This man should be recognised in the same terms as people like Frankie Knuckles, Sasha, Carl Cox etc. In other words, he is up there with the greatest DJs of all time. Please do a Part 2, and surely it's time to get Randall on the podcast too :-) Anyway, thanks from a longtime raver for continuing to roll out these excellent podcasts
The word "legend" seems to be banded about quite recklessly nowadays with not much to back it up, but Michael Finn was my very first jungle hero and he's still in my top 3 of all time. He has absolutely been there, done that, and got the t-shirt. No one does it like the Mickey Pussyclaart Finn!
This interview has literally played a part in changing my life, I was sitting literally suicidal in regards to drugs and hearing him speak about Heroin etc and something just clicked, I new that I wasn't the only one who was dealing with being clean. Dj Ron ,thanks mate, I don't no wot more to say. Wen u spoke on the spoon full of sugar ,I'm a vinyl collector and it's on a chromatic vinyl so get your 10% Micky Finn thanks,your words pulled me out the darkness ✌️
I’m there every day. It saved my life as I can’t deal with the world we live in. Evil world and drugs keep me from killing my self. I’m sorry I disagree. Drugs saved my life. I’m dealing with the bad parts of it to keep alive.
If you enjoyed that one then you need to watch all of the London Something podcasts that DJ Ron has done because every single one of them is wicked and very very interesting
@@jakemaddern4080 💯 % Have always been watching The London Something podcast mate ,great Watch and legends for guests ,I was more speaking about how that interview in particular was close to home ,so meant alot.
@@Dubble-Trubble Im so sorry I didn't see this earlier. brought a lump to my throat. Sometimes we find ourselves wheel spinning in a ditch and we just need a little shunt to get out, Im so glad for you. theres a whole world out there waiting for you . go get it. Onwards and big love to you.
1:28:05 - really hits the nail on the head about how the Acid House scene started bringing everyone together. Before there were Blacks only clubs and Irish only clubs and society was very segregated but the birth of house music brought everyone together like no era did before it and it continued with Hardcore music and so on.
Annoyingly though, there are attempts to rebrand Jungle and D&B as "black genres" and sow division in a scene that was a melting pot from the outset and was opposed to division.
Thanks Mickey was there from start of rave scene and recovering drug addict myself only went from heroin to crack I'm now training to be a drugs councillor you were spot on about get rid of the triggers my triggers are that bad I've had to move towns had one blip a few months back as friends were washing up crack Infront of me UV inspired me to carry on now and never put myself there again
I'm same 47 this year and still love going to see this guy. I travel to London to go to raves like moondance festival and get to the drum and bass awards each year
The first time I hit it hard at a rave, Micky was playing. It remains one of the best times / memories of my entire life… I’m 39 now, so was about 17 at the time in 1998/99 at BassHeads @Matrix in Reading. I was obsessed with AWOL but too young to have ever have gone at that point and somehow managed to get backstage to ask Micky (WHILE HE WAS PLAYING) what it was like. The bloke took time mid-tune to chat to me for a minute before getting back to his set. I’ll never forget that. It’s great to get a further insight into the man from this interview - clearly a very astute businessman, a true music man, a loving father and a driven guy. He’s what our music scene is all about 👊🏼💙
Micky is at peace with his past and is extremely reflective of his hardship for the better. I really respect him for rising above those obstacles and maintaining a better life. I knew a lot about his music career but not about this. If you ask me he is one the best Jungle DJs of all time and to the doubters you were never there to understand the level of skill this DJ and producer possessed. Big up those who remember his hit: Bitin' Back - She's Breaking Up, way before the Jungle explosion. It is one my favourite tunes of all time.
Always my top DJ since I heard him on a tapepack with stevie hyper D.1994. From then on I’ve always held Mickey Finn in high esteem. Whenever he’s on a top bill of a rave, I always try to get there for his set!! Right now been playing an awol back to back tape of him and Darren Jay, . Just incredible. From 1994! Thanks THE MICKEY FINN!!
There is a really nice jungle fever video clip here from 94 of DJ Ron handing over to Mickey Finn, and MC Moose says "i would just like to take time out to say maximum respect to DJ Ron, and remind all up and coming MCs and DJs that his is NOT opportunity knocks or new faces!"
Wow. A straight talking honest guy. I'm in my 50s and still love the jungle of life musically and the profoundness of life. We definitely have parallels. You're first tunes were jaw dropping (with or without ecstasy) you're producer was top notch. 91 92 was some bloody amazing times. And you're light and sound project resonates with me. Depression is hell. I remember Peshay and The Scientist being interviewed and I was so glad they mentioned Depression as I was so confused back in 97 resulting in a severe nervous breakdown that I've never really recovered from. But step by therapy step. I'm heading forwards to this beautiful calm light. Not death. A new beginning at 51. Top ❤ and peace ✌
Appreciate your candour Micky! Great interview. First time I met Micky was after One Nation at the Rhythm Station Aldershot, in the car park, eyes wide as saucers trying to convince Micky that his tune 'Arsonist' was the best tune ever (it was)! Then over twenty years later I bumped into him in a pub in Sydney, super friendly genuine guy!
I'm sure his son is Logan D? I went to Alton Towers many years back with him and Innovation organiser, good times, Mickey Finn is one of the D'n'B Pioneers👍💯💯
love the mic lamp story, i turned a turntable platter into a clock, so theres a vinyl on the platter and then the clock face and the hands, might removethe clock face tho.
Another amazing video. I love to hear about the person behind the music. I remember my first Micky Finn tape. It was from Quest 2nd Birthday in 93. I was 13 when I bought it. Still a favourite today.
@@LondonSomething1994 always wished I was that bit older to have experienced those days properly, but thankful to have been a part of that tape pack era.
This has been the best,honest and real interview I’ve ever seen. Micky Finn ... you are a defo a legend for being so open and honest about your life. You was totally real and i kinda feel i know you now as a person and not just a Dj. Dj Ron your are as equally a legend for doing this and i would love to hear a second part 2 interview. I found this so interesting and was literally on the edge of my chair listening to this. 11/10 interview.
ALL the people you have interviewed have such progressive and positive views on the world and it's problems. Jungle (and all the scenes which predated it) really was progression for the world and a product of top minds of the working class in the community.
DJ MICKEY FINN MC GQ AWOL 93 WAS THE BEST NIGHT OF MY LIFE THE SET BY THE FINN WAS ! AND STILL IS THE BEST SET IVE HEARD (BIG UP THE MICKEY FINN , WAT A FOOKING LEGEND 👋🏼 (THT SET NEVER GETS OLD) opps sorry bout the CAPS
At around 6-7 years old, my mum used to be out every Saturday at Oscar’s, Clacton. There was always rave culture in the background then even if I was too young to understand it. Get to 2000/2001 and I’m into jungle and one day I find a box of old tapes in the cupboard. There’s a brown tape (metal) with Mickey Finn ‘92 hand written on the sticker - I’m having it. Still cuts me to this day that I lent it to an arsehole and never got it back. The hours I’ve spent on UA-cam trying to find that set…. No MC, dark, ethereal jungle-techno. Wish I had it. I bet Mickey’s still got the tracks…
I’m 42 so mostly had the tapes, gotta say he broadened my taste / knowledge of music abd dub plate culture. Was kinda saving this pod for when I could listen to it proper. Reading the comments I was surprised to see he didn’t touch the era I loved him the most but don’t even care. I never even owned a vinyl but remember what the writing on his cover said 😂
As the seasons pass and many legends continue to leave us, these interviews are very important, valuable. Keep reaching out and documenting the scene, the legends, the interesting DJs and promoters in the scene. I particularly would like to hear the stories of personalities behind ESP, AWOL, Helter Skelter and other classic raves.
i really wish we had these platforms 20 years ago. i never knew what djs, mcs or producers looked like. i never knew anything about them, except for tiny little pieces i would read or hear. now, theres full on interviews and you can really hear about stuff. before, it was literally just tape pack cassettes, flyers, and record sleeves which i might get some clues, or some mini little article in a magazine. what a time to be alive
@@LondonSomething1994 please keep what you are doing. not everything in the digital age is good, but the documenting of the history of things people love is the best. i think people are finally finding out what the true benefits can be delivered through the digital space and will start moving away from the blanket self promo of trying to sell products. people want the story and the history behind the product/people. the product of itself they are already well acquainted with. really insightful stuff. thanks for your time and effort to make these
Micky Finn, one of the first DJ mix cassette tapes I had was his, 91/92 ish playing acid house/hardcore, I think it was in Pompey. I was looking forward to this, wanting to hear his story :)
If you enjoyed that one then you need to watch all of the London Something podcasts that DJ Ron has done because every single one of them is wicked and very very interesting
For me there's no other innovative inventive unique music than Jungle and I love pretty much every genre, it was just a special brilliant sound back then, great era great times sorely missed Great interview by 2 legends 👏
I used to play a few sets at Oscars on the pier in sunny Clacton back in the day. It would have probably been 1994. I played a later than usual set and instead of a local resident following on my set it was the headline and legend; Mickey Finn! That made my night complete, he didn't disappoint. Yes, would be great to get a pt 2.
GOTTA LOVE MICKY FINN .. TRUE ORIGINATOR .. SALT OF THE EARTH GUY TOO .. THESE INTERVIEWS ARE THE BEST .. NO HYPE .. JUST REAL TALK .. DJ RON BIG UP YA CHEST !
Easygroove would be absolutely amazing... He has the world of tales and was without doubt one of the craziest djs ever and only man I have ever seen play at 6 parties in one night... And that was in the 90s.... Don Dadda in 90-92
@@andrewdixon734 absolute legend mate his versatility is insane mixing four beat hardcore jungle and gabba into a hours set! And yeah I bet he has some mad stories!!
big up the mighty fabulous Finn and the DJ Ron, 2 absolute pioneers of jungle... love your sound Ron u always bring something new and different vibes bona fide legend
Legendary Dj man ....I remember a night at vibealite with Micky and GQ .....Absolute corker ....Super relatable life too, Anyone can turn it round with a bit of graft....Big up the living legend....Many a set from this man was the soundtrack to alot of teens lives in the early 90s.
Respect Micky, saw you a number of times in the early - Mid 90s and then again many times in the early 2000s when I had my second wave of raving, great stuff - love the fact you was a Velvet underground fan, one of the greatest bands ever 💥👌
I’ve just finished watching this powerful video of such a magnificent and struggle of your life. Thank you Ron on the delivery of your interview skills! Top class job. Micky now I understand why your happy to do a 11am show with me in May lol. How humble are you / both ❤️💛💚🙏🏼
Nice to see you Micky , I remember all those , future, spectrum days and could not forget the tunnel . Looking well Micky and took me back to my early days prison bit and everything. Love Micky x Vic
""We live as one family"..."bad ass"....this man played the soundtrack to most of our younger lives ...even now at the ripe old age of 40 summit I still look at him like he's that dj I wanna be when I grow up 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Real talk! Respect Micky Finn! Not easy to discuss where we come from! Broken home can make us a better person. Not all of us but it can certainly be achieved.... ! # well done for your success. Ive been a supporter for years, You are a blessing to our sceen as we now it! You youngens need to understand the bizzle with where this shit has begun... dont get it twisted...!! One love to all... race, colour, it doesn't matter,.we are one of this scene. Nuff respect 👊
Brilliant interview. Definitely requires a Part 2. Could have went in so many directions. Part 2 would love to hear more about the tunes he grew up with, first time he played out, what it was like in the early Jungle Raves, what it was like putting shows on the continent. The fashion, the woman. How did he come of the hard drugs. Brilliant interview....I'm addicted to these interviews. This is my 3rd this week.
I’ve been listening to Mickey since I was in primary school on the old tapes ! Seen him watched him play so many times . I’ve met his son Logan D in Melbourne And now I’ve watched this I luv him even more ! I what an awesome interview ❤
WOW. Thank you so much Ron. Michael is for sure among my all time top 5 favs. Pussy klart Finn and The Prodigy ( do not laugh) really got me into the "breaks". Urban Shakedowns "some justice (original)" really made me fall in love with the scene. Thanks again Ron. Wish you all the best in 2022. Best regards from Norway.
Thanks for the message. There's always an icon record that set people on their way, Some Justice is as good as any. All the best to you too for 2022 and all the Norway Junglists and D&B fans.
Now this dug deep to the man himself, and quite rightly so, every person has many layers, Mr Finn is no exception. You say everyone knows his dj life but do we? If there was ever a need for a pt2 this should be carefully considered. Great work Ron, fascinating. --->Be well rave on
My God what a watch. Decent very decent interview & done well. As for Mickey what a character! Used to rock it to a set or two of his at World Dance especially at Lydd Airport in the 90’s. ☝🏻💯🔥🔥
Thanks man. Really pleased you liked it and thanks for the support. Not long now before we start the new series. Watch this space for face old and new face from the scene. 👊🏾
Another brilliant interview Ron. Being a World Dance, AWOL regular I love Mickey Finn. Thank you for the insight into a great DJ. Next we need PT2 the Dj years, then we need the DJ Ron interview oh and Randall.
Thanks for the compliment. The guests and their willingness to speak openly on their life in all aspects is what really makes the conversation between us work.
Wow… Only just found this channel. Ron, you was an absolute inspiration to me back in the day. Without doubt my favourite DJ when I first got my decks back in 89. Great to see what you’re doing 👌
Fantastic entertainment. Could listen to Mickey talking for hours. One of my fave DJ's of all time- I was a tad young for original AWOL days but I first saw him play ironically at a Hardcore night Tazmania Hastings Pier- they would field A DnB DJ on each lineup to keep the non fullon hardcore heads happy- always great to see him at nights over the years since, helter etc Went to Ibiza and went to Es Paradis as only place that played my kind a stuff bar Play 2 in San Antonio- He let me wheel his vinyl out to his car one night... hooray. Viva la Mickey Finn. Thanks Ron these podcasts are the dogs... quality quality entertainment
I wanna say this to everyone watching and those who are bringing a sort of “segreation” to the scene not just Jungle Music (DnB) This music started in the bedrooms, youth clubs around the East End, North suburbs, south, basically the ends. Not Eton, the Eastern Bloc countries where there were or are no other culture but European. It was started in mixed environments. Basically, it’s an everybody thing but certain man of these £££ backgrounds controlling and wrecking the hard work unna fi put in. Bless Ron, again. Controlling the narrative!
Nice one Mickey Finn....had very many mad and messy nights at Sterns in Worthing from 1990-'93. I'm sure you dudes remember that place. That was a mad, mad place in it's day. We used to drive an hour and a half to get there(and the same to get back). Loved a Mickey Finn set back then🤪🤯. I think he was in there as much as we was. I always spelt Mickey with an 'E' back then though😉. E's were very important back in them days! Bollocks to the Empire indeed mate👍.
This man should be recognised in the same terms as people like Frankie Knuckles, Sasha, Carl Cox etc. In other words, he is up there with the greatest DJs of all time. Please do a Part 2, and surely it's time to get Randall on the podcast too :-)
Anyway, thanks from a longtime raver for continuing to roll out these excellent podcasts
Thanks for your support and suggestions. Noted!!!
Randall is an absolute must, really hope this happens
The word "legend" seems to be banded about quite recklessly nowadays with not much to back it up, but Michael Finn was my very first jungle hero and he's still in my top 3 of all time. He has absolutely been there, done that, and got the t-shirt. No one does it like the Mickey Pussyclaart Finn!
This is great 👍🏾
Back in the day him and Randall played the greatest sets in my opinion and it's a toss up between those 2 as my favourites
Yeah booooooy 🎉🎉🎉 🫡 Mr Finn…. Legend in the game
Hold tight for the Mickey Finn.🎸🎸🎸💥👌😜🙉.
@jbbj9720gachet was up there
This interview has literally played a part in changing my life, I was sitting literally suicidal in regards to drugs and hearing him speak about Heroin etc and something just clicked, I new that I wasn't the only one who was dealing with being clean. Dj Ron ,thanks mate, I don't no wot more to say.
Wen u spoke on the spoon full of sugar ,I'm a vinyl collector and it's on a chromatic vinyl so get your 10%
Micky Finn thanks,your words pulled me out the darkness ✌️
I’m there every day. It saved my life as I can’t deal with the world we live in. Evil world and drugs keep me from killing my self. I’m sorry I disagree. Drugs saved my life. I’m dealing with the bad parts of it to keep alive.
If you enjoyed that one then you need to watch all of the London Something podcasts that DJ Ron has done because every single one of them is wicked and very very interesting
@@jakemaddern4080 💯 % Have always been watching The London Something podcast mate ,great Watch and legends for guests ,I was more speaking about how that interview in particular was close to home ,so meant alot.
@@Dubble-Trubble Im so sorry I didn't see this earlier. brought a lump to my throat. Sometimes we find ourselves wheel spinning in a ditch and we just need a little shunt to get out, Im so glad for you. theres a whole world out there waiting for you . go get it. Onwards and big love to you.
Excellent insight.Would be great to do a pt 2 where he talks about his experiences at the epicentre of Jungle music from 93 to 95.
A lot of requests for a part 2. Could well be in the cards. Glad you enjoyed it.
Get back to Wolverhampton pal, one more cloud 9, and get Ron and Micky down . hope your well Gavlar?
Part 2 as a minimum! Maybe even the 10 part mini series
Agreed
1:28:05 - really hits the nail on the head about how the Acid House scene started bringing everyone together. Before there were Blacks only clubs and Irish only clubs and society was very segregated but the birth of house music brought everyone together like no era did before it and it continued with Hardcore music and so on.
Very true ✅
D R U G S
Annoyingly though, there are attempts to rebrand Jungle and D&B as "black genres" and sow division in a scene that was a melting pot from the outset and was opposed to division.
Thanks Mickey was there from start of rave scene and recovering drug addict myself only went from heroin to crack I'm now training to be a drugs councillor you were spot on about get rid of the triggers my triggers are that bad I've had to move towns had one blip a few months back as friends were washing up crack Infront of me UV inspired me to carry on now and never put myself there again
Absolutely brilliant guys. Jungle has been my life since it started. 45 years young now and still play it everyday. Keep it up Ron.
Thanks and you keep it up too 😉
45 later dis year bruv
Still play it every single day
I'm same 47 this year and still love going to see this guy. I travel to London to go to raves like moondance festival and get to the drum and bass awards each year
The first time I hit it hard at a rave, Micky was playing. It remains one of the best times / memories of my entire life… I’m 39 now, so was about 17 at the time in 1998/99 at BassHeads @Matrix in Reading. I was obsessed with AWOL but too young to have ever have gone at that point and somehow managed to get backstage to ask Micky (WHILE HE WAS PLAYING) what it was like. The bloke took time mid-tune to chat to me for a minute before getting back to his set. I’ll never forget that. It’s great to get a further insight into the man from this interview - clearly a very astute businessman, a true music man, a loving father and a driven guy. He’s what our music scene is all about 👊🏼💙
You’re a very good interviewer. Always adding in the context where needed but allowing the story to flow.
Thanks for the compliment man. Much appreciated and hope you enjoy been enjoying the podcasts.
Micky is at peace with his past and is extremely reflective of his hardship for the better. I really respect him for rising above those obstacles and maintaining a better life. I knew a lot about his music career but not about this. If you ask me he is one the best Jungle DJs of all time and to the doubters you were never there to understand the level of skill this DJ and producer possessed. Big up those who remember his hit: Bitin' Back - She's Breaking Up, way before the Jungle explosion. It is one my favourite tunes of all time.
Well said and very true how overcoming his past has shaped his current life.
@@LondonSomething1994
Ron the crowd are ballin 4 more Mickey!
Always my top DJ since I heard him on a tapepack with stevie hyper D.1994. From then on I’ve always held Mickey Finn in high esteem. Whenever he’s on a top bill of a rave, I always try to get there for his set!! Right now been playing an awol back to back tape of him and Darren Jay, . Just incredible. From 1994! Thanks THE MICKEY FINN!!
Yes mate…well deserved praise for him right there 👊
@@LondonSomething1994 absolutely top legend!
There is a really nice jungle fever video clip here from 94 of DJ Ron handing over to Mickey Finn, and MC Moose says "i would just like to take time out to say maximum respect to DJ Ron, and remind all up and coming MCs and DJs that his is NOT opportunity knocks or new faces!"
I remember seeing Mickey Finn at 88 sunrise 🌅 good old days Sunrise 👊🏾👍🏾💯
Wow. A straight talking honest guy.
I'm in my 50s and still love the jungle of life musically and the profoundness of life.
We definitely have parallels.
You're first tunes were jaw dropping (with or without ecstasy) you're producer was top notch.
91 92 was some bloody amazing times.
And you're light and sound project resonates with me.
Depression is hell.
I remember Peshay and The Scientist being interviewed and I was so glad they mentioned Depression as I was so confused back in 97 resulting in a severe nervous breakdown that I've never really recovered from.
But step by therapy step.
I'm heading forwards to this beautiful calm light.
Not death.
A new beginning at 51.
Top ❤ and peace ✌
Micky finn and bassman @ amazon 💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Appreciate your candour Micky! Great interview.
First time I met Micky was after One Nation at the Rhythm Station Aldershot, in the car park, eyes wide as saucers trying to convince Micky that his tune 'Arsonist' was the best tune ever (it was)!
Then over twenty years later I bumped into him in a pub in Sydney, super friendly genuine guy!
loved it, needs to be a part 2 with more about his DJ career and how the scene mutated, also his success with urban shakedown would be interesting
We will see 😉
I'm sure his son is Logan D? I went to Alton Towers many years back with him and Innovation organiser, good times, Mickey Finn is one of the D'n'B Pioneers👍💯💯
Yes it is ☺
love the mic lamp story, i turned a turntable platter into a clock, so theres a vinyl on the platter and then the clock face and the hands, might removethe clock face tho.
Excellent!
Been waiting for this Ron, big up yourself and Mickey Finn
Big up to you too.
Still waiting for my Hannah just someone with things in common maybe .Massive things in common with you Micky ,big respect ✊🏼 ❤️🔥👌💎
As I child I started young with jungle/dnb influence by older family then energy 97 come along Mickey Finn tape stuck with me till this day
Love that!
Another amazing video. I love to hear about the person behind the music. I remember my first Micky Finn tape. It was from Quest 2nd Birthday in 93. I was 13 when I bought it. Still a favourite today.
That’s a lovely story 13yrs old…wow! You
@@LondonSomething1994 always wished I was that bit older to have experienced those days properly, but thankful to have been a part of that tape pack era.
Yes remember buying the tape pack with Ned Ryder on the other tape
Honesty is what is lacking in so much of life these days, but not in this interview. Thanks Ron and Micky, keep up the great work.
Thanks for the support
This has been the best,honest and real interview I’ve ever seen. Micky Finn ... you are a defo a legend for being so open and honest about your life. You was totally real and i kinda feel i know you now as a person and not just a Dj.
Dj Ron your are as equally a legend for doing this and i would love to hear a second part 2 interview. I found this so interesting and was literally on the edge of my chair listening to this. 11/10 interview.
Ive got All Dayer of the Century too, cant let that go. Big up Ron!
ALL the people you have interviewed have such progressive and positive views on the world and it's problems. Jungle (and all the scenes which predated it) really was progression for the world and a product of top minds of the working class in the community.
It is interesting to observe how many of us have searched and found peace while still in an industry and world thwart with distractions.
seen this man play so many time i just call him uncle now.........legend
Uncle Finn 😅😂
Two legends of the game right here.
Ron, when u gonna be back on the mothership again my guy?
Thank you...hopefully this Sunday.
DJ MICKEY FINN MC GQ AWOL 93 WAS THE BEST NIGHT OF MY LIFE THE SET BY THE FINN WAS ! AND STILL IS THE BEST SET IVE HEARD (BIG UP THE MICKEY FINN , WAT A FOOKING LEGEND 👋🏼 (THT SET NEVER GETS OLD) opps sorry bout the CAPS
At around 6-7 years old, my mum used to be out every Saturday at Oscar’s, Clacton. There was always rave culture in the background then even if I was too young to understand it. Get to 2000/2001 and I’m into jungle and one day I find a box of old tapes in the cupboard. There’s a brown tape (metal) with Mickey Finn ‘92 hand written on the sticker - I’m having it. Still cuts me to this day that I lent it to an arsehole and never got it back. The hours I’ve spent on UA-cam trying to find that set…. No MC, dark, ethereal jungle-techno. Wish I had it. I bet Mickey’s still got the tracks…
Micky Finn Fantazia one step beyond in my opinion is his best set, wicked tunes and mc's
I’m 42 so mostly had the tapes, gotta say he broadened my taste / knowledge of music abd dub plate culture. Was kinda saving this pod for when I could listen to it proper. Reading the comments I was surprised to see he didn’t touch the era I loved him the most but don’t even care.
I never even owned a vinyl but remember what the writing on his cover said 😂
As the seasons pass and many legends continue to leave us, these interviews are very important, valuable.
Keep reaching out and documenting the scene, the legends, the interesting DJs and promoters in the scene.
I particularly would like to hear the stories of personalities behind ESP, AWOL, Helter Skelter and other classic raves.
i really wish we had these platforms 20 years ago. i never knew what djs, mcs or producers looked like. i never knew anything about them, except for tiny little pieces i would read or hear. now, theres full on interviews and you can really hear about stuff. before, it was literally just tape pack cassettes, flyers, and record sleeves which i might get some clues, or some mini little article in a magazine. what a time to be alive
Thank you for your optimism. Its refreshing
@@LondonSomething1994 please keep what you are doing. not everything in the digital age is good, but the documenting of the history of things people love is the best. i think people are finally finding out what the true benefits can be delivered through the digital space and will start moving away from the blanket self promo of trying to sell products. people want the story and the history behind the product/people. the product of itself they are already well acquainted with. really insightful stuff. thanks for your time and effort to make these
@@romeisfallingagain Thanks for the kind words as we look forward to continuing to delivering these conversations to you.
Micky Finn, one of the first DJ mix cassette tapes I had was his, 91/92 ish playing acid house/hardcore, I think it was in Pompey. I was looking forward to this, wanting to hear his story :)
A great story
Good man.
Just brilliant to hear your story Micky. Depth and honesty. Respect.
the legend micky finn one of my fav jungle dnb djs
Top Micky was my first ever night I went to in Vancouver early 2000s my 1st DnB night more love every yr passed since then. Top podcast Ron 😎
Thanks for a great interview. Big up Micky Finn for being so open. Definitely having a shit childhood can correlate in getting into drugs.
If you enjoyed that one then you need to watch all of the London Something podcasts that DJ Ron has done because every single one of them is wicked and very very interesting
Stright legend. Used to play is tunes back n the ol skool zinc days. Big love ron and the something something podcast. I love these
Thanks for the support
King of the Jungle. Undisputed lion tamer!!
A compelling inside story, I respect the no holds barred approach Micky held on this podcast, so down to earth and deeply honest.
A true gent
For me there's no other innovative inventive unique music than Jungle and I love pretty much every genre, it was just a special brilliant sound back then, great era great times sorely missed
Great interview by 2 legends 👏
I used to play a few sets at Oscars on the pier in sunny Clacton back in the day. It would have probably been 1994. I played a later than usual set and instead of a local resident following on my set it was the headline and legend; Mickey Finn! That made my night complete, he didn't disappoint. Yes, would be great to get a pt 2.
GOTTA LOVE MICKY FINN .. TRUE ORIGINATOR .. SALT OF THE EARTH GUY TOO .. THESE INTERVIEWS ARE THE BEST .. NO HYPE .. JUST REAL TALK .. DJ RON BIG UP YA CHEST !
Thanks and really glad you're enjoying them.
Absolutely Wicked interview! Would love to see a interview with Easygroove and loftgroover also!
Easygroove would be absolutely amazing... He has the world of tales and was without doubt one of the craziest djs ever and only man I have ever seen play at 6 parties in one night... And that was in the 90s.... Don Dadda in 90-92
@@andrewdixon734 absolute legend mate his versatility is insane mixing four beat hardcore jungle and gabba into a hours set! And yeah I bet he has some mad stories!!
So insightful, especially as I know a lot of the places talked about being from Kent!!
A true DJ pioneer. There isn't many as popular as Mickey Finn in UK club culture. For good reason.
big up the mighty fabulous Finn and the DJ Ron, 2 absolute pioneers of jungle... love your sound Ron u always bring something new and different vibes bona fide legend
Legendary Dj man ....I remember a night at vibealite with Micky and GQ .....Absolute corker ....Super relatable life too, Anyone can turn it round with a bit of graft....Big up the living legend....Many a set from this man was the soundtrack to alot of teens lives in the early 90s.
Well done for speaking up I have had mental health problems all my life PTSD speaking to a Councillor saved my life
I’m so please his story has helped others and I hope you too.
One of the best things I ever done .
Onwards . big love
This is top quality engaged conversation. Watched it twice ✔️
Respect Micky, saw you a number of times in the early - Mid 90s and then again many times in the early 2000s when I had my second wave of raving, great stuff - love the fact you was a Velvet underground fan, one of the greatest bands ever 💥👌
always loved his fly by the seat of your pants mixing style all about creating those amazing moments and his intro game too cold
Biggg up Mickyyyyyy🎶👑🙏
I’ve just finished watching this powerful video of such a magnificent and struggle of your life. Thank you Ron on the delivery of your interview skills! Top class job.
Micky now I understand why your happy to do a 11am show with me in May lol.
How humble are you / both
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Thank you for the lovely message. Means a lot 💖
A great watch. Being there from the early days, understanding how clubbing changed in 87-88. 🔥
Nice to see you Micky , I remember all those , future, spectrum days and could not forget the tunnel . Looking well Micky and took me back to my early days prison bit and everything. Love Micky x Vic
Wow!! That prison cell perspective out into the sea is symbolic!!
It really is.
""We live as one family"..."bad ass"....this man played the soundtrack to most of our younger lives ...even now at the ripe old age of 40 summit I still look at him like he's that dj I wanna be when I grow up 🤣🤣🤣🤣
40 something? Probably closer to 60, I would guess?
@@leeoreilly6797 I was talking about me lol
@@foodkings-xb5op lol, my bad.
Real talk! Respect Micky Finn! Not easy to discuss where we come from! Broken home can make us a better person. Not all of us but it can certainly be achieved.... ! # well done for your success. Ive been a supporter for years, You are a blessing to our sceen as we now it! You youngens need to understand the bizzle with where this shit has begun... dont get it twisted...!!
One love to all... race, colour, it doesn't matter,.we are one of this scene. Nuff respect 👊
Also, all you haters 😅 there's a reason why your Nova Sr's Cavalier SRI's, Astra GTE's are worth money 🤣
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Brilliant interview. Definitely requires a Part 2. Could have went in so many directions. Part 2 would love to hear more about the tunes he grew up with, first time he played out, what it was like in the early Jungle Raves, what it was like putting shows on the continent. The fashion, the woman. How did he come of the hard drugs. Brilliant interview....I'm addicted to these interviews. This is my 3rd this week.
Nuff respect. Two Dons right here ☝️👊🔥
Thank you and respect to you too.
Another great one Ron!
Should be a Pt.2…
Micky is the epitome of a Legend…
Big Up The Medway Massive ✌🏼
Its looking likely 👍
@@LondonSomething1994 Good, Good, Good…
Need to know much more about his journey, especially Bitin’ Back ✌🏼
I’ve been listening to Mickey since I was in primary school on the old tapes ! Seen him watched him play so many times . I’ve met his son Logan D in Melbourne And now I’ve watched this I luv him even more ! I what an awesome interview ❤
Been waiting for you to get this legend in the hot seat. Thank you! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Glad you enjoyed it.
Mickey the fabulous Finn, My fav Dj back in the day.. Great pod! 👊🏽
I love these podcasts, thank you! I got into jungle/dnb off the back of One in the Jungle and some of Micky's sets were the highlights (still are) ♥
Excellent!
😮 loved this interview
Takes me back to my twenties listening to him
Legend
Absolute Bad Boy AWOL legend!!
Big up micky Finn and you dj ron for another deep chat and insight into these legendary artists from an era close to my heart…. 100% need a part 2
Glad you enjoyed it and part 2 is hopefull
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WOW. Thank you so much Ron. Michael is for sure among my all time top 5 favs. Pussy klart Finn and The Prodigy ( do not laugh) really got me into the "breaks". Urban Shakedowns "some justice (original)" really made me fall in love with the scene. Thanks again Ron. Wish you all the best in 2022. Best regards from Norway.
Thanks for the message. There's always an icon record that set people on their way, Some Justice is as good as any. All the best to you too for 2022 and all the Norway Junglists and D&B fans.
Bitin' Back - She's Breaking Up - still has to be Micky Finn's most iconic tune!! But he made some bangers over the years!! Respect
Now this dug deep to the man himself, and quite rightly so, every person has many layers, Mr Finn is no exception. You say everyone knows his dj life but do we? If there was ever a need for a pt2 this should be carefully considered. Great work Ron, fascinating. --->Be well rave on
Thank you and looks like a part 2 is on the cards.
AWOL.. World Dance ... Legend 👏🏻
The man the mith the legend micky finn 🙌
Defo 💯
My God what a watch. Decent very decent interview & done well.
As for Mickey what a character! Used to rock it to a set or two of his at World Dance especially at Lydd Airport in the 90’s. ☝🏻💯🔥🔥
Thanks man. Really pleased you liked it and thanks for the support. Not long now before we start the new series. Watch this space for face old and new face from the scene. 👊🏾
Another brilliant interview Ron. Being a World Dance, AWOL regular I love Mickey Finn. Thank you for the insight into a great DJ. Next we need PT2 the Dj years, then we need the DJ Ron interview oh and Randall.
This made me smile 😊 and have taken note.
The honesty in these interviews are really something...Gratitude for life is the main thing for me i see and feel❣️
Thank you Ron!! You never fail to deliver a great interview!! Respect the legendary Micky Finn!!
Thanks for the compliment. The guests and their willingness to speak openly on their life in all aspects is what really makes the conversation between us work.
@@LondonSomething1994 Indeed!! Thank you ever so much!!
Brilliant watch mate loved every minute of it oh and a plus his a Stepney boy just like me haha 😄
What a brilliant insight! It’s great to see how people have transformed their lives!
Indeed and thank goodness 🙏🏾
Wow… Only just found this channel. Ron, you was an absolute inspiration to me back in the day. Without doubt my favourite DJ when I first got my decks back in 89. Great to see what you’re doing 👌
Fantastic entertainment. Could listen to Mickey talking for hours. One of my fave DJ's of all time- I was a tad young for original AWOL days but I first saw him play ironically at a Hardcore night Tazmania Hastings Pier- they would field A DnB DJ on each lineup to keep the non fullon hardcore heads happy- always great to see him at nights over the years since, helter etc Went to Ibiza and went to Es Paradis as only place that played my kind a stuff bar Play 2 in San Antonio- He let me wheel his vinyl out to his car one night... hooray. Viva la Mickey Finn. Thanks Ron these podcasts are the dogs... quality quality entertainment
I wanna say this to everyone watching and those who are bringing a sort of “segreation” to the scene not just Jungle Music (DnB)
This music started in the bedrooms, youth clubs around the East End, North suburbs, south, basically the ends. Not Eton, the Eastern Bloc countries where there were or are no other culture but European. It was started in mixed environments.
Basically, it’s an everybody thing but certain man of these £££ backgrounds controlling and wrecking the hard work unna fi put in.
Bless Ron, again. Controlling the narrative!
Proper legend 👏
Listened to his sets since a kid first time heard him speak, loving these interviews.
Brilliant, keep up the good work Ron, love ya Micky , legend
I have been waiting for this one Ron so massive big up to you and Micky
Hope you enjoy it mate.
Strong people admit that they are struggling and asks for help. Nothing wrong with getting help.
Very true, hopefully more will do the same when they feel the need. ❤
Did Mickey Finn have long hair back in the day ???? I swear I remember one of his sets, legendary!!!!! Hyper on the mic!!!!!! 1997 times. 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Proper memories love you brother ❤
Big up Mikey I was on the dairy in the Holosley Bay colony around the same time 😊
Brilliant interview (more like mates catching up) loved it. ask for 15% Ron 🤣
Yea two mates catching up and I’ll let Micky know you suggested 15% 😆🤣😂
Mickey Finn the best DJ in the world
So glad I stumbled across this channel. As a huge fan of jungle and dnb throughout the 90s and 00s, this means a lot! Big up.
These pod casts get better and better. Big up ron and mickey. Great to hear the storys of legends i grew up listening to.
Thanks man. Mean a lot
Been waiting all day for this!!! 👌
Hope you enjoy it mate.
Nice one Mickey Finn....had very many mad and messy nights at Sterns in Worthing from 1990-'93. I'm sure you dudes remember that place. That was a mad, mad place in it's day. We used to drive an hour and a half to get there(and the same to get back). Loved a Mickey Finn set back then🤪🤯. I think he was in there as much as we was. I always spelt Mickey with an 'E' back then though😉. E's were very important back in them days!
Bollocks to the Empire indeed mate👍.
Love this series of interviews, and like others have asked a part 2 to this interview would be fantastic.
Thank you as we look forward to making part 2 happen.
Excellent interview, great to hear such candid chat. A breath of fresh air.
Thanks for listening and taking it all in.