The weekly RA Exchange is a series of conversations with artists, labels and promoters shaping the electronic music landscape. A repeat episode from last year in celebration of Pride month. 2022
̸ June 2022
This instalment highlights K Wata's mind-bending grooves, the sculpted polyrhythms of Air Max '97 and membership models for promoters.
Is it better to work alone or with people? UK artist Aluna and DJ crew SLIC Unit discuss how both models impact the creative process.
̸ May 2022
Radio presenter, dubstep producer and documentary filmmaker—the many faces of Heny G.
On the debut episode of our new Reflections series, New York staff writer Kiana Mickles analyses recent developments in local nightlife following the closure of a treasured Brooklyn venue.
Live from Rewire Festival, Planet Mu affiliate Jana Rush and sound researcher Caroline Claus discuss gender politics, audio equipment and urban landscapes.
RA staffers discuss the collaborative nature of UK jazz, fusing gqom and dembow and the monetisation of DJ mixes.
̸ April 2022
The New York-based DJ, producer and booker talks Nowadays, community and paying it forward.
̸ March 2022
Elijah in conversation with journalist Kieran Yates, recorded live at AVA London.
The Lady Of The House co-author speaks about the value of community.
An archive episode for International Women's Month with the late, great Detroit producer.
In the first of a new documentary-style series on the Exchange, Whitney Wei invites perspectives from Ukraine following the country’s invasion by Russia.
̸ February 2022
The jungle and drum & bass pioneer—and captivating storyteller—unpacks his life, career and new book.
Kadallah Burrowes explores the term "Afrofuturism" with the help of Suzi Analogue, Neema Githere, Mia Imani Harrison and Jackie Queens.
Suzi Analogue spoke with Kadallah Burrowes about using her label Never Normal to champion innovative Black creators.
"My real gift is arrangement." William Orbit opens up on his 40-year career.
̸ January 2022
FAUZIA, DamnShaq and counsellor Darlington Zvionere discuss performance anxiety and how to overcome it with Vanessa Maria.
A rare, revealing interview with the long-time Circoloco resident
The PAN affiliate talks opera, cooking and solitude.