In this episode of Hardhouse History, Paul Glazby flips the script and sits down with Dexter Jones, the man behind the Dexter Jones Podcast, for a brutally honest and wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the decks.
Dexter's story starts early, growing up around the late 80s underground rave scene, where illegal warehouse parties were part of everyday life. From those formative years through to discovering house music at events like Strawberry Sundays in London, this episode captures the raw, unfiltered energy of a scene built on obsession and community.
From there, the conversation dives into Dexter's time in Ibiza, where he became deeply embedded in the worker culture. From running wild underground parties and boat events to helping shape the infamous Shipwrecked and Slut Party concepts, it's a look at an era that simply couldn't exist today. The freedom, the chaos and the consequences are all laid bare.
But this episode isn't just about the highs. Dexter opens up about the darker side of that lifestyle, including years of heavy drinking, addiction and the toll it took on his life. In one of the episode's most powerful moments, he shares the turning point that led him to sobriety, choosing family over self-destruction and rebuilding his life from the ground up.
Now based in Croatia, Dexter has reinvented himself, building a successful social media business, launching his own podcast, and continuing to shape culture from a different angle. It's a story of resilience, reinvention and understanding what really matters.
This is one of the most honest conversations in Hardhouse History to date.
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What is Hard House History?
Welcome to Hard House History, formerly known as When I Grow Up, hosted by Hard House icon Paul Glazby. This podcast dives deep into the evolution of the Hard House movement, exploring the music, the culture, and the unforgettable nights that defined an era. Join Paul as he reconnects with the DJs, producers, promoters, and fans who built the scene from the underground up. Whether you lived it or are discovering it for the first time, Hard House History is your front-row seat to the beats, stories, and energy that still move dancefloors today.