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There Is No Planet Earth StoriesAuthor: There Is No Planet Earth
Oral history of U.S. Underground dance music & club culture... Covering the history of House, Disco, Techno, & Rave from the regional prospectives of New York, Chicago, Detroit, and LA/San Francisco.Interviews will cover a range of topics from different perspectives within the culture: Dancers, Dj's, Promoters, Club Patrons & Staff, Ravers ,and Journalists Language: en-us Genres: Music, Music History, Music Interviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 14 w/ Benny Soto
Monday, 7 April, 2025
For the Fourteenth episode of There Is No Planet Earth Stories, I sat down with legendary club promoter Benny Soto, a pivotal figure in New York City's dance music scene. Benny takes us through his upbringing in the Bronx and shares how his formative experiences at the iconic Paradise Garage sparked his love for music and nightlife. We explore the evolution of his career as a promoter and event producer, including the backstory behind two of NYC’s most beloved party institutions: 718 Sessions and Dance.Here.Now. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about the culture, the music, and the passion that continues to drive Benny’s groundbreaking work in the scene."Benny Soto has been an essential force behind several of New York’s most important nightlife institutions including the Dance.Here.Now. and 718 Sessions brands, as well as the legendary venues Output and Cielo. From his days as an assistant for Keith Haring through now when he produces events with many of the world’s elite House and Techno DJ’s, Benny Soto has evolved into one of the industry’s most highly respected and esteemed promoters / event producers.”Support the show
