In this episode of When I Grow Up, Paul Glazby catches up with Lee Haslam — a pioneer of the hard trance and hard house scene who turned decks into direction, eventually stepping into the world of major labels and music industry leadership.
Lee shares his early journey from playing to packed dancefloors across the UK and beyond as a core part of Slinky and Tidy Trax, to transitioning into music business roles where he now operates as a senior figure in one of the world’s biggest entertainment companies.
Paul and Lee talk about the golden years of hard trance, the rise of branded events and clubbing culture, touring internationally, and the pivot to the business side of music. Lee opens up about what it takes to make those shifts, the lessons learned along the way, and why his DJ roots still influence how he approaches the music world today.
This episode is all about reinvention, ambition, and the evolving relationship between artistry and industry.
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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.