Mike Pickering's Dance Music Journey

0:00On April 18th, Mike Pickering helped turn Manchester's Hossie Indy Club into a global dance music legend back in 1982 when he was just, 27. What started as a spot for poetry and gigs became the heart of the Asset House explosion, especially in 88 and 89, drawing everyone. From brick layers to doctors with no barriers at all. Early on, Mike boaked huge acts like the Smiths, Eurythmics and Curtis Mayfield while working at factory records, signing happy Mondays and James. He credits the club with sparking Manchester's revival from a grey, miserable town into the vibrant city it is today, echoing what joy division. Manager Rob Gretton said they just needed somewhere to go. His own path kicked off at 8 years old when his mom took him to see the Beatles, fueling dreams beyond factory jobs, boosted later by punk's DIY. Vibe. Formed a Kwando Kwango, then signed stars at Sony like Asavian, Gossip and a shelf-stacking

1:00Calvin Harris right there in Victoria Station after, hearing his demo. Mike's big win came managing M. People, who sold 11 million records, won the Mercury Prize despite dance music snobbery and headline Glastonbury. No Gallagher even calls for him to get knighted for clubbing services, and he backed Oasis's massive comeback tour last year. From Madonna Myths to his new book, Manchester must dance out. April 28th, Mike's story show how one DJ will through music history proving talent spots talent.