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Danny Rants

Join Danny Grant as he pulls back the curtain on night life, night club and the music industry. With crazy stories and special guests.

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53:35

Becoming DJ Hellraiser: Was He The Most Shocking DJ...

Danny Rants ·

2025/04/22

Send us a text DJ Hellraiser is a true pioneer of Australia's hardstyle and hard trance scene — a forefather of the 90s/00s rave movement. In this episode, we dive deep into his wild rise through Melbourne’s underground, his infamous on-stage antics (yes, including emerging from coffins), and how he built one of the most iconic personas in Aussie dance music. From Pharmacy to global festivals, Hellraiser shares the untold stories from the golden era of rave culture.

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51:09

The Future of Dance Music Is Not Human - The REAL...

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2025/04/20

Send us a text Techno icon Reinier Zonneveld joins Danny Rants to talk breaking world records, the REAL threat of AI in electronic music, and how he’s staying ahead of it. From wild gigs to mental tour stories and the future of dance music — this one goes deep. This Episode is not to be missed!

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66:12

How a 90s Techno DJ Became One Of Melbourne’s Most...

Danny Rants ·

2025/04/14

Send us a text 🎧 How a 90s Techno DJ Became Melbourne’s Most Powerful Nightlife Boss In this episode, we sit down with Simon Digby – a pioneer of Melbourne’s underground rave scene, co-founder of Wet Musik, and the man behind iconic venues like Alumbra, Miss Collins & XE54 – to unpack the wild ride from techno decks to nightclub empire. We dive deep into: What Melbourne nightlife was really like in the 90s His rise from warehouse raves to owning some of the city’s most exclusive clubs

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57:12

Funniest DJ Tour Stories You’ve Ever Heard! Aussie...

Danny Rants ·

2025/04/09

Send us a text Are these the funniest DJ tour stories you’ve ever heard? Benson joins us to spill absolute chaos from the road — wild moments with Aussie dance legends like Peking Duk, What So Not, Dom Dolla and so many more! The behind-the-scenes madness of club life, and what it’s really like touring with some of the biggest names in the game. We dive into his move to LA for music, his experience building music labels, and the state of house music in Australia. It’s unfiltered, hilarious, a...

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65:16

The Man Behind Onelove, Stereosonic & Kiss FM – Peter...

Danny Rants ·

2025/03/29

Send us a text Peter Raff didn’t just witness the rise of Australia’s dance music scene — he built it. In this episode, we sit down with the godfather of Melbourne dance culture to unpack his journey from running wild clubs in the ’80s and ’90s, to co-founding some of Australia’s most iconic music brands — Onelove, Stereosonic, and Kiss FM. From the sweaty underground rooms of Melbourne to stages that pulled over 200,000 people nationwide, Peter shares the raw stories, early struggles, and ch...

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37:05

WTF Is Melbourne Sound? Danny Rants Explains The Full...

Danny Rants ·

2025/03/29

Send us a text 🎶 WTF IS MELBOURNE SOUND! Listen To The Full Podcast HERE - • 3000 Podcast 147 : Danny Grant - Dann... In this episode, I sit down with Maloney from the 3000 Podcast to unpack the true origins of Melbourne Sound — my version, told straight from the heart. From the gritty nightclubs where it was born, to the main stages across the world where it blew up, we trace how a sound defined a city. This isn’t just about music — it’s about the culture, the charact...

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67:50

Australia’s Most Wanted DJ! The RISE of Restricted...

Danny Rants ·

2025/03/12

Send us a text Australia’s Most Wanted DJ? The Wild Rise of Restricted 🚀 From throwing illegal hall parties to dominating the global techno scene, DJ Restricted’s journey is WILD. Starting in rural nightclubs and grinding through Australia’s commercial club circuit, he’s now playing at some of the coolest underground raves in the world, including Teletech. We dive deep into his come-up, the tall poppy syndrome in Aussie dance music, and how he transitioned into the hard techno scene. Plus,

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66:26

T-Rek - Surviving 30 Years Of Revolver: Decades of...

Danny Rants ·

2025/03/03

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of T-Rek, the longest-standing resident of Revolver. From his early days as a drummer to becoming a legend in the club scene, he’s seen it all. With 30 years inside Revolver’s walls—longer than anyone else—T-Rek has seamlessly shifted between rock and electronic music, shaping the venue’s iconic sound. We talk about his beginnings, the evolution of Revolver, and how he went from the drum kit to club royalty. This is the story...

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73:31

The Untold Story of 161: Melbourne’s Most Exclusive...

Danny Rants ·

2025/03/01

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Sumpter, the owner of 161, to dive into the rich history of one of Melbourne’s most legendary nightclubs. Opening in 1999, 161 became known for its wild stories, iconic fit-out, and status as the hardest club in Melbourne to get into. We talk about the famous faces who’ve partied there, what made 161 so exclusive, and the infamous Breakfast Club that is the last club in Melbourne to shut on a Tuesday morning. This is the untold stor...

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68:50

The ATET Story - Melbourne’s First Floating Nightclub...

Danny Rants ·

2025/02/24

Send us a text 🔥 Melbourne’s First Floating Nightclub BURNED Down… Then the Council Shut It! 🔥 In this episode of Danny Rants, we sit down with Jake Hughes, the owner of ATET, Melbourne’s floating nightclub that mysteriously burned down before being shut down by the council. But was it just bad luck, or is there more to the story? 👀 Jake opens up about the fire, the fight to reopen, and how the council has completely screwed them over. If you want the real inside scoop on Melbourne’s

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55:07

Charlie Sparks (UK): From Bedroom DJ to Worldwide...

Danny Rants ·

2025/02/20

Send us a text From Bedroom Beats to Global Fame: Charlie Sparks on Anime, Architecture & Elektra Records In this episode, we sit down with techno powerhouse Charlie Sparks to talk about his meteoric rise from producing tracks in his bedroom to playing on some of the world's biggest stages post-COVID. We dive into his love for anime, how his architecture degree has unexpectedly shaped his approach to music production, and the wildest stories from his career so far. Plus, we get into the b...

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64:43

From Adelaide to A-List—How YOMafia Became the DJ for...

Danny Rants ·

2025/02/16

Send us a text From small-town hustle to global stardom, Yo Mafia has spun records for the world’s biggest names—Leonardo DiCaprio, Prince Harry & Meghan Markle, and A-list weddings you’ll never hear about (because, you know, NDAs). In this episode, she spills on her wild journey from Adelaide to international DJ royalty, touring with R&B legends like Janet Jackson and Fatman Scoop, and what it’s really like playing for the rich and famous. Buckle up—this one’s a ride!

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50:07

MLBRN: From Church Kid to Gangs, Jail & Rap Fame — A...

Danny Rants ·

2025/02/08

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with MLBRN, the Samoan drill rapper whose life reads like a movie script. From humble beginnings as a church kid, to the chaos of gang life, prison sentences, and the highs of rap fame — MLBRN opens up about it all. He shares the raw truth about navigating street loyalty, fame’s temptations, and how his journey spiraled into violence and incarceration. But this isn’t just a story of chaos — it’s one of redemption. MLBRN reveals the pivotal moment t...

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71:06

Australia’s Most Celebrated Rap Icon 360's Rise, Rock...

Danny Rants ·

2025/02/02

Send us a text In this raw and unfiltered episode of Danny Rants, Australian rap icon 360 opens up about his battles with drug dependency and the mental health challenges that came with fame. We dive into his incredible journey from early mainstream success to losing industry support and the uphill battle to reclaim his career. Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most celebrated rappers, with chart-topping hits and unmatched success, 360 shares candid insights on recovery, rebuilding, and r...

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65:39

How Homophobic Police And A Botched Drug Bust Led To...

Danny Rants ·

2025/01/26

Send us a textThis week we sit down with Melbourne Icon Gavin Campbell to discuss the infamous Tasty raid that created a stonewall moment in the local LGBTQ+ community in Melbourne and saw police pay out $6m to victims! We also discuss Gavins other feats from music to nightclubs such as Razor, Uranus and many more. A discussion not to be missed! Dont forget to Sub, like, share and comment!

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60:46

His House Party Turned Into A 10,000 Person Music...

Danny Rants ·

2025/01/12

Send us a textHe Threw a House Party… It Turned Into a 10,000-Person Music Festival! - How He Did It!In this episode of Danny Rants, I sit down with Corey Topp, the mastermind behind one of the most epic transformations in event planning. Corey shares the insane journey of how an idea for a classic house countdown backyard party spiraled into a massive 10,000-person music festival at the iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl! 🎉Corey walks us through the creative process, the challenges, and, most

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47:46

The Reality of Being a Nightclub Owner's Wife - My...

Danny Rants ·

2024/12/21

Send us a textI sit down this interview to ask the questions that many people have asked us over the years! The sacrifices and struggles we’ve faced as a coupleThe perks and unexpected surprises of being part of the music worldGet an inside look at what it takes to be in a relationship with a Nightclub Owner. Whether you’re curious about the nightlife industry, or just want to hear the untold stories from the other side, this video is for you!Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the ...

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64:53

The Untold Story of Melbourne’s WAH WAH Nightclub –...

Danny Rants ·

2024/12/16

Send us a textIn this exclusive interview, Steve Brown, the owner of Melbourne’s legendary WAH WAH Nightclub, opens up about the wild and controversial story behind the venue. From knocking back gangsters and dealing with drugs in the club to surviving the rise of GHB and battling financial highs and lows, Steve reveals all. He shares crazy stories from the early days of working in St Kilda, the challenges of running a nightclub in Melbourne’s notorious nightlife scene, and why he eventually ...

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64:43

Why Kryal Castle Raves Closed And Other 90s/00s...

Danny Rants ·

2024/12/08

Send us a textMelbourne's CRAZY 90s/00s Rave Culture & Stories | Trent McDermottIn this epic interview, Trent McDermott takes us on a wild ride through Melbourne's iconic 90s and 00s rave scene! From the legendary last Kryal Castle rave to the origins of the Melbourne Shuffle, Trent dives deep into the unforgettable days of Hard Kandy, PHd, Pharmacy, and more. Get ready for crazy stories, wild fashion, and all the raw energy that defined the rave culture in Melbourne. Whether you were the...

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56:57

Stumblin' In To Success. How Cyril Went From Rock...

Danny Rants ·

2024/11/25

Send us a textIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Cyril, the artist behind the hit Stumblin' In, to talk about his incredible journey from the quiet streets of Darwin to international fame. We dive deep into his personal battle with addiction and how he overcame the darkest moments of his life to become one of the most talked-about names in the music industry.Cyril opens up about his 'overnight success', the pressure of blowing up internationally, and how he navigated the challeng...

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