From TV Rock to Hollywood: The Untold Rise of Grant Smilie
Send us a textFrom Melbourne's Dance Floors to Hollywood's Rooftops: The Grant Smillie StoryIn this exclusive interview, we delve into the remarkable journey of Grant Smillie—from his beginnings as a teenage promoter at iconic Melbourne clubs like Redheads and Seven, to becoming a driving force behind Australia's dance music evolution.Grant's passion for music led him to become a resident DJ at the influential club brand, Onelove, which played a pivotal role in shaping the Australian electronic music scene . His collaboration with Ivan Gough resulted in the formation of TV Rock, a duo that achieved massive success with hits like "Flaunt It," topping charts and earning ARIA Awards .After conquering the music world, Grant transitioned into the hospitality industry, co-founding venues like Ponyfish Island in Melbourne and the acclaimed E.P. & L.P. in West Hollywood . His ventures have redefined dining experiences, blending his musical roots with innovative culinary concepts.Join us as Grant shares insights into his dynamic career, the challenges of reinvention, and his vision for the future. Whether you're a fan of electronic music, entrepreneurship, or inspiring life stories, this conversation offers a wealth of inspiration.
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Inside the WILD Life of a Brothel Madam (Secrets Revealed)
Send us a textModel and former brothel madam Krystal Galtry joins Danny Rants to reveal what really goes on behind closed doors in the Australian sex industry. From wild client stories to how brothels actually operate, Krystal breaks down the secrets, the stigma, and the reality of running a legal brothel.This is the raw, unfiltered truth — no topic is off limits.🎙️ In this episode:How Krystal became a brothel madamThe business behind sex workCraziest client requestsDealing with stigma, laws, and misconceptionsWhat people think happens… vs. what really doesIf you’ve ever wondered what the life of a brothel madam actually looks like — this is it.Subscribe for more untold stories from the underground.#BrothelMadam #SexWorkExposed #DannyRants #KrystalGaltry #NightlifePodcast #AussiePodcasts
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Rave Royalty: How Laura King Built Her Name from Raves, Not Radio!
Send us a textLaura King: Queen of Australia’s Underground Techno SceneFrom dusty raves to main stages across the country — Laura King has built one of the most respected reputations in Aussie dance music. No hype. No industry handouts. Just raw talent and a cult following.In this episode of Danny Rants, we dive into how Laura carved her path, the challenges of staying authentic in a changing scene, and what it really takes to blow up without selling out.Comment Below For Your Chance To Win The Record Collection We Discuss In The Pod! 📲 Follow Laura KingInstagram: @lauraking_au📣 Subscribe for more unfiltered interviews with the people who run Australia’s music, nightlife, and chaos:👉 @DannyRantsDrop a comment if you’ve ever seen Laura King live 🔥👇
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From War Zones to Nightclubs — How a British Soldier Built (and Lost) a Fortune in Australia
Send us a textFrom the battlefield to the dance floor:In this episode, we sit down with Dom Porter — a former British soldier who served in Afghanistan, moved to Australia with nothing, and built (and lost) his fortune multiple times. From rebuilding his life from scratch to launching festivals, buying nightclubs, and booking global acts like Travis Scott, Dom’s story is one of grit, risk, and wild success.🎧 We cover:– Life in the military & Afghanistan– Why he left Britain for Australia– Making millions, losing it, and making it again– Launching events & owning nightclubs– How he booked Travis Scott and other major artistsThis is one of the wildest bounce-back stories in nightlife.
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The Man Who Helped Built Australia's Dance Music Scene From Sterosonic, Onelove, Chevron To Kiss FM
Send us a textPeter Raff didn’t just witness the rise of Australia’s dance music scene — he built it.In this episode, we sit down with the godfather of Melbourne dance culture to unpack his journey from running wild clubs in the ’80s and ’90s, to co-founding some of Australia’s most iconic music brands — Onelove, Stereosonic, and Kiss FM.From the sweaty underground rooms of Melbourne to stages that pulled over 200,000 people nationwide, Peter shares the raw stories, early struggles, and chaotic brilliance that shaped Australia’s nightlife.
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