Getting started in the independent music industry: some advice from label manager and artist Pinch

moderated by IZC (dubsquare)

Bristol based DJ Pinch builds his dubstep sets with precision timing and choice selection to work a crowd up from deep meditation vibes to a full on skank mode, soaking up influences that span dub, techno, jungle, 2-step and beyond. He is known for bringing the dubstep sound to Bristol, hosting the first regular, now legendary, parties outside of London (Context, Subloaded, Dubloaded). He is also known for his excellent releases on Planet Mu, as well as running the highly respected Tectonic imprint – on which he released his debut album in 2007. He  also runs Earwax – the sister imprint to Tectonic.

Pinch has played all across Europe and USA, earning him ‘South West’s Best DJ 2006’ in Venue magazine and a guest DJ spot on BBC Radio One’s Breezeblock show. He also  remixed profile artists such as Simian Mobile Disco.