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#54 Life After Ibiza & Manumission | Lisa Good

What happens after Ibiza?
For many, Ibiza is a moment in time.For others, it becomes a turning point that shapes everything that follows.
In this episode of The Dexter Jones Podcast, I’m joined by Lisa Good, a former Manumission Ibiza performer, to explore what life really looks like after the lights come up and the music fades.
We begin where it all started.The Manumission years.The madness, the freedom, the surreal experience of living in Ibiza during one of its most iconic cultural eras.
But this conversation goes deeper than nostalgia.
Lisa shares the journey that came after Ibiza, how travel, the ocean, and a series of life-changing experiences led her away from the party world and towards a new purpose, one rooted in environmental action, community, and legacy.
This is not a charity pitch. 
It’s an Ibiza story that didn’t end when the island chapter closed.
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We talk about:
🪩 Life during the Manumission era in Ibiza
🗺️ What happens when that world ends and reality returns
✈️ Leaving Ibiza and searching for identity afterwards
🌊 How the ocean became a turning point
🎗️The connection between music culture and community action
🎧 Ibiza DJs and creatives giving back
At its core, this episode is about evolution.How a place like Ibiza can change you, challenge you, and quietly influence the rest of your life in ways you don’t expect at the time.
If you lived through Ibiza in the late 90s and 2000s, this will resonate.If you ever wondered what happens after a life built around music, freedom, and excess, this conversation is for you.
🎧 Sit back, take your time, and enjoy this next chapter.
00:00 Ibiza, Manumission & Losing Identity02:03 Welcome Back: Life After Manumission05:43 When Ibiza Comes to an End08:18 Travelling Thailand Changed Everything10:04 Swimming With Sharks in Thailand12:09 Australia, Diving & Marine Conservation16:20 Cage Diving With Great White Sharks19:29 From Ibiza to Ocean Activism23:09 The Birth of Pure Sea Charity27:23 Why Registering a Charity Is So Hard32:47 Beach Cleans With DJs & Fatboy Slim34:00 Cleaning Up Camden Lock40:38 Teaching Ocean Awareness in Schools45:15 Why Helium Balloons Kill Wildlife51:22 Why the Education System Must Change57:04 Animal Testing, Activism & Awareness1:01:43 Food Waste & Overconsumption1:03:53 Why Everyone Should Watch My Octopus Teacher1:07:21 One Last Tune From Manumission1:09:45 A Labour of Love

#53 The Woman Who Documented Ibiza’s Club History: Katie Knight

Before podcasts, before social media, and before everyone had a camera in their pocket, Ibiza’s club culture was documented by a small group of presenters, hosts, and storytellers working quietly behind the scenes.
In this episode on Dexter Jones, I sit down with Katie Knight, one of the most influential yet often overlooked voices in dance music media, to explore how Ibiza’s club history was captured during its most important years.
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From her early days at Amnesia to hosting interviews for Amnesia TV, Boiler Room, Ibiza Global Radio, International Music Summit, and live broadcasts for Amazon Music, Katie has spent over a decade documenting the artists, venues, and moments that shaped Ibiza and the global electronic music scene.
 
This conversation pulls back the curtain on the media side of dance music. We discuss what it was really like working inside Ibiza’s clubs during the 2010s, being thrown into high-pressure interviews with artists like Carl Cox, Marco Carola, and Steve Aoki with little or no preparation, and why presenters and hosts play a critical role in preserving dance music history.
 
We also dive into career advice for aspiring presenters and podcasters, the importance of strong communication skills and public speaking, the realities of live broadcasting, radio versus filmed interviews, language and cultural fluency in Ibiza, online abuse in the modern era, and why nostalgia-driven storytelling resonates more than ever.
 
This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in Ibiza club culture, dance music history, podcasting, broadcasting, or building a career as a presenter or host in the music industry.  

#52 World Record DJ Set on KILIMANJARO (2018)

In 2018, a team from Last Night A DJ Saved My Life made dance music history. @nightmaresonwaxofficial  and the LNADJ crew climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and performed what was then the highest-altitude DJ set ever recorded - a world record at the time - all to raise money for children in need.
The challenge raised tens of thousands of pounds, funded a new housing unit for a special-needs children’s home in Tanzania, and has now been turned into a full two-hour documentary titled “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”.
In this episode, I sit down with Neil Kemp, the LNADJ filmmaker, who climbed alongside the team, carried the cameras up the mountain, battled 10 per cent oxygen, bitter cold, and exhaustion, and eventually brought this record-breaking moment to life on screen.
We talk:
• How the 2018 record happened• The technical nightmare of DJing at altitude• The emotional moments on the trek• How the charity created real, lasting change• Turning a lost project into a feature-length film• The next challenge: the world’s highest full-moon party in Nepal
The record has since been surpassed by others — but the story, the purpose, and the impact of this climb remain unmatched.
A massive shout to  @LastNightADJSavedMyLife  for everything they do.

#51 Why MANUMISSION Was The Greatest Party Ever: Lisa Good

Welcome to another episode of the Dexter Jones Podcast. Today I sit down with one of the most creative characters to ever work in Ibiza nightlife, the legend that is Lisa Good.
 
If you lived, worked or partied in Ibiza during the 90s or early 2000s, you already know her name. If you did not, you are about to hear the real insider story of the island’s most outrageous party era.
 
This episode dives deep into why Manumission is still considered by many to be the greatest party in history. Lisa Good takes us right back into the heart of Ibiza’s golden years. From the raw creativity of the Manumission entertainers to the madness inside Privilege, Space and the old San Antonio West End, Lisa gives the most honest, vivid and nostalgic account you will hear anywhere online.
 
In this interview we talk about Lisa’s journey from being bullied as a teenager to finding escapism in rave culture, Spiral Tribe festivals, Club UK and eventually booking a teletext ticket to Ibiza in 1994. She tells the story of arriving alone, meeting the West End family and accidentally getting pulled into the world of Manumission after walking in with vegetables, potatoes and fully spray painted costumes.
 
Only in Ibiza. Lisa shares never-before-heard stories about the entertainers, the backstage madness, the rubber chicken, the Manumission dressing rooms, the catacombs, the Coco Loco tree, Dennis Rodman, the shows that changed club history, the chaos at Space Tuesday carry on, the end of the West End era, Ibiza Uncovered, and the friendships that lasted a lifetime.
 
We also talk about the cultural shift from pre-social media Ibiza to the modern VIP world. If you ever worked in Ibiza, lived through San Antonio in the mid-90s, missed the West End bar scene, or partied at Privilege when Manumission ruled the island, this episode is pure nostalgia.
 
If you are curious about Ibiza history or the origins of European club culture, you are going to love this conversation. Lisa’s humour, storytelling and honesty capture exactly why Ibiza was such a life-changing place.
 
The escapism, the characters, the freedom, the sense of belonging and the wild creative energy that can never be repeated again.
 
This is one of the most detailed interviews ever recorded about the creativity of Manumission.

#50 The DJ who FIRST booked Tiësto, Armin van Buuren & Ferry: Graham Gold

PART TWO of the Graham Gold story is here... and this is where things get wild.
In this episode of The Dexter Jones Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most important chapters in UK dance music history. Graham Gold opens up about the rise of Tiësto, Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, the Peach era, and the explosion of trance and club culture across London, Ibiza, Thailand and beyond.
If you’re into dance music history, trance culture, legendary club nights, or you just want real behind-the-scenes stories from one of the UK’s most influential DJs, you’re in the right place.
Graham doesn’t just tell stories – he lived them. From breaking future superstars before anyone else had heard their names, to shaping a scene that became a global movement, this episode is packed with insights, nostalgia, and moments that every clubber will recognise.
In This Episode (Part Two)
– The early days of booking Tiësto, Armin van Buuren, and Ferry Corsten before they became global icons– The story of Peach and how it became one of the most loved club nights in UK dance music– The evolution of trance and its impact on British nightlife– Ibiza tales, industry shifts, and the reality of living through multiple eras of club culture– Graham’s role in breaking new talent and championing records that shaped a generation– Untold stories, pivotal moments, and behind-the-scenes insight from a true pioneer

#49 Pete Bennett: Life After Big Brother & His Hard House Comeback

In this powerful and emotional episode, I sit down with Pete Bennett, the unforgettable winner of Big Brother 2006, to explore the raw, unfiltered story of his life after reality TV — from fame and mental health struggles to grief, music, and his explosive comeback as a Hard House DJ and producer.
This is Pete as you’ve never heard him before.
We dive deep into the highs, the chaos, the trauma, the healing, and the unexpected rise of his new career in electronic music. From being bullied as a kid with Tourette’s, to becoming a national favourite on Big Brother, to losing friends, battling anxiety, and discovering his true purpose through music — Pete’s story is intense, honest, and inspiring.
Now signed to Tidy Trax, producing a full Hard House album, and preparing to play at some of the UK’s biggest events, Pete Bennett is proving that passion, resilience, and creativity can completely rewrite your life.
🎧 IN THIS EPISODE:
• Pete’s life growing up in South London• Being raised around the LGBTQ+ community & 80s pop culture• His obsession with Billy Idol, The Prodigy, and rave culture• How he started producing music at just eight years old• The wild story of how he auditioned for Big Brother• Winning Big Brother 2006 while battling Tourette’s• Fame, media pressure, and mental health struggles• Losing his best friend to cancer and hitting rock bottom• How meditation, manifestation, and music rebuilt his life• Becoming a Hard House producer almost by accident• Getting signed by Tidy Trax• His new direction: punk vocals meets hard house energy• The magic of the UK Hard House community• Why music genuinely saves his mental health• His vision for the next chapter — gigs, releases and purpose
🔊 WHO IS PETE BENNETT?
Pete Bennett is best known as the charismatic winner of Big Brother UK 2006, where he became a national household name for his humour, vulnerability, and honesty around living with Tourette’s syndrome. 
After years in acting, bands, comedy and TV, Pete is now experiencing a second wave of public attention, this time for his music.
With new signings on Tidy Trax, original hard house productions, collaborations in the pipeline, and a unique sound blending punk energy with driving hard dance, Pete Bennett is emerging as one of the most interesting and authentic figures in today’s rave scene.
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🏝️ ABOUT THIS PODCAST
The Dexter Jones Podcast delves into the real stories behind nightlife, music culture, DJs, Ibiza, rave history, and the individuals who have shaped the scenes we all love.
Honest conversations. Real memories. The real deal.

#48 The Sex Pistol of House Music w/ Stevie Hulme

🎙️ STEVIE HULME: From Punk Bands to Pacha Ibiza | Subliminal Records, Erick Morillo Era, Dance Music Legacy 
Stevie Vayne, also known globally as Stevie Hulme, is one of the most fascinating, influential and mysteriously underrated figures in the world of electronic music, punk culture and Ibiza nightlife.
From tearing up stages in UK punk-rock’n’roll bands to becoming Director of Multimedia and Music at Pacha Group, Stevie Hulme’s rise is anything but ordinary. He went from grimy rehearsal rooms to the heart of Ibiza’s nightlife machine — shaping the sound, visuals and international identity of Subliminal Records during the Erick Morillo golden era.
Now, with his new autobiography finally dropping, the timing couldn’t be better. Stevie’s story reads like a documentary: raw, electric and filled with the moments that defined modern club culture.
This episode of One More Tune with Dexter Jones dives deep into the untold stories, the madness, the innovation, the dark days, and the iconic chapters of a man who has quietly influenced an entire generation of club culture.
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🔥 In This Episode We Cover:
Stevie’s punk band past and how music saved his life
How he transitioned from rock stages to becoming a key figure in house music
The real story of how he joined Subliminal Records
Life working alongside Erick Morillo and the global Subliminal movement
His rise to Director of Multimedia & Music for Pacha Ibiza
How Pacha operated behind the scenes in its most influential era
Never-before-told stories from Ibiza, New York, London and beyond
How superstar DJs were created in the 2000s
The psychology, pressure and chaos of the global nightlife industry
His brand new book and why he finally decided to tell everything
The highs, lows, breakdowns and breakthroughs of a wild creative career
Lessons for young DJs, creatives and music professionals today
Why Ibiza’s culture changed — and where it’s going next
This is one of the most gripping and honest episodes we’ve ever recorded.

#47 Amber D on Being a Woman DJ, Ghost Production, Sexism, and Online Trolls

In this powerful and very REAL episode of the One More Tune Podcast, well-known Tidy Girl,  DJ & producer Amber D joins Dexter Jones for a brutally honest conversation about sexism in the DJ industry, ghost production, authenticity, mental health, how to deal with online trolls effectively and a whole lot more!
Amber opens up about her early days in Ibiza’s Hard House scene, the highs and lows of her career, and how she rebuilt her life after burnout, personal challenges, and industry pressure. 
She shares real stories from inside clubland - from Tidy Trax and Golden Superclub to record-breaking streaming on Twitch, teaching new DJs, and mentoring artists on how to stay grounded and authentic in an era of filters and fake followers.
We dive deep into the blurred line between ghost producing and engineering, why many artists feel pressured to fake it, and how Amber balances honesty, motherhood, and music in today’s digital landscape. 
She also discusses sexism online, the toxic side of social media, and her practical mindset for handling criticism, hate, and trolling while staying focused on creativity.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to survive - and thrive in MULTIPLE verticals simultaneously - in the modern music industry, this conversation is a must-watch.
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💬 Topics Covered
Sexism & misogyny in the modern DJ industry
The truth about ghost production vs engineering
How to deal with trolls, haters & online negativity
Recovery, self-worth & mental health for DJs
Streaming & community-building on Twitch
Authenticity in dance music & the return of Hard House
Why micro audiences matter more than big follower counts
How to price your DJ gigs & value your time
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#46 Tony De Vit, Fergie, "THE DAWN" and Dont Ever Stop

Hard house history, goosebumps moments, and the truth behind Don’t Ever Stop. 
In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Phil (Restless Films) to unpack the emotional, human story at the heart of Tony De Vit’s legacy—Fergie’s mentorship, the birth of “The Dawn,” rare archive footage, the Godskitchen Amnesia night, and why this documentary took 3+ years to make.
🎧 What you’ll hear:• The first time “The Dawn” melted the Q Club — and why that Hoover drop still destroys rooms
• How Tony mentored teenage Fergie and Andy, and the letters that said everything• The insane hunt for 90s footage (ownership rights, dusty tapes, lost DVDs)• Godskitchen at Amnesia: lasers, CO₂ cannons, and a crowd that knew the history
• Recovery, love, friendship — and the line that floored cinemas: “I’ll never see who you become.”
 
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👇 If you loved Tony, Fergie, Sundissential, Godskitchen, Trade, Peach, Miss Moneypenny’s — this is for you.
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#45 Trace Harris: From Ecstasy to Club Promoter to Author

🎧 Trace Harris: From Half a Pill to the Ministry — The Rise, Fall & Reinvention of a 90s Club Promoter
“I had half a pill in the dark room at Ministry of Sound… and everything changed.”
In this explosive, emotional and often unbelievable episode, Ibiza promoter Dexter Jones sits down with Trace Harris — the original Smarty Party founder, percussionist, and author of Walking Through Doors — to relive the journey that took him from bodybuilding to Bagley’s, from the underground of London’s rave scene to the heights of Privilege Ibiza, and through the darker sides of nightlife, addiction, ego, and redemption.
What begins with a single night at Ministry of Sound evolves into a story of creative awakening, clubland chaos, gangster run-ins, loss, and spiritual transformation — a true odyssey through three decades of dance music culture.
Trace shares how a generation of ravers — once terrace-fighting football hooligans — found unity through MDMA and house music, and how those same nights birthed London’s most legendary parties. From The Cross, Bagley’s, Terminals, and Club UK, to Bora Bora Ibiza, this is clubland history told with brutal honesty and raw heart.
🌀 What You’ll Hear
The half-a-pill moment that changed Trace’s life at Ministry of Sound
How ecstasy stopped football violence 
The rise of Smarty Party and London’s wild '90s club scene
Promoting at Bagley’s, The Cross, and Turnmills
Privilege Ibiza 2000 and bringing his brand to the island
Dark times: betrayal, gangland ties, losing it all
Recovery, reflection, and how Ayahuasca helped him reconnect with himself
Writing his book "Walking Through Doors" and inspiring others to do the same
🕰️ Chapters
00:00 — Bodybuilding to the dark room at Ministry08:30 — The first “sit-downs” and Ministry mayhem14:10 — When XTC ended football violence23:50 — Building Smarty Party from scratch33:40 — London clubland: The Cross, Bagley’s, Terminals47:20 — Ibiza & Privilege 2000: The Millennium show1:02:00 — Losing everything — and rebuilding from zero1:15:00 — Spirituality, Ayahuasca, and the ego reset1:25:00 — Writing Walking Through Doors1:35:00 — Legacy, love, and life in Ibiza
📘 About the Guest
Trace Harris — Percussionist, promoter, and author of Walking Through Doors (available now on Amazon).
A true pioneer of London’s club scene, he’s lived the highs, the comedowns, and everything in between — from the early rave years to Ibiza’s millennium sunrise.
Buy the Book: Walking Through Doors – Vol. 1–3
📚 https://www.amazon.com/WALKING-THROUGH-DOORS-PART-ONE/dp/B0DGXY8DGJ
🎙️ Host
Dexter Jones — Ibiza promoter, DJ interviewer, and creator of The One More Tune Podcast, uncovering the real stories behind global club culture.
🎧 Subscribe on YouTube: @DexterJonesIbiza