What's the BPM?

About What's the BPM?

Welcome to what's the BPM? Where we explore the History of the Australian dance music scene, from the influential Dj's, promoters to club owners. Let's discover how it all began and where its now headed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Steven Woolley

Category

music · music · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

17 Jan 2023

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

38 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   From Backyard Parties to SW4 Festival | Damian Gelle – Ep 35

   How does a backyard party turn into one of London’s biggest dance music festivals? This week on What’s The BPM? I’m joined by Damian Gelle, the man behind Heat UK, SW4 Festival, Electric Gardens and Electric Island. We go back to where it all started, from Australia’s dance music scene to the legendary nights at Brixton Academy, working alongside The Gallery and building SW4 into a major fixture on the UK festival calendar. We also get into the stories, the DJs, the madness and the unforgettable moments that helped shape UK clubbing throughout the 2000s. If you remember Heat UK, SW4, Brixton Academy or the golden era of UK clubbing, this one’s for you! Hit follow and share the episode with someone who was there! #WhatsTheBPM #SW4Festival #UKClubbing #DanceMusicHistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   21 Jul 2026

   Dexter Jones on Ibiza, Club Culture, One More Time & His Journey to Sobriety

   What happens when someone who spent years at the heart of Ibiza’s party scene decides to change their life? In this episode of What’s The BPM?, Steve Woolley sits down with Dexter Jones—dance music promoter, co-founder of One More Time Ibiza, and a man who’s experienced both the highs of the global club scene and the personal challenges that came with it. Dexter shares incredible stories from decades in dance music, what it was like helping build events in Ibiza, the wild years that shaped him, and the decision to embrace sobriety while remaining passionate about the music and community he loves. This is an honest conversation about dance music, Ibiza, club culture, addiction, recovery, personal growth, and finding a new purpose without leaving the scene behind. If you love electronic music, rave culture, behind-the-scenes stories, or inspiring conversations, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Make sure you follow us on Instagram here > https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/ (https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/) Please Subscribe to our YouTube channel here > https://www.youtube.com/@WHATSTHEBPM (https://www.youtube.com/@WHATSTHEBPM) Dexter Jones, One More Time Ibiza, Ibiza, dance music, electronic music, Ibiza nightlife, club culture, sobriety, addiction recovery, rave culture, dance music promoter, electronic music podcast, Ibiza events, What’s The BPM podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   14 Jun 2026

   Tha Apex | Hardcore, Production & The Story Behind The Mask | Episode 32 | What’s The BPM?

   Episode 32 | Tha Apex | Hardcore, Rawstyle, Music Production & The Story Behind The Mask | What’s The BPM? Description: In Episode 32 of What’s The BPM?, we sit down with Australian hardcore producer and DJ Tha Apex for an in-depth conversation about his journey through the harder styles scene. We discuss how Tha Apex got started, the evolution of his sound, music production, DJing, live performances, the story behind the mask, and the passion required to build a name in one of electronic music’s most dedicated underground communities. Whether you’re a hardcore fanatic, a producer looking for inspiration, or simply curious about the people behind the music, this episode offers an honest look into the life of an artist committed to his craft. Listen now and discover the person behind Tha Apex. Follow What’s The BPM? Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/ (https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/) YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@WHATSTHEBPM (https://www.youtube.com/@WHATSTHEBPM) Follow Tha Apex: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thaapexofficial/ (https://www.instagram.com/thaapexofficial/) #Hardcore #Rawstyle #HardDance #EDM #DJPodcast #MusicProduction #WhatsTheBPM hardcore music, australian hardcore, rawstyle, hard dance, harder styles, hardcore dj, hardcore producer, australian dj, music production, electronic music podcast, edm podcast, hardstyle, raw hardstyle, rave culture, underground music, festival dj, dj life, producer interview, dance music, australian electronic music, tha apex, what’s the bpm podcast, hardcore scene, hard dance music, music industry, dj culture, rave music, podcast interview, electronic dance music, hardcore producer australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100

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Quality

20

Social presence

97

YouTube

0

Engagement

68

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