1. How would you describe the Soul Casserole sound to someone hearing it for the first time?

It’s a blend of Soul, Motown, Northern, Boogie Breakbeat, and Disco edits — all cooked up with a heavy dose of groove. Think labels like Daptone, Colemine, Athens of the North, and of Blue Note, bridging jazz to hip hop with a love for samples and deep cuts.

2. You’ve been collecting and playing music for over 35 years — what keeps you inspired?

Music’s always been the spark — from soul weekenders to seeing legends like Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Incognito, and Leroy Burgess. I never got to catch Marvin Gaye or Gil Scott-Heron live, but their records still speak loud. Vinyl’s been the backbone for me — LPs and 45s from Omar, Dawn Penn, Sharon Jones, and the Dap-Kings. DJs like Norman Jay shaped my sound growing up, and getting to support them now, even play live on radio in New York, that’s what keeps the fire burning.

3. What does a ‘proper party’ mean to you?

It’s all about the crowd — people who come for the music first, open-minded, up for hearing something new, and fully in the moment. That shared energy makes it special.

4. You’ve played everywhere from local Brighton spots to festivals — what kind of gigs bring out your best?

The ones with real energy. Playing alongside the artists I’ve always admired in venues like Concorde 2, The Old Market, Brixton Jamm — those stand out. And in summer, nothing beats an all-dayer on the beach with good tunes and good people.

5. There’s a real warmth and depth in your sets — is that intentional?

Absolutely. I’m always chasing that feeling of a sunny afternoon on the beach — warm, soulful, and full of good vibes. There’s nothing better.

6. What’s your relationship with vinyl like these days, and how do you blend it with digital?

Vinyl’s still at the heart of it for me, the sound, the feel, the hunt for a rare gem, it’s all part of the craft. It’s the foundation of so many genres. But digital has its place too, it gives you more flexibility, lets you get creative with effects, and makes travelling with music a whole lot easier. I’ll always reach for vinyl first, but I like having both in the mix.

7. Brighton’s known for its music scene — how has the city shaped your sound?

Music’s been with me since day one, growing up in a house filled with sounds from both East and West, thanks to my parents and siblings. Brighton’s been the perfect place to bring all those influences together. It’s a city that celebrates diversity and creativity, and that’s a big part of what defines the Soul Casserole sound.

8. What’s next for Soul Casserole? More gigs, more radio, more remixes?

Always the music first — that’s the priority. Gigs are already booked through to 2027, with more in the pipeline. The monthly radio shows on www.1btn.fm are growing too, with guest DJs and exclusive mixes lined up. And there’s a few things bubbling in the background, set to drop in late 2026 — watch this space.