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Hard House History

Welcome to Hard House History, formerly known as When I Grow Up, hosted by Hard House icon Paul Glazby. This podcast dives deep into the evolution of the Hard House movement, exploring the music, the culture, and the unforgettable nights that defined an era. Join Paul as he reconnects with the DJs, producers, promoters, and fans who built the scene from the underground up. Whether you lived it or are discovering it for the first time, Hard House History is your front-row seat to the beats, stories,

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53:24

Nicole Tovey: From Lawyer to Lifter

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2025/08/11

In this inspiring episode of When I Grow Up, Paul sits down with Nicole Tovey, lawyer turned bodybuilding champion and now sought-after women's fitness coach. Nicole shares how a chance career detour took her from Adelaide's legal world to Bermuda's pink-sand shores, and ultimately into the world of competitive bodybuilding.She opens up about the highs and lows of competing, from salsa dancing and strength training to the mental and physical toll of the sport — and why she made the decision

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65:14

Amber D - Flow State, Hard House, and Healing

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2025/08/04

In this powerful and inspiring episode of When I Grow Up, Paul reconnects with long-time friend and legendary DJ Amber D, whose journey through life, music, and mental health is nothing short of remarkable.Amber shares her deeply personal story of losing her mother at just 17, navigating homelessness, and finding solace and purpose through the world of hard house music. She recalls the first time she touched a set of decks and experienced “flow state”, a moment that would change the

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63:09

Tom Williams: The Party That Never Ended

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2025/07/28

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of When I Grow Up, Paul sits down with longtime friend and fellow party veteran Tom Williams from Bradford. The pair delves deep into nearly three decades of shared memories, spanning from their first chaotic club nights in the late '90s to DJing after-parties, road-tripping for gigs, and the magic of forming lasting friendships through music.Tom recalls the now-legendary night at Sundissential in Leeds that kickstarted it all, a chance encounter with

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61:18

Baby Doc: The Enigma Behind the Hard House Revolution

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2025/07/21

In this electrifying episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with the legendary and elusive figure of the hard house scene, Baby Doc. Known for shaping the sound of a generation alongside John the Dentist and others, Baby Doc lifts the veil on decades of dancefloor domination, sonic innovation, and wild studio sessions.Recorded between Berlin and memory lane, this episode dives deep into the origins of hard house, trade club nights, and the unexpected magic that happens when you

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57:30

Lucy Fur: Beats, Babies & the Beautiful Chaos of Club...

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2025/07/14

In this latest episode of When I Grow Up, Paul sits down with the one and only Lucy Fur. DJ, mum, animal print icon and all-round legend of the UK hard house scene.Lucy opens up about her humble beginnings, from mixing vinyl in her bedroom on a pair of 1210s bought with a loan, to her first gig in a Herts pub, and eventually smashing main rooms at Frantic and beyond. She shares the ups and downs of coming up as a female DJ in a male-dominated scene and how a cheeky name suggestion from a

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14:31

Big Fish, Little Glazby

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2025/07/13

In this special episode of When I Grow Up, things get personal and adorable as Paul sits down with a very special guest, his daughter, Eden Glazby. At just 11 years old, Eden becomes the youngest ever guest on the podcast, but don’t let her age fool you – she’s already making waves in sport, music, and even the hard house scene.This episode celebrates the release of Big Fish, a brand-new track by Paul Glazby featuring none other than Eden herself. Inspired by a spontaneous living room dance

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39:58

The Accidental Reinvention

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2025/07/07

In this milestone episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with the show’s behind-the-scenes mastermind and unofficial co-host, Matt White, for an unscripted catch-up that charts the unexpected evolution of the podcast.What started as a simple idea, a few reflective chats about life, careers, and DJ dreams, has transformed into a passionate, community-driven series that reconnects Paul with his music roots, reignites old friendships, and welcomes new stories into the fold. From the

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54:34

Micky D: DJ Life & Reigniting the Rave

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2025/06/30

This week on When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with the one and only Micky D, a high-energy DJ, record store alum, and former semi-pro ice hockey player with a passion for hard house that spans decades.From spinning CDs at a Sydney ice rink at 14 to closing out iconic clubs like DCM's and Frantic in the early 2000s, Micky shares how a last-minute DJ no-show changed his life and led to a multi-decade career behind the decks. The episode dives deep into the Sydney club scene of the late

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62:06

The Tidy Boys: Chaos, Creativity & 30 Years of Hard...

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2025/06/23

In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby welcomes The Tidy Boys, Andy Pickles and Amadeus Mozart, the larger-than-life duo behind Tidy Trax, one of the most iconic hard dance labels in the world.This is the wild, hilarious, and inspiring story of how two DJs from Yorkshire created a global brand that helped define the hard house sound for an entire generation. From their early days running Tidy Weekenders to building the legendary Tidy studios, Andy and Amo reflect on three decades of

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55:16

Lee Haslam: From Dancefloor Anthems to Music Exec

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2025/06/16

In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby catches up with Lee Haslam — a pioneer of the hard trance and hard house scene who turned decks into direction, eventually stepping into the world of major labels and music industry leadership.Lee shares his early journey from playing to packed dancefloors across the UK and beyond as a core part of Slinky and Tidy Trax, to transitioning into music business roles where he now operates as a senior figure in one of the world’s biggest

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64:27

Ian M – The Originator of Hard Dance

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2025/06/09

In this special episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby is joined by the man who helped define an entire genre, Ian M. Widely credited as the Godfather of UK hard house and hard dance, Ian shares the incredible story of how his career shaped, and was shaped by, the movement that followed.From his early days as a resident at Trade, the legendary London after-hours club, Ian gives us a front-row seat to the rise of a sound that would dominate dancefloors for a generation. He reflects on iconic

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72:02

Tom Muir from Insomniacz: The Man Who Built a Movement

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2025/06/02

In this milestone episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with Tom, the visionary behind Insomniacz, one of the most legendary after-hours club brands in UK dance history.Tom opens up about how a simple afterparty at his house grew into a clubbing institution that shaped the careers of DJs, changed lives, and built a culture that still thrives decades later. From the packed dancefloors of Europa and Corporation to licensing battles, police pressure, and the GHB crisis, Tom shares

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71:20

Steve Hill – Tripoli Trax, Frantic & Building a Dance...

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2025/05/26

In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby reconnects with long-time friend and dance music legend Steve Hill for a deep dive into his remarkable career journey. From starting out in Wellington record shops to becoming a central figure in London’s iconic hard house scene, Steve shares how he became part of the rise of Tripoli Trax, Frantic, and beyond.They talk vinyl culture, record label memories, working with some of the biggest names in the business, and the wild UK clubbing days of

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65:41

Lisa Lashes: From Rave Queen to Music Mentor

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2025/05/19

In this powerhouse episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby catches up with none other than Lisa Lashes, one of the most iconic figures in UK dance music. From wild nights at Sundissential to front-page headlines and international tours, Lisa shares how she went from working at Marks & Spencer to becoming the first female DJ to break into the Mixmag Top 10.They talk about the early days of Hard House, her fast rise in the '90s club scene, and what it was like to tour the world when dance

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47:08

Sam’s McAuliffe's Journey - Surf Lifesaver, Athlete,...

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2025/05/12

In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with Sam, the youngest guest ever to appear on the podcast. At just 23, Sam has already packed more life experience than most, going from surf lifesaving champion and Australian triathlete to enlisting for the Australian Army’s Special Forces Direct Entry.They chat about Sam’s incredible journey from his first job as a glass collector at the Surf Club to becoming a decorated surf lifesaver with countless rescues under his belt. He

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85:54

DAVE the Drummer: Techno, Vinyl, and the Underground...

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2025/05/05

In this milestone 20th episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with none other than Dave the Drummer – a true pioneer of the UK techno and acid scene. With a career spanning more than three decades, Dave has seen it all: the birth of the underground rave movement, the golden era of vinyl, the crash of physical sales, and the rise of digital dominance.In this raw and insightful chat, Dave shares how he navigated the ever-changing landscape of electronic music, from illegal warehouse

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55:22

The Daryl Batchelor Story: War Zones, Coding, and AI

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2025/04/28

In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with Daryl Batchelor to explore a truly fascinating life journey, from serving as an infantry officer in the Australian Army to becoming a self-taught web developer, entrepreneur, and AI leader.Daryl shares his experiences from deployments in East Timor and Afghanistan, mentoring Afghan soldiers under extreme conditions, and how military life shaped his mindset. After leaving the Army, Darryl taught himself coding, moved into web and

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68:09

Alf Bamford (aka Tecknikal)- From Teenage Prodigy to...

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2025/04/21

In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with longtime friend and hard dance producer Alf Bamford, better known as Tecknikal, for a massive deep dive into his journey from bedroom beats to global dance floors.Alf opens up about getting signed as a teenager, sending demos while still in school, and how skipping college paid off when remix work started rolling in. From remixing for major names to a wild 10-year stint in London’s hedonistic club scene, to eventually relocating

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66:13

Can I Get a Witness? Life, Law & Liza Friedwald

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2025/04/14

In this hilarious and raw episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby sits down with Gold Coast family lawyer Liza Friedwald, and let’s just say, It’s a journey.From her first day in court with nothing but a pen and paper (and no idea what an axle is), to prosecuting overloaded truckies, handling money laundering cases, surviving postnatal depression, and being evacuated during the Lindt Café siege, Liza has seen it all.They chat about how Sam Brown’s “Can I Get a Witness” music video inspired

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66:38

Rob Tissera - Illegal Raves, Prison Time, and Dance...

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2025/04/07

In this explosive episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby reunites with dance music legend Rob Tissera for an unfiltered chat about his incredible life and career. From playing at illegal raves in the early '90s and inciting a three-hour standoff with riot police, to spending time in prison and coming out stronger, Rob holds nothing back.They dive into the origins of the acid house scene, Rob’s time behind bars at Armley Jail, and how that experience became the turning point in his music

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