FLECKIES INTERVIEWS
We’re here for the people behind the sound. The artists. The promoters. The venue owners. The grafters who make grassroots music what it is. These interviews go beyond the highlight reel – we get under the skin, into the stories, and shine a light on the talent shaping the underground. Dive in, discover someone new, and get inspired by the scene’s real voices.
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- Words by Chelsea Marshall
If you’ve spent any time on the grassroots Northern dance scene lately, chances are you’ve heard the name Lee Ashworth. Or, if you’re at one of his nights, you’ve probably heard someone shout “Up the...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
When you first hear the name Drinks On Me, you might expect a party starter – and you’d be right. But for South London DJ and producer Harrison, it’s also a mission statement: inclusive, welcoming,...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
On Saturday, we headed to St Neots for the debut party at Courtyard 58, and let’s just say… it’s giving grassroots magic. Tucked away behind the Citizen Hub, the space had never been used before,...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
What do you get when you mix techno, fashion, rebellion, resilience, and a whole lot of glitter? You get Chaotica – the grassroots LGBTQIA+ club night shaking things up in South East London. Founded by...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
If you thought raving was strictly for after dark, think again. Fresh Sesh, the morning coffee rave shaking up London’s social scene, is proving that great music, connection, and community don’t need to come with...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
If there’s one thing Selecta know how to do, it’s throw a proper party – and now, the underground drum and bass powerhouse is making waves not just on a national scale but right in...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
Rhythm Sound Party (RSP) is a house music event brand that’s been making waves in Corby, and it’s only just getting started. Founded in 2023 by Shay, the vision for RSP is all about good...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
What happens when two mates from Kettering with a love for drum and bass decide to shake up the underground music scene? You get Selecta, a killer DnB brand that’s not just about banging beats...