Scientific Sound Asia welcomes Blaze DJ to host his upcoming guest show 'Ministry of Breaks' 16 on our radio station. Scientific Sound Asia is the leading Asian DJ agency, promoter, and electronic dance music genre radio station in the region, catering to an international audience.
Blaze DJ hails from Walthamstow in the East End of London, U.K., and is a British DJ and producer. His roots are deeply connected to underground music culture and DJing, shaping his entire career path.
The rule of 10,000 hours suggests that around 10,000 hours of practice are needed to reach true expertise and mastery in a particular field. Nevertheless, for Blaze DJ, 10,000 hours represented just the beginning of his journey.
The DJ from London has spent numerous hours honing his skills, resulting in a strong connection with the turntables, the music he plays, and his audience that can almost be described as telepathic. Growing up in a home filled with a diverse range of music, Blaze DJ credits his parents and siblings as his primary inspirations.
His taste was shaped by a mix of jazz, funk, disco, New Romantics, and 80’s synth-pop. However, it wasn't until he came across the cassette House Sounds of Chicago Volume 1 in 1987, while still a schoolboy, that Blaze DJ realized he had found his sound. Ever since that moment, music has become a passion for Blaze DJ, impacting not just his nights out but his entire career and every facet of his life.
Blaze DJ began his DJing career at the young age of 15 and swiftly gained popularity among listeners. Starting off in a local pub in Edmonton, he eventually secured residencies in Birmingham and Faliraki, where he frequently performed for crowds of up to 2,000 people. With a wide range of DJing experiences under his belt, Blaze DJ is considered a true representative of the Acid House era. He feels fortunate to have been part of the evolution of the UK's electronic music scene from its early days to the contemporary scene.
Even after thirty years, he still brings the same level of enthusiasm and energy to his performances as he did during the legendary parties of the early 1990s. For Blaze DJ, house music has always been the main focus.
Having been inspired by various artists spanning from the past to the present, he has skillfully incorporated all of his sources of inspiration and influences into the distinct sound that defines him. Imagine traditional house music with a touch of breaks, a hint of acid, and a dash of techno, and you'll begin to grasp the essence of Blaze DJ's style.
Blaze DJ made a significant impact beyond his DJing career. By working in DJ shops, he became the pioneer in the country to integrate DJing and production equipment in one place, leading to a revolutionary change in retail for the electronic music scene. Although still active in the music industry as an audio-visual designer and consultant, enhancing sound systems in renowned clubs worldwide, Blaze DJ eventually decided to retire from DJing in 2005, feeling a decline in his passion for performing.
Nevertheless, following a fifteen-year break, Blaze DJ reignited his passion and enthusiasm, eager to perform at the highest level once again. He wasted no time and quickly secured three monthly radio slots with Ibiza Club News, Underground Kollektiv, and Scientific Sound Asia, despite the challenges of the past year.
With a complete collection of unreleased music at his disposal and currently putting out tracks through Industrial Force and Zeta Records, he is prepared to make a strong comeback in the club scene. As one of the most dedicated DJs in the international breaks scene, he has been honing his craft for more than three decades.
Over the past two years, the Ministry of Breaks has been steadily gaining momentum and is becoming known for its distinctive mix of breaks, bass, and bleeps. The brand is set to release new music for the upcoming summer season.
Following a brief visit to Portugal, Blaze DJ has returned to London to resume his monthly residency at East London Ministry of Breaks Live at the Red Lion E11. He has been hard at work in the studio, preparing for the upcoming release of three new tracks. Additionally, his remix of Jeff Alford's "Home" has been chosen to be featured in the "Smoked Big & Breakbeat's Finest" compilation by Breakdrum Recordings, set to be launched next month.
The original broadcast of this show was on Friday, August 26th. You can access the recording by using the Mixcloud player provided below.
Blaze DJ Ministry of Breaks episode 16.
Sueno Latino - Sueno Latino (Breaks Mix) [Muzik]
Case 82 - Piano Party (Original Mix) [13monkeys Records]
Karpovich, Rosstique - Futuristic Voices (Breaks Version) [Somatique Music]
Xpansions - Everybody (Extended Mix) [Altra Moda]
The Darrow Chem Syndicate - Demon In Fumanoid (Sekret Chadow Remix)
Kid Panel, United States Beat Squad - I'm Feeling (Original Mix) [Diablo Loco]
Eddie Craig - Higher (Proper Tings Ukg Mix) (Proper Tings Ukg Mix) [Distrokid]
Deibeat - Rise Up (Freestylers Remix) [Toast & Jam Recordings]
Dovo - Boom Scratch (Original Mix) [With Thumbs Records]
Jiro - Disco Sub [Elektroshok Records]
DJ Crisps - It's A Dark Day (Original Mix) [Breaks 'n' Pieces]
Bombo Rosa - Rocinha (Original Mix) [Punks]
Mario Liberti - Jumpin' (Original Mix) [Rawax]
Jormek - Break The Dancefloor (Original Mix) [One7audio]
The Prodigy - Voodoo People (Windom R Bootleg)
The Darrow Chem Syndicate - New Coker (Hankook Vs Woter & Under Breaks Remix)
Jason Laidback - The Answer Is Music (Original Mix) [Toast & Jam Recordings]
Maybe One - Go! (Original Mix) [Lizplay Record]
Roger Sanchez - You Can't Change Me ( Armand Van Helden & N'dea Davenport Accapella)
Stakker - Humanoid (Plump DJ Remix)
Tony Oldskool - Let The Groove (Original Mix) [Cleveland City]
Psychopaths - Perfect Dreams (Original Mix) [Spektra Recordings]
Ondamike, Tooltime - Bomb (Vip Mix) [Ravesta Records]
Javy Groove - Ravediced (Original Mix) [Elektroshok Records]
Row-Ex - Go! (Original Mix) [Xclubsive Recordings]
Lost On Mars - Mr Oi Oi [Data Transmission]
Nikki Nair - Startrack (Original Mix) [Pretty Weird Records]
Bartdon - Radio Station (Original Mix) [Spektra Recordings]
Lennie De Ice - We Are I.E. (Solo & Blades Yellow Cali Mix) [Hooj Choons]
Krafty Kuts - Dangerous (Instrumental Mix)
DJ Pooch - The Whole E (Original Mix) [Amen Brother]
Modulizer - MDMA (Original Mix) [Break Beat Connection]
Freestylers - Unreal (Original Mix) [Mama's Pie]
Jeff Alsford - Home ( Blaze Dj Rework 130 BPM) [Industrial Force]
Criminal Element Orchestra - Put The Needle On The Record
Yo Speed - Dominator (Original Mix) [Distorsion Records]
Under Break - The Acid Man (Original Mix) [Breaks Club Records]
Ondamike - Funky (Vip Mix) [Ravesta Records]
Riton, Bad Boy Chiller Crew - Come With Me (Riton's On A Charva Tip Club Mix) [MOS Recs]
Made To Move - Feel My Vibe (Original Mix) [13monkeys Records]
Origin8a & Propa - Turn Me Out (Original Mix) [Hardcore Energy]
T99 - Anasthasia
FX909 - Retro 2 (Nu Skool Breakbeat Mix) [Sandella Music]
Blaze DJ - London Bass (Original Mix) [One7audio]
The Darrow Chem Syndicate - Ero Submarine (Kalocom & Kläu Remix) [Nipponeer]
Aka Orange - System (Original Mix) [Rinse]
Case 82 - Do You Love Me (Original Mix) [13monkeys Records]
Prodigy - Hyperspeed (Sekret Chadow Edit) [Soundcloud]
Odeed - Too Much Acid (Original Mix)
Full Intention - Meteor Man (Original Mix) [Off Spin]
Kariya - Let Me Love You For Tonight (Adam Vyt Remix)
Listen on Mixcloud here.
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