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The Will Clarke Podcast
Hosted by Will Clarke · EN
The Will Clarke Podcast is a weekly show where Will sits down with likeminded creatives, artists and industry people from the world of Music, Food & Art. Discussing their winding journeys that got them to where they are today.
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Franky Wah - Why Chasing Viral Moments is Killing Artists
6d ago01:17:45Tap to summarizeThis episode is sponsored by the following:Playlist Push - use code WILLPUSH for 15% off at checkout https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionintellijend - use code WILL for 30% off Lifetime Subscription https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeN.A.P - use code WILL at checkout for Free Shipping & 2 Discovery Sets https://www.notanotherperfume.co.uk?sca_ref=11515654.mMCe4DKuWrQOQFranky Wah returns to the podcast for a deep conversation about building a real career in electronic music, the pressure of chasing viral moments, Ibiza residencies, burnout, live shows, DJ culture, social media, radio, and why slow growth often creates the strongest foundations.We talk about the difference between having a big moment and building something that lasts, why artists need to stay true to themselves, how the industry has changed with TikTok and content culture, and what it really takes to balance touring, studio time, family, health, and ambition.Franky also opens up about walking away from Ibiza at the right time, preparing his first proper album, the importance of grassroots venues, and why real fans will always matter more than hype.⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dave Alcock - The New Rules For DJs, Agents & Touring
2w ago01:24:48Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeDave Alcock joins Will Clarke to break down the real business behind DJ careers, touring, agents, promoters, fees, community, social media and what it actually takes to build a long-term artist career in 2026.They talk about why talent alone is no longer enough, why artists need to own their audience, how agents decide who to sign, why touring costs are becoming harder to manage, and why the “middle class” of DJs is under more pressure than ever.Dave also shares stories from working with artists like David Morales, Kerri Chandler, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Claude VonStroke and more, while giving a rare behind-the-scenes look at how the live music business really works.⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Option4 - Why Real Community Still Wins In Dance Music
3w ago01:06:50Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeOption4 joins Will Clarke for a deep conversation on what it really takes to build a lasting music scene.From helping shape Denver’s electronic music culture, to understanding the difference between a promoter and a buyer, this episode gets into the realities of booking artists, building community, scaling events, and keeping dance music alive from the ground up.They talk about why promoters need to care, why artists should invest more in fans than expensive production, how real community is built, why ticket prices matter, and why the future of independent artists could be stronger than ever.This is a conversation about scenes, fans, artists, promoters, record labels, and the power of putting people first.⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sam Divine - The Truth About Rehab, Sobriety & The Dark Side of DJ Life
4w ago01:02:13Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeSam Divine joins Will Clarke for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on the podcast.Sam opens up about her early days in Ibiza, the reality of being a female DJ in house music, 20 years of touring, burnout, grief, addiction, rehab, sobriety, faith and rebuilding her life from the inside out.This conversation goes deep into the parts of dance music people rarely talk about: the pressure to keep going, the hidden cost of touring, the normalisation of alcohol and drugs, the financial reality of being an artist, and what happens when the lifestyle that once gave you freedom starts to take something from you.Sam also talks about her new chapter, her 555 concept, returning to grassroots clubs, falling back in love with DJing, and why this next era of her career feels more authentic than ever.This is a conversation about music, survival, friendship, Ibiza, recovery and remembering why we started in the first place.⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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J.Worra - The Truth About Major Label Deals
Jun 201:09:55Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeJ.Worra joins Will Clarke for a raw conversation about the real emotional and business side of building a career in dance music.They talk about major label deals, self-releasing music, starting her own label Dialogue, the pressure to chase tastemakers, comparison, social media, success, touring, creative burnout and why the music industry can make artists doubt the very thing that got them here.A proper honest one for any artist trying to build something that actually lasts. ⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Baauer - Finding Joy Again After A Global Hit
May 2601:12:34Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeBaauer joins Will Clarke for a deep conversation about life after Harlem Shake, the strange reality of going viral, rebuilding an artist career, staying creative, Twitch streaming, sampling culture, record labels, money, touring, social media, and why doing things purely for success rarely works.This is a raw look at what happens when a record becomes bigger than the artist behind it, and how Baauer has found new ways to create, connect and stay inspired.⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Patrick Moxey - From Jay-Z To Ultra Records
May 1901:16:47Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkePatrick Moxey is the founder of Payday Records, Ultra Records and Helix Records, and has played a major role in shaping hip hop, dance music and the modern record label system.In this episode, we talk about the early days of New York warehouse parties, starting Payday Records, working with Pete Tong, signing Jay-Z, building Ultra Records, selling labels, launching Helix, TikTok, publishing, bad record deals, artist development and why record labels still matter in a world where 800,000 songs are released every week.A proper music industry deep dive. ⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuewhttps://www.instagram.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.facebook.com/willclarkedjhttps://twitter.com/djwillclarkehttps://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris Avantgarde - The Truth About Making It In Music
May 1201:16:34Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeChris Avantgarde joins Will Clarke for a deep conversation about the reality behind building a career in electronic music.From growing up in Germany and sending demos on CDs, to working with Scooter, writing music for sync, landing major TV placements, working with Anyma and Afterlife, and dealing with anxiety, therapy, touring, money, ego and self-worth.This episode goes far beyond music production. It’s about the mental game of being an artist, why success does not fix everything, how the music industry can destroy people’s mental health, and why staying true to yourself might be the only way to survive it.⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Riordan - Why DJs Need Social Media to Survive
May 501:18:53Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeRiordan joins me on the podcast for a proper conversation about what it actually takes to build a career in dance music today.We get into the reality of touring, how social media has completely changed the game for DJs, why great music alone isn’t always enough anymore, and the difference between getting views and building a fanbase that actually buys tickets.Riordan also talks about finding his sound, the pressure of following up big records, how TikTok helped launch his career, and why some artists blow up online but still can’t shift tickets. We also get into self-releasing, DJ support, playlist culture, the UK vs US scene, and the moments that make all the hard work worth it.A really honest episode about the modern music industry, building a career the right way, and what it takes to last.Talking points:The reality of touring full timeHow social media changed DJ careersWhy TikTok can launch records faster than everGreat music vs great marketingFollowers vs fans who actually buy ticketsWhy some viral DJs still can’t sell ticketsSelf-releasing music vs waiting on labelsFinding your sound as an artistBig commercial records vs club recordsUK crowds vs US crowdsBreakthrough moments in a DJ career⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ky William - Why So Many DJs Sound Exactly The Same
Apr 2801:02:21Tap to summarizeSign up for intellijend now: https://go.intellijend.com/will-clarkeThis episode was filmed and sponsored by THE LINE LA, Will’s favourite place to stay in LA - for 20% off your stay use code WILLCLARKE at www.thelinehotel.comKy William joins me for a proper conversation about where dance music is heading right now.We get into AI, Splice, why so much music is starting to sound the same, and whether the industry is rewarding imitation over originality. We also talk about the reality of being an artist in 2026, from marketing records and running ads to DJ fees, promoters, community, and why more artists need additional income streams outside of touring.Ky also opens up about building his label, helping new producers, and why real community still matters more than streams, followers and vanity metrics.This is a great conversation for any artist, producer, DJ or fan trying to understand where electronic music is going next.What we cover:AI in music and whether it helps or hurts creativityWhy so many dance records sound the sameSplice, sample culture and originalityThe pressure on promoters, artists and club cultureWhy community matters more than everRunning a label and developing new talentMusic marketing, ads and storytellingWhy artists should build multiple income streams⏲ Follow Will Clarke ⏱https://willclarke.komi.io/https://djwillclarke.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OmOdgwIzub8DYPxQYbbbi?si=hEx8GCJAR3mhhhWd_iSuew https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke https://www.facebook.com/willclarkedj https://twitter.com/djwillclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@djwillclarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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