the conversation. 🎧 Created to accompany Darren's episode on the Naughty Parrot Podcast. Listen to the full podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/9YxkE59KVJQ Much love, 🦜 Naughty Parrot x Naughty Parrot Radio. Be Bold. Dance Free. Hit us on our socials to stay connected with your communit...
31 May 2026
The DJ Who Built the World's Smallest Club which went viral (And Why He Quit Social Media)
Darren James has been DJing for over a decade. He’s played Ibiza, built a fully soundproofed club in his spare bedroom, and spent years quietly watching social media slowly drain the soul out of the scene he loves. In this episode, he finally says what a lot of DJs are thinking. Topics Covered The World’s Smallest Club: a lockdown passion project gone properlyThe 2012 deep house era and how Darren got into DJingWhy social media is a net negative for electronic music cultureCareer vs. hobby ...
17 Feb 2026
Guest Mix - Curated by Nick (Manager of Pikes Ibiza) - Mixed by Danny Beck
A curated Naughty Parrot music mix by Nick, Manager of Pikes Ibiza and founder of Manoeuvre Records. Mixed by Danny Beck. This mix reflects the energy, emotion and atmosphere behind the conversation, pulling from the sounds of Ibiza nightlife, afterhours moments, and the culture that shapes unforgettable nights. 🎧 Created to accompany Nick’s episode on the Naughty Parrot Podcast. Listen to the full podcast episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tvpk9SRR5k Much love,&n...
26 Jan 2026
Nick (Manager of Pikes Ibiza) on THE Viral Voice Note, Nightlife Culture & Sobriety | Naughty Parrot Radio
Nick, Manager of Pikes Ibiza and founder of Manoeuvre Records joins the Naughty Parrot Podcast for a raw, hilarious, and deeply honest conversation about nightlife culture, Ibiza, and the realities behind the scenes. From running one of Ibiza’s most iconic venues to navigating sobriety in an industry built on late nights, Nick opens up about balance, boundaries, and what modern club culture really looks like. We also unpack that viral voice note that took on a life of its own, plus stories fr...
23 Oct 2025
#010: GUEST MIX: KINGDON: on Jazz, House & the Roots of Dance Culture | Naughty Parrot Radio
In this special guest episode of Naughty Parrot Radio, host Rij aka Orijinal sits down with KINGDON – a DJ and musician whose love for house music and jazz shines through in every beat. This conversation dives deep into his musical influences, his background as a drummer, and how live performance continues to shape his approach to electronic music. Together, they explore Chicago house, disco, and the powerful relationship between music and the Black community. King Don shares his appreci...
21 Sept 2025
#009: Big Booty Energy, Pride Spirit & Jaguar's Wild Debut
This episode of Naughty Parrot Radio is a bold celebration of freedom, movement, and bass-heavy naughtiness. A nod to the spirit of Pride and all those who find release on the dancefloor, this mix features heaters from Prospa, Riva Starr & Harry Stone, Biscits, Gorgon City, Overmono, and many more. Orijinal also drops his own track Big Booty: a trumpet-filled, bongo-slapping, attitude-packed anthem featuring a fierce female vocal. Fresh off its first-ever play on BBC Radio 1, and support ...
27 Aug 2025
#008: GUEST MIX: ROOTS GINJAH: on Reggae, Sound System Culture & Naked Reggae?! | Naughty Parrot Radio
In this special guest edition of Naughty Parrot Radio, host Rij aka Orijinal sits down with Roots Ginjah – an artist fuelled by a deep passion for reggae, sound system culture, and storytelling. While reggae may not be the usual Naughty Parrot flavour, this conversation brings serious insight, energy, and plenty of laughs. Roots Ginjah shares how growing up with a record producer father shaped his love for music, his journey through reggae into techno and hard tech, and why sound system cultu...
27 May 2025
#007: GUEST MIX: DJ CORIBOI on North London Roots & Ridiculous Moments | Naughty Parrot Radio
DJ Coriboi shares his musical journey and North London roots in an interview with Rij aka Orijinal, followed by a mix showcasing his unique style and global influences.
30 Apr 2025
#006: House, Latin Grooves & Bassline Heat – A Genre-Blending Journey
🔊 Episode 6: House, Latin Grooves & Bassline Heat – A Genre-Blending Journey This episode kicks off with emotional house courtesy of Hannah Wants and ARA. From there, it's all about groove: trumpets from Youngr, melodic power from Monkey Safari, and a Mark Knight remix paying tribute to Avicii. Classic house from Dray, Latin energy via "Latinamerica", and some seriously filthy bass from San Pacho, ToBeHonest, and Fisher x Flowdan. We close it out with a banging remix of "Tarantula" and a ...
🌊 Episode 5: Floaty House, Funky Tech & Liquid Drum and Bass Vibes Start floaty, end filthy. This mix glides through warm house from maybealice, Puluse, Beetrootz, Fake ID, and Rules – a multi-instrumentalist to watch. Tribal house grooves from Syon and Avo follow, with Moojo’s remix of Whitney Houston for a bold surprise. It gets nastier with funky tech from Saison, Pawsa, Nu Aspect, and ends with lush liquid DnB from Friends & I and Pulse. 🎧 Featuring: Rules, Saison, Moojo, Nu Aspec...
30 Apr 2025
#003: From Melodic Feels to Filthy Bass – A Deep House & Garage Mix
😈 Episode 3: From Melodic Feels to Filthy Bass – A Deep House & Garage Mix This house and garage mix is an emotional rollercoaster. We start floaty with piano and sax-infused melodies from Rules, SHYA & Coldbank, then shift gears into gritty basslines from Surya Sen, Jamie Jones, and The Shapeshifters. Things get downright filthy with Joy Orbison and a 33 Below remix – this part is not for the faint-hearted. 🎧 Featuring: Rules, Joy Orbison, SHYA, Coldbank, Surya Sen, Jamie Jones 🎵 Gen...
30 Apr 2025
#002: House, Garage & Funky Energy – A Cheeky Dancefloor Journey
🔥 Episode 2: House, Garage & Funky Energy – A Cheeky Dancefloor Journey From smooth grooves to filthy basslines, this house and garage mix delivers on all fronts. Featuring artists like JEND, Jamis, Nu Aspect, Sunday Scaries, Mousse T., Lau.ra, Essel, Kah-Lo, Gorgon City and more. Plus, check out "Spirit of the Sun" by Cash Only & Charlo – and keep your eyes peeled for the music video! 🎶 Think UK garage meets vocal house and funky tech. 📸 Tag @dj_orijinal and show me what you're vibin...
30 Apr 2025
#004: House & Garage with Emotion, Afro Vibes & Naughty Drops
🎧 Episode 4: House & Garage with Emotion, Afro Vibes & Naughty Drops This episode blends emotion and energy. We open with melodic house from Miguel Campbell, Redlight, and the lush Tinlicker remix of Sian Evans' "I Found U." A dose of Afro house from Lemon leads into funky tracks by Claptone, Rudimental, and Jaded. The second half turns up the heat with dirty basslines from Pawsa, Jev, and garage legend Sammy Virji. 🎶 Featuring: Miguel Campbell, Claptone, Lemon, Sammy Virji 🎵 Genres: ...
☀️ Sunshine vibes incoming! ☀️ 🎧 Episode 1: Sunshine Vibes & Smooth Grooves – Summer House & Chill Mix Ready to transport yourself to sunnier times? ☀️ This house mix blends beach-ready saxophones, smooth vocals, and cheeky dancefloor energy, taking you from Ben Böhmer to RÜFÜS DU SOL, Carlita, Sonny Fodera, Chris Lake and more. Perfect for your summer soundtrack – whether you're relaxing in a park, vibing at home, or daydreaming of Ibiza. 🕺 For fans of melodic house, chill house, and...
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