Harry James: The Wednesday Alternative Mix
Now here's a friendly, familiar face ready to welcome you on the most horrible day of the week. No it's not Monday but hump day and that's even worse… Harry James remains perhaps one of the most crucial figures in musical programming amidst the backbeat of London's clubbing and gig community. As the founder of SC&P he has helped champion a sound from within the murky basement of The Waiting Room and into beyond. Often ahead of the curve he has always held one ear firmly to the pulse of the city and has been influential in bringing through new up and coming artists and talent. As a disc jockey he remains a pivotal figure, they say a resident has the toughest job….
We invited him to take us on a whirlwind tour of his record collection as he steps up with a delightful mix.
Listen and read the interview below:
Who Are You?
– Hi, my name is Harry James, resident DJ and label co-owner at SC&P, the club night and record label based in London. I also book The Waiting Room. Originally from Bradford and Consett, i now am based in Hackney, London.
Where was the mix recorded?
– The mix was recorded at my friend Mikel's house. He has a quality set up so i bribed him with beer and dumplings.
Where would be the ideal setting to listen to this mix?
– Any after party i'm at
What should we be wearing?
– Leather
What would be your dream setting to record a mix?
– The Nou Camp, right in the centre, nobody around
Which track in the mix is your current favourite?
– Lose My Rhythm. The one coming out on our record label May 14th