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What's the BPM?A podcast on the history of Australian Dance music. Author: Steven Woolley
Welcome to what's the BPM? Where we explore the History of the Australian dance music scene, from the influential Dj's, promoters to club owners. Let's discover how it all began and where its now headed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Music, Music History, Music Interviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Mark Archer (Altern-8)- Untold Stories from the 90s Rave Scene
Episode 30
Wednesday, 18 March, 2026
In this episode of the What’s The BPM podcast, we’re joined by UK rave pioneer Mark Archer, best known as one half of Altern-8 and a key figure in the early hardcore and breakbeat scene.We dive into the birth of UK rave culture, the explosion of the 90s underground, and how the Altern-8 sound helped shape an entire generation of dance music.Mark shares stories from the early days of warehouse raves, producing iconic tracks, and the evolution of hardcore, breakbeat and acid house into what we hear on dance floors today.If you’re into rave history, old school hardcore, UK dance music or electronic music culture, this episode is a must listen.Topics include:• The origins of Altern-8 • Early UK rave and warehouse parties • Hardcore and breakbeat evolution • Producing music in the 90s • The impact of rave culture on modern electronic music Please Subscribe to the YouTube channel for loads more extra content here > https://www.youtube.com/@WHATSTHEBPMPlease Follow The Instagram page here > https://www.instagram.com/whats_the_bpm/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
